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An arrest before your eyes
You were just passing by. The city guards lead Josyne away, accused of witchcraft. What on earth could she have done to deserve that?
The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Liverpool
120 minutes 4 km 12 years old 1 to 6 players
The year of our Lord 1555. Right before your eyes, the guards arrest Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. In the streets of Liverpool, your investigation begins.
Discover the story
1 code = 1 team
39,99 €
per team
Up to 6 players with a single code
,
or per player
- No need to book a date
- Code valid for 3 years
- Refundable as long as the code is not activated
- Makes a gift: forward the code by email
Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance4 km
Per team1 to 6 players
From12 years old
Languages
A witch, really?
You play an alchemist in 1555, in an investigation drawn from real events. Josyne Van Vlasselaer really existed: she was an ancestor of Beethoven.
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Help or accuse
Your first decision changes the course of the adventure. Stand up for her, or join those pointing the finger? With strange things happening all over town, you might well hesitate.
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Witnesses to question
Pernelle, the Burgomaster, the Judge, the Governor, the Bishop. You cross the city to meet them and examine every clue. The hard part is telling real leads from rumours.
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Before the trial
Gather clues and witnesses in time to present them at the trial. What is at stake: sparing Josyne a tragic end. Time is not on her side.
The witnesses
Four people who may know more than they let on. Flip a card to prepare your questioning.
Liverpool in 1555
4 km on foot, 12 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.
- Start Location Church of St Luke, Liverpool
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Church of St Luke
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20-28, Duke's Terrace
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The Lyceum
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The Bluecoat
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Williamson Square
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St John's Gardens
- End Location Town Hall, Liverpool
And 6 more places along the way, to discover on site.
What awaits you in Liverpool
Dare to embark on an urban adventure in Liverpool and travel back in time to 1555!
In The Alchemist, you witness the arrest of Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. Through the city’s historic streets, your mission begins: will you help her or make her fate worse? Every choice you make affects the investigation and Josyne’s destiny.
Question the Mayor, the Judge, the Bishop, and other colorful characters. Search for hidden clues, challenge your instincts, and unravel the true secrets of this thrilling story inspired by a real-life event. Discover the surprising link between Josyne and Beethoven, while facing the mysterious phenomena that haunt Liverpool.
The clock is ticking and the truth waits to be revealed. Will you manage to save Josyne? An immersive, captivating game full of twists and turns, where every decision matters. Start at the famous Church of St Luke and finish at the imposing Town Hall… Welcome to the adventure!
Ready in three steps
No guide, no time slot, no queue. Your smartphone is the game master.
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Buy your code
It arrives by email within a minute. One code covers a team of 6 players.
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Pick your moment
Saturday afternoon, summer evening or rainy Sunday: head to the starting point whenever you feel like it.
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Let the app guide you
The Coddy app, free on iOS and Android, leads you from riddle to riddle with GPS.
One smartphone is enough for the team
Hints if you get stuck
Set off with a charged battery
3,5 /5
Average rating from 3 player reviews
The players' verdict
super fun, glad we did it! we did a bit of cheating and rented out a scooter. super fun.
super van genoten. leuke manier om Oostende op een andere manier te ontdekken.
Chouette moment et sert à découvrir la ville en même temps !
c sympas mais l'application bug et l'histoire est longue à rentrer dedans
funny and instructive game. love it
goed super gezellig en leuk
sympa pour visiter la ville
Alles was in orde!
For the clue in the cathedral, we couldn't go in all the way because of a private event so we
Very enjoyable and immersive, it was very nice that our choices actually impacted the remainder of
tres belle aventure. on s y croit vraiment. parcontre je ne comprend pas le rapport Nicolas flamel
zet bij de keuze om de remedie te maken of naar de advocaat te gaan erbij welke keuze de langste is,
Do we have to pick a date?
No. Your code stays valid for 3 years from purchase. You start the game on whatever day and time suits you.
Can I give the game as a gift?
Yes. You receive the code by email and pass it on to whoever you like. It stays valid for 3 years with no date to set, so they play on whatever day suits them.
Is the game suitable for beginners?
Yes. The riddles call for observation and logic, not special knowledge, and hints get you going again if you are stuck. The game is recommended from age 12.
There are more than 6 of us, what do we do?
Take one code per team of up to 6 players. Teams set off at the same time and play the same route in parallel. The booking card works out the number of codes for you.
How many smartphones do we need?
One is enough for the whole team. Up to 6 phones can join the same game, handy if a battery runs low.
What if we get stuck on a riddle?
The Hint button in the app puts you on the right track, step by step. Each hint weighs a little on your final score, but nobody stays stuck.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, as long as the code has not been activated. Contact Coddy support before you start the game.
Josyne is counting on you
Start: Church of St Luke, Liverpool. The code arrives by email right away. You set off whenever you like, for 3 years.
Book for 39,99 € per teamRefundable as long as the code is not activated
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Book The Alchemist Liverpool
39,99 €
per team
Up to 6 players with a single code
,
or per player
- No need to book a date
- Code valid for 3 years
- Refundable as long as the code is not activated
- Makes a gift: forward the code by email