Episode 3: Crossroads Elegy

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"In the aftermath of events in Milton, an enigmatic stranger rescues Dr. Astrid Greenwood from near-death. Facing the blizzards of Pleasant Valley, Astrid must bring all of her skills as a doctor to bear on the survivors she encounters. Will she find Mackenzie, and get closer to the mystery that's taking them to Perseverance Mills?"

Overview[]

Crossroads Elegy is the third episode in the story of The Long Dark. It is preceded by Episode 2: Luminance Fugue and is followed by Episode 4: Fury, then Silence.

The episode takes place entirely within the Pleasant Valley region.

Main Missions[]

Trauma[]

Main article: Trauma

"Molly rescued you from near death. As a local with deep knowledge of the Region, she might be key to surviving long enough to find a way to Perseverance Mills."

— In-game description

Fallen Star[]

Main article: Fallen Star

"Survivors of an airline crash in the mountains have found their way to the Community Hall in Thomson's Crossing. There might be others out there in need of help. Can you save them?"

— In-game description

Coming Storm[]

Main article: Coming Storm

"A whiteout blizzard is on the way. Find the three missing Survivors and collect enough supplies in the Hall kitchen to keep everyone alive until the storm passes."

— In-game description

Aftermath[]

Main article: Aftermath

"You've brought healing and respite to the people at Thomson's Crossing. Your work at the Community Hall is complete. Do what you need to do before leaving Pleasant Valley."

— In-game description

Side Missions[]

Blackrock[]

Main article: Blackrock (mission)

"Investigate the Black Rock Penitentiary guards and their abandoned road block."

— In-game description

Forest Talkers[]

Main article: Forest Talkers (side mission)

"The Forest Talkers seem to be wrapped up in the local politics and history of Pleasant Valley. Search for more information about their activity in the Region."

— In-game description

Tall Tales[]

Main article: Tall Tales

"Books describing odd or mysterious events in Pleasant Valley. Investigate to find out more about the life and character of people in the Region."

— In-game description

Molly's Gift[]

Main article: Molly's Gift

"More help from Astrid's mysterious rescuer. As a local, Molly's help could be vital to surviving the harsh wilderness in Pleasant Valley."

— In-game description

Joplin's Bunker Raid[]

Main article: Joplin's Bunker Raid

"The Forest Talkers have been raiding Joplin's prepper caches. Whatever supplies remain could help you survive Pleasant Valley long enough to find a way out. Search the caches to see what's left."

— In-game description

Church Artifact[]

Main article: Church Artifact

"A thief has stolen an Artifact from the Church at Thomson's Crossing. In a remote town, it's likely the Artifact has great value to the residents. See what you can do to locate the item and return it home."

— In-game description

Cast[]

Major Characters[]

Astrid Greenwood- (playable character) Jennifer Hale
Molly - Jennifer Kitchen
Father Thomas - Alec Willows

Minor Characters[]

Astrid's Friend - (flashback) Rita Yee
Molly's Husband
Crash Survivor Gwen - Paula Hoffman
Lost Crash Survivor, Logan - Ross Huguet
Lost Crash Survivor, Wade - Adam Trask
Lost Crash Survivor, Ava - Aimee Ayottee
Radio Voice - (man on the radio calling from Perseverance Mills) - Noel Johansen