A visit to Trottingham quickly turns deadly when a murder occurs during the opening performance of Private's friend Moongale. Everypony is willing to blame the mysterious phantom for the murder but Private is otherwised convinced. With the help of Twilight, Rarity and Fancypants Private hopes to solve the mystery of the Phantom.
Not everything is as it appears.
yay case 6 is out
im always glad to learn more about private
Excellent. Case 6. And it's in the theatre too. Don't know why, but that alone is getting me excited. I have anreally good feeling about this case.
1166759Sometimes the greatest mystery in any crime series is the detective himself. What do you think of Private as a character overall?
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hmm id have to think about that one
Im guessing this is going to be a crossover of Phantom of the Opera? It's always great to see more of Private's friends too! Moonglade seems interesting, especially when she says she seems to be contacted paranormally.
Now you wanted constructive criticism so...
DROP THE BASS!
"I was also reminded of the fact that mom gave up this life when she had me…I shook my head and moved to catch up with the rest of the group."
Shouldn't this be "I was also reminded of the fact that mom gave up this life when she had Tailspin..." if I remember correctly?
Also it's great to see more of you guys commenting!
1167881Private's mom gave up the life of an actress when she had Private. She wanted to raise him herself rather then hand him off to some maid. She spent most of her life after Private's birth being a flight school teacher.
1168057 Oh now I get it! I was thinking of when she gave up her literal life for Tailspin.
*Picks up the bass
Hi seriously hope Moongale is the victim. Oh man the suspense is killing me
. This is chapter two and it's already living up to your other Equestria Noirs.
1173358Thank you very much, though the victim will be revealed in chapter 3
1173352*hands you a tissue* what got to you?
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the song the ending link lead to
1174907I really couldn't have my case take place in the theater without referencing the greatest scene in RPG history
1174913
actully what also got me is that i haven't played that game yet but still one awsome song
Had to add this to favourites to track it, was expecting a PM
Anyway fantastic chapter, what is this play based off?
1175706The play is a mix of various plays, the last scene is based on the opera scene from Final Fantasy 6 or 3 if you got it for you snes. Sorry about forgetting to send you a pm. I'll be more diligent in the future
1175716 I actually got my dad a SNES, so I might get those games
Just reread my comment.
"hope Moongale is the victim."
Meant "isn't."
Man, that is the worst typo ever.
1175891It's alright man everypony makes mistakes
Dun dun dun! Ah well at least Raustem's dead. Huzzah!
The phantom, is he a hero? Or is Moongale simply under a trance, or a delusion that he is the hero? So many questions, so many missing pieces to find... Can't wait for next chapter!
Ooh, can't wait for the next chapter! The thrilling conclusion between Private and the Phantom! Nice to see Fanycypants and Fleur are finally happy again.
Now unfortunately, I'm afraid I have to
DROP THE BASS
“You’re obviously suffering from shock Moongale!” Raustem shouted “You can’t see how lucky you were to have got out of there alive!”
So, Raustem's back from the dead?
1192809Typo I'll fix it
I did not see that one coming!
Im sort of seeing a Scooby Doo gang coming together
Private - Fred
Twilight - Daphne
Fleur - Velma
Fancypants - Shaggy
Spike - Scooby Doo
Rarity - Fainting person.
1198691I wasn't intending for the comparison but I can see it now I guess
Epic Fancypants! Such a badass. Also good to see his relationship with Fleur turning out good. Can't seem to find any mistakes in this chapter, so no basses will be dropped.
1200002Wait till you see the epilogue
YOU RAISE ME UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUP SO I CAN WALK ON MOUNTAINS


Such a sad ending
Another brilliant case closed! I may not be commenting as much anymore cuz of school, but I'll try my best.
Private is gonna have to change his sign after this.
Detective Private Eye! Solving Crimes in the Blink of an Eye!
(Also Part Time Relationship Therapist)
1202867I might make a joke about that later on. Private has always fancied himself a romantic despite his own failings in the field.
I KNEW THAT PLAY SEEMED FAMILIAR! Final Fantasy 3/6!
1297753And the winner for discovering the reference for this case goes to...SOUR GRAPES!!!!!



1168160 No i need you to drop it (insert Sporty-O Let me hit it here) YEAH!

Listening to Anthropology from Lyras part in a musical that is yet to be created and it also the orchestral version so i am listening in style and reading a good story at the same time
Hohoho. A secret love that shall be unsung till it is revealed
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Quick give me a philosophical run down of the situation
Meh think i can see where this is going
And i was wrong. Good. thank you for showing me that i can still be surprised
Nice
Great ending to a great story
loved the 'Princess Bride' reference...
1192809 ZOMBIE!!!
*Lowers glasses* Mother of the Goddess...
Take all of my this.
*explodes from awesomeness*
Awesome callback to that violin thing.
Hello cultured badass.
What you did there, I see it.
Also, dat sleep cute thing at the end.
GAH! MY EYES ARE UNDER ASSAULT FROM LIQUID PRIDE! DAMN YOU AND YOUR SONG CHOICES!