The Intrepid Explorers: The Mysterious Case of the Stolen Suling
Join Archie and his friends as they embark on a secret mission across Australia to retrieve a precious artefact.
When thirteen-year-old Archie signs up for a high-stakes virtual reality game, he has no idea he's about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Thrown together with four unlikely teammates, Archie must decode historical puzzles, defeat dangerous pirates, and survive a cassowary attack...all to recover a priceless painting before it’s lost forever.
But just when the team thinks the game is over, a mysterious email changes everything: an ancient and sacred artefact, the royal flute of Makassar, has been stolen. It's time for the Intrepid Explorers to take on a real-world mystery.
From crocodile-infested swamps and an abandoned mine in the Australian desert to a bobby-trapped room in a famous art gallery, the five children will face life-threatening challenges and cross paths with some seriously bad guys determined to stop them. They’ll have to rely on their courage, survival instincts and ability to solve cryptic puzzles to complete their mission before time runs out.
But will they be able to recover the sacred object before it vanishes forever?
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The Characters
Meet the five intrepid explorers
Archie
Archie is the leader of the Intrepid Explorers. He can’t resist a challenge, and his love of history, geography, and survival skills often get the team out of trouble. His knowledge, persistence, and quiet courage always make him the leader his friends need on dangerous missions.
Ruby
Ruby is smart, quick-thinking, and a tech whiz who can hack systems and get the team the answers they need, sometimes even getting them out of tough spots. Her cleverness and quick thinking make her an invaluable part of the team.
Alex
Alex is Archie’s best friend and a wildlife and history enthusiast with a keen eye for detail. Observant and loyal, he often spots clues and dangers before anyone else, helping the team stay safe on their missions. His knowledge, quick thinking, and steadfast loyalty make him a dependable member of the Intrepid Explorers.
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Max
Max is strong, bold, and sarcastic, never missing a chance for a sharp comment. His physical strength often helps the team in fights and tough situations, even if his attitude sometimes gets him in trouble.
Violet
Violet is a fashionista.
Caring, optimistic, and a social butterfly who lifts everyone’s mood, she’s great at using social media to find information and connect with people, sometimes even discovering answers to serious questions, which helps the team progress in their mission.
The Mission
Solve the riddles. Find the stolen artefact. Survive the mission.
