The Wolf Among Us Remastered Guide | Episode 2 – All Books of Fable Locations

Episode 2: Smoke and Mirrors contains 11 Book of Fables entries. Most unlock automatically as you progress through the investigation, but three require special attention: Ichabod's Denial, Bluebeard's Mercy, and The Magic Mirror. You will also need to examine the Witching Well and collect Lily's brooch to complete the collection.

Chapter 1 – Grief

Chapter 1 has no Book of Fables entries to collect. This chapter focuses on Bigby's interrogation by the Mundy police and establishes the events that lead into the investigation.

You can progress through the chapter normally without worrying about missing any collectibles.

Chapter 2 – Suspect

Chapter 2 contains two mutually exclusive Book of Fables entries. Both are connected to the interrogation of the prisoner at the Business Office.

The prisoner depends on your decision at the end of Episode 1. You will interrogate either Tweedle Dee or the Woodsman.

1. Ichabod's Denial

Missable – Aggressive interrogation

To unlock Ichabod's Denial, take an aggressive approach during the interrogation.

Follow these steps:

1. Ask the prisoner questions about Faith and the events surrounding her murder.

2. Choose intimidating and aggressive dialogue options.

3. Use physical violence when the opportunity appears.

4. Continue pressuring the prisoner rather than offering refreshments or treating them gently.

5. When Ichabod Crane attempts to interfere, continue the confrontation.

Your aggressive behavior causes Crane to intervene and creates the circumstances needed to unlock Ichabod's Denial.

2. Bluebeard's Mercy

Missable – Peaceful interrogation

This entry requires the opposite approach. Instead of intimidating the prisoner, try to get information through a calmer interrogation.

Follow these steps:

1. Avoid hitting or physically threatening the prisoner.

2. Choose calmer dialogue options when questioning them.

3. Offer the prisoner a drink and a cigarette when the options appear.

4. Avoid unnecessarily damaging their belongings.

5. When Bluebeard attempts to interfere with the interrogation, stop him.

Bluebeard's intervention leads to the circumstances needed to unlock Bluebeard's Mercy.

Important: You cannot unlock both entries during the same interrogation. After obtaining one, replay Chapter 2 and use the opposite approach to collect the other.

Chapter 3 – A Crooked Path

Chapter 3 contains six entries. This is the most important chapter for collecting optional entries because you can miss the Magic Mirror and Witching Well entries if you leave the relevant areas too early.

3. The Witches and Wizards of the Thirteenth Floor

This entry unlocks during the investigation at the Business Office.

While discussing the use of glamours with Snow White, she will mention the witches and wizards who live on the Thirteenth Floor.

Continue the conversation until the Book of Fables notification appears. You do not need to interact with a separate object.

4. The Magic Mirror

Missable

After speaking with TJ and his father, Snow White will ask whether you are ready to investigate the body.

Do not leave immediately.

Follow these steps:

1. Choose the dialogue option "In a minute."

2. Stay inside the Business Office.

3. Walk over to the Magic Mirror.

4. Interact with it and ask about what Mr. Toad was watching.

The Magic Mirror will provide additional information and unlock its Book of Fables entry.

If you leave with Snow White without speaking to the Mirror, you will need to replay the chapter to obtain this entry.

5. The Witching Well

Missable

When you arrive at the Witching Well chamber to examine the second victim, do not immediately approach the body.

Instead, look towards the Witching Well itself

Walk over to it and interact with it to unlock the entry. You can also obtain it by passing close enough to the well during the investigation.

Make sure you collect this entry before moving on to examine the body.

6. Jack Horner

This entry unlocks when you encounter Jack Horner during the investigation at the Trip Trap.

Speak with Jack and allow the conversation to progress. His Book of Fables entry will unlock automatically.

Jack Horner is based on the nursery rhyme character and is one of the familiar Fables living in the community.

7. Lily

Lily's entry is connected to your conversation with Holly at the Trip Trap.

During the conversation, ask Holly about her missing sister. Continue discussing Lily until the entry unlocks.

Lily is Holly's sister, and her disappearance becomes an important part of the murder investigation.

8. Troll Cross

Optional investigation

The Troll Cross entry is connected to Lily's belongings and the brooch discovered during the investigation.

When examining the body at the Witching Well, collect the brooch before leaving the scene.

Afterward, speak with Holly at the Trip Trap and ask her about the brooch and its connection to Lily.

This conversation unlocks the Troll Cross entry.

Important: Do not forget to pick up the brooch during the body examination. You need it to complete the conversation with Holly.

Chapter 4 – Skin

Chapter 4 contains three Book of Fables entries. These connect to the characters you meet while investigating the Pudding & Pie club and speaking with Nerissa.

9. Georgie Porgie

This entry unlocks after Bigby makes an appointment with Nerissa at the Pudding & Pie.

Progress through the conversation with Georgie and complete the appointment arrangement. Once the scene progresses, Georgie's Book of Fables entry will unlock.

Georgie Porgie owns the Pudding & Pie, an establishment that plays an important role in the investigation.

10. Clever Hans

Clever Hans is another character associated with the Pudding & Pie.

His entry unlocks after you arrange the appointment with Nerissa and progress through the conversation at the club.

You do not need to complete a separate puzzle or find an optional object. Continue through the scene until the entry notification appears.

11. Nerissa

Nerissa's entry also unlocks after Bigby makes an appointment with her.

Speak with Nerissa and continue through the conversation. Her entry provides additional background about her character and her circumstances at the Pudding & Pie.

You do not need to make a particular dialogue choice to unlock it.

Chapter 5 – Revelations

There are no additional Book of Fables entries to collect in Chapter 5.

This chapter focuses on Bigby's investigation at the Open Arms hotel. You will encounter Beauty and Beast and investigate Room 207.

You can complete the chapter normally without worrying about missing any Fable entries.

Chapter 6 – Conclusion

Chapter 6 also has no new Book of Fables entries.

This chapter concludes Episode 2 and reveals more about the murders. You can focus on completing the investigation without searching for additional entries.

How to Unlock All 11 Fable Entries

If you want to complete the Episode 2 collection, pay particular attention to the following entries:

- Ichabod's Denial: Use aggressive interrogation methods in Chapter 2.

- Bluebeard's Mercy: Use peaceful interrogation methods and stop Bluebeard from interfering in Chapter 2.

- The Witches and Wizards of the Thirteenth Floor: Listen to Snow White's conversation about glamours in Chapter 3.

- The Magic Mirror: Stay behind after TJ's interview and speak with the Mirror.

- The Witching Well: Examine the well before investigating the body.

- Jack Horner: Speak with Jack at the Trip Trap.

- Lily: Ask Holly about her sister.

- Troll Cross: Collect Lily's brooch and ask Holly about it.

- Georgie Porgie: Make an appointment with Nerissa.

- Clever Hans: Progress through the Pudding & Pie appointment sequence.

- Nerissa: Complete your conversation with her at the Pudding & Pie.

Remember that Ichabod's Denial and Bluebeard's Mercy are mutually exclusive. You will need to replay Chapter 2 to obtain whichever entry you missed.

Final Thoughts

Episode 2: Smoke and Mirrors contains 11 Book of Fables entries spread across Chapters 2, 3, and 4. Chapters 1, 5, and 6 contain no entries.

The most important chapter to watch is Chapter 3, where you can miss the Magic Mirror and Witching Well entries. Also remember to collect Lily's brooch before leaving the body examination, as you need it to unlock Troll Cross through your conversation with Holly.

Once you have collected all 11 entries, you will unlock the Apprentice Librarian achievement.

FAQ

Q. How many Book of Fables entries are in Episode 2?

A. There are 11 entries in Episode 2: Smoke and Mirrors.

Q. Which chapters contain Book of Fables entries?

A. Chapters 2, 3, and 4 contain entries. Chapters 1, 5, and 6 have no new entries.

Q. Can you unlock Ichabod's Denial and Bluebeard's Mercy in one playthrough?

A. No. They require opposite interrogation approaches. You must replay Chapter 2 and make different decisions to obtain both.

Q. Can you miss The Magic Mirror entry?

A. Yes. After interviewing TJ, choose "In a minute" when Snow White asks whether you are ready to leave. Then speak with the Magic Mirror before continuing.

Q. Where do you find the Troll Cross entry?

A. Collect Lily's brooch while examining the body at the Witching Well, then speak with Holly at the Trip Trap about her sister's brooch.

Q. What achievement do you unlock for collecting all Episode 2 entries?

A. You unlock Apprentice Librarian after collecting all 11 Book of Fables entries in Smoke and Mirrors.