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Cate West has been assigned a series of unsolvable crimes, dubbed “The Vanishing Files”, that have paralyzed the city. The police turn to crime novelist Cate , whose psychic visions might just be the key to solving the mystery. Help Cate find clues, compile evidence and track down hideouts to discover the link between these crimes and an unsolved mystery from Cate’s past!

so what qualities does Cate possess to aid in solving the mystery ? Lets take a look at her profile:

Cate West

Age: 27
Occupation: Writer

Profile:
Daughter of Helen and Jon West, Cate is a budding writer and life-time resident of Arcadia City.

Since her father’s death 17 years ago, Cate has been haunted by dreams of the terrible event. She blames herself for not preventing his death even though there was no way she could have intervened.

Yuki Takeba has been Cate’s best friend with since they roomied at Arcadia college. Cate and Yuki are both fans of Japanese art and cooking, with Cate preferring the shopping for ingredients for Yuki to cook!

Over the years Cate’s intuition has gotten stronger and stronger. She’s not sure if this is related to her father’s death, or what to do with the “Gift”. She prefers not to think about these things, instead focusing on her writing.

Cate is currently preparing for the release of her first novel with her friend and editor Wesley Carr. The novel goes on sale in Europe on the 5th September.

Hobbies:
Writing, going to the Farmer’s Market and collecting antique Japanese woodblock prints.

Helen West
Age: 54
Occupation: Calligraphy Teacher

Profile:
Helen is a self-employed Calligraphy teacher, having set up the business in Arcadia City when she first moved here with Cate 17 years ago. The business has grown strongly and Helen now employs an apprentice full time to help with teaching her classes and private clients.

Since the death of her husband, James, Helen has raised Cate on her own. Recently, she has become worried about her daughter, who seems to be more and more tired and insular. She wonders if this might be anxiety about her new book or if some deeper ailment is responsible. Or perhaps Cate is just finding it difficult to keep up with her friend Yuki’s fast paced lifestyle?

How will Helen react if she learns of Cate’s unusual dreams and visions?

Hobbies:
Calligraphy, interior decoration and reading biographies.

Wesley Carr
Age: 29
Occupation: Copywriter & Editor

Profile:
Wesley is the publishing editor assigned to Cate’s first book. A bright and experienced editor in the crime fiction genre, Wesley has established many writers across the nation. Wesley holds a Bachelor’s in English from University of Michigan and a Master’s Degree in Medieval Literature from Oxford University, England.

Over the months working with Cate, he has developed a strong friendship with her and spends all his energies promoting her work. Can he propel Cate’s novel to the bestseller list?

Hobbies:
Reading, watching the opera and visiting quaint bookstores.

Yuki Takeba
Age: 26
Occupation: Stock Broker

Profile:
Born in Nara, Japan, Yuki immigrated with her family to United States when she was 8 years old. While in college, she roomed with Cate and the two have been close friends ever since. Both of her parents have since passed away and she has come to regard Cate as being as close as family.

Yuki is a talented and hardworking business genius. She has recently completed an MBA and, with a promotion to associate partner at her stockbroker firm, her life is faster paced than ever!

Cate and Yuki are both fans of Japanese art and cooking, with Yuki instructing Cate on the right ingredients to make perfect meals!

However, with her business commitments, will Yuki have as much time to continue her friendship with Cate?

Hobbies:
Volleyball, cooking food (Japanese and Italian) and watching classic horror films.

Fast facts

Cate West: The Vanishing Files
Release: 05.09.09
Genre: Seek-and-solve
Formats: Nintendo DS™, and Wii™
Pegi: 7+
Developer: Magellen Interactive/Destineer Games
RRP: Nintendo DS – £24.99, Wii – £24.99

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