SQ3 Deaths
From Space Quest Omnipedia
| Regions in which Roger may die |
[edit] General Messages
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Garbage Freighter
[edit] Go south from the game's starting screen and take the piece of metal lying against one of the ships. (Walk up to it and type TAKE METAL.)
Roger: YEOW!
It's obvious that the metal was sharper than you. The resulting laceration turns you into a living fountain - at least for a few moments. Unfortunately for you, this show was your finale. Good luck in the afterlife.
One Way to Lower Your Blood Pressure
A brave but fatal attempt at arterial art.
[edit] Fail to escape the conveyor belt.
Little box blocking the view: NOT A PRETTY SIGHT
Shredded like an Iran-Contra document, your many independent parts flutter to the bottom of the hopper. This is of little importance to you, what with your being dead and all.
It Slices, It Dices...
You're a less-than-choice cut, Wilco!
[edit] Walk off the side of the rail.
You stepped off the rail! You're dead again. Way to go. Haven't we taught you anything?
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Walk on the curved part of the rail at either end.
You step on a part of the track which is extremely narrow and greasy. It obviously wasn't designed for human foot travel. It's a quick drop to the unforgiving surface below.
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Sit in the grabber too long right after getting it.
ZOT!
You really bit the beam, Buckwheat. And there's that lack of regard for organics in action again. I guess they never heard of the warning shot concept around here. Anyway, you're dead.
Hole In One!
Hope you enjoy your new flow-through ventilation system.
[edit] Exit the grabber then walk off the side of the garbage chute entrance.
We haven't seen footwork like that since Gerald Ford! Unfortunately, your fall causes you to make contact with the non-moving deck below. The resulting impact forces the cancellation of your subscription to life.
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Walk off the bottom edge of the big robot head screen.
Oh, gosh! You've stepped off a metallic escarpment and tumbled into the darkness. Twisted, jagged remnants of old vehicles reach out to slow your dark descent, cutting short your life in the process.
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Lean the ladder against the Aluminum Mallard, fall back down the garbage chute, and wait.
You hear strange growls which send chills through your sleek, yet rugged, frame. What could it be?
Suddenly, two hideous figures rush from the shadows toward you!
Oh, my! It appears that your being trapped has made you a prime target for rodent ruffians. What a mess!
Rats!
You may not be Purina Rat Chow, but you'll do!
[edit] Walk off the top of the Aluminum Mallard. (Walking off certain spots results in just sliding down the windshield unharmed.)
[edit] Slid Down the Windshield
You got lucky this time.
[edit] Fell Off Completely
We warned you to be careful. Did you listen? Nooooo! Good luck next time.
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Take off before turning on the radar.
You feel a strong rumbling as the ship strains to loosen itself from the confines of the junk heap accumulated at its base. Finally, it begins to rise.
The ship rises successfully, but collides with the top of the freighter. The resulting explosion sends a potpourri of flesh and metal fragments careening in all directions.
Learn to Drive That Thing!
Your radar is designed to avoid just such an occurrence.
[edit] Take off then turn off the engines without landing or firing the lasers.
With the engines off, the ship falls abruptly to the floor. The resulting impact is too much for it and you.
Learn to Drive That Thing!
Your radar is designed to avoid just such an occurrence.
[edit] Shoot the Mallard's lasers before turning on the shields.
The shot blasts a new orifice in the side of the junk freighter.
Unfortunately, your inadequately protected ship is struck and subsequently destroyed in the bottle neck of metallic objects striving to pass through the same relatively small opening.
Decompression Blues
Sudden Decompression Sucks!
[edit] Phleebhut
[edit] Get too close to the scorpazoid.
OH NO! A venomous scorpazoid. Watch out.
ZOT!
The Scorpazoid's stinger hits its mark sending electro-plasmatic venom into your system. Death comes quickly.
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Go too far south then walk in any direction other than north.
Snake: BURP!
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Go too far north or step underneath the hanging pods or walk into the gear hole inside the Mog or get caught by Arnoid.
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Open the display case in front of the World O' Wonders. (OPEN CASE)
They may be cute, but only an idiot would get near one! Looks like you won't be around to appreciate the other diverse wonders of this garden-spot of the universe.
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Kill Arnoid inside the Mog then walk into the shaft while the elevator is still at the bottom.
Roger: Oh, nooooooo!
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Monolith Burger
[edit] Walk into the left airlock twice.
[edit] First Time
Dangerous Guy: Out'a my airlock GEEK!
POW!
CRASH!
[edit] Second Time
Dangerous Guy: That's it for you BOZO!
POW!
Don't Trust Guys in Black Spacesuits
A pulselaser blast to the forehead is not your idea of fun. Fortunately, it didn't hit anything important.
[edit] Ortega
[edit] Take too long to find thermal protection.
My, my, this is one hot planet! Hopefully you'll last more than a few minutes.
Too late you realize that walking around unprotected on this planet is hazardous to your health. You feel your blood begin to boil.
You sizzle into oblivion. This planet wouldn't be so bad if you could keep cool somehow.
Sunbathing Not Recommended
It's so hot you could fry a Vorlian phlegmsnake egg.
[edit] Get spotted by the ScumSoft henchmen.
Way to go, ace! You blundered your way to within range of the pirates' jello gun. You suffocate in an impenetrable block of jello.
Just Like Mom Used to Make
As your life sputters to a close, you decide to cut down on desserts.
[edit] Fall off one of the ledges.
Roger: Oh, noooooo!
New, Improved Quick Tanning Method
You never did care for fondue. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Take a detonator then go back and walk across the wobbly bridge.
The impact switch on the thermal detonator was triggered by your wobbling on the unstable rock. Your fragments are strewn over a wide area.
Be More Careful With Explosives
Didn't mom always tell you not to play with firecrackers?
[edit] Walk off the top of the generator or into the hole in the top of the generator.
Roger: Oh, noooooo!
Deceleration Trauma
It wouldn't be so bad, except for the sudden stop at the end. Next time, don't get so close to the edge.
[edit] Take a second detonator then pole-vault the gap where the bridge was.
Your brow furrows in grim determination as you prepare for a tremendous leap.
The impact of your landing set off the thermal detonator. Your fragments are strewn over a wide area.
Be More Careful With Explosives
Didn't mom always tell you not to play with firecrackers?
[edit] Pestulon
[edit] Enter ScumSoft while still visible or become invisible then fail to enter ScumSoft before becoming visible again or walk back up the stairs after getting past the guards.
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Walk into the forcefield on either side of the ScumSoft entrance.
Oh. No! You've stepped into an electrical force field and as a result you are fried to a crackly crunch. YOU'RE TOAST DUDE!
Congratulations on Your Recent Death!
Thanks for playing Space Quest III. As usual, you've been a real hoot.
[edit] Enter the cubicle section while in regular clothes.
Random Scumsoft Guy: Security... we have an intruder in accounting.
Just Like Mom Used to Make
As your life sputters to a close, you decide to cut down on desserts.
[edit] Walk by a full trash can without vaporizing it.
Random Scumsoft Guy: Security... we have an intruder in accounting disguised as a janitor.
Uh-oh! You're in deep trouble now. These guys know that a real janitor would never bypass a full waste basket.
You Have Blown Your "Cover"
You have demonstrated a surprising lack of janitorial skill. Perhaps this would be an opportune time to "brush up" on your technique with Space Quest I and II.
[edit] Take the portrait then leave without replacing it.
Random Scumsoft Guy: Security... we have an intruder in accounting disguised as a janitor.
You Have Blown Your "Cover"
You have demonstrated a surprising lack of janitorial skill. Perhaps this would be an opportune time to "brush up" on your technique with Space Quest I and II.
[edit] Miss the trash can too many times.
Oops! You missed.
William Tell you are not.
Stand closer - it's shorter than you think.
You just put a nasty burn mark in the carpet.
You're starting to arouse suspicion with your marksmanship.
Elmo Pug: Security... I've got some butthead in my office posing as a janitor.
You Have Blown Your "Cover"
You have demonstrated a surprising lack of janitorial skill. Perhaps this would be an opportune time to "brush up" on your technique with Space Quest I and II.
[edit] Walk off the ledge where the Two Guys are being held.
You Have Taken the Big Plunge
That's one small step for man... One giant leap for janitor-kind.
[edit] Lose in the Nukem Dukem Robots arena.
Well, it looks like you've depleted your power. The last thing you see is your blood slowly spreading across the arena floor.
Down For the Count
Better hang out at the gym more often.
[edit] Fail to put the correct shield up during the space duel.
Having the correct shield up could have prevented this! The final shot shreds the side of your ship. In the sudden vacuum, your body fluids expand beyond the capacity of your tissues. Your desiccated body will drift forever, a grim testament to your blundering stupidity.
Decompression Blues
Sudden Decompression Sucks!
[edit] Deplete the shields before the duel is over by leaving them up too long.
With your shield depleted, the final hit shreds the side of your ship. In the sudden vacuum, your body fluids expand beyond the capacity of your tissues. Your desiccated body will drift forever, a grim testament to your blundering stupidity.
Decompression Blues
Sudden Decompression Sucks!
Total number of ways to die: 40
