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    The run-in with the authorities marked a turning point for Hong Kong 97. The magazine's editorial line became increasingly bold and confrontational, as if daring the government and other powerful interests to take it on. This approach yielded both impressive scoops and damaging blowback, cementing Hong Kong 97's reputation as a thorn in the side of the establishment.

    As Hong Kong 97 matured, its editorial direction began to shift towards more hard-hitting and political content. The magazine started to tackle sensitive issues, including corruption, police brutality, and government scandals. This newfound focus on investigative journalism earned Hong Kong 97 both praise and notoriety, as it began to attract attention from powerful figures and vested interests. hong kong 97 magazine

    Hong Kong 97 was initially conceived as a tabloid-style magazine targeting young adults, focusing on entertainment, lifestyle, and current affairs. The publication quickly gained popularity for its bold and often provocative content, which resonated with Hong Kong's increasingly aspirational and open-minded youth. The magazine's irreverent tone, coupled with its fearless approach to tackling sensitive topics, earned it a loyal following and critical acclaim. The run-in with the authorities marked a turning

    In 1995, Hong Kong 97 found itself at the center of a high-profile controversy when it published a series of articles alleging corruption and cronyism within the government. The authorities, quick to respond, accused the magazine of libel and slander, and threatened to shut it down. The publication's editors and writers were summoned to appear before the courts, and the magazine was forced to pay substantial fines and apologize for its alleged transgressions. As Hong Kong 97 matured, its editorial direction

    The demise of Hong Kong 97 sent shockwaves throughout the city's media community, sparking widespread fears about the erosion of press freedom and the growing encroachment of censorship. The magazine's closure served as a stark reminder of the limitations and perils of critical journalism in Hong Kong, as well as the risks assumed by those bold enough to challenge the powers that be.

    In the realm of Hong Kong's vibrant media scene, few publications have garnered as much notoriety and intrigue as Hong Kong 97 magazine. Launched in 1994, the magazine's short-lived but tumultuous existence serves as a fascinating case study on the complexities of press freedom, censorship, and the blurred lines between journalism and politics in the Special Administrative Region.

    On August 21, 1997, just as Hong Kong was being handed back to China, the authorities raided the magazine's offices and arrested several senior editors and writers on charges of sedition and libel. The publication was subsequently shut down, and its assets seized.

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    This is awesome! Appreciate your efforts ~ this guide motivates me to actually put some time and do some questing.
     
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    I actually never completed the last part because I didn't care about fame, so I went back and completed it just now and it looks like you're correct. It's weird though, because when you talk to the NPC it says the reward is 11 fame, but then you just get 500k exp. I guess the quest might be bugged, so I'll submit a bug report and update the guide to reflect this. Thanks for finding this!

    Here's proof of the quest reward according to the NPC and what you actually receive.
     
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    This thread is seriously underrated! Thank you for putting it together!

    I want to add a few quests to that list from lv 35-50 range:

    Rowen and the Cursed Doll (Requires Mr. Wetbottom's playboy book preq, tedious but a lot of EXP!) https://bbb.hidden-street.net/quest/victoria-island/rowen-the-fairy-and-the-cursed-dolls
    The Antidote (Rowen Quest 2.0 also decent EXP!) https://bbb.hidden-street.net/quest/ludus-lake/the-antidote
    The Revolutionary Plan for Constructing a Wall (Time-limited <30 minutes) https://bbb.hidden-street.net/quest...tionary-plan-for-constructing-defensive-walls
     
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    Thanks for the recommendations! I've added them to the guide.
     
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    Shumi's coin quest at lv 20 gives 6000 base (before royals 3.2x exp), instead of 1600 EXP.
    *Note, pic is taken during 30% exp event
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    Welcome to new leaf city is now lv 20 quest
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    Thanks for finding this! I just tested the New Leaf City Quiz, and while it says Over Level 20, I was able to accept it on a level 17 character.[​IMG]

    As for Shumi's Coin, I'll update that right now.
     
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    Ohh looks like a glitch then? Since it was nerfed to lv 20 by Royals.
     
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    Do you know when it was nerfed? Because that quest is from the original quests worth doing guide which was written in 2017.
     
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    Sure lemme dig it up, it was late 2020. I'll edit it to this post when I find it.

    EDIT: Hmm I couldn't find it in late 2020, memory served me wrong. Though I do remember even asking Gert why is was nerfed :S (maybe it was Gert telling me the level is 20 to get the quest). I could only find the nerf from late 2017 during new source, but can't find if it was changed again.

    https://royals.ms/forum/threads/new-source-update-48-24-12-2017.111769/#post-623070
     
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    Interesting... I guess for now I'm just going to leave it as level requirement: 15 because for all intents and purposes, you can get it by then. If it ever gets fixed, then I can update the guide.
     
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    minor nitpick, but is it possible to update the list with the region the quest is in?
    e.g.

    DANGER! <1-G. Mushroom> (Sleepywood)
     
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    Avoiding talk to "A Familiar Lady" after you killed Nine-Tailed Fox, else you will be rewarding 10 fame instead of 15 fame... not to mention she will steal away your old fox's tail as well... and will need to redo the quest...

    btw, Nice guide for newbie =D have fun guys
     
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    10/10 guide!
    Just a side note:
    In order to activate Muirhat(myboi!) quest line , you have to click on the Rubbish Bin near to Muirhat and complete some prequest so only you could start the stone golem and other Muirhat’s quest!
     
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    Fyi, pretty sure I've completed the entire magatia questline up to For Phyllia/For Zemunist/For Alcadno. It works and is one of the best questlines in the game!
     
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    thanks !
     
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    bump! Very Nice guide
     
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    Thanks for the guide!

    Some additional quests that are worth doing
    • A Healthy Snack for the Huskies
      • Level requirement: 40
      • Quest objective: Turn in 50 Seal Meat from Freezer/Sparker (collect in advance). (Do this together with Her Secret Craving for Seal Meat)
      • Exp reward: 10,000 exp
    • Lost in the Ocean
      • Level requirement: 35
      • Quest objective: Get 1 SOS Letter and 1 Pure Water and travel to Omega Sector and back and talk to NPCs (Best to do when you have a Ludibrium warp capsule so you can finish the quest quickly).
      • Exp reward: 5,000 exp + 10,000 EXP + 10,000 EXP
    • Toon Fixing the Roof
      • Level requirement: 10
      • Quest objective: Turn in 10 Screws. Just get screws beforehand and talk to him.
      • Exp reward: 5,000 exp
     
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    Finally a good guide to avoid orbis etc <3
     

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