South Park The Fractured But Whole: Paranormal Investigation Guide

The Bring the Crunch DLC for South Park: The Fractured But Whole introduces several side quests in the form of Merit Badges, which allow players to improve the Sash of Ultimate Merit artifact. With our Paranormal Investigation Guide, you can easily earn one of these badges, the Paranormal Investigation badge, which requires players to interact with and assist five ghosts scattered across Lake Tardicaca.

In this guide, we’ll cover where to find each ghost, how to complete their quest, and how to earn the Paranormal Investigation badge.

1. Camp Center Ghost – Len Hamlich

• Location: Near the campfire at the Camp Center.
• Objective: Retrieve the Haunted Doll from the Mess Hall.

How to Complete Len Hamlich’s Quest

1. Find the Haunted Doll inside the Mess Hall (right side of the room).
2. Interact with the doll, and it will move to a different spot:
   • Moves to a table on the left – Shoot the hanging light to create a ramp.
   • Moves to the top of the vending machine – Move the oil container between the counter and green container to form a staircase. Climb up and shoot the sign to create a ramp.
   • Moves to the middle of the room – Pick it up.
3. Return to Len Hamlich and take a selfie with him to complete the quest.

2. Old Mines Ghost – Milton Barker

• Location: Inside the Old Mines, accessible through the open grate in the Shower Building.
• Objective: Retrieve the Haunted Bird Cage.

How to Complete Milton Barker’s Quest

1. Find Milton Barker under the red light to the right of the entrance.
2. Locate the Haunted Bird Cage:
   • Move the cracked box beside the GTP box to create a staircase.
   • Climb up and use the ladder.
   • Shoot down the higher ladder, climb up, and grab the bird cage.
3. Return to Milton Barker and take a selfie to complete the quest.

3. Misty Forest Ghost – Wayne Wilson

• Location: Just before entering the Burial Grounds in the Misty Forest.
• Objective: Eliminate the crows in the background of the ghost’s selfie.

How to Complete Wayne Wilson’s Quest

1. Take a selfie with Wayne Wilson to trigger the next step.
2. Enter the Burial Grounds and eliminate three crows:
   • Two in the trees near the No Trespassing sign.
   • One on the post beside the Keep Out sign.
3. Return to Wayne Wilson, take another selfie, and complete the quest.

4. Bus Stop Ghost – Lisa Jankowski

• Location: Near the rock on the left side of the pathway leading to the Camp Center.
• Objective: Retrieve the Haunted VHS from Nathan’s Cabin (#23).

How to Complete Lisa Jankowski’s Quest

1. Take a selfie with Lisa Jankowski to begin the quest.
2. Go to Nathan’s Cabin (#23) (unlocks after the “Investigate the Psychic Disturbance at Camp” main quest).
3. Find the Haunted VHS inside the TV on the right side of the cabin.
4. Return to Lisa Jankowski and take a selfie to complete the quest.

5. Boat House Ghost – Ken Flannery

• Location: Inside the Boat House (requires key from Nathan’s Cabin).
• Objective: Wear the ghost’s old costume before taking a selfie.

How to Complete Ken Flannery’s Quest

1. Obtain the Boat House key from Nathan’s Cabin.
2. Enter the Boat House and find Ken Flannery near the flaming surfboard.
3. Retrieve the costume from the top shelf:
   • Shoot the adjacent shelf to create a ramp.
   • Climb the ramps and walk across to reach the costume.
   • Reverse time to access the costume.
4. Put on the costume and take a selfie with Ken Flannery to complete the quest.

How to Get the Paranormal Investigation Merit Badge

After completing all five ghost quests, return to Fastpass at the Camp Center (just left of the Mess Hall). Talk to him to receive the Paranormal Investigation Merit Badge, which enhances the Sash of Ultimate Merit, providing stat boosts for your character.

Final Tips & Notes

• Nathan’s Cabin & the Boat House key – You need to progress in the main DLC story before gaining access to Nathan’s Cabin, which contains the Boat House key required for Ken Flannery’s quest.
• Haunted Object Locations – Each ghost has a specific haunted object that needs to be retrieved before you can take a final selfie.
• Ghost Quest Order – You can complete the quests in any order, but some areas may be locked until you advance in the story.

The Paranormal Investigation Badge is one of several Merit Badges you can earn in Bring the Crunch. By helping five ghosts across Lake Tardicaca, you not only unlock selfies with them but also improve your Sash of Ultimate Merit.

If you’re exploring Bring the Crunch in South Park: The Fractured But Whole, there’s more to discover beyond the Paranormal Investigation badge. Check out our Bring the Crunch guide for a full breakdown of quests, battles, and rewards. Plus, don’t miss our Native Heritage guide to learn about the game’s cultural references and hidden details.

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