Previously on Starstruck...
Shannon posed as a journalist to gain access to Jake's family home. In his bedroom, she discovered old lyrics and a password-protected folder of old chat logs.
Gabe was in a secret relationship with Rachel, and Jake ignored Marcus when he needed help. The rumors of a fifth band member got more interesting with a napkin contract, and in his journal, Jake mentioned an altercation when he let slip his plans for a solo career. Shannon feels torn between the ideal of her beloved band and the search for the truth, but she keeps digging for answers.
Hints
Amends Letter
- What does this letter reveal about the relationship between the writer and Jake?
- Based on evidence from this episode and a previous one, can you determine who wrote the letter?
Band Interview
- How did the remaining band members feel in the wake of Jake's solo career?
- Do their answers match the actions presented in the other pieces of evidence?
Business Card
- Is Rachel the one sending or receiving the message? Calling the number on the card might provide the answer.
CD Booklet
- Could anything be hidden inside the booklet, something that might go unseen with the naked eye?
- Remember that Ultraviolet merch, like this CD booklet, normally came with a blacklight.
- Pay attention to the blacklight note at the front of the booklet.
- Try using the information in the note along with another piece of evidence in the box.
CD Case and Sleeve
- Pay attention to the holes in the CD sleeve and see if they interact with anything else.
Facility Pamphlet
- What sort of clients does Spring Day Rehab Clinic cater to?
- Pay attention to the logo. Does it appear on any other pieces of evidence?
How to Finish Episode 4
- Make sure the subject line is SOLO when you message Shannon through the Contact shortcut.
- In the message, make sure to include who Jake was talking to when he let it slip about him going solo.
News Article Collage
- How has Ollie been handling the end of Just4Fun?
Sobriety Coin
- What else does the sobriety coin connect to in this episode?
Website/J4F Forum
- Check the PI letter to find your login information for this season's website.
- Go to just4funcase.com and use the password PORTER and your own email address as the username to log into the website.
- The folder for the case is still JUST4FUN but use the password LUVNWAR.
- Does the video on the J4F forum reveal any new information?
Reveals
Amends Letter
- Comparing the handwriting of this letter to the handwritten lyrics of Episode 3 shows this letter was also written by Marcus. Instead of writing a true amends letter, Marcus merely uses it as an excuse to vent his frustration out on Jake. "Amends Letters" are a key part of therapy outlined in the facility pamphlet.
Band Interview
- The boys dodge quite a few questions in their interview, and while they all might seem happy for Jake's success on the surface, it's clear they're all hiding some undisclosed feelings.
Business Card
- Calling the number reveals that Rachel was in contact with Spill the Beanz.
CD Booklet
- Lining up the CD sleeve with the text about Track 12 in the booklet reveals a message from Ollie: "you think you can abandon us watch your back".
CD Case and Sleeve
- Place the sleeve over the CD booklet to reveal a hidden message from Ollie.
News Article Collage
- Ollie has been involved in several high-profile controversies, both while he was in J4F and after the band split up.
Sobriety Coin
- The connection to the facility pamphlet, the handwriting of the amends letter, and the fact that this was in the band's trailer reveals Marcus was the one in rehab.
Website/J4F Forum
- The timestamp of the loud noise is 1:30. This confirms Gabe's statement that he was in his trailer during Jake's accident.
Solution
- The timestamp of the loud noise is 1:30. This confirms Gabe's statement that he was in his trailer during Jake's accident.