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Magnesium flares, Greek fire, or just flares, are a tools to fight against ghosts. Flares range in size from small and contained to large bombs that could "level a city block"[1]. They contain an explosive element and iron filings, making them perfect for altogether annihilating a Visitor. Because of their explosive nature, it is strongly advised that agents use them exclusively outdoors[2][3].

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62 Sheen Road[]

Main article: 62 Sheen Road

62 Sheen Road was a residential house that was home to the ghost of Annabel Ward, a type two murder-victim. In their hunt on the ghost of the late Mr. Hope, suspected to be a weak type one, Agents Lucy Carlyle and Anthony Lockwood of Lockwood & Co. encountered the much stronger manifestation of Annabel Ward. Being caught of guard and lacking iron chains, the ghost managed to overwhelm them and touch Anthony Lockwood. Lucy Carlyle managed to save him with a flare, but due to it's explosive nature, caused a fire, that ultimately burned down the whole second story of the house. Although the source was ultimately contained, the damage to the house was extensive[2][4][5].

References[]

  1. The Screaming Staircase, IV: The Hall, Ch. 20
  2. 2.0 2.1 The Screaming Staircase, I: The Ghost, Ch. 4
  3. The Screaming Staircase, Glossary
  4. The Screaming Staircase, III: The Necklace, Ch. 9
  5. This Will Be Us
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