Tracking down Ruby is one of the most vital milestones in Disco Elysium, as her interrogation uncovers critical answers behind the central murder mystery. Players must navigate several investigative steps across Martinaise West before confronting her. Understanding where to look and how to prepare for the required skill checks ensures a smooth path to her hideout.
Starting the Search in Martinaise West
After interrogating Titus Hardie at the Whirling-in-Rags, you learn that Ruby fled the eastern district to avoid detection. Your investigation shifts across the water lock toward the coastal area known as Land's End. Asking around the local fishing village helps narrow down her recent movements.
Interrogating the local washerwoman in the village yields key clues about Ruby's movements along the coast. Inspecting the washerwoman's floorboards reveals a hidden bullet that confirms Ruby stayed nearby. This discovery prompts you to follow her trail further north toward abandoned coastal structures.
Locating the Feld Building Hideout
Your search ultimately leads to the derelict Feld Building, located near a ruined boardwalk and fish market. The distinct building features a massive mural painted across its exterior wall. Ruby is hiding deep within the subterranean basement level of this facility.
Gaining access to the building requires passing a crucial white Shivers check while examining the mural. Successfully passing this check unlocks two potential entry routes into the structure. You can either scale the roof ladder or squeeze through a drainage pipe near the water.
Passing Skill Checks and Preparing for the Encounter
The Shivers check on the Feld mural has a base difficulty of 20, making it one of the toughest checks in the game. Fortunately, completing side quests around Martinaise grants significant positive modifiers to lower the difficulty. Consuming alcohol or equipping specific clothing items can also temporarily boost your Shivers stat.
Before entering the basement, ensure your character has sufficient health and morale healing items stocked up. The upcoming confrontation features intense narrative checks that can inflict severe damage on unprepared detectives. Descending into the basement triggers a major story progression point, so complete any outstanding side tasks beforehand.