MYSTIQ
Every clue counts. Every alibi lies.
MYSTIQ – Investigative puzzle is a flagship event of the ALTRUIXX 2K26 Symposium, designed to challenge participants through an immersive crime investigation experience. The event tests logical reasoning, analytical thinking, observation, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities by presenting participants with realistic fictional case files filled with evidence, witness statements, hidden clues, and misleading information. Teams must carefully examine every detail, identify inconsistencies, decode puzzles, and connect fragmented evidence to reconstruct the sequence of events. Using evidence-based deductions, participants are required to identify the perpetrator and justify their conclusions within the given time.
- Cipher & logic puzzles
- Evidence analysis
- Whodunit finale
- Venue
- To be announced
- Time
- To be announced
- Team size
- 1–3 members
How it works
Here is how the event runs, round by round.
- 01
Round 1: Detective Missions
Qualifier Round
- 01Complete a series of detective-themed missions designed to test your investigative skills.
- 02Decode hidden messages, solve logic-based puzzles, and uncover concealed clues.
- 03Spot inconsistencies in evidence, identify forged documents, and analyze suspicious details.
- 04Each completed mission earns points based on accuracy and speed.
- 05The top-scoring teams qualify for the final investigation round.
- 02
Round 2: Case Investigation
Final Round
- 01Receive a complete murder case file containing evidence, witness statements, suspect profiles, timelines, and forensic reports.
- 02Examine every clue, eliminate suspects, and reconstruct the sequence of events.
- 03Connect the evidence to identify who committed the crime, how it happened, and the motive behind it.
- 04Present your final verdict with clear evidence and logical justification.
- 05The team with the most accurate investigation and the fastest correct solution wins.
Student coordinator
Sevita G M