Hey Howdy Hey Tappers!
Looks like Gil’s back in Springfield. He returned to Springfield this morning, naturally with another ‘deal” for us. What’s the latest gimmick he’s peddling? Well this time around he’s bringing in a blast from US History past…J. Edgar Hoover!
So let’s break down the details of this latest offer and determine if you should spend your donuts on this former FBI Boss….
So when you first get into Springfield you’ll see Gil waving his arms around…just begging you to tap on him…
If you tap on him you’ll see…
Gil: We go back a long way, right? Well, you gotta help me! A while back Ol’ Gil sold a Burns Dragon to a Russian Agent. The fella was playing the game in English. How was I to know? Now the FBI is after me. I can’t go to jail for treason! On the other hand, free room and board for the rest of my life? Know what? Do what ya gotta do!
At which point you’ll see his latest gimmick…
If you refuse…
Gil: Guess this is the last you’ll be seeing of Ol’ Gil. I’m going to prison… where I’ll live like a king. Thanks, friend!
If you accept…
Gil: Wow, thanks pal. You saved me from federal prison. So long hot meals and showers…
Now real quick because…if you refuse the offer will go back in the store. It will be there…
This Deal Ends June 26th
If you accept you’ll be awarded both J. Edgar and his “Undercover” Skin…which complete TWO character collections…
And now for the part, you’ve all been waiting for…the Should I Buy…
Character: J. Edgar Hoover
Costume: Undercover Hoover
Donut Cost: 199 Donuts
Earns: Premium characters, so earns at a premium rate.
This Deal Ends June 26th
Pros
-Comes with two questlines
-Historical significance (at least for American players)
-Amusing outdoor tasks
Cons
-Insanely priced for a character/costume combo that was barely a blip on the show
-Not voiced
-Does not help with the Itchy and Scratchy Event
Final Thought
Premium:
This isn’t a spectacular premium buy. This is one of those “if you like it, get it” combos. It’s pricey and there’s no building with it. Would have been cool if it came with the FBI Building (which was on the show).
Freemium:
Pass on this one. Way overpriced. You’re better off using your donuts in vault or Mystery Boxes.
Of course, in the end, it’s your decision, we can only tell you what we would or wouldn’t do…and as a premium player, I’m on the fence. The historian in me says get it, but the realistic person in me says 199 donuts for this? But whatever you decide, just make sure you make your final decision before it leaves our games for good (or for now).
J. Edgar Hoover’s Permanent Tasks:
| Task | Length | Earns | Location |
| Hunt the Mob | 1hr | $106, 26xp | Outside/Visual |
| Collect Dossiers on Everyone | 4hrs | $260, 70xp | Outside/Visual |
| Learn of Springfield’s Fall from Grace | 4hrs | $260, 70xp | Police Station |
| Go to a Criminal Meeting | 4hrs | $260, 70xp | Krusty Burger |
| Quash Any Discussion of his Personal Life | 8hrs | $420, 105xp | Brown House |
| Investigate Media Agendas | 8hrs | $420, 105xp | Channel 6 |
| Wildly Exceed his Authority | 12hrs | $600, 150xp | Brown House |
| Illegally Wiretap Suspected Radicals | 24hrs | $1000, 225xp | Brown House |
He will also have the tasks to Overpay for Sex on the Beach, Try to Win at Blackjack, Drink and Babysit and Dance the Senor Burns, assuming you have the buildings
And here are Undercover Hoover’s tasks…
Undercover Hoover’s Permanent Tasks:
| Task | Length | Earns | Location |
| Enjoy a Delightful Cocktail | 1hr | $105, 26xp | Outside/Visual |
| Infiltrate Bars | 4hrs | $260, 70xp | Outside/Visual |
| Pretend He’s Not Having a Good Time | 8hrs | $420, 105xp | Brown House |
| Strut | 12hrs | $600, 150xp | Brown House |
| Destroy Communism and Look Great Doing It | 24hrs | $1000, 225xp | Moe’s |
And because this is the complete details on the Gil Deal, here’s the Turbo Tappin’ Version of his questline…
FB-Why Pt. 1
J. Edgar starts
Make J. Edgar Hoover Learn of Springfield’s Fall From Grace- 4hrs, Earns $260, 70xp
FB-Why Pt. 2
J. Edgar starts
Make J. Edgar Hoover Collect Dossiers on Everyone- 4hrs, Earns $260, 70xp
FB-Why Pt. 3
J. Edgar starts
Make J. Edgar Hoover Go to Criminal Meeting- 4hrs, Earns $260, 70xp
Make Fat Tony Go to Criminal Meeting- 4hrs, Earns $175, 45xp
FB-Why Pt. 4
J. Edgar starts
Make J. Edgar Hoover Hunt the Mob- 1hr, Earns $105, 26xp
FB-Why Pt. 5
J. Edgar starts
Make J. Edgar Hoover Collect Dossiers on Everyone- 4hrs, Earns $260, 70xp
Questline tied to Undercover Hoover…
Say Yes to Arrest Pt. 1
Hoover starts
Make J. Edgar Hoover Investigate Media Agendas- 8hrs, Earns $420, 105xp
Say Yes to Arrest Pt. 2
Hoover starts
Make Undercover Hoover Infiltrate Bars- 4hrs, Earns $260, 70xp
Say Yes to Arrest Pt. 3
Hoover starts
Make Undercover Hoover Enjoy a Delightful Cocktail- 1hr, Earns $105, 26xp
Say Yes to Arrest Pt. 4
Hoover starts
Make Undercover Hoover Infiltrate Bars- 4hrs, Earns $260, 70xp
What are your thoughts on J. Edgar Hoover? Will you be spending the donuts to bring it to your Springfield? Did you already? Why or why not? Sound off in the comments below, you know we love hearing from you!
And finally, because I know a lot of you like to know these things…