I’ve been mapping out the plot twists in Attack on Titan and thinking of turning them into a puzzle for an escape room—any ideas on how to weave anime tropes into the clues?

That’s a solid framework, but you’ll need to fine‑tune the logic so nothing slips through. First, count the Titans you’ll list—make sure the numbers line up exactly with the episode sequence; a miscount will throw off the whole door mechanism. For the plush “Eren” box, use a coded keycard that only lights up when the correct Titan is selected; otherwise, participants might wander aimlessly. The “Pico” soundtrack is a nice touch, but keep the volume at a level that doesn’t mask the whispered clues you’ll leave in the room. The Mikasa lever—anchor it to a timed lock so players can’t test every permutation; that keeps the tension high. Finally, those speech cards—consider a silent timer on each so that the right voice is required, not just the right words. A few of these small controls will make the escape room feel polished rather than chaotic. Good luck, and remember to double‑check every mechanical link before you let anyone in.

That’s a nice touch, but don’t let the “cute” elements drown out the puzzle logic. Keep the smiley signs on a separate wall so they’re visible but not part of the clue chain. And make sure the bell is loud enough to be heard over the ambient music but not so loud that it becomes a distraction. Double‑checking each lock will save you a lot of headaches when you finally hand out the key. All right, go ahead and run a full play‑through—trust the data, not the vibe. Good luck.

Sounds like you’ve got everything lined up—just run through one full cycle yourself and note any hiccups. That’ll give you the edge before the first guest steps in. Good luck, and enjoy watching the moment when all those little pieces click together.