The Maltese ClueThe Maltese Clue is an adventure for fantasy role-playing games published by Judges Guild in 1979.ContentsThe Maltese Clue is a tournament adventure scenario designed for mid-level player characters who are associates or members of a thieves' guild; the adventure has a detective aspect, inspired by The Maltese Falcon, and the players must explore a castle that was based on Hedingham Castle.Publication historyThe Maltese Clue was written by Paul Karczag, with art by Kevin Siembieda, and was published by Judges Guild in 1979 as a 48-page book.ReceptionPatrick Amory reviewed The Maltese Clue for Different Worlds magazine and stated that "If you don't mind AD&D humor this one should be good for several somewhat ludicrous sessions of play."