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| type = cosmetic | | type = cosmetic | ||
| image = Nine-Pipe Problem.png | | image = Nine-Pipe Problem.png | ||
| − | | used-by = | + | | used-by = [[Medic]] |
| equip-region = medic pipe | | equip-region = medic pipe | ||
| contributed-by = {{Backpack Item Link|76561198009301413|741646234}} | | contributed-by = {{Backpack Item Link|76561198009301413|741646234}} | ||
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| loadout = yes | | loadout = yes | ||
| prefix = The | | prefix = The | ||
| − | | item-kind = | + | | item-kind = Pipe |
| − | | item-description = In the time it takes you to read this description, I've already | + | | item-description = In the time it takes you to read this description, I've already übered a heavy, captured your base, solved a crime, and smoked three pipes. |
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The Nine-Pipe Problem was [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=13164 contributed] to the Steam Workshop. | The Nine-Pipe Problem was [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=13164 contributed] to the Steam Workshop. | ||
| − | == Painted variants == | + | == {{heading|Painted variants}} == |
{{Painted variants/Notes}} | {{Painted variants/Notes}} | ||
{{Tabs | {{Tabs | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | == Styles == | + | == {{heading|Styles}} == |
{{Styles table | {{Styles table | ||
| image1 = Painted Nine-Pipe Problem UNPAINTED.png | | image1 = Painted Nine-Pipe Problem UNPAINTED.png | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | == Item set == | + | == {{heading|Item set}} == |
{{Set|Eliminating The Impossible}} | {{Set|Eliminating The Impossible}} | ||
:''Note: the attributes are hidden until both items are equipped.'' | :''Note: the attributes are hidden until both items are equipped.'' | ||
:''This set does not affect gameplay, as its description is meant to be a joke. However, it does change a handful of item descriptions, as of {{Patch name|6|20|2012}}.'' | :''This set does not affect gameplay, as its description is meant to be a joke. However, it does change a handful of item descriptions, as of {{Patch name|6|20|2012}}.'' | ||
| − | == Update history == | + | == {{heading|Update history}} == |
{{Update history| | {{Update history| | ||
'''{{Patch name|3|8|2012}}''' | '''{{Patch name|3|8|2012}}''' | ||
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* Loosened [[equip region]] restrictions for the Nine-Pipe Problem. | * Loosened [[equip region]] restrictions for the Nine-Pipe Problem. | ||
| − | '''{{Patch name|7|8|2015}} | + | '''{{Patch name|7|8|2015|num=1}}''' |
* Fixed cosmetic items with an ambient [[Particle effects|particle effect]] (i.e. [[Soldier's Stogie]], Nine-Pipe Problem) erroneously reporting that they had the Genteel Smoke [[unusual]] effect. | * Fixed cosmetic items with an ambient [[Particle effects|particle effect]] (i.e. [[Soldier's Stogie]], Nine-Pipe Problem) erroneously reporting that they had the Genteel Smoke [[unusual]] effect. | ||
| − | '''{{Patch name|7|7|2016}} | + | '''{{Patch name|7|7|2016|num=1|major=Meet Your Match Update}}''' |
* {{Undocumented}} Added [[Strange]] quality. | * {{Undocumented}} Added [[Strange]] quality. | ||
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| + | '''{{Patch name|10|9|2025|major=Scream Fortress 2025}}''' | ||
| + | * Updated several strings with consistency fixes. | ||
| + | ** {{Undocumented}} Updated the description. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | == Trivia == | + | == {{heading|Trivia}} == |
* This item is a reference to [[w:Arthur Conan Doyle|Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's]] fictional detective [[w:Sherlock Holmes|Sherlock Holmes]]. Specifically, it alludes to the phrase "three pipe problem" introduced in the short story ''[[w:The Red-Headed League|The Red-Headed League]]'', and refers to the amount of tobacco needed to ponder over and deduce the solution to a particular puzzle. Additionally, Holmes is sometimes depicted as smoking a calabash pipe, usually when outdoors. | * This item is a reference to [[w:Arthur Conan Doyle|Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's]] fictional detective [[w:Sherlock Holmes|Sherlock Holmes]]. Specifically, it alludes to the phrase "three pipe problem" introduced in the short story ''[[w:The Red-Headed League|The Red-Headed League]]'', and refers to the amount of tobacco needed to ponder over and deduce the solution to a particular puzzle. Additionally, Holmes is sometimes depicted as smoking a calabash pipe, usually when outdoors. | ||
| − | == Gallery == | + | == {{heading|Gallery}} == |
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Nine Pipe Problem steam workshop.jpg|Steam Workshop thumbnail for the Nine-Pipe Problem. | File:Nine Pipe Problem steam workshop.jpg|Steam Workshop thumbnail for the Nine-Pipe Problem. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
| − | == See also == | + | == {{heading|See also}} == |
* [[Steam Pipe]] | * [[Steam Pipe]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:37, 11 October 2025
| “ | That was doctor-assisted homicide!
Click to listen
— The Medic solving a murder
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” |
The Nine-Pipe Problem is a community-created cosmetic item for the Medic. It is a gourd calabash pipe, complete with a "Genteel Smoke" particle effect and dark glasses that replace the Medic's usual clear pair. The pipe sways in motion.
This item has two styles, named "Afternoon" and "Evening". The "Evening" style maintains the Medic's usual glasses.
The Nine-Pipe Problem was contributed to the Steam Workshop.
Painted variants
Main article: Paint Can
Mouseover cells to preview the images on a dark background. Click on the images to enlarge them.
[hide]Painted variants
- Afternoon
- Evening
show;hide
Styles
Main article: Styles
| Styles | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afternoon | Evening | |||||||||
Item set
Main article: Item sets
| Eliminating The Impossible | |
|---|---|
| Effect |
Reduces mystery solving time by up to 88%. |
- Note: the attributes are hidden until both items are equipped.
- This set does not affect gameplay, as its description is meant to be a joke. However, it does change a handful of item descriptions, as of June 20, 2012 Patch.
Update history
March 8, 2012 Patch
- The Nine-Pipe Problem was added to the game.
March 26, 2012 [Item schema update]
- The Nine-Pipe Problem can now be found in random drops.
- [Undocumented] Lowered the price of the Nine-Pipe Problem in the Mann Co. Store.
- Loosened equip region restrictions for the Nine-Pipe Problem.
- Fixed cosmetic items with an ambient particle effect (i.e. Soldier's Stogie, Nine-Pipe Problem) erroneously reporting that they had the Genteel Smoke unusual effect.
July 7, 2016 Patch 1 (Meet Your Match Update)
- [Undocumented] Added Strange quality.
October 9, 2025 Patch (Scream Fortress XVII)
- Updated several strings with consistency fixes.
- [Undocumented] Updated the description.
Trivia
- This item is a reference to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. Specifically, it alludes to the phrase "three pipe problem" introduced in the short story The Red-Headed League, and refers to the amount of tobacco needed to ponder over and deduce the solution to a particular puzzle. Additionally, Holmes is sometimes depicted as smoking a calabash pipe, usually when outdoors.
Gallery
See also
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