Treasure Hunt Database (THDB)
Treasure Hunt Database (THDB)
One Clue Short of a Treasure is a YouTube channel rooted in Jon Collins Black's book There's Treasure Inside and the real world treasure hunt that started it all. We break down clues, analyze maps and puzzles, explore possible locations, share boots on the ground searches, and sit down with voices from across the treasure hunting community.
As the channel has grown, so has the adventure. Alongside There's Treasure Inside, we now explore other modern and classic treasure hunts including Beyond the Maps Edge, Trezor Quest, and more as they unfold. Whether you are deep into a specific hunt or simply fascinated by the mystery, creativity, and mindset behind treasure hunting, this channel is a place to learn, explore, and enjoy the journey together.
Hopeful and unsure,
Unraveling nonsense trails,
No map. Treasure? Meh.
Sometimes we just love the puzzle design, illustrations, or story in a hunt, whether we participated in it or not. Here are my ranked favorites.
A listing of all the hunts I've work on with optional additional notes.
| Released | Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9999 | Agents vs. Aliens | ||
| 2026-05-01 | X Marks NJ Treasure Hunt | ||
| 2026-03-28 | LayerV Seekers Bounty Treasure Hunt (Seekers Summit) | ||
| 2025-11-26 | Room52: A Treasure Hunt | ||
| 2025-09-15 | Trezor Quest | ||
| 2025-08-27 | Veil Hunt 4: Project Lira | ||
| 2025-05-02 | Veil Hunt 2 | ||
| 2025-03-27 | Beyond the Map’s Edge | ||
| 2024-11-12 | There’s Treasure Inside | ||
| 2024-11-05 | Lady Liberty’s Treasure Hunt | ||
| 2024-11-05 | Riley’s Treasure Chase |