The client list at the hotel dinner is a classic Conan red-herring buffet:
This story arc allows Ai Haibara to showcase her analytical mind, often acting as the only one who can keep up with Conan's deductions.
Detective Conan Episode 246 , titled " The Mystery in the Net (Part 1)
feels isolated and compares herself to a shark, while viewing Ran as a kind, radiant "dolphin". Ran's Speech:
Before diving into the story, it is important to address the numbering confusion. In the original Japanese broadcast, Episode 246 is Part 1 of ("Ami ni Kakatta Nazo"). However, in some international versions, such as the German dub, Episode 246 corresponds to Part 2 of "The Battle Game Trap" ("Batoru Gēmu no Wana Kōhen").
Conan, realizing that this is no accident, springs into action. The episode follows the investigation as Conan uses his deductive skills, while still hidden in his child's body, to piece together what happened. As detailed on the Detective Conan World wiki, the case is solved via Professor Agasa, whom Conan uses as a voice to present the brilliant and logical solution to the police. The episode concludes with the culprit's emotional confession and the case being closed, leaving the rest of their beach vacation to carry on as planned.
The original relied on an ISP’s server logs—accessible only via police warrant. Today, end-to-end encryption, ephemeral messaging (e.g., Signal, Telegram), and VPNs make digital footprints far harder to trace. An updated episode would have Conan analyzing metadata from cloud backups, synced device calendars, or even fitness tracker GPS data, turning the tech-savvy villain into a cyber-forensic puzzle.
, focuses on a beach-side murder case where a man is found drowned and tangled in a fishing net. Detective Conan Wiki | Fandom Episode 246: Plot Summary
The next morning, the horrific truth is revealed. The missing lifeguard's body is discovered tangled in a heavy fishnet near the shore. Inspector Yokomizo arrives to head the investigation, immediately identifying the four core members of the Detective Boys as "murder magnets".
The episode opens with a rare moment of peace. Ran, Sonoko, and Conan are enjoying a weekend at a beachside resort. Unlike the high-octane, city-based murder mysteries, this setting offers a quiet, coastal vibe. The trio is there to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy the ocean air.
