Exploring the ancient ruins during the Magic Lamp quest in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt brings players face-to-face with one of Velen's most iconic puzzles. Navigating these dark underground corridors alongside Keira Metz eventually leads to a sealed doorway guarded by four mysterious statues. Deciphering the cryptic riddle inscribed upon the door is essential for lighting the braziers in the correct sequence and claiming the ancient treasure within.
Understanding the Statue Inscription
The riddle etched onto the stone door provides specific clues regarding the order in which each statue must be illuminated. Four statue figures stand before the doorway, each holding or standing beside distinct items like a harp or a hound. Carefully reading the translated poem reveals details about who marched first, who played music, and who stayed beside their faithful companion.
Failing to light the braziers in the exact sequence triggers a wave of hostile wraiths that players must defeat before trying again. While fighting these specters provides extra experience points, solving the riddle correctly on your first attempt saves time and resources. Taking a moment to analyze the layout of the statues helps prevent unnecessary combat encounters.
The Step-by-Step Lighting Sequence
To open the sealed passage, approach the statues from left to right while numbering them from one to four. Begin by lighting the third statue from the left, which depicts the figure holding a harp. Next, interact with the second statue from the left, which sits directly adjacent to the harpist.
After the second brazier is lit, walk over to the fourth statue located on the far right end. Finally, ignite the flame at the first statue on the far left side to complete the combination. Once all four braziers glow with fire, the stone door will slide open automatically without spawning any wraiths.
Exploring the Hidden Chamber Rewards
Passing through the unsealed door leads Geralt and Keira directly into an ancient burial chamber containing valuable loot. Inspecting the central altar reveals important quest items alongside rare crafting materials and alchemy ingredients. Players should also use Geralt's Witcher Senses to locate hidden chests scattered around the edges of the room.
Among the treasures inside, you can discover a places of power ability point nearby and crafting diagrams for valuable gear. Taking time to thoroughly search every corner ensures you do not leave behind any powerful upgrades or coins. Returning to the main cavern afterwards allows you to conclude Keira's errand smoothly.
Tips for Avoiding Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake during this puzzle is misinterpreting the physical orientation of the four statues relative to the door. Always face the closed doorway directly so that your left and right perspectives match the standard solution order. If you accidentally light the wrong statue, simply defeat the summoned wraiths and start the sequence over from the beginning.
Keeping Quen active during interactions protects Geralt in case a mistake triggers ambient damage or immediate attacks. Utilizing Igni is not necessary, as pressing the interact prompt on each brazier lights the flame directly. Following this structured approach guarantees a quick resolution so you can continue exploring the vast world of Velen.
