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How to solve the "Unravel the secret of the ancient ruins" quest in Crimson Desert located in the Meandering Hills of the Hernandian Territory.
If you are stuck on the Reunion quest (Act 2: Unexpected Gift) and cannot unravel the secret of the ancient ruins, this guide shows you the SUPER EASY way to solve the Three-Wheel puzzle mechanic. Don't waste time using your lantern or Focus skills; this puzzle is a test of order.
*How to Solve the Meandering Hills Ruins Puzzle*
To complete this ancient ruins puzzle, you must use the Force Palm skill on the three circular stone wheels.
- PC Keybind: Middle Mouse Button (MMB).
- Console Keybind: Right Stick (R3).
*The Correct Puzzle Sequence:*
- Middle Circle: Strike this first to start the energy line.
- Right Circle: Strike this second to lock the right side.
- Left Circle: Strike this last to complete the blue line.
If the wheels are stuck: If you hit them in the wrong order and they won't move, simply walk away from the area or return to the city to reset the wheels. Once you return, the blue line will glow brightly when you use the correct Middle ➔ Right ➔ Left order.
*Rewards*
Solving the ancient reunion puzzle unlocks several high-value rewards:
- Abyss Artifact: Collect this to unlock new powerful skills.
- Fast Travel Point: Unlocks a permanent travel spot in the Meandering Hills.
- Abyss Cresset: Interact with the cresset (a stone lamp stand) inside to finish the quest.
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How to solve the "Unravel the secret of the ancient ruins" quest in Crimson Desert located in the Meandering Hills of the Hernandian Territory.
If you are stuck on the Reunion quest (Act 2: Unexpected Gift) and cannot unravel the secret of the ancient ruins, this guide shows you the SUPER EASY way to solve the Three-Wheel puzzle mechanic. Don't waste time using your lantern or Focus skills; this puzzle is a test of order.
*How to Solve the Meandering Hills Ruins Puzzle*
To complete this ancient ruins puzzle, you must use the Force Palm skill on the three circular stone wheels.
- PC Keybind: Middle Mouse Button (MMB).
- Console Keybind: Right Stick (R3).
*The Correct Puzzle Sequence:*
- Middle Circle: Strike this first to start the energy line.
- Right Circle: Strike this second to lock the right side.
- Left Circle: Strike this last to complete the blue line.
If the wheels are stuck: If you hit them in the wrong order and they won't move, simply walk away from the area or return to the city to reset the wheels. Once you return, the blue line will glow brightly when you use the correct Middle ➔ Right ➔ Left order.
*Rewards*
Solving the ancient reunion puzzle unlocks several high-value rewards:
- Abyss Artifact: Collect this to unlock new powerful skills.
- Fast Travel Point: Unlocks a permanent travel spot in the Meandering Hills.
- Abyss Cresset: Interact with the cresset (a stone lamp stand) inside to finish the quest.
If this guide helped you unravel the secrets of the ancient ruins, make sure to like the video and subscribe for more Crimson Desert roadmap guides!
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![Crimson Desert: Smoking Lands Ruins Puzzle Solution (How to Fill the Fountain)
Solve the Smoking Lands Ruins puzzle in Crimson Desert with this straightforward guide. You will learn the exact location north of Demeniss, how to clear obstacles using Blinding Flash, and the correct way to rotate the water columns to unlock your Abyss Artifact and a new fast travel point.
*Mini-Guide: Smoking Lands Ruins Puzzle*
*Location*
- Region: Demeniss.
- Point of Interest: Smoking Lands.
- Navigation: Look at your map and find the N in the word Demeniss. Go straight north from that letter toward the Hexe Sanctuary.
- Landmark: You will find a mysterious energy question mark at the ruins site.
*How to Solve the Smoking Lands Ruins Puzzle*
- Step 1: Clear the Vines: Use the Blinding Flash ability (PC: CTRL + LEFT Click | Xbox: LB + RB | PS5: L1 + R1) to burn down the vines surrounding the area. Ensure you clear all of them to access the mechanics.
- Step 2: Align the Columns: Locate the three water columns around the fountain.
- Step 3: Rotate the Waterfalls: Use your Stab ability ([Shift + Left Click] (PC) | [RB + Y] (Xbox) | [R1 + Triangle] (PS)) on each column to rotate them. Turn all three waterfalls so they point toward the inside of the fountain.
- Step 4: The Fill: Once all three are aligned, wait a few seconds for the fountain to fill completely. The puzzle will finish once the water level reaches the top.
*Rewards*
- Abyss Artifact: Interact with the Abyss Cresset pedestal to collect your artifact.
- Fast Travel: Completing this puzzle automatically unlocks a new fast-traveling point in the Smoking Lands.
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Crimson Desert Smoking Lands Timestamps
00:00 - Smoking Lands Ruins Location (North of Demeniss)
00:16 - Clearing Vines (Blinding Flash)
00:26 - How to Rotate Water Columns (Stab Ability)
00:43 - Filling the Fountain
00:49 - Abyss Artifact Reward & Fast Travel Unlock
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