In Indiana Jones & The Great Circle, the “Child’s Play”Mystery stands out as one of the more intricate side quests. Completing it not only enhances your combat abilities significantly but also presents a unique challenge due to the somewhat ambiguous clues provided. This guide will help you navigate the complexities of this mystery to unlock its rewards.
Set in the Sukhothai region, the “Child’s Play”Mystery shares similarities with the “Timely Arrival”quest. However, unlike many other quests in this area, you can explore without the fear of encountering enemies. Familiarity with the Sukhothai map is advantageous, as the quest requires exploration across multiple locations, which might be disorienting for those unfamiliar with the terrain.
Initiating the Child’s Play Mystery
Locating a Message in a Bottle
To kick off the “Child’s Play”Mystery, venture to Sukhothai Village, the initial location you encounter upon arrival in the region. From the fast travel point, descend the stairs near an NPC who is fishing to find yourself by the water. Here, keep an eye out for a bottle floating nearby that will initiate your quest.
Upon collecting the bottle, Indiana will note that he lacks the means to open it. Fortunately, you don’t need any specialized tools; simply smash the bottle on the ground to retrieve the hidden message inside. It’s advisable to ensure it shatters against a hard surface for easier access to the note.
The first note you pull out reveals a drawing of a compass that points northeast, along with a message hinting at another clue positioned elsewhere.
Solving the Child’s Play Mystery
Deciphering Clue Directions
The initial recovery leads you into a series of hidden clues. Each message in the bottles gives directions to follow towards discovering the treasure left by the mystery’s creator. The First Bottle Message instructs you to “follow the banners to the northern shrine,”indicating there’s a hint near a tree by a hut.
Most clues can be found within the confines of Sukhothai Village, eliminating the need for excessive travel. Unlike quests such as “The Serpent’s Chest,”this one remains localized. Focus on the direction indicated by the First Bottle and begin your search by following the yellow banners throughout the Village.
Finding the Second Bottle Message
Your journey following the yellow banners will lead you to the vicinity left of the fast travel area in Sukhothai Village. Proceed down the stairs to discover groups of NPCs farming in the watery fields. Seek out the open hut nearby adorned with a yellow banner to advance in your quest.
Keep in mind that a great way to track the subsequent clues is by adhering to the compass bearings illustrated on each bottle message.
To the right of the hut, examine the branches of a prominent tree. Use Indiana’s whip to retrieve the second message from the trees’ limbs after securing it from the ground. Inspect it, and you’ll notice another compass indication, this time guiding you southeast.
Locating the Third Bottle Message
The Second Bottle Message clues you to “walk east and locate the tallest bridge,”suggesting a new clue is waiting in that direction. Ascend the stairs from where you found this message, take a sharp right, and follow the path back into the Village until you reach the large arched bridge, which you can swim beneath.
The third bottle containing the next message is perched on a large rock adjacent to where the bridge meets the Village. This makes it easily visible as you approach, so swim over, shatter the bottle, and gather the Third Bottle Message’s clue.
Discovering the Final Treasure
The Third Bottle Message features a compass that directs you south towards the final treasure. The accompanying instructions state: “Walk south to the village gate”and “Find the boulder where the King sits on his throne.”This likely refers to Phra Ruang, a notable historical figure known for defeating the Khmer Empire.
According to the clue, you must pass through the southern gate of Sukhothai Village, traversing under the bridges you previously swam beneath. Upon reaching this new area, scan the surroundings until you locate a shirtless NPC on a small island in the water, near the Village’s boundary. Close to three trees here, you’ll find a large rock sheltering a wooden crate that contains your treasure.
Rewards for Completing the Mystery
Unlocking Combat Abilities
Successfully completing this Mystery yields several valuable rewards, including:
- Phra Ruang Statue (250 Adventure Points)
- Jumbo Shove (Adventure Book)
The Phra Ruang Statue grants you Adventure Points, a form of currency to use for enhancing your skills as you move forward in your journey. Although this Mystery offers fewer Adventure Points than some others, the prominent reward is the Jumbo Shove book. This book introduces the ability to shove heavier opponents, thus adding a crucial strategy against powerful adversaries.
Shoving is one of Indiana’s key combat tactics, allowing for tactical retreats or pushing enemies off ledges. Acquiring the ability to do this against heavyweight opponents—considered some of the game’s most formidable foes—is a significant asset. Note that unlocking the Jumbo Shove skill will require 700 Adventure Points after obtaining the book.
Your Mystery concludes when you collect the Statue, confirming Indiana’s suspicions about the historical ties of the final clue. Players who decode the “Child’s Play”Mystery in Indiana Jones & The Great Circle will enhance their combat abilities, better preparing them to face challenging foes in Sukhothai and beyond, including the menacing factions at Voss’ Camp.
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