This guide contains all riddles and solutions for The Labyrinth on Burrow Hill, ordered chronologically to help you solve every puzzle without spoiling later sections. From the initial Sundial Gate to the cryptic poems of the Three Guardians and the final lock, we have the answer to every conundrum the labyrinth throws at you. Most puzzles test your observation of the world, so the solution is always closer than you think.
The Sundial Gate: Your First Major Hurdle
The first significant barrier in your path is the large, circular stone gate marked with a sundial. The gate is locked by three concentric rings of symbols, and the riddle is less a poem and more a simple instruction carved at the base: "Let the Hart, the Crow, and the Serpent show you the time of opening." This is your clue to search the immediate area for three standing stones.
Your task is to find these three stones and note the symbol each one highlights. The solution is to rotate the rings on the Sundial Gate to match the symbols indicated by their respective standing stones. The key is matching the correct stone to the correct ring.
- Outer Ring (The Hart): Find the Standing Stone of the Hart, located in a small clearing to the west. It points to the Leaf symbol.
- Middle Ring (The Crow): The Standing Stone of the Crow is perched on a ridge to the northeast. It indicates the Eye symbol.
- Inner Ring (The Serpent): The Standing Stone of the Serpent is partially hidden in the creek bed to the south. It shows the Wave symbol.
Set the rings to Leaf, Eye, and Wave, from outermost to innermost, and the gate will grind open, granting you access to the Whispering Wood.
The Three Guardians of the Whispering Wood
Deep within the woods, you'll find a clearing with three mossy statues: a hart, a serpent, and a crow. Each is a guardian and presents a riddle that must be solved by offering the correct item. You cannot proceed until all three have been satisfied. These items are scattered throughout the earlier areas of the game, so this section serves as a major progress check.
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The Riddle of the Stone Hart
The statue of the hart stands proud and regal. The inscription at its base reads:
"I am the king of this wood, though my crown was lost to time. I bow to no man, but I will bend my neck for my rightful glory. Adorn me, and I will clear your path."
Solution: The riddle calls for a crown. You must place the Oaken Crown on the statue’s head. This item is found much earlier, resting on a tomb in the Old Parish Crypt. With the crown placed, the hart's stone eyes will glow, and a set of vines will recede from a nearby path.
The Riddle of the Iron Serpent
The coiling iron serpent has a small bowl held in its mouth. Its riddle is etched along its metallic scales:
"I am the thirst of the earth, the taker of the stream. My throat is parched with rust and age. Quench me with the lifeblood of the hill, and I will reveal a hidden truth."
Solution: The serpent is thirsty. You must pour the Flask of River Water into the bowl. This flask can be filled at the spring that flows from the base of the Weeping Statue. Once you pour the water, it will drain away and a stone slab at the serpent's base will slide aside, revealing the Warden's Key.
The Riddle of the Bronze Crow
The final guardian is a bronze crow, wings outstretched, with one talon open as if to receive something. The riddle on its perch says:
"I am the watcher in the branches, the speaker of secrets. I trade my knowledge for that which glitters, for that which shines but is not the sun. A small price for a great discovery."
Solution: The crow desires something shiny. The correct item is the Gleaming Coin. This is easily missed; it's located in a magpie's nest high in the great oak near the entrance to the woods. You must use the Long Hook (found in the woodsman's shed) to retrieve it. Place the coin in the crow's talon, and it will emit a caw as a nearby hollow log opens up, allowing you to pass.
Cracking the Astrolabe in the Elder's Study
After navigating the Whispering Wood, you'll gain access to the long-abandoned Elder's Study at the heart of the labyrinth. The central puzzle here is a beautiful but complex brass astrolabe with three movable rings. The goal is to align the correct celestial symbols. The clues are contained within a cryptic poem in the Elder's Journal, found on the main desk:
"The Warden keeps his silent watch over the turning sky. The Moon, full and bright, illuminates the path below. At the balance of seasons, the great door shall be unlocked."
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This poem is the riddle. Each line corresponds to one of the astrolabe's rings. You must use clues from around the room to decipher the symbols.
- Outer Ring: The first line, "The Warden keeps his silent watch," refers to the Warden constellation. A large tapestry on the study's west wall depicts the constellations, with the Warden clearly labeled. Align the outer ring with this symbol.
- Middle Ring: The second line, "The Moon, full and bright," is a direct reference to the lunar cycle. A chart of moon phases is pinned above the fireplace. Align the middle ring with the Full Moon symbol.
- Inner Ring: The final line, "At the balance of seasons," points to the equinox. A small carving on the mantelpiece itself shows the symbol for the Equinox—a circle with a horizontal line through the middle. Align the inner ring with this symbol.
Once all three rings are correctly aligned, the astrolabe will click into place and a secret compartment in the desk will open, containing the Tearstone Locket.
The Weeping Statue's Sequence Puzzle
In a secluded grotto past the study, you'll find the Weeping Statue, a figure of a woman crying an endless stream of water into a basin. Around the basin are four runes. Pressing them in the wrong order does nothing, but the correct sequence will drain the basin and reveal a hidden passage. The riddle is carved into the base of the statue:
"My first tear mourns the root that anchors life. My second, the silent sky that sees all. My third, the dying sun that ends the day. My fourth, the sleepless eye that never closes."
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The solution is to press the runes in the order described by the poem. Each line corresponds to one of the symbols around the basin. The correct sequence is:
- Root: Press the Tree Rune.
- Sky: Press the Cloud Rune.
- Sun: Press the Sun Rune.
- Eye: Press the Eye Rune.
Upon pressing the final rune, the water will drain away, revealing a staircase leading down into the final section of the labyrinth.
The Final Labyrinth: The Sunstone Door
The very last obstacle is the Sunstone Door. It has four alcoves, each marked with a familiar symbol. A long poem is inscribed on the door, but the key stanzas relate to the items you've collected on your journey. The riddle is about placing the right major quest item into the right alcove to prove your worthiness.
| Alcove Symbol | Riddle Clue from the Door's Poem | Correct Item | Location Found |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hart | "Offer what the proud king of the wood once wore." | Oaken Crown | Old Parish Crypt |
| Serpent | "Offer what quenches the thirst of the earth itself." | Flask of River Water | Weeping Statue Spring |
| Crow | "Offer that which sees the stars and charts their course." | Warden's Key | Under the Iron Serpent |
| Sun | "Offer the tear of the watcher, born of stone and sorrow." | Tearstone Locket | Elder's Study Astrolabe |
Placing these four items in their corresponding alcoves will cause the symbols to light up. The great Sunstone Door will then recede into the floor, granting you access to the heart of the Labyrinth on Burrow Hill and completing your journey.
What if you get stuck?
With the exception of the final door, which requires items from all previous puzzles, every riddle in The Labyrinth on Burrow Hill is self-contained within its immediate environment. If you're stuck, the answer is always nearby. Look for a book, a carving, a tapestry, or an item in your inventory that directly references the words used in the riddle. The game rewards methodical exploration above all else.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I answer a riddle wrong? In most cases, you can simply try again. For the Guardian riddles, offering the wrong item results in a dull thud, and the item is returned to your inventory. For sequence puzzles like the Weeping Statue, a wrong input just resets the puzzle, allowing you to try again immediately. There are no permanent penalties for failure.
Where do I find the Long Hook for the Gleaming Coin? The Long Hook is in the dilapidated woodsman's shed, located between the Sundial Gate and the Whispering Wood. It's hanging on the back wall, easy to miss in the dim light.
Are there any timed puzzles in the game? No, The Labyrinth on Burrow Hill does not feature any timed riddles or sequences. You can take as much time as you need to explore, read the clues, and solve the puzzles at your own pace.