- Call of the Elder Gods Chapter 5 involves critical communication and navigation puzzles.
- The Creature Communication Machine requires setting dials to A3, B1, C4, and D3.
- The Observatory puzzle needs Earth and the second era, then a constellation symbol.
- The Central Map combines the constellation with the fifth era.
- The Spaceship Console code is 89345 using ancient number symbols.
Welcome, investigator, to a comprehensive guide for Call of the Elder Gods Chapter 5: Prisoners of Ice. This chapter plunges you into a chilling, ancient realm filled with complex machinery and cryptic clues. Your journey will demand keen observation, logical deduction, and a steady hand as you interact with an otherworldly creature, decipher cosmic coordinates, and prepare for a mind-bending journey. This walkthrough will ensure you navigate every puzzle and overcome every obstacle, leading you closer to understanding the elder gods' mysteries.
Creature Communication Machine Puzzle
Chapter 5 begins in an icy chamber, where you'll encounter a strange machine designed for communication. Your primary objective here is to establish contact with the creature by correctly configuring the machine's dials. This puzzle involves testing various letter-number pairings to identify matching brainwave patterns.
Before interacting with the machine, take a moment to examine all consoles, documents, and the chair in the icy chamber. These details often provide subtle hints or context crucial for solving the puzzle.
Video Highlights:
- Identifying the communication machine.
- Demonstrating the trial-and-error process for letter-number pairings.
- Showing the final dial settings for successful communication.
Initial Setup
Examine the consoles, documents, and the chair in the icy chamber. Pull the switch to ensure Evangeline is seated in the chair, ready to interface with the machine.
Test Letter-Number Pairings
On the communication machine, systematically test different letter-number cable combinations. Observe the screen for matching brainwave patterns.
Identify Unique Brainwaves
For each letter group (A, B, C, D), identify one unique brainwave pattern that stands out or resonates.
Set the Dials
Based on your observations, set the four dials to the following combinations: A3, B1, C4, and D3.
Activate Communication
Turn the machine on and press the red button to initiate communication with the creature.
Observatory, Central Map, and Spaceship Console
After successfully communicating with the creature, you'll delve into a dreamlike ancient area, leading to the Observatory, Central Map, and eventually, a Spaceship Console. These interconnected puzzles require you to identify the correct time and place to travel.
Norah's journal is indispensable in this section. It contains crucial clues for solar system symbols, era representations, constellation notes, and the unique number system used by the ancient civilization. Keep it open and consult it frequently.
| Location | Objective | Key Clues / Action | Solution / Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Observatory | Identify correct planet and era. | Solar system clue in journal, wavy lines for eras. | Select Earth and the second era (two wavy lines). |
| Observatory | Read constellation symbol. | Symbol appears on the ceiling after setting planet/era. | Note the constellation symbol. |
| Central Map | Enter destination. | Constellation symbol from Observatory, present-day fifth era. | Enter constellation symbol and fifth-era number. |
| Central Map | Activate travel. | Green button on the console. | Press the green button. |
| Spaceship | Input travel sequence. | Ancient number system symbols. | Input 89345 using the game's number symbols. |
Explore the Ancient Area
Explore the dreamlike ancient area. Inspect murals, follow yellow light paths, check the telescope, and collect any Great Library notes. These will provide context and subtle hints.
Configure the Observatory
At the Observatory, refer to your journal for the solar system clue. Select the Earth symbol and then set the era to 2, which is represented by two wavy lines.
Read the Constellation
Once the Observatory is correctly configured, a constellation symbol will appear on the ceiling. Make sure to read and remember this symbol, as it's vital for the next puzzle.
Interact with the Central Map
Proceed to the Central Map. Enter the constellation symbol you noted from the Observatory. Then, set the destination to the present-day fifth era.
Activate Central Map
Press the green button on the Central Map console to confirm your destination.
Power the Spaceship Console
Power up the spaceship console. You will need to input a specific number sequence using the game's unique number system symbols.
Input Spaceship Code
Translate the number 89345 into the game's line-and-dot number symbols and input it into the console. Then, press the green 'C' button to confirm.
Mind-Swapping Device and Return
The culmination of Chapter 5 involves using a mind-swapping machine and returning to your original body. This sequence concludes the chapter and sets the stage for the final events.
Completing Chapter 5 will unlock the "This Timeline's Getting Pretty Confusing..." achievement. Additionally, successfully using the mind-swapping device and returning to the correct body grants the "Imposter Syndrome" achievement.
| Action | Detail | Outcome | Achievement (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Use Mind-Swapping Machine | Interact with the device after solving the previous puzzles. | Initiates the mind-swap sequence. | "Imposter Syndrome" |
| Return to Starting Room | Navigate back to the room where Chapter 5 began (icy chamber). | Prepares for final interaction. | |
| Interact with the Chair | Sit in the chair where Evangeline was previously positioned. | Completes the chapter and body reintegration. | "This Timeline's Getting Pretty Confusing..." |
| Find Secret Object | In the dreamlike tall-hallway building, enter the room on the left before the yellow beam and use the small ramp in the far-right corner. | Unlocks "The Roman Quaestor" achievement. | "The Roman Quaestor" |
| Catch someone goofing off at work | Near the end of Chapter 5, leave the lab room through the left door, turn left into the nearby office, and turn on the far-right PC monitor. | Unlocks "Leave Him the F*ck Alone!" achievement. | "Leave Him the F*ck Alone!" |
Chapter 5 Completion Checklist:
- Successfully communicate with the creature.
- Correctly configure the Observatory and Central Map.
- Input the correct code into the Spaceship Console.
- Use the mind-swapping machine.
- Return to the starting room and interact with the chair.
- Locate the secret object for 'The Roman Quaestor' achievement.
- Trigger the 'Leave Him the F*ck Alone!' achievement.
Key Puzzle Solutions for Chapter 5
Chapter 5 features two main puzzles that can halt your progress if not solved correctly: the Creature Communication Machine and the sequence involving the Observatory, Central Map, and Spaceship Console. Here are the quick answers to keep you moving forward.
Creature Communication Machine
- Quick Answer: Set the dials to A3, B1, C4, and D3.
- Details: Test letter-number cable combinations to find matching brainwave patterns for each letter group (A, B, C, D). Use one unique brainwave from each group to finalize the settings.
Observatory, Central Map, and Spaceship
- Quick Answer: Observatory: Earth + Era 2. Central Map: Constellation symbol + Era 5. Spaceship Console: 89345.
- Details: Select Earth and the second era (two wavy lines) at the Observatory, then read the constellation. Enter the constellation and the fifth era at the Central Map. Finally, input 89345 using the game's number symbols into the spaceship console.
Always cross-reference your findings with Norah's journal. The journal serves as your primary tool for piecing together complex solutions in Call of the Elder Gods Chapter 5.
Call of the Elder Gods Chapter 5 FAQs
Q: What is the main objective of Call of the Elder Gods Chapter 5?
The main objective is to communicate with an otherworldly creature, identify the correct time and place for travel through ancient areas, and ultimately return to your correct body using a mind-swapping device.
Q: How do I solve the Creature Communication Machine puzzle?
You need to test letter-number cable combinations until matching brainwave patterns appear, then set the four dials to A3, B1, C4, and D3. This establishes communication with the creature.
Q: What is the code for the Spaceship Console in Chapter 5?
The code for the Spaceship Console is 89345. You must translate this into the game's unique line-and-dot number symbols before inputting it.
Q: Are there any missable achievements in Call of the Elder Gods Chapter 5?
While story-related achievements like 'This Timeline's Getting Pretty Confusing...' and 'Imposter Syndrome' are unmissable, specific achievements like 'The Roman Quaestor' (secret object) and 'Leave Him the F*ck Alone!' (interacting with a PC monitor) require specific actions to unlock. Consult the achievement section for details.