- Solve the Call of the Elder Gods hieroglyphics ritual puzzle in Chapter 3 by identifying each cultist's details.
- Gather clues from five distinct offices: Biologist, Psychiatrist, Dilettante, Archaeologist, and Astronomer.
- Correctly assign the Order, Name, Role, Code Name, and Hieroglyph to each of the five statues.
- The hieroglyphics are read from right to left, a crucial detail for ordering.
- Process the film found in the Psychiatrist's office in the Archaeologist's darkroom to reveal key statue associations.
Understanding the Hieroglyphics Puzzle
In Chapter 3 of Call of the Elder Gods, players take on the role of Harry, tasked with deciphering an intricate hieroglyphics puzzle to save Evangeline. This ritual involves five statues, each representing a member of the cult, and requires you to correctly assign their Order, Name, Role, Code Name, and Hieroglyph symbol. Success hinges on a thorough investigation of five unique offices, piecing together clues that reveal each member's identity and their corresponding ancient symbol.
Video Highlights:
- The full solution to the hieroglyphics puzzle is presented, covering all positions, names, roles, code names, and hieroglyphs.
- The video emphasizes that hieroglyphs are read from right to left, which is crucial for determining the correct order.
- Specific hieroglyphs for the Astronomer and Orion are highlighted, noting their similarity to their masks.
The puzzle is presented in a ritual room with five statues. Each statue has a slider system that needs to be filled with specific information. The main challenge is to correctly link each cultist to their unique attributes and the corresponding hieroglyph.
A key detail for solving the Call of the Elder Gods hieroglyphics puzzle is remembering that ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs are typically read from right to left. This influences the order in which you interpret certain clues and symbols.
Gathering Clues from the Cultists' Offices
To solve the hieroglyphics puzzle, you'll need to explore five different offices, each belonging to a member of Caleb's cult. Each room contains vital clues that reveal the cultist's identity, role, code name, and the hieroglyph they represent.
Biologist's Room (Patricia)
Locate the Photographic Processing instruction on the desk and a crumbled note from "Howard" in the trash bin. A doodle note indicates the Biologist's current order, and the diploma on the wall reveals her name: Patricia.
Psychiatrist's Room (Eugene)
Find an audio recording and a note on the table that hint at the ritual order. Open the box on the desk to find a note about "Felix's" camera and collect the film. A clinical note reveals the doctor's name: Eugene.
Dilettante's Room (Howard)
Examine the diagram photo of ritual statues near the entrance. On the desk, a body-building photograph suggests the Dilettante is the largest cultist, and a self-written note identifies Eridanus as the psychiatrist's code name. The stand-up calendar shows the current date.
Archaeologist's Room (Felix)
Discover a green book about hieroglyphs that explains reading direction. A note signed "Lynx" confirms Larry and Lynx are the same person, and the archaeologist's code name is Auriga. Pick up the camera, which belongs to Felix, revealing the archaeologist's real name.
Astronomer's Room (Larry)
A book on the desk details Egyptian seasons and their symbols. A note in the mail tray links Orion to the crocodile hieroglyph. Another note on the desk connects dates to the Egyptian seasons, confirming the Astronomer's hieroglyph is the falcon-looking statue.
Keep a detailed log of all findings for each cultist. This includes their mask/statue type, potential order in the ritual, real name, job role, code name, and hieroglyph symbol. This organized approach is crucial for solving the final puzzle.
Processing the Film and Identifying Masks
One of the critical steps in solving the Call of the Elder Gods hieroglyphics puzzle is processing the film found in the Psychiatrist's office. This will reveal visual clues about the cultists and their corresponding masks or statues.
Locate the Darkroom
Head to the back room of the Archaeologist's office. This is where you'll find the photo developing station.
Prepare the Film
Place the collected film in the device on the left side of the counter and pick up the photocard below it.
Chemical Process (Hieroglyphic Instructions)
Follow the chemical instructions found in the Biologist's office. The instructions use chemical structures, but you can deduce the correct order by matching the shapes to the trays:
Film Processing Steps:
- Step 1: HO - OH (Second tray)
- Step 2: O - OH (First tray)
- Step 3: 2Na (Third tray)
Analyze the Developed Photo
The developed photo will show several cult members wearing their masks. From this, you can deduce that Patricia (Biologist) is the cat-like statue, and Howard (Dilettante) is the crocodile statue. The Psychiatrist is not in the photo, meaning his statue is the one not shown.
If the developed photo is entirely black, it means you've made a mistake in the chemical processing order. You can discard the black paper in the nearby trash can and retry the process until you get a clear image.
Solving the Ritual Hieroglyphics Puzzle
With all the clues gathered and the film processed, you can now return to the ritual room and correctly assign the information to each statue. The goal is to match each cultist's identity and attributes with their respective hieroglyph.
Here is the complete solution for the Call of the Elder Gods hieroglyphics ritual puzzle:
| Order | Name | Role | Code Name | Hieroglyph | Statue Mask |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Howard | Dilettante | Orion | Crocodile | Crocodile |
| II | Patricia | Biologist | Corvus | Semi-Circle/Vase | Cat |
| III | Felix | Archaeologist | Auriga | Flag/Bird/Snake | Long Beak |
| IIII | Eugene | Psychiatrist | Eridanus | Bird/Feather/Cube | Dog/Fox |
| IIIII | Larry | Astronomer | Lynx | Falcon/Face/Hole | Falcon |
Crocodile (Order I)
- Name: Howard
- Role: Dilettante
- Code Name: Orion
- Hieroglyph: Crocodile symbol
Cat (Order II)
- Name: Patricia
- Role: Biologist
- Code Name: Corvus
- Hieroglyph: Semi-Circle/Vase symbol
Long Beak (Order III)
- Name: Felix
- Role: Archaeologist
- Code Name: Auriga
- Hieroglyph: Flag/Bird/Snake symbol
Dog/Fox (Order IIII)
- Name: Eugene
- Role: Psychiatrist
- Code Name: Eridanus
- Hieroglyph: Bird/Feather/Cube symbol
Falcon (Order IIIII)
- Name: Larry
- Role: Astronomer
- Code Name: Lynx
- Hieroglyph: Falcon/Face/Hole symbol
Double-check each entry before confirming. Incorrect assignments will prevent the ritual from progressing. Ensure all roles, names, code names, and hieroglyphs are precisely matched to their respective statues.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hieroglyphics
Q: What is the main goal of the Call of the Elder Gods hieroglyphics puzzle?
The main goal is to correctly assign the Order, Name, Role, Code Name, and Hieroglyph to each of the five cultist statues to activate a lift and progress in Chapter 3.
Q: How do I know the correct reading direction for the hieroglyphs?
A green book found in the Archaeologist's office explicitly states that hieroglyphs are read from right to left, which is crucial for interpreting the order and symbols.
Q: Where can I find the clues for each cultist?
Clues are scattered across five distinct offices: the Biologist's, Psychiatrist's, Dilettante's, Archaeologist's, and Astronomer's rooms. Each room holds specific pieces of information about its occupant.
Q: What should I do if my developed photo is black?
If the photo is black, it indicates an incorrect chemical processing sequence. You can discard the spoiled photo in the trash bin in the Archaeologist's darkroom and reattempt the process with the correct steps.