Navigating the mysterious dungeons of Fort Joy in Divinity: Original Sin 2 presents players with numerous clever riddles and complex encounters. Among these obstacles, the Statue of Illusions inside the Dark Cavern stands out as a unique mental test requiring attention to detail. Solving this puzzle grants safe passage through the vault without triggering combat or getting stuck in illusionary traps.
Locating the Statue in the Dark Cavern
To reach the Statue of Illusions, players must venture into the hidden cave located along the coast of the Hollow Marshes. After entering the cavern, navigate past the tricks played by the trickster Trompdoy and cross the invisible pathways. You will eventually encounter a stone face embedded in the wall that demands answers before opening the doorway forward.
Interacting with the statue initiates a verbal dialogue puzzle based on sentence completions and acrostic riddles. Careful observation reveals that the answers directly relate to the character of Braccus Rex. Understanding the specific phrasing allows you to choose the correct dialogue options on your first attempt.
The Riddle Mechanics and Correct Answers
The first prompt asks you to complete a statement regarding the nature of the villainous king. The correct response requires selecting the option that completes the line with "very awful, rotten". This choice correctly aligns with the acrostic pattern established by the prompt's reference to Braccus.
For the second question, the statue asks about the definition or nature of a cur. You should select the option that describes it as "a hex, a misery, a blight, a curse". Providing these two correct answers satisfies the statue and unlocks the way deeper into the treasure room.
Alternative Methods and Alternative Approaches
While solving the riddle directly is the most elegant route, RPG enthusiasts appreciate having multiple options to overcome obstacles. Players can attempt to brute-force their way past barriers using physical attacks, though this risks unnecessary damage or missing out on clean narrative progression.
Taking the time to answer the statue properly provides smooth access to valuable loot and essential story items located in the chamber beyond. Completing the encounter without failing ensures your party conserves resources for the tougher battles awaiting further inside the cavern.
