A Plague Tale: Requiem
A Plague Tale: Requiem

Chapter 14 Puzzle Solutions

Solve Chapter 14's environmental puzzles in A Plague Tale: Requiem. Master stealth and resourcefulness to navigate rat swarms and utilize the moving light sour.

Chapter 14 Puzzle Solutions

Chapter 14, "Blood and Lies," continues to challenge players with environmental puzzles that require a combination of stealth, combat, and resourcefulness. These puzzles often involve navigating rat swarms, utilizing light sources, and manipulating the environment.

The Rat Swarm and the Moving Light Source

A common puzzle in this chapter involves a large rat swarm blocking a critical path. You'll need to create a safe passage by using a portable light source. This might involve:

  1. Finding the Portable Light: Locate a torch or brazier that Amicia can pick up and carry.
  2. Navigating the Swarm: Carefully move with the lit source, keeping the rats at bay. Be mindful of your stamina and the limited duration of the light.
  3. iting a Permanent Source: The goal is usually to reach an unlit brazier or torch that, once ited, will permanently repel the rats in that area. You might need to clear a path to this stationary light source first.

Sometimes, you might need to use your sling to shoot a flammable object (like a pot of oil) near the rats to create a temporary diversion or a larger area of light, allowing you to reach the portable source or the objective brazier.

The Locked Gate and the Mechanism

You may encounter a locked gate or a mechanism that requires a specific action to open. This often involves finding a key or activating a secondary mechanism:

  1. Locating the Key: The key might be held by a specific enemy, found in a nearby room, or hidden within the environment. Thoroughly search the immediate vicinity.
  2. Activating a Lever/Wheel: If there's no key, you might need to find and operate a lever or a wheel. This could be in a separate, sometimes guarded, area.
  3. Defending the Mechanism: Once activated, the mechanism might attract rats or enemies. Be prepared to defend the area or the person operating it until the gate fully opens.

Always be aware of your surroundings and potential threats when interacting with puzzle elements. Having alchemical ammo ready is crucial for these situations.

The Elevated Platform and the Rat Path

In some sections, you might need to reach an elevated area, but the path is blocked by rats. This often requires using Hugo's abilities:

  1. Hugo's Command: Amicia will need to command Hugo to use his powers. This might involve directing him to clear a path with his rat-controlling abilities or to create a temporary distraction.
  2. Creating a Safe Passage: Hugo's intervention will create a window of opportunity for Amicia to traverse the area. This might involve him sending rats to attack enemies or to clear a specific section of the swarm.
  3. Timing is Key: Pay close attention to Hugo's cues and the visual indicators of his abilities. You'll need to move quickly and decisively during the window he provides.

Remember to conserve your resources and use Hugo's powers strategically, as they have cooldowns or limitations.