Castlevania II: Simon's Quest
Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

Retrieve Dracula's Heart

Learn how to retrieve Dracula's Heart in Castlevania II: Simon's Quest. Navigate Riddle Mansion near Aldora, facing Medusa Heads and Bone Pillars.

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The mansion near Aldora is the Riddle Mansion. It's located directly to the right of Aldora. This mansion introduces more complex platforming and stronger enemies.

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Retrieve Dracula's Heart
  • Inside Riddle Mansion: The mansion is filled with new enemy types, including Medusa Heads and Bone Pillars. The Medusa Heads can be particularly annoying with their erratic flight patterns.
  • Finding the Orb: Navigate through the mansion, paying attention to hidden passages. Some walls can be broken with your whip to reveal secrets or alternate routes. The Orb is usually found in a prominent chamber at the end.
  • Destroying the Orb: Equip your Oak Stake and use it on the Orb to reveal Dracula's Heart. Collect this vital body part.

With Dracula's Heart in your possession, you're halfway to gathering all of Dracula's remains. Your next objective will involve a bit more exploration and a special item to proceed.