Resident Evil 2 (1998)
Resident Evil 2 (1998)

Solve the Goddess Statue Puzzle

Solve the Goddess Statue puzzle in the RPD Main Hall as Leon in Resident Evil 2 (1998) by finding all three medals.

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Solve the Goddess Statue Puzzle

The Goddess Statue, a pivotal early-game objective, is prominently located in the Main Hall of the Raccoon City Police Department (RPD). To progress further into the station and eventually escape, you must insert three distinct medals – the Unicorn, Lion, and Eagle Medals – into its base. Doing so will activate a hidden mechanism, revealing a secret passage that leads to the Underground area, a crucial pathway to the next major section of the game.

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the Goddess Statue puzzle, detailing the location of each medal and the steps required to obtain them. While some specific puzzle solutions are covered in greater depth in their respective dedicated nodes, this guide aims to be a self-contained reference for successfully completing this critical objective.

Overview of the Goddess Statue Puzzle

The Goddess Statue requires three unique medals, each obtained by solving a separate puzzle within the RPD. These puzzles often involve finding specific items, navigating dangerous areas, and sometimes engaging in combat. Successfully acquiring and inserting all three medals is essential for unlocking the path forward.

  • Location: Main Hall, RPD 1F.
  • Objective: Insert the Unicorn Medal, Lion Medal, and Eagle Medal.
  • Reward: Opens a secret passage to the Underground area.

Medal Acquisition Guide

Below are the detailed steps for obtaining each of the three medals required for the Goddess Statue. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a smooth progression.

1. The Unicorn Medal

The Unicorn Medal is typically the first medal players encounter and is relatively straightforward to acquire. It is found in the Library's hidden room.

  • Location: Library (2F), accessed via the Main Hall stairs.
  • Prerequisites: None, though navigating the RPD to the Library requires surviving initial zombie encounters.
  • Steps:
    1. From the Main Hall, ascend the grand staircase to the 2nd Floor.
    2. Head through the door on the west side, leading to the Waiting Room.
    3. Continue through the Waiting Room and into the Library.
    4. In the Library, locate the movable bookshelves. You'll need to push the central bookshelf to reveal a hidden passage.
    5. Enter the newly revealed room. The Unicorn Statue will be directly in front of you.
    6. Interact with the Unicorn Statue to solve its puzzle. The puzzle involves rotating three rings to align the symbols. The correct combination is usually depicted on a nearby document or can be found through trial and error. For Leon's scenario, the solution is often Fish, Scorpion, Vase. For Claire's scenario, it might be Children, Scales, Snake. (Note: Specific solutions can vary slightly between scenarios and difficulty settings. Consult the "Unicorn Statue Puzzle Solution" node for precise details if you encounter difficulty.)
    7. Upon successful completion of the puzzle, the Unicorn Medal will be dispensed.
    8. Common Pitfalls: The Library can be a dangerous area with several zombies, especially on higher difficulties. Be prepared for combat or evasion. The movable bookshelf can be tricky to spot if you're not looking for it.
2. The Lion Medal

The Lion Medal requires accessing the RPD's West Office and solving a desk puzzle, which often involves finding a specific key.

  • Location: West Office (1F), accessed via the Main Hall.
  • Prerequisites: The Spade Key is required to unlock the door to the West Office. The Spade Key is typically found in the Watchman's Room (1F) after navigating the East Wing of the RPD.
  • Steps:
    1. Obtain the Spade Key. This key is usually found in the Watchman's Room on the 1st Floor, after traversing the East Wing of the RPD, which involves passing through the Operations Room and the Dark Room.
    2. Return to the Main Hall and use the Spade Key to unlock the door to the West Office on the 1st Floor.
    3. Inside the West Office, you'll find a desk with two locked drawers.
    4. To unlock these drawers, you need to find the specific combination. This combination is often found on a roll film developed in the Dark Room, or sometimes on a memo. The solution is usually the first three letters of the names of two RPD officers. For Leon, it's typically NED and MRG. For Claire, it might be ADM and ICN. (Note: Again, these can vary. Refer to the "West Office Desk Puzzle" node for exact combinations.)
    5. Input the correct combination into the left drawer to receive the Lion Emblem (Medal).
    6. Common Pitfalls: The West Office is often home to several zombies, including a Licker that can drop from the ceiling if you're not careful. Be prepared for a fight or use flash grenades to stun them. Forgetting to develop the film for the combination is a common mistake.
3. The Eagle Medal

The Eagle Medal is located in the S.T.A.R.S. Office, a significant location for both Leon and Claire's storylines.

  • Location: S.T.A.R.S. Office (2F), accessed via the Main Hall.
  • Prerequisites: The Spade Key is required to unlock the door leading to the S.T.A.R.S. Office corridor.
  • Steps:
    1. Ensure you have the Spade Key (the same one used for the West Office).
    2. From the Main Hall, ascend to the 2nd Floor.
    3. Use the Spade Key to unlock the door on the north side of the 2nd Floor, leading to the corridor that houses the S.T.A.R.S. Office.
    4. Proceed down the corridor and enter the S.T.A.R.S. Office.
    5. Inside the S.T.A.R.S. Office, locate the small office area to the right. On a desk, you will find a computer terminal.
    6. Interact with the computer terminal. You will need to input a password. The password is typically "GUEST" for Leon and "STAFF" for Claire, or it might be found on a memo within the office. (Note: Consult the "S.T.A.R.S. Office Computer Puzzle" node for precise password details.)
    7. Upon successfully entering the password, the computer will grant access to a small safe or compartment within the office.
    8. Open the safe/compartment to retrieve the Eagle Medal.
    9. Common Pitfalls: The corridor leading to the S.T.A.R.S. Office can be patrolled by zombies or even a Licker. The S.T.A.R.S. Office itself is usually safe once entered, but the journey there can be perilous.

Inserting the Medals and Unlocking the Passage

Once you have successfully acquired all three medals – the Unicorn, Lion, and Eagle Medals – return to the Main Hall.

  • Location: Main Hall, RPD 1F.
  • Steps:
    1. Approach the Goddess Statue located in the center of the Main Hall.
    2. Interact with the statue. You will be prompted to insert the medals.
    3. Insert the Unicorn Medal.
    4. Insert the Lion Medal.
    5. Insert the Eagle Medal.
    6. Upon inserting the third and final medal, a cinematic sequence will play. The Goddess Statue will rotate, and the floor beneath it will descend, revealing a secret passage leading down to the Underground area.
Solve the Goddess Statue Puzzle - Resident Evil 2 (1998) screenshot
The Goddess Statue in the Main Hall, awaiting the three medals.

What's Next?

The newly opened passage leads to the Underground area, a new and often more dangerous section of the RPD. Be prepared for new enemy types, environmental hazards, and further puzzles as you continue your escape from the nightmare of Raccoon City.