Navigating the grim and atmospheric streets of Krat requires more than just mastering complex mechanical combat and weapon combinations. Throughout your journey in Lies of P, you will encounter ringing telephone booths hosted by the enigmatic Arlecchino, the King of Riddles. Solving these cerebral puzzles grants access to rare Trinity Keys, which unlock hidden rooms packed with high-tier gear and essential defensive upgrades.
Understanding the Arlecchino Phone System
The cryptic phone booths are scattered across major areas of Krat, often identifiable by their distinct ringing sound when you draw near. Interacting with the phone begins a dialogue with Arlecchino, who presents an intricate word puzzle with a strict choice of responses. Answering correctly rewards you with a valuable key, while a wrong answer might require alternative methods or items to salvage the puzzle progress.
Answering the Initial Riddles in Krat
The first riddle can be found near the Krat City Hall Courtyard and focuses on the concept of human shelter. Selecting the answer relating to a house or home will successfully unlock your first major reward. The second riddle encounters take place near the Malum District, challenging players to identify a candle as the light that burns down over time to reveal its secret.
Cracking the Late Game Cryptic Puzzles
As you progress into deeper areas like the Grand Exhibition and the Estella Opera House, the brainteasers become significantly more abstract. One notable riddle asks players to identify an egg before it transforms into a bird, highlighting the theme of biological evolution. Another advanced puzzle requires players to understand the physical duality of a mirror, which shows everyone else but remains completely blind to its own form.
Unlocking Trinity Sanctums and Secret Rooms
Once you secure a Trinity Key, you must locate the corresponding hidden doors marked with large glowing triangles to claim your gear. These secure sanctuaries contain unique costumes, valuable quartz for your P-Organ upgrades, and essential amulets that boost your tactical statistics. Locating the final room also grants a unique opportunity to speak with the King of Riddles face-to-face, providing deep narrative context to the tragic history of Krat.
