Wanted to make a full guide but thesis in the way so until I finish Syca, only the MQ Puzzles will be covered briefly xD Will refine it soon > - <
Main Quest Puzzle #1: 9 PILLARS
My personal favourite puzzle UwU (Definitely not cause it's the easiest) The rule is simple, talk to the pillar knobs until ALL of them are erect and spinning xD
Each R of the knob will triggle ALL surrounding knobs including itself. Hitting the middle knob will activate/deactivate ALL surrounding knobs.
Tip for beginners: It's alright to slap the pillars around mindlessly for a bit, but MAKE SURE u recognize when it's one or two moves away from clear > - <
Basic stuff: (1/2 steps away from clear)
With X meaning deactivated, O meaning activated.
X | X | X
X | X | X
X | X | X
One hit of centre Pillar will clear.
O | X | X
O | X | X
O | X | X
One hit of centre-right Pillar will clear.
O | X | X
O | X | X
O | O | O
One hit of top-right Pillar will clear.
Test: How would you solve this one in 2 moves? >:3
O | X | X
X | O | X
X | X | O
Answer: "One hit of top-right Pillar, then one hit of bottom-left Pillar will clear. o7"
Highlight above ^ for answer :3
Either way, this puzzle is fun so take ur time with it :3 (Unless there's someone u need to impress or you're the only person left on the party that hasnt finished MQ ; - ;)
Onto the next Puzzle xD
Main Quest Puzzle #2: 4 Squares and Stuffs
^Oh that's me umu! >w< I'm R!
This puzzle is pretty hard xD First try took a while but once u understand u understand :3
Minimum of TWO people are needed, with one labelled LEFT (L) and one labelled RIGHT (R).
Left one is pretty far west from the Quest NPC Sol Magia so make sure ur ally knows where it is :D
Puzzle split into 3 steps:
Step 1: R steps on the three platforms that form a triangle until ALL three light up on ALL three pillars on L's side :3
Step 2: L confirms that the three pillars are lit up, and now he informs the cubes pattern to R. In our run it was 4 3 0 2 (It's not ACTALLY numbers btw xD But weird consecutive digit things.)
Step 3: L triggers the switches and R will confirm which Number in the sequence is which, as well as how close to completing they are. Once all 4 patterns mirror one another. Mission Complete! >w<
Tip for beginners: This Puzzle has patterns which u have to learn as u go :p Since not every button press has the same result every run. Take ur time recognizing the patterns! >w<
Main Quest Puzzle #3: Solve the Cube
This puzzle is very straightforward :3 Change the four patterns on the four Cubes to the right pattern >w<
The only challenging part is finishing it under the time limit :p Ranged Characters shine here but my Valky has no probs >:D
Simple Instructions:
1) Slap a Cube (any cube) with your stick and make sure the pattern changes :D
2) Turn around and spam R on the pillar in the centre xD
3) Look to the Floating Hexahedron Cube thing on the front to verify if that cube has the correct pattern >w<
4) If the cube doesn't display any changes (light up/turn off) then you return to the cube and slap it again.
5) Once the Floating Giant Cube shows a light, it means u got it >w<
6) Continue with the other three cubes, one by one.
7) Once all 4 cubes are correct and all 4 lights on the Floating Giant Cube light up, you will unravel >w< (Oshiete Oshiete yo ; - ;)
[Sometimes a cube is already correct, so make sure to confirm which one it as you go :3]
Tip for beginners: Weapon out, basic attack, hand to eye coordination are vital >w< If u misalter a cube, hitting it 4 times will return you to the old conformation :D Also don't panic! xD
Main Quest Puzzle #4: Sequencing Spinny Knobs
^ This Puzzle is my 2nd Fav cause I'm really good at it >w< (It's not very fun though)
This is a two person puzzle :D One person in charge of Activating the Device, One person in charge of Deactivating the Spinny Knobs.
Plausible Procedure:
1) Find a good spot to observe all the knobs, and assign a number to each of them. (Lean against wall and 'Observe' is my method :D)
2) Friend activates the Device after you say 'R'.
3) You make a a number sequence based on the knobs > - < (Memorising this is a bit challenging, so I just type it in chat :3)
4) You run to the knobs and slap it with your stick according to the sequence which it activated. (Kinda like Simon Says xD)
5) Once all 8 knobs are deactivated, the lasers will retract and you beat the puzzle >:D
(Disclaimer: This puzzle is only necessary in the MainQuest. You can skip it during your run by using the Escape button, 'V'. If you cant clear the full distance, just use an iframe skill.)
Main Quest Puzzle #5: PORTALS!
^ Most fun puzzle in the MainQuestline >w< Understanding = Matter of time before you solve it.
How it works:
Your goal is to let the laser beam travel through ALL the portals before ending in the blue portal.
Start White > Colour #1 > Colour #2 > Colour #3 > Colour #4 > Colour #5 > Blue
What can you do:
You can talk to the centre Floaty Diamond to either spin the bottom row of portals, and command it to shoot the laser.
You can talk to each Bottom Floaty Portal to switch places with the Top Floaty Portal.
How do I know I'm correct:
Use your imagination to shoot a laser and try following its path >w< Make sure EVERY coloured portal got it's chance to pass through before it reaches the blue death portal.
Tip for beginners: Easiest Puzzle once you understand its mechanics. Take your time to make sure the portals line up :D It can get confusing looking from back to front and back again while aiming the laser correctly in your head.
That's all for the MainQuest Puzzles Guide >w< Will update Images and add more details soon!!
Thanks for reading! o((*^▽^*))o