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The Crystal Key Hints

How do I know what order?

  • 1 of 5: Have you found any written documents?
  • 2 of 5: Specific instructions can be found on a scroll.
  • 3 of 5: It would be a good idea to review the scroll completely, since it contains a map of this building too.
  • 4 of 5: Jot down the 4 symbols from the scroll and use this to guide you when placing the books on the shelf.
  • 5 of 5: Beginning with the symbol written at the top and ending with the one at the bottom, put each book on the shelf.