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The Crystal Key Hints

How can I get the crystal?

  • 1 of 10: Where is this crystal?
  • 2 of 10: The crystal is held behind the sliding panel and then behind some glass.
  • 3 of 10: High-pitched sound has been known to shatter glass.
  • 4 of 10: Even frequencies from some music can work.
  • 5 of 10: Arkonians love music too.  They had several radio stations.
  • 6 of 10: In fact, someone dropped their portable radio.
  • 7 of 10: Near the entrance to the elevator on the other floor you'll find that radio.
  • 8 of 10: Point it toward the crystal and tune it by pressing the side button.
  • 9 of 10: At one point the glass will begin to crack.
  • 10 of 10: Keep it up until it shatters.  (This may take several tries.)