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Riddle of the Sphinx Hints
I can't open any of the pillar doors.
1 of 6: Of course not; they're tied shut!
2 of 6: You'll need to find some way to release the ropes holding the doors shut.
3 of 6: This is not the time for delicacy; use brute force.
4 of 6: You'll have to cut the ropes with something.
5 of 6: Use the Golden Dagger to cut all six ropes.