Voyage Hints

That didn't happen in my case; they're still standing there.

  • 1 of 5: If there are only one or two aliens on the scale, then that is to be expected.  By default, the scale is set to "3".
  • 2 of 5: Only the appearance of the third successive alien will "tip the scales", and open the door.
  • 3 of 5: However, if all three have appeared, and the door isn't opening, then that means that you have managed to a) grease the scale's setting buttons, and b) set it to something other than "3".
  • 4 of 5: Ardan cannot approach the scale if there is any alien standing on it.  He will have to resolve the problem from a distance.
  • 5 of 5: And the resolution -- or lack thereof -- will depend on what value (other than "3") you have set the scale to, prior to calling the aliens.