April 2024
Solve mildly challenging puzzles to unlock the mystery.
Lord Splendor, renowned for his extravagant masquerade balls, hosts the most eagerly awaited event of the year. Yet, what begins as a night of opulence takes a sinister turn when the esteemed host mysteriously vanishes amidst the grand gala. A fleeting moment of darkness shrouds the ballroom, and when the lights flicker back to life, Lord Splendor is inexplicably absent. Simon, a detective with a penchant for solving unusual cases, steps forward to seek the truth behind the disappearance. Will you join Simon on this thrilling quest to uncover the fate of Lord Splendor?
Part Three
This is Part Three of a three-part series. You may choose to first solve Part One and Part Two. Otherwise, you may just solve this puzzle.
Please note: The results from the previous two puzzles may have been shared within the puzzle below.
Clue:
Simon follows previously shared clues to unlock walls and hallways within the Splendor Manor. He steps into yet another hallway, marked by a series of doors lining both sides—three on each side. The doors to the left are painted a striking red, while those to the right are adorned in a vibrant green hue. Adjacent to each door stands a tall candelabra, casting flickering shadows across the corridor. A curious detail catches Simon's eye: each candelabra bears six candles of distinct colors—orange, red, dark blue, light blue, yellow, and white.
Amidst the quiet of the hallway, Simon's acute senses pick up on the sounds emanating from behind the doors. From the second green door, muffled voices drift into the air—an indication that the abductor has allies, engaged in hushed conversation. Meanwhile, behind the second red door, frantic knocking reverberates—a desperate plea from Lord Splendor, demanding to be freed from captivity.
At the end of the hallway stands a magnificent painting, depicting a breathtaking landscape bathed in the ethereal light of different times of day. Below the painting, a poignant poem is inscribed, its verses weaving a tapestry of colors:
In the spectrum of hues, a symphony unfolds,
Where the whispers of colors tell tales untold:
In the obsidian embrace of midnight's shroud,
Secrets whispered beneath the celestial crowd.
As dawn tiptoes in with hues of amber gold,
A symphony of awakening tales unfold.
A sight full of radiant jubilee,
A kaleidoscope painting for all to see.
A palette of azure grace,
The vastness of the sky for the eyes to trace.
Veiled whispers ascend on the wings so light,
The cloud's soft cover in daylight's respite.
Shades of crimson dance and weave weave,
A tapestry of farewell, as daylight takes its leave.
Simon walks back to the door concealing Lord Splendor and his attention is drawn to an inscription beside it:
Arrange hues right, the doors unveils bright,
With caution on your hand, lest shadows alight.
An incorrect decree, opens the door across from me,
Guided by uncertainty, a hopeful plea.
Can you assist Simon in deciphering the clues provided, aiding him in opening the door to Lord Splendor's confinement and orchestrating their escape? Time is of the essence, and a wrong move could alert the abductors.
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Hint
| Pay close attention to the subtle cues embedded within both the poem and the inscription. The poem hints at colors associated with different times of day, while the inscription urges precision in arranging these hues. Consider the colors mentioned in the poem and how they relate to specific times of day. Then, examine the array of candles next to the door and arrange them accordingly. |
Solution
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To unlock the door and free Lord Splendor, Simon must carefully decipher the clues woven within both the poem and the inscription.
Shifting his focus to the candelabra standing beside the door, Simon contemplates the array of differently colored candles. Following the poetic cues, Simon must meticulously arrange the candles in the specified sequence, corresponding to the hues hinted at in the verses:
With precision, Simon arranges the candles in this exact sequence: Dark blue Orange Yellow Light blue White Red Following this arrangement, Simon cautiously awaits the outcome. Suddenly, the door concealing Lord Splendor unlocks, granting access for them to flee before the abductors catch them. |
Check out Part One and Part Two to complete Hidden Hallways.
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