Deciphering how to escape Xanthe’s trap in The Blood of Dawnwalker proved to be a more intricate challenge than I initially anticipated. This particular event unfolds during your siege of Griefberg Castle, contingent upon the choice to not spare Xanthe or to eliminate her before embarking on the final sequence. While this guide will inevitably contain some spoilers, it aims to illuminate the path to freedom from the trap she cunningly sets from beyond the grave.
How to escape Xanthe’s trap in The Blood of Dawnwalker
The essence of navigating Xanthe’s maze lies in the banners adorning the doors throughout the castle. Specifically, you should proceed through the doors that display the banner depicted above—a triangular shape pointing downward, embellished with a tentacled eye. An earlier note within the castle hints that the only route into the dungeon is to heed the banners.
If you find yourself ensnared in the trap, your first task is to confront the enemies in the main chamber. After vanquishing them, head through the door directly ahead and to your left. Here, you will need to pull back the bookcase to uncover a hidden hole, which you should then descend into. Once you’ve navigated this passage, return to the main room, engage any remaining foes, and seek out the door adorned with the aforementioned banner. Drop down once more into the depths.
This sequence is to be repeated: enter the main room, eliminate the enemies, locate the banner, and drop through the corresponding door. By adhering to this method, you will successfully extricate yourself from Xanthe’s trap and continue your journey through Griefberg Castle. Should you encounter difficulties, remember to consistently choose the door marked by the triangular, downward-pointing, tentacled-eye banner, and persist until you find your way out.
