Skip to content

Complete Guide to the Ainigmata Ostraka in Messenia – Assassin’s Creed Odyssey

If you’re looking to unravel the mysteries of Messenia in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, this guide is your go-to resource for solving the Ainigmata Ostraka riddles in the region. Messenia offers three intriguing riddles—Foggy MemoryProcession of Bones, and Tastes like Chicken—and each leads to unique treasures. Follow our step-by-step instructions to locate the riddles and uncover their hidden rewards.

Ainigmata Ostraka are riddles scattered across the world of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey. They require players to solve cryptic clues that lead to hidden treasures. These treasures often contain engravings, which allow you to customize your weapons and armor with special abilities. They’re a great way to enhance your gameplay while immersing yourself in the beautifully crafted world of Ancient Greece.

Messenia’s riddles are particularly rewarding, offering a mix of creativity and exploration. Here’s how to solve them.

“Foggy Memory”

Riddle Location

The Ainigmata Ostraka is located in the Palace of Aphareus. Look for it on top of one of the buildings. Use your parkour skills to climb up and interact with it to collect the riddle.

Map showing the location of the Palace of Aphareus with a marker highlighting the building where the Ainigmata Ostraka is located on top | camzillasmomcom
Screenshot of the Palace of Aphareus showing the top of one of the buildings where the Ainigmata Ostraka can be found with a hint to use parkour skills to reach it | camzillasmomcom

Riddle Text

“Workers are told if they extract any unusual items from the Mines of the Great Trench, they must report them. But if you pay them enough, they will ‘forget’ their loot on the far side of the lake, under a willow tree in Messene village.”

Treasure Location

The treasure lies in Messene Village. Head to the lake and look for a willow tree. The spot under the tree is where the workers “forgot” their loot. Interact here to claim your prize.

Map of Messene Village showing the location of the lake and the willow tree marked as the spot where the treasure is hidden beneath the tree | camzillasmomcom
Screenshot of Messene Village showing the lake with the willow tree where the treasure is hidden under the tree ready to be claimed | camzillasmomcom

“Procession of Bones”

Riddle Location

Find this Ainigmata Ostraka at the Temple of Apollo Korythos. It’s inside the burned structure, so look around carefully.

Map highlighting the location of the Temple of Apollo Korythos with a marker indicating the burned structure where the Ainigmata Ostraka can be found inside | camzillasmomcom
Screenshot of the burned structure at the Temple of Apollo Korythos showing the interior where the Ainigmata Ostraka is hidden and ready to be found | camzillasmomcom

Riddle Description

“They keep piling up in the city, so the dead are taken east toward the bridge that splits into three directions. Then north, to where a winding road leads to a small camp. They are to be dumped in a pit along with the other waste. You can find me down there, like cold feet poking out from under a blanket.”

Treasure Location

Travel to Keadas Cave, a small camp along a winding road to the north. Inside the cave, you’ll find a ladder leading down. Look for a body covered with a blanket—this is your treasure’s hiding spot. Interact here to complete the riddle.

Map showing the location of Keadas Cave with a marker indicating the winding road leading north to the cave and the location of the body covered with a blanket inside | camzillasmomcom
Screenshot of the interior of Keadas Cave showing the ladder leading down and the body covered with a blanket where the treasure is hidden ready to be interacted with | camzillasmomcom

“Tastes Like Chicken”

Riddle Location

The Ostraka is situated in Terror Gorge, specifically in the first area of the cave. Navigate inside and locate it to pick up the clue.

Map of Terror Gorge showing the location of the first area of the cave where the Ainigmata Ostraka can be found | camzillasmomcom
Screenshot of the first area inside Terror Gorge cave showing where the Ainigmata Ostraka is located ready to be picked up for the clue | camzillasmomcom

Riddle Description

“Chicken craving? I hear they keep a hidden coop at the temple north of Messene, overlooking the mine. You will find me there in a bag of feed.”

Treasure Location

The treasure awaits at the Temple of Zeus, north of Messene, overlooking the mine. Near the temple viewpoint, find the entrance to the area, which is blocked by an urn. Jump over the obstacle and search for a bag of seeds on the floor. This is where the treasure is hidden, so make sure to interact with it to earn your reward.

Map showing the location of the Temple of Zeus north of Messene with a marker highlighting the viewpoint and the entrance blocked by an urn where the treasure is located | camzillasmomcom
Screenshot of the Temple of Zeus showing the viewpoint and the blocked entrance with an urn where the bag of seeds is found on the floor marking the location of the hidden treasure | camzillasmomcom
  • Synchronization Points Are Key:
    Unlock fast travel points around Megaris early to reduce travel time between riddle and treasure locations.
  • Ikaros for the Win:
    Use Ikaros, your faithful eagle companion, to scout treasure spots more efficiently. He’s invaluable for pinpointing hidden locations.
  • Prepare for Combat:
    Some treasure areas may have hostile guards. Equip your best gear and be ready for a skirmish.

The Ainigmata Ostraka in Megaris—Happy Hour, Hound Docked, and Record Sunshine—offer thrilling challenges for any aspiring treasure hunter. From exploring a sacred wine altar to navigating hidden bays, these riddles add excitement and depth to your Assassin’s Creed Odyssey experience.

Follow this guide to easily locate each riddle and its respective treasures, ensuring your adventure through Ancient Greece remains fun and rewarding.


Copyright by Camzillasmom.

Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
Release: October 5th, 2018
Developer: Ubisoft Quebec
Publisher: Ubisoft
Official Website: https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/game/assassins-creed/odyssey