The Hidden City in Shadow of the Tomb Raider is home to seven unique Monoliths. To uncover their secrets, you need the right language skills and some puzzle-solving ingenuity. Here’s how to locate and solve them all.
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Monoliths in the Hidden City – Overview Map
There are 7 Monoliths in the Hidden City – Paititi, Shadows of the Tomb Raider.
Monolith 1 – Fluent Mam
Location: The Salt Fields
Riddle:
“The youngest of four turns his back on his brothers, unable to speak as I lie in his mouth.”
Dig Site Location:
To solve this, head to the Salt Fields. Look for four large buildings with grand openings resembling mouths. The correct building is the one that faces away from the other three. The dig site is at its entrance.
Monolith 2
Location: Southeast of the Fishing District Base Camp
Riddle:
“The waters below protect me from the waters above.”
Dig Site Location:
Head to the base of the nearby waterfall, where it meets a pool of water. You’ll need to swim underwater to find the dig site and claim your reward.
Monolith 3
Location: The Top of the Rebel Village
Riddle:
“A lone sentry stands guard over me and his harvest.”
Dig Site Location:
Reach the fields located just below the Rebel Village. Look for a scarecrow standing alone. The dig site is right at its base.
Monolith 4 – Fluent Yucatec
Location: East of the Temple of Kukulkan Base Camp
Riddle:
“A once ferocious warrior, raised as a warning. I fell from his mouth and now lie beneath him.”
Dig Site Location:
From the Temple of Kukulkan Base Camp, move toward the island. At the edge of a nearby cliff, you will spot a head on a stick. Descend the stairs, and you’ll find the dig site beneath it.
Monolith 5 – Proficient Yucatec
Location: South of the Upper City Main Gate
Riddle:
“They stand back-to-back, two brothers in arms. I lie at the feet of the one who watches the shaded serpent.”
Dig Site Location:
Find the two statues within the area. Look for the one positioned to face the snake ornament near the gate. The dig site is located right at the base of this statue.
Monolith 6
Location: Southern Part of The Hidden City
Riddle:
“Canals bring water to the arid parts of the village, and they washed me away.”
Dig Site Location:
Follow the water canal to where it flows into a pool. The treasure is hidden at the bottom, near the end of the canal.
Monolith 7
Location: The Stage with a Public Speaker
Riddle:
“Seven golden birds perched, here and there. One escaped to the trees with his treasure. Dropped from his talons, I’m waiting for you.”
Dig Site Location:
Move towards the trees behind the “Lady in Red”. The dig site is directly near her position.
This complete guide ensures you’re ready to uncover all the Monolith secrets in The Hidden City of Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Use the riddles and locations above to track each hidden treasure and reward.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Release: September 14th, 2018
Developer: Eidos-Montréal and Crystal Dynamics
Publisher: Square Enix Europe
Official Website: tombraider.com
