Navigating the dark and treacherous streets of Krat in Lies of P requires more than just sharp blade skills and quick reflexes. Scattered throughout the ruined city are mysterious ringing payphones hosted by Arlecchino, the self-proclaimed King of Riddles, who tests your philosophy and wit. Answering these riddles correctly grants players access to valuable items that can significantly ease the journey through this challenging souls-like adventure.
Cracking the Phone Cryptograms
The first encounter with the phone riddles occurs in the Krat City Hall area, where players are asked about a monster made of human parts. Answering with Human unlocks the first crucial key needed for the hidden doors. Later locations like the Malum District and the Grand Exhibition Gallery will push your logic further with inquiries regarding candles and basic human morality.
As you progress further into the central station lobby, the queries shift toward the nature of puppets and their creators. Deciphering these riddles requires careful reading of the available options to avoid locking yourself out of rewards. Correct interactions ensure that you maintain steady progress through the overarching side quest line.
Unlocking the Trinity Sanctums
Each correct answer rewards Pinocchio with a Trinity Key, which opens ornate doors hidden within major levels. Inside these sanctums, players will find high-tier defensive gear, quartz for upgrading capabilities, and unique cosmetic outfits. Missing a question doesn't entirely ruin your playthrough, as the game eventually allows alternative methods to obtain the keys at a higher cost.
The final sanctum requires a special choice that directly ties into the game's ultimate narrative conclusions. Reaching this point demands that you answer the calls systematically across the chapters. Exploring these hidden chambers provides essential context regarding the downfall of Krat and the puppet rebellion.
Meeting the King of Riddles
The culmination of this long investigative quest line leads players to a face-to-face meeting with Arlecchino himself in the final area. Here, the final riddle is presented as a direct question about your own existence, asking whether you consider yourself a human or a puppet. This choice heavily influences your humanity status and shapes the ending path you receive.
Speaking with the real king yields the final set of legendary rewards, including powerful amulets that dramatically shift late-game combat strategies. Players should ensure they complete all preceding payphone interactions before entering the final linear sections of the narrative. Taking the time to solve every puzzle transforms the difficult mechanical journey into a deeply satisfying narrative triumph.
