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Once Senua survives the storm at the beginning ofHellblade 2, her first challenge is to explore a village destroyed by the cannibalistic Draugr. If you’ve played the original game, you’ll recognize the puzzle that blocks the way; you need to find hidden runes throughout the ruins to unlock the path forward.
Finding the runes requires standing in precise locations so that scenery elements line up when you Focus on them. The pieces are fairly easy to spot, since they’re bright red and glow with glyphs when Senua is nearby; it’s finding the right vantage point that can be tricky.
How To Enter The Draugr Village
At the beginning of Chapter Two, Senua and her captive Thorgestr will approach the destroyed village by its main entrance. Thorgestr warns against going in the front, so you’ll need tofollow the boardwalk to the rightand loop around to a hidden entrance at the side of the barricade.
Don’t forget to visit the Lorestangir on the hill to the right before approaching the village.
When you reach the boarded-up hole in the wall,interact with itto enter the ruins, leaving Thorgestr tied up outside. When you reach the village square, Zynbel’s ghost will block the way, starting the puzzle.
How To Find The Center Rune In The Draugr Village
Once the path is blocked,turn around and head back the way you came.Look to your right for a crucified body similar to the one blocking your way; it will bebright redand you’ll see the rune in the air as you approach. Use Focus and position the camera so that the rune perfectly aligns with the crucifix.
How To Find The Left Rune In The Draugr Village
Return to the shadow barrier andgo left, walking around the large house to an entrance at the back. Inside,climb the ladder to your right.This leads to a storage platform outside. From there,use Focusto line up the bloody red planks, forming the second rune.
How To Find The Right Rune In The Draugr Village
Hop down from the platform and look for abloody pole across the street. Nearby is a house on a small hill;go through the houseand out the back door. Follow the path up and over a ledge. Just before you can drop back down to the main area, you’ll be able toFocus on the bloody poleand see the final rune overlaid on it.
