The Circle of Water is an important event for Chapter 3 of Gothic 1 Remake. You need to complete the test of Adanos by searching for the secret underwater temple where he gives his blessing to make you a Water Mage. In addition, there is a timing puzzle involving water in the temple. This guide will tell you how to reach Adanos’ Altar, solve the underwater puzzle, and complete the Initiation into the Circle of Water quest without any trouble.
Initiation Into The Circle of Water
In Chapter 3, it is now time for you to join the Circle of Water and become one of the Water Mages. In order to be able to start your initiation, you need to satisfy a couple of conditions:
- Be a Mercenary.
- Know about Alchemy.
- Be able to Scribe Scrolls.
All of these abilities you can get by asking some teachers at the headquarters of the Water Mages. Then you should talk to Saturas, and he will inform you that you are ready for Adanos’ test. He will give you the quest ‘Initiation into the Circle of Water’. First of all, you need to find Adanos’ Altar.
Where to Find Adanos’ Altar
The altar is at the place where the river and the sea intersect. Begin your search at the bridge, then move along the riverbank all the way to the ocean. After that, when you get to the wooden pier, enter the water and swim towards the stone wall to the left of the pier.
Swim along the shore until you get to the end of the Barrier, and you will see the ruins of an ancient temple carved out of the rocks- the Temple of Adanos. The entrance does not lead up, but into the water under the temple itself. Swim into it and through the underwater tunnel that leads to the chamber of the temple. The water flow here is clear and will lead you further in the tunnel. If you run out of air, there will be a small pocket of air ahead where you can take a breath.
How to Solve the Underwater Temple Puzzle
In the puzzle room, you will see two big water pipes. One of these pipes will have a broken chamber. This is why you cannot use it. The second pipe is in good condition, and you will have to use it. In order to do this, press the lever next to the pipe which is in good condition.
Now you will have to observe the chambers carefully while they get filled with water. Your objective will be to press the lever again as soon as the fourth chamber starts draining out. It might take you a couple of tries to make it right.
Once you do it, the water will start coming out of the second pipe after a small delay. You will have to wait for a few seconds to see this happen. When the water comes out of both pipes, the room will start emitting a blue light. It indicates that you have received Adanos’ Blessing. You can now go back to Saturas. He will welcome you to the Circle of Water, and you will receive the Water Mage Robe.
