The Palia Ancient Battery quest serves as your gateway into the mysterious Temple of the Waves, featuring one of the game’s most cleverly designed riddles. I’ve completed this quest numerous times and discovered all the essential tips and shortcuts that’ll help you solve this ancient puzzle with confidence.
This is quite an easy and pretty much straightforward quest, unlike Proof of Magic and others. Continue reading this guide to solve the quest in the easiest possible way.
Understanding the Ancient Battery Quest
Jina has informed you that what you discovered was, in fact, an ancient Human battery! She’s requested you try it on the door behind the waterfall in Kilima. This Main Quest represents your first major temple exploration experience and introduces the broader mystery of ancient human civilisation.
The quest becomes available after you send an item off to Jina and receive the Ancient Battery via your mailbox with specific instructions to travel to Phoenix Falls.
Quest Starting Requirements
How to receive the quest:
- Complete previous storyline quests that involve Jina
- Check your mailbox for the Ancient Battery delivery
- Read Jina’s instructions about testing the battery on the door
What you’ll need:
- Watering can (any tier works perfectly)
- Water in your watering can (essential for the riddle solution)
Pro tip: Always keep your watering can filled before heading to any temple – you never know when you’ll need it!
How to Solve the Ancient Battery Quest in Palia
Entering the Temple Using an Ancient Battery
Jina will instruct you to place the Ancient Battery on the door located behind the waterfall. To achieve this, proceed to the Phoenix Falls area and cross the bridge, heading northward.
To reach the temple door, travel to Phoenix Falls in the northern area of Kilima Valley, then cross the main bridge and head towards the waterfall area. Look for the large golden door positioned behind the waterfall, and use your quest marker if you have trouble finding the exact location.
Approach the large brass door behind the waterfall, interact with the door to use the Ancient Battery, and watch the door mechanism activate as the battery powers the ancient technology.
Once you enter the temple, you will find a large brass bowl positioned in the centre of the room, an ancient riddle plaque explaining the challenge, and small pools of water around the temple area for refilling.
Solving the Ancient Battery Riddle
The riddle asks you to “supply that which grows life” to the central bowl mechanism.
The solution is quite simple; to “supply that which grows life,” you must equip your watering can and pour water into the basin until the meter fills, just like you would while watering your plants at home.
The answer is basically, Water! This is indeed the solution to the Phoenix Falls Waterfall Shrine riddle in Palia.
Now, players should fill up their watering can with water from the surrounding stairwell below. Use the watering can to fill the bowl in the middle of the room with water. Watch the filling meter progress until the bowl is completely full.
Watering cans can be filled from the small pools of water nearby. If you arrive without water, don’t worry – you can refill it in any shallow water source within the temple area.
Once the bowl is full, the riddle is solved. A short cut-scene activates, showing the temple’s response to your successful puzzle solution. The brass door will open, and Jina and Hekla will come rushing to see what happened inside. Talk to Jina about the mysterious chamber.
Follow-Up Quests
Completing the Ancient Battery quest unlocks additional temple-related storylines and exploration opportunities. The Temple of the Waves becomes a significant location for future adventures.
FAQs
What do I do if I don’t have a watering can?
You should have received a basic watering can early in the game. If you somehow don’t have one, craft a Makeshift Watering Can using basic materials.
Can I complete this quest without water?
No, water is essential for solving the riddle. However, you can always refill your watering can from the small pools inside the temple.
How long does this quest take?
Most players complete the Ancient Battery quest in 10-15 minutes once they understand the water bowl mechanics.
What happens if I can’t find the temple door?
Use your quest marker to navigate to Phoenix Falls, then look for the large golden door positioned directly behind the main waterfall.
Do I need any special skills for this quest?
No special skills are required beyond basic tool usage and the ability to operate a watering can.
The Palia Ancient Battery quest provides an excellent introduction to temple exploration while showcasing the clever riddle design and ancient mysteries that make Palia’s world so engaging to discover.
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