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The Orthant's Puzzle in Genshin Impact is part of the "Search in the Algae Sea" quest from the In the Wake of Narcissus quest chain during Version 4.2. Here's a guide on how to solve these puzzles:

General Approach:

Each Orthant puzzle involves redirecting energy (often water flow) to a central machine. Here's how you can tackle them:

Orthant of Memory (Muse's Mother)

1.Start: From the Statue of Seven in Morte Region, head to the stairs beneath a Hydroculus.

2.Riddle: Answer the riddle slate to proceed.

Energy Flow:

3.Northwest room: Release energy from the Energy Flow mechanism.

4.Southeast of the central machine: Use Xenochromatic Ball Octopus's power to activate mechanisms.

5.Northeast: Hit the crystal to align the Spherical Beam with the Eliphas Beam, unlocking a lift.

6.Completion: After redirecting the energy, interact with the central machine to solve the puzzle.

Orthant of Wishes (Meteoric Lance)

Access:

1.Solve the Vertical Lifting Column and Eliphas Beam puzzle at Fort Charybdis Ruins.

2.Use the Xenochromatic Ball Octopus to align beams and access the lift.

Puzzle Solving:

3.Eastern side: Lower the left Lifting Column then the right one to align the beams.

4.Once the energy flows to the central machine, interact with it.

Orthant of Soul (Cupid's Lover)

Entry:

1.After solving a Riddle Slate, release energy from the right mechanism outside the entrance.

Inside the Chamber:

2.Use the Ball Octopus to rotate the Feather Valve, directing energy flow.

Special Key:

3.Climb up via a lift to retrieve a Special Key needed to open a door.

Puzzle Completion:

4.Release energy from various points, ensuring all flow reaches the central machine.

Orthant of Persona (Thalia and Melpomene)

Access:

1.Located underwater in the Sealed Ruined Tower area.

Puzzle Solving:

2.Release water-colored energy from an initial mechanism.

3.Use a Special Key found in a library-like area to unlock a key mechanism.

4.Navigate through enemies and use the Xenochromatic Jellyfish’s Ability to manipulate the puzzle environment.

5.Align energy to flow to the central machine.

General Tips:

•Use Abilities: Xenochromatic creatures provide abilities like the Ball Octopus for energy redirection or the Jellyfish for opening paths with bombs.

•Special Keys: Some puzzles require keys to unlock mechanisms. Look for these by following the quest markers or exploring nearby areas.

•Combat: You'll likely encounter Clockwork Meka or other enemies. Defeating them can sometimes be required to progress or spawn chests.

•Navigation: Use the in-game map and quest markers to locate each Orthant.

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