🗿 notawikiAcross the Obelisk Codex · the answer, not the article

(Giving any gold amount unlocks a hidden option at Lower Staircase.)

Tsnemo tells you that these are the ruins of an ancient civilization known as the architects and that, after a great war against their rulers, their kingdom was destroyed. He also tells you that if you want to go to the upper ruins, you will have to face two colossal automatons and that you had better protect yourself against holy damage. You get XP 100

Tsnemo tells you that if you want to go to the upper ruins, you will have to face two colossal automatons and that you had better protect yourself against holy damage. He also tells you that there is a place that is perfect for meditation in the upper ruins. If you want to reach its full potential you must press several runes with colored gems set in them. The correct order is yellow, green and purple. You get XP 100

Tsnemo tells you that if you want to go to the upper ruins, you will have to face two colossal automatons and that you had better protect yourself against holy damage. He also tells you that there is a place that is perfect for meditation in the upper ruins. If you want to reach its full potential you must press several runes with colored gems set in them. The correct order is yellow, green and purple. Before you leave, he remembers that he took the purple gem from the place, and gives it to you. You get XP 100 Receive Purple Gem.

Tsnemo's eyes sparkle, and he replies almost immediately: "But they are still being owls. You have brought me fond memories of my old friend. If he shared that phrase with you, it's because he trusts you, and so will I. Please, allow me to offer you some free advice. Tsnemo explains that the road to the upper ruins is guarded by two colossal automatons whose main attacks are holy. However, once you reach the upper ruins, you'll find the perfect place for meditation. He hands you a purple rune and explains that to unlock the full potential of that place, you must press a sequence of yellow, green, and purple runes. You come across a large airship. Nezglekt steps forward as he waves to another squid head emerging from the deck of the ship and invites you aboard. He explains to you that he serves on this ship under the command of Captain Tsnemo, then introduces you to him. Tsnemo says: "Pleased to meet Nezglekt's companions. I am Tsnemo, captain of this merchant ship. What brings you here? Anything specific you want to report to me Nezglekt?"

Tsnemo tells you that since you are Nezglekt's companions he will offer you a 50% discount. He also tells you that there is a place that is perfect for meditation in the upper ruins. If you want to reach it's full potential, you must press several runes with colored gems set in them. The correct order is yellow, green, and purple. Before you leave, he remembers that he took the purple gem from the place, and gives it to you. You get: XP 100

Tsnemo finds this news very interesting, and tells you that soon they will go to look for him. As a reward, you can take whatever you want of his wares for free. He also tells you that there is a place that is perfect for meditation in the upper ruins. If you want to reach its full potential you must press several runes with colored gems set in them. The correct order is yellow, green and purple. Before you leave, he remembers that he took the purple gem from the place, and gives it to you. You get XP 100 Receive Purple Gem.