Sekretka & Grimvale
Grimvale
I’ve heard whispers about an old keep that still keeps its secrets tight. Got any thoughts on how you’d break through its riddles?
Sekretka
First, listen to the silence around it, the walls whispering in old stone. Look for patterns in the carvings—maybe the same letters appear in the same spots on each door. Try to translate the pattern as a simple cipher, like a Caesar shift or a key hidden in a poem on the gate. The keep loves puzzles that repeat, so keep a notebook. Once you spot a repeating phrase, test it against the other panels and the lock will start to give up its secret.
Grimvale
Sounds like a good start, but remember the walls might be trying to trick you. If a simple Caesar feels too obvious, try stepping back—look at the letters that line up when you stack the doors. Those repeats might be a key, but the lock could be testing your patience more than your math. Keep the notebook, but write the words down exactly as they appear; a stray letter can throw everything off. Don't let the silence get too loud on your head. Keep it steady, and the lock will let you in.
Sekretka
Sounds like a good plan—just remember the keep’s walls have a knack for misdirection. Keep the notebook close, jot everything in exact order, and let the patterns reveal themselves before you get carried away by the silence. Stay patient and steady.
Grimvale
Got it. I’ll keep the notebook tight, no slipping off track. Let the walls do their work, then I’ll crack it the hard way. No distractions. Stay ready.