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Hillside Manor
March 25, 2026 at 05:03 AM
Added strongbox puzzle solution, Saint's Necklace reward details, and entry method
Hillside Manor is a manor in the Hernand region, owned by Count Felix. As a confidant greatly trusted by Duke Celeste, his manor is also located near Hernand Castle. The manor reflects Felix's high standing among the regional nobility.
Hillside Manor is notable for containing a strongbox on the second floor that rewards the Saint's Necklace, one of the best early-game accessories. However, the manor is guarded, and players must find a creative way to enter without triggering the guards.
The manor sits just southeast of Hernand Castle, above the Church of Hernand. It is positioned in the political center of the region, surrounded by other key landmarks of the City of Hernand. The manor is easily recognizable by its elevated position and guarded front entrance.
The main doors of Hillside Manor are closely guarded. Approaching from the front will draw unwanted attention. Instead, navigate to the side of the building and look for an openable window on the southwest side of the second floor. Climb up to this window and enter through it to bypass the guards entirely.
Once inside, head to the second floor where the strongbox is located. After collecting the loot, stay inside until your theft indicator bar clears before leaving to avoid being caught.
The strongbox on the second floor uses the same cylinder tumbler mechanism found in several other strongboxes across Hernand. Each cylinder has a rotating dial that must be adjusted so the silver tops clear the wood paneling line.
The outermost cylinders need the greatest height increase, while the center ones need the least. Alternatively, rotate the five puzzle boards in sequence: 2 rotations (leftmost), 3 (second), 4 (middle), 5 (fourth), and 5 (rightmost). Once aligned, press the button to unlock the strongbox.
Item | Description |
|---|---|
Accessory with 5 DEF and the Vitality ability, which fully restores stamina when activated (long cooldown) |
The Saint's Necklace is one of the strongest early-game accessories available. The 5 DEF bonus is substantial for a necklace slot, and the Vitality ability provides a full stamina restore on activation. While the cooldown is extremely long (unlikely to be used more than once per fight), the stamina refill can be a lifesaver during boss encounters or extended climbing sections.
Approach from the side of the manor rather than the front to avoid the guards.
Look for the openable window on the southwest side of the second floor. It is the only way in without fighting.
After opening the strongbox, wait inside until the theft bar clears before attempting to leave.
The Saint's Necklace is worth the trip early in the game. Its 5 DEF bonus is significant at that stage.
