Lies of P Overture DLC – Excavation Site Guide (All Items & Secrets) ~ HaploGamingChef

To help you complete the Excavation Site in Lies of P Overture DLC from A to Z—and snag every collectible and trophy—this walkthrough breaks it down step by step. Whether you're hunting for the Fable Catalyst, Legion magazine, or aiming for the Platinum trophy, this guide has you covered. Let’s dive right in.

1. Arrive at Ancient Ruins & Retrieve Fable Catalyst

Touch down at the Ancient Ruins section and follow the cutscene until you receive the key.
Turn left immediately after, and you’ll spot the Fable Catalyst sitting in a small alcove—grab it now.
(You’ll use this key later to open blocked pathways.)

2. Narrow Passage Skirmish

Continue through those narrow corridors wielding your big sword.
Enemies lurk in the shadows—clear them out to secure the area and the attached loot.

3. Defeat the First Robot & Seize Throw Cell

Push on and face a hulking robot enemy.
Take it down, then loot the area to find a Throw Cell—essential for your armory.

4. Cave Entrance & Secondary Item

Enter the cave, dispatching smaller foes as you go.
On the left, you'll discover a minor item pickup—not crucial, but worth grabbing if you're aiming for 100%.

5. Cave Battle & Cross the Bridge

Deeper in, another robot awaits—beat it to proceed.
No loot in the nearby crate, so advance onward and cross the bridge ahead.

6. Electroshock Canisters & Loot Grab

After the bridge, clear remaining enemies.
Watch for Electroshock Canisters—these are helpful tools. Grab them, along with scattered loot, before pressing on.

7. Stargazer & Ergg‑Chunk Pickup

Exit the cave and locate a friendly robot delivering a small task; interact to trigger a mini‑event.
Next, find a Stargazer, your checkpoint and upgrade station.
Nearby, pick up a magnificent erggo chunk and blast enemies—stealth can pay off here.

8. Progress Crank & Crescent Moonstone

Move forward again: on your right sits a progress crank—grab it.
Above, take out guards quietly to avoid triggering extra robots.
Defeat a tougher opponent to secure a Crescent Moonstone.

9. Launcher Turret Sequence

Climb up and destroy a turret launcher—this summons a small bomb after each takedown.
Eliminate the bomb, then the next turret to claim the Legion magazine and unlock a shortcut.

10. Genius Legion Plug & Safe Spoils

Beyond the shortcut, defeat a big enemy to earn a magnificent erggo chunk.
Return to the safe nearby and retrieve the Genius Legion Plug, which lets you craft a new Legion weapon.
Don’t miss the extra Fable Catalyst near the safe.

11. Ladder Climb & Hymn of the Zealots

After picking up the Fable Catalyst, climb the ladder at the far end.
At the top, you’ll see a shimmering item—collect the Hymn of the Zealots, a quest-related collectible.

12. Elevator Trick & Hidden Item

Use the elevator, but instead of riding it all the way, jump midway onto a wooden plank to grab a hidden item.
Pick up the Miraculous Reinforcement and Pool, then move forward.

13. Exploding Butterfly Cave Encounter

Head into the next cave and take the path to the right.
Drop down carefully—an explosive butterfly is ahead, flanked by barrels. Take it out quickly before it detonates.
You’ll earn a Full Moonstone Bundle and Attribute Purification Ampoule.

14. Kamikaze Enemy & Ancient Disc

A cart enemy rushes in—step back to avoid damage and finish him fast.
Open the nearby chest for the Ancient Disc, later used in a key exchange.

15. Robot Dialogue & Saw Gear

Continue on to meet another robot NPC. Talk through all available dialogue options.
Pick up the Saw Gear before heading into the upper part of the cave.

16. Return to Elevator Room

Follow the path up, looping you back to the elevator area near the start.
Now take the opposite tunnel to continue deeper into the site.

17. Floating Mine & Frost Protection Vial

Watch out for a floating mine to the left. Use your bow or Puppet String to detonate it from a distance.
Defeat the patrolling doll and grab the Frost Protection Vial and chest nearby.

18. Blade of an Arch Guardian & Trap Mines

The chest holds the Blade of an Arch Guardian, a parry‑oriented weapon.
Proceed right, where you'll encounter more mines. Use ranged tools to disable them before a strong enemy shows up.

19. Enemy Ambush on Bridge

As you cross the bridge, an enemy tries to push you off. Pull him back using Puppet String to neutralize safely.
Afterward, loot the Glowing Ergo Fragment and another Frost Protection Vial.

20. Puzzle Cave & Stargazer Activation

Enter a new cave. Listen to the robot again and inspect a strange sound on the wall—this is part of a quest puzzle (not active yet).
Grab the Degree Puzzle and climb the nearby ladder to unlock a shortcut.
Make sure to use the Stargazer here to rest and recover.

21. Elevator Return & Cryptic Vessel

After unlocking the shortcut, take the elevator again and move forward through the cave.
A large enemy blocks the path—use electric-based attacks to gain an advantage.
Defeat him to obtain the Rusty Cryptic Vessel, a key DLC item.

22. Resistance Ampoule & Mine Traverse

Nearby, loot a Colorful Ergo Chunk and a Resistance Ampoule.
Continue along the mineshaft—this path leads you to a critical NPC moment.

23. Rosora Quest & Ergo Crystal of Eternity

You’ll meet Rosora, if you’ve done her quest earlier.
Give her an Ergo Crystal of Eternity to strengthen her and unlock a new gesture and drawing.
Activate the Stargazer here before moving on.

24. Stamina Amulet & Item Collection

Head down the slope to find the Patience Amulet +1, which boosts stamina regeneration—equip it immediately.
Collect another Colorful Ergo Chunk from nearby.

25. Ladder Slide & Scatter Grenade

Slide down the ladder and face another mid-tier enemy.
Defeat him to protect the loot pile, then pick up the Scatter Grenade hidden in the back.

26. Thermite & Final Robot Decision

Cross a small wooden bridge and grab Thermite.
A robot NPC asks you to make a moral choice: lying (humanity) or truth (puppet).
Choose "lie" to get the Nightmare Music Album and conclude this side quest.

27. Covenant Dark Moonstones & Storyteller’s Amulet

Climb the long ladder in the same room—inside the pipe, pick up two Covenant Dark Moonstones.
Further up is a chest with the Storyteller’s Amulet, which boosts Fable charge generation.

28. Backtrack to Forked Path

Return to the previous fork and follow the alternate route.
This leads you back to the docks and opens access to another lever-based elevator.

29. Armor Feed & Statue Interaction

Before progressing further, go left through a wooden platform area and defeat a guard.
Collect Electro Spark Abrasive and Armor Feed +1 from the chest, then examine a statue nearby for a bit of extra lore.

30. Star Fragment & Tram Trap Prevention

As you move on, pick up a Star Fragment and fight through a wave of enemies.
Very important: take the left path first to pick up a key item—Operation Routine Report—before the tram falls and blocks access permanently.

31. Activate Stargazer & Prepare for the Boss

After the tram drops and the item is secured, go up the stairs to reach the next Stargazer.
This is your last checkpoint before facing one of the toughest bosses in the DLC—prepare accordingly.

32. DLC Final Boss Encounter

This boss has heavy resistance and deals consistent damage.
Use electric-enhanced weapons and Fable abilities for quicker damage phases.
Once defeated, you’ll be rewarded with Ergo and a new Stargazer activation.

Conclusion: 100% Completion Summary

You’ve now cleared the Excavation Site in the Lies of P Overture DLC—ticking off every:

Collectible
Key item
Trophy milestone
NPC side quest

If you've followed this guide thoroughly, you're now one step closer to unlocking Platinum status for this DLC. Remember to double-check:

Did you collect both Covenant Dark Moonstones?
Did you complete the Robot’s moral choice quest?
Did you help Rosora and get her drawing and gesture?

You’re all set for the next zone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where is the Fable Catalyst in the Excavation Site?
A1: Right after you enter the Ancient Ruins and get the key, take the first left. You'll find the Fable Catalyst near a blocked door.

Q2: How do I defeat the robot guarding the Throw Cell?
A2: Use ranged abilities and stay mobile. Electric attacks work well. Defeat it to grab the Throw Cell and progress.

Q3: What should I do with the strange sound in the cave wall?
A3: You’ll need to complete a quest trigger later in the game. Ignore it for now and return once the related quest is active.

Q4: What happens if I lie to the robot during the quest?
A4: Lying aligns you with humanity. You’ll receive the Nightmare Music Album, marking completion of the robot’s moral side quest.

Q5: Where can I find the Blade of an Arch Guardian?
A5: After defeating a group of enemies past the floating mines, open the chest to get the Blade—a fast weapon ideal for parrying playstyles.

Q6: How do I avoid missing the Operation Routine Report?
A6: Take the left path first before going right at the tram fork. If you go right first, the tram falls and permanently blocks the item.

Q7: What’s the best amulet to equip in this DLC area?
A7: The Patience Amulet +1 is excellent for stamina regeneration, perfect for heavy attacks and dodge-recovery playstyles.

Q8: Is the Cryptic Vessel important for progression?
A8: Yes, it’s tied to late-game upgrades and unlockables. You’ll find it after defeating a tough enemy deep in the mine section.

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