Exploring the ancient Tomb of Miktrull on Zeffo in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order presents players with environmental puzzles that test their mastery of Force abilities. The climax of this zone requires Cal Kestis to solve a central puzzle in order to raise the spire and escape the tomb. Understanding how to manipulate the magnetic fields, fire lanterns, and gravity controls is key to completing this challenge smoothly.
Reaching the Main Chamber and Understanding the Mechanics
Upon acquiring the Force Pull ability, Cal can interact with glowing blue objects and vines that were previously out of reach. In the main central room, you will notice a massive glass sphere suspended inside a metal cage hanging from the ceiling. To raise the spire, your primary objective is to break the chain holding the central vessel and guide the sphere onto the illuminated pedestal below.
Before attempting to burn the vines holding the chain, you need to familiarize yourself with the lantern physics in the chamber. Floating magnetic field generators can be activated using nearby wall switches to pull explosive lantern candles across gaps. Timing and positioning are crucial when carrying these volatile lanterns across the central area.
Releasing and Positioning the Lanterns
To begin the destruction of the central chain, head to the upper balconies where the lantern dispensers are located. Use Force Pull to grab a flaming lantern from the wall socket, but be careful not to throw it into water streams. Water sources around the room will immediately extinguish the flame, rendering the lantern useless for burning obstacles.
Instead of throwing the lantern directly at the chain, launch it into the active magnetic field created by the wall switch. The magnet will hold the flaming lantern suspended in mid-air safely above the running water. This setup gives Cal enough time to jump across to the opposite platform and pull the lantern toward himself again.
Breaking the Chain and Raising the Spire
Once you retrieve the suspended lantern from the magnetic field, aim directly at the vine-covered chain holding the heavy central cage. Throwing the lantern onto the vines causes them to ignite immediately, snapping the support cables. The large metal container will crash onto the lower floor, shattering the outer glass shell and freeing the sphere.
Descend to the central floor and use Force Push or Force Pull to roll the heavy sphere into the circular floor socket. Inserting the sphere into its designated slot activates the ancient Zeffo mechanism, causing the ground to lift and raising the Spire of Miktrull. This sequence grants Cal full access to the exit path leading back to the surface of Zeffo.
Tips for Avoiding Common Puzzle Mistakes
Many players struggle with the puzzle when attempting to launch lanterns directly across the room without using the magnets. Always check the ceiling structure to ensure water spouts will not extinguish your lantern mid-flight. If a lantern goes out, simply return to the wall dispenser to spawn a fresh one.
Additionally, clear out any remaining Imperial Purge Troopers or Tomb Guardians before focusing entirely on the puzzle mechanics. Attempting to maneuver lanterns while taking enemy fire often leads to unnecessary deaths and resets. Taking your time to analyze the physics will ensure a fast and efficient puzzle resolution.
