Detective Pikachu Returns: Complete The Fabled Aurora Walkthrough

Q: Detective Pikachu Returns how to open the ruin door?

Head to the Southern Ruins, examine the entrance, interview local Pokemon like Lotad, Monferno, and Passimian to gather clues about Professor Gordon, and solve the puzzle to open the ruin entrance.

Q: Detective Pikachu Returns what headlines appear in the newspaper?

Head to the Southern Ruins, examine the entrance, interview local Pokemon like Lotad, Monferno, and Passimian to gather clues about Professor Gordon, and solve the puzzle to open the ruin entrance.

Q: Detective Pikachu Returns where is Professor Gordon?

Head to the Southern Ruins, examine the entrance, interview local Pokemon like Lotad, Monferno, and Passimian to gather clues about Professor Gordon, and solve the puzzle to open the ruin entrance.

Q: Detective Pikachu Returns what Pokemon are in the Southern Ruins?

Head to the Southern Ruins, examine the entrance, interview local Pokemon like Lotad, Monferno, and Passimian to gather clues about Professor Gordon, and solve the puzzle to open the ruin entrance.

Q: Detective Pikachu Returns how to trigger Local Concerns?

Head to the Southern Ruins, examine the entrance, interview local Pokemon like Lotad, Monferno, and Passimian to gather clues about Professor Gordon, and solve the puzzle to open the ruin entrance.

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Walkthrough

1
After the introduction to the daily newspaper and its headlines (which vary based on completed 'Local Concerns' from 'The Missing Jewel'), interact with Irene, Sophia, and the TV. Exit the apartment, and a cutscene will trigger at the Hi-Hat Cafe. Talk to Rachel and then head to the Southern Ruins to meet the Professor.
2
When controlling Tim, proceed towards the ruins. You'll encounter Rowlet, Charjabug, and a Zigzagoon with a Fossil Collector. Further on, you'll find a Leavanny, which can trigger a 'Local Concern'. Continue uphill past a Zigzagoon, Ursaring, and Monferno. Interacting with the Ursaring will also trigger a 'Local Concern'.
3
Reach the top of the knoll, where a cutscene introduces Chris. Approach and interact with the ruin entrance. Examine three areas: the image to the left of the door (footprints), the main door (relief), and the top of the door (snow). Also, examine the switch on the ground to the right of the door.
4
To interview the Pokemon, return to the area with the Ursaring and Monferno. Go past Monferno to find a path leading to the Quiz Professor and some Lotad. Interact with the Lotad and ask about themselves, the place, and if they've seen Professor Gordon.
5
Head back to the Monferno and interact with it. Ask about itself, the snow, and if it has seen Professor Gordon.
6
Next, talk to Chris's partner, Munchlax. Ask about itself, the Professor's Slowpoke, and Professor Gordon. After asking about Professor Gordon, inquire about the Pokemon in the tree.
7
Go left from the ruin entrance as far as possible, then head south to find a tree. Interact with the tree to make a Passimian appear. Ask the Passimian about itself, the ruins, and Professor Gordon.
8
After the cutscene at the door, you'll need to make choices to open it. Select 'The tile with the unique design'.
9
The puzzle to open the door is presented. The correct solution is 'Press both switches'. This will open the ruin entrance, leading to Southern Ruins B1.
10
Upon entering Southern Ruins B1, a cutscene will play. Head straight until another cutscene triggers.

Tips

Pay attention to the newspaper headlines, as they reflect your progress in 'The Missing Jewel' chapter.
'Local Concerns' triggered by interacting with Pokemon like Leavanny and Ursaring are important side objectives.
Carefully examine all parts of the ruin entrance and the surrounding area for clues.
The Pokemon interviews are crucial for gathering information about Professor Gordon's whereabouts.

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