Beneath the azure waves of the Sea of Thieves lies the Shrine of Tribute, a submerged sanctuary from Season Four that beckons pirates with promises of coral riches. Unlike other Siren Shrines boasting dry patches of breathable air, this shrine is nearly entirely flooded, transforming its exploration into a watery labyrinth where every turn holds intricate puzzles and hidden dangers. 🧭 The reward for braving these depths is the coveted Chest of Ancient Tributes, a treasure chest that gleams like a forgotten sunken jewel, alongside five scattered journals chronicling the lore of the deep. Adventurers must navigate this aquatic maze with precision, as the shrine's design—reminiscent of a coral-encrusted dreamscape—demands quick wits and agile swimming to avoid drowning in confusion or combat with lurking Sirens.
Solving the Shrine's Enigmatic Puzzles
To conquer the Shrine of Tribute, pirates begin by swimming to the entrance steps, where a lever awaits on the wall. Pulling this lever grants access to the shrine's interior, where air-filled coral tubes act as lifelines, providing breathable bubbles like scattered pearls in an oyster bed. Descending further, the first challenge emerges: a Siren Statue puzzle depicted in a nearby image.
This puzzle requires adjusting the arms of three distinct statues to match the picture—a task as delicate as tuning a symphony of underwater echoes. Specifically:
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The gem statue: Positioned with its arm raised high. To find it, swim right from the puzzle picture, passing a coral tube with air bubbles until reaching a Sunken Merfolk Statue. Adjust the arm by striking it with a sword or gunshot.
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The coral statue: Set with its arm in the middle. Located in the main chamber beneath a towering giant statue. Swim below this colossus, veering right through narrow passageways to discover it in a secluded room.
- The chain statue: The easiest to locate, with its arm lowered. Found to the left of the giant statue in the central chamber; pirates can step onto stairs to escape the water briefly for adjustment.
Once all statues align correctly, strike the statue holding a red conch shell opposite the giant figure. This triggers melodic chimes and fills the chamber with water, allowing ascent to the upper level. Here, three floor buttons await, each activating a timer that demands swift action—like catching bubbles in a tempestuous storm. Locate them:
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On blue coral platforms across from the ascent point.
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To the right of broken stairs.
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On the opposite side, reachable by traversing the giant statue's head.
Pressing all buttons before time expires causes the giant statue to recede, unveiling a hidden underwater passage. Dive back in, defeat the emerging Sirens, and swim downward to an altar where the Chest of Ancient Tributes gleams triumphantly.
Discovering the Hidden Journals
Five journals lie scattered throughout the shrine, each revealing fragments of the Sea Queen's tale. Finding them is akin to hunting for whispers in a silent reef—demanding keen observation. Here's a concise guide to their locations:
| Journal Name | Location Description | Image Reference |
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| Journal 1: Shrine Of Tribute | Near the entrance, slightly right of the Siren Statue puzzle picture. |  |
| Journal 2: My Friends | Swim right from the puzzle picture to an air-bubble coral tube; the journal rests on the ocean floor before it. |  |
| Journal 3: The Warrior And The Sea Queen | To the right of the red conch shell statue, in a corridor adorned with red coral, perched on a wall shelf. |  |
| Journal 4: The Sea Queen's Army | After solving the statue puzzle, on the upper level; cross the giant statue to find it on a blue coral platform. |  |
| Journal 5: Mermaid Gems | In the new area below the giant statue, resting on an altar behind the Chest of Ancient Tributes. 💎 |  |
Successfully retrieving the chest and journals not only yields bountiful coral treasures but also deepens one's connection to the Sea of Thieves' enigmatic world. As of 2025, this shrine remains a testament to Rare's immersive design, offering pirates an underwater odyssey that balances peril with profound reward.