The Path to the Sand Prison is a main quest in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Continue reading for a detailed walkthrough, quest location, and quest rewards on completing The Path to the Sand Prison.

The Path to the Sand Prison Overview

Quest Information

Locations Explored	Catacombs Sunken Harbor Sacred Arhives Temple of Knowledge Soma Tree
Weapons Unlocked	-
Bosses Fought	Kiana
Time Power Unlocked	Dimension Claw Clairvoyance
Upgrade Unlocked	-

The Path to the Sand Prison Walkthrough Guide

1. Find a Way to Enter the Pit of Eternal Sands
2. The Path to the Sand Prison (1st Time Power)
3. The Path to the Sand Prison (2nd Time Power)
4. Enter the Pit of Eternal Sands

Find a Way to Enter the Pit of Eternal Sands

After chasing the Old Man in the Depths and obtaining the Shadow of the Simurgh, you must now find a way to enter the Pit of Eternal Sands. However, the path to the said place is not in your current area so you'll need to backtrack a bit.

Use Shadow of the Simurgh to Pass Through the Rotating Spikes

Backtrack to the left of the Wak-wak tree then use Shadow of the Simurgh to pass through the previously unpassable rotating spike.

Head North Until You Encounter Neith

Continue backtracking until you encounter Neith for a short dialogue. Once the short scene is over, continue backtracking until you reach an area with the lift.

Use the Lift and Return to the Wide Area with Rotating Spikes

After using the lift, head right and navigate through the area with toxins to reach the previous area with rotating spikes. Once here, you can use the lever to push the spikes downward then use Shadow of the Simurgh while staying near it to pass through.

Head Right Past the Poisonous Area to Reach the Catacombs

Right after dropping off after using Shadow of the Simurgh, you'll drop straight into a poisonous marsh. Immediately head right to reach a new area, the Catacombs.

From the Catacombs Entrance, Keep Heading Southeast

Once you enter the catacombs, you'll encounter stairs that'll lead downward. Continue following the path leading southeast. Eventually, you'll reach an area with a spiked mouth. Attack and destroy it to open up the path!

Use Shadow of the Simurgh to Pass Through the Shielded Enemy

As you trudge along the Catacombs and continuously head southeast, you'll encounter an enemy with a giant shielded face. It will chase you forward when it attacks you. Use Shadow of the Simurgh then teleport to it after luring the enemy forward enough.

Continue to Follow the Linear Path until You Reach the Sunken Harbor

After passing through the giant enemy, follow the linear path once more until you reach your first Wak-wak Tree. This marks your first checkpoint and the time you reach the next area, the Sunken Harbor. From here, continue along until you reach the Pit of Eternal Sands.

The Path to the Sand Prison (1st Time Power)

After reaching the entrance of the Pit of Eternal Sands, you'll have to acquire two new Time Powers after breaking the seal to unlock it. You'll have to solve two riddles from the old man to further progress the game.

Head Northeast to Obtain a Map of the Sunken Harbor

We'll have to leave the area and obtain two new Time Powers. Head northeast and use the lift but don't use it fully. Drop down to the path you can take on the right side til you encounter an area with several spikes and hanging platforms. Try to head to the upper left side of this area to encounter Fariba to obtain a map of the area.

Continue Climbing the Hanging Platform Then Head West At the Top

Once you navigate through the hanging platforms, head west then north once again. Continue heading westward from here to find a Wak-wak Tree for a resting point.

Continue heading Northeast From Here

After the Wak-wak tree, you'll want to continue trudging northeast. Eventually, you'll encounter an area with huge spiked lumbers, to navigate through the area, you'll have to navigate on the edges of the area and circle the area to reach the next objective.

After the Spiked Lumber, Continue Heading East

Continue clearing the rest of the obstacles until you reach the next Wak-wak tree. This is also the next checkpoint to your next destination. This will allow you to reach the Soma Tree which is the next obstacle and get your first Time Power.

From the Soma Tree, Continue Heading Up North

From here, you'll want to navigate the forest area and continue heading upwards. After heading to the top side, head left and you'll find a giant treant, pass through it or defeat it then head left.

Unlock the Homa Statue then Head Left

Unlock the Homa Statue first after heading left to make it easier to backtrack later on. Head left then defeat the enemy gauntlet then continue heading north.

Continue Heading Northeast until the next Homa Statue

Continue heading northeast until you find the next Homa Statue. This is your next best checkpoint since it, again, allows you to retrace your steps to explore the area further.

Head Left From This Homa Statue to Encounter Your Next Boss Fight Kiana

Kiana is your major obstacle in this area and is your final hurdle to getting the first power you need to unlock the Pit of Eternal Sands.

Follow the Path and Obtain the Dimension Claw Time Power

After defeating Kiana, further head left and traverse past the explosive blobs. At your main objective, you'll be able to obtain the Dimension Claw which will allow you to store enemies and projectiles and resummon them in a different location.

The Path to the Sand Prison (2nd Time Power)

Defeating Kiana and obtaining the Dimension Claw opens up the map massively by granting us the ability to destroy golden walls. Use this to navigate the map and reach the 2nd Time Power we need to unlock the Pit of Eternal Sands!

Use the Blobs in the Area and Break the Golden Cracked Walls Using Dimension Claw

With our new Time Power, use the Dimension Claw to store the explosive blobs in the area and throw them on the golden walls to destroy them. Break the walls on the path westward to explore the area.

Head Back to a Homa Statue then Teleport back to Sacred Archives

After exploring the area, you'll want to go back to a Homa Statue and make your way back to the Sacred Archives to get our next Time Power.

Head to the Temple of Knowledge

You'll want to renavigate the area and reach the northwest area of the Sacred Archives to reach the Temple of Knowledge. With Shadow of the Simurgh, you'll be able to pass through the moving spiked walls on the left side at the upper area.

Head Up Northwest and use Shadow of the Simurgh to Solve the Platform Puzzle

After entering the inner area of the Temple of Knowledge, you'll immediately encounter a three-row platform puzzle.

Quickly Pass Through Areas with Red Marks on the Wall

During your exploration in the Temple of Knowledge, you'll encounter walls with red marks on them, don't stay idle on these areas as they will close down and damage you.

After Defeating the Mage, Drop Down then Head Left

Once you reach an open area, head downward. From here, you'll encounter enemies with a golden symbol above them. This implies that these enemies are invulnerable and the only way to kill them is to defeat the enemy with a golden barrier to remove their invincible status.

Hit the Bell then the Lever on the Spiked Area

Once you defeat the enemy with the golden barrier, you'll reach an area with a bell and a lever just beneath it. Shoot the bell first then shoot the lever as well to unlock the door beneath you and proceed to the area.

After Unlocking the Door, Head North on the Area with Branching Paths

Once you reach an area that has two paths that lead up or down, take the upward path first. Here, you'll encounter two invulnerable alchemists, solve the puzzle by using Shadow of the Simurgh then defeat the enemy with the golden barrier first.

Return to the Previous Area then Head Downward

On the open area, you'll encounter a mage and an Alchemist, defeat them then use Shadow of the Simurgh on an open platform then dash into the wall with the red sign in the center to be able to wall hop from it to solve the puzzle.

Use Shadow of the Simurgh as Resets on the Bell Puzzle

After the previous puzzle, you'll encounter a puzzle that requires you to shoot a puzzle from below but there will be spikes to prevent you from doing so. Use Shadow of the Simurgh then jump in to shoot the bell then reset back to your original position. Do the same for the 2nd part of the puzzle.

Head Forward then North and Solve the Puzzles in Each Golden Doors

After solving all the puzzles so far, you'll reach an open area with multiple rows of platforms in the center. From here, you'll need to solve four puzzles inside the golden doors. Below are the solutions for each of the four puzzles.

Lower Left Puzzle	Stand in the center then hang on one platform for the first and 2nd countdown then get the golden stone inscription.
Upper Right Puzzle	Complete the obstacle course using Shadow of the Simurgh. Run as far as you can on the first run and leave a shadow, use your shadow on the 2nd run and reach the platform up top then use your last run to get the inscription.
Lower Right Puzzle	Use Your First Run to Hang on the right handle then jump at a few intervals on the switch in the center. Use your second run to reach the 2nd handle and use your third run to complete the obstacle course using the platforms controlled by your first and 2nd runs.
Upper Right Puzzle	Have your first run focus on standing on the platform in the center but releasing it near the end to open the lock on the platform in the center. Use your 2nd run to turn the switch at the upper area then use the last few seconds to leave a shadow past the lock you release from the first run. Then on your final run, jump back to your shadow and use the wall that you activate from the lever above to reach the inscription on the upper right.

Use the Portal in the Center of the Four Golden Doors to Unlock Your 2nd Time Power

After solving the four golden door puzzles, head to the center and obtain your 2nd time power, Clairvoyance. Clairvoyance allows you to make certain transparent walls appear or disappear which will be essential to solving some of the upcoming puzzles.

Enter the Pit of Eternal Sands

After the long and arduous journey to get two Time Powers, return to the entrance to the Pit of Eternal Sands to complete the current chapter!

The Path to the Sand Prison Tips and Tricks

You Can Get 1 of the 2 Time Powers in Any Order

This current chapter requires you to journey and obtain two Time Powers to progress the story. You can choose 1 of the 2 given Time Powers in any given order! If you want a more combat-focused run, we highly recommend going for the Dimension Claw first but if you want a puzzle-focused run, go for Clairvoyance!

All Time Powers and How to Unlock Them

Activate Homa Statues Along the Way

The map of the game starts opening up massively from here onwards while also gaining several time powers to access areas that were previously inaccessible. Be sure to always explore each area thoroughly and activate Homa Statues as you see them!

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Related Guides

Complete Story Walkthrough

Complete Story Walkthrough

No.	Chapter
-	The Battle of Persepolis
1	Lost in Mount Qaf
2	The Abducted Prince
3	The Tiger and The Rat
4	The Path to the Sand Prison
5	The Darkest of Souls
6	The Celestial Guardians
7	Return to the Past
8	Father and Son
9	The Crossroads of Time