Unveiling the Enigmatic Secrets: Unlocking the House of Wisdom Gear Chest in Assassin's Creed Mirage

The House of Wisdom gained global recognition as a prominent hub of philosophy and science during the peak of the Abbasid Caliphate. Therefore, the historical significance of this remarkable establishment is prominently woven into the fabric of Assassin's Creed Mirage, set in the formative years of the Abbasids.

Beyond its role in the narrative, players engaging with Assassin's Creed Mirage are encouraged to explore the House of Wisdom for the intriguing encounter with a book enthusiast seeking to expand their collection. Additionally, a gear chest concealed within the premises offers an invaluable new weapon. While accessing this gear chest doesn't necessitate progressing through any specific portion of the storyline, the path to reaching it poses a formidable challenge.

How to Get the House of Wisdom Gear Chest in AC Mirage

How to Reach the Locked Door

Players must be aware that the upper floors of the House of Wisdom are under constant surveillance by guards. Although the ground level is accessible for everyone to explore, the majority of the upper areas are off-limits. If Basim is spotted by any guards, they will immediately engage in combat.

The House of Wisdom gear chest can be found near the summit of a tower situated on the southeast side of the building. To bypass a significant portion of the House, players are advised to scale the exterior wall. However, the only entrance is located at the base of the tower. Upon reaching this door, players will encounter a robust lock, but a clue revealing the key's whereabouts can be found on a notice affixed to the opposite wall.

How to Get the Astronomical Library Key

The Astronomical Library is accessible through a locked door, as mentioned in the note. It is believed that the key to this door is in the possession of an astronomy student. While inside the tower, players won't be able to detect the key symbol using Eagle Vision. However, the individual who holds the key can still be found within the House of Wisdom.

The key's holder is actually situated on the rooftop of the House. Despite the presence of numerous guards along the roof walkways, there is one civilian positioned next to an astronomical instrument. To locate this individual, direct your attention towards the locked door, turn right, exit the tower, ascend to the next level, and proceed to the far end of the roof where the astronomer's platform is located. At this juncture, players can effortlessly acquire the key by discreetly pickpocketing the aforementioned civilian.

How to Break the Barrier

Once players obtain the key, they are able to unlock the door and utilize the ladder in order to access the next level. Regrettably, the chest is located on the floor above this current one, and an obstructive stone barrier obstructs the pathway upward. To address this obstacle, players will need to exit the tower and ascend the exterior. The most efficient method to accomplish this is by employing the pulley situated near the north exit.

Players will eventually come across a ledge, and on the northwest side of the tower, there is a window featuring a simple wooden lattice. Unfortunately, the window is positioned too high to effectively target the chest below. However, there is a chandelier on the opposite side that players can deliberately break.

Similar to previous Assassin's Creed games, the chandelier is equipped with a winch that will malfunction once Basim throws a dagger at it. Although it may be challenging to spot in the dimly lit room, it becomes visible when using Eagle Vision and the crosshair will turn red when players aim at the correct spot. When the chandelier plummets, it will obliterate the stone barrier, granting players access to the chest inside.

The House of Wisdom gear chest includes the Abbasid Knight Sword, which inflicts identical damage as Basim's initial weapon. Moreover, it possesses a unique attribute called "On the Edge," where Basim deals an additional 30 percent light damage when his health is below fifty percent.

Assassin's Creed Mirage is accessible on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.