If you’ve been running around Atlantis wondering why that area won’t open or why you can’t grab the helmet… this is exactly the part you’re missing.
The game doesn’t clearly tell you this, but everything starts with the misplaced swords. Until you collect them, you’re basically locked out of progression.
Fisch Misplaced Sword Guide (Wrath of Olympus)
Before anything else, understand this:
- You cannot get the Royal Helmet directly
- The area stays completely locked
- There’s literally a wall blocking your path
The only way forward is:
- Find all 5 misplaced swords
- Place them on the weapon rack
Once you do that, the game finally lets you progress.
Step 1 – Find All 5 Misplaced Swords
Your main objective at the start is simple:
- Explore the Atlantis / Ancient City area
- Look around for swords scattered across the map
The good part:
- They’re not super hidden
- Mostly placed along paths, corners, or near structures
The annoying part:
- The area is dark, so they’re easy to miss if you rush
Take your time, scan properly, and collect all five.
Step 2 – Place the Swords on the Rack
After collecting all 5:
- Head back to the weapon rack area (near the guard)
- Place each sword there
Once all swords are placed:
- The blocked wall disappears
- A hidden section opens up
This is the moment where the game finally progresses.
Step 3 – Enter the Hidden Area
Now that the path is unlocked:
- Walk into the newly opened section
Inside, you’ll find:
- The Royal Helmet
No puzzle, no extra steps—it’s just sitting there.
Step 4 – Deliver the Helmet to the Guard
After picking up the helmet:
- Go back to the guard NPC
- Interact and give the helmet
This step is important because:
- It unlocks further progression
- Opens access to the next part of the Atlantis content
Important Reminder (Most Players Mess This Up)
Don’t try to skip steps.
If you:
- Haven’t collected all 5 swords → path stays locked
- Haven’t placed them → helmet won’t be accessible
Everything is connected in order:
Swords → Path → Helmet → Guard → Progression
This part isn’t hard—it’s just not explained well.
Once you understand that the swords are the key to everything, the whole sequence becomes straightforward. The only real challenge is spotting all five in that dark environment.