Sanctuary of the Scion - Climbing Down the Sphinx

If you are unable to grapple-swing back to the ledge after obtaining the SMGs on top of the sphinx, try this alternate method:


While standing on top of the sphinx's head, step out onto the snake-shaped crown to get a panoramic view of the area. This will help clarify where you're going next, since it's a little difficult to see from above. If Lara's health is low, use a medipack or two before continuing, so she doesn't die from the fall.


Move to the side of the sphinx's head near where you'd normally take the running jump to grapple the ring on the ceiling. Stand above the sloping side of its headdress. Then step forward and slide down the headdress . . .


. . . onto the sphinx's right shoulder. Lara will lose about ¼ to ½ of her health in the fall, but as long as you've topped off her health, she should be fine.


Turn left and slide down the onto its arm. This shouldn't cause any injury if you land in the spot shown above. Then drop to the floor and repeat the climb to the high ledge where you fought the flying mutants.

Special thanks to Talmida, Bj, Anders and Chris B. for sharing this strategy.

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