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Chapter 7 (“Siege Part 2”) of Doom: The Dark Ages is a goldmine of secrets and items for those who wish to achieve 100% completion. More linear in design compared to the first chapter, it is nevertheless riddled with hidden items that will add depth to your gameplay experience.

From rubies and life sigils to toys and codex entries, here’s a comprehensive guide to all the secrets and collectibles in Siege Part 2.

Exterminator Task

While not a secret, completing mission challenges is necessary for 100% completion in Doom: The Dark Ages. A challenge in Siege Part 2 is the Exterminator Task, which requires that you kill three or more demons with one shield throw five times. This challenge will reward you with the special Revenant weapon skin for the Shredder. Just keep throwing your shield in groups, and you should be fine!

Overview of Siege Part 2 Collectibles

  • Total Secrets: 9
  • Collectible Toys: 1
  • Codex Entries: 1
  • Rubies: 2
  • Life Sigils: 3
  • Gold: Around 180 units
  • Demonic Essence (Health): 1
  • Mission Challenges: 2

They are crucial items for players who want to maximize their health, unlock lore, and achieve full completion of Doom: The Dark Ages.

All Secrets & Collectibles:

1. Life Sigil #1

  • There’s a box that needs to be destroyed to proceed after you’ve killed the titan demon and scaled the wall of the castle.
  • Behind it is a hidden room containing the first life sigil.

2. Gold Chest

  • Climb up the first box and wall, then turn around to find a secret wall that you can jump up to.
  • Climb up to find a golden chest on a wooden platform above the first secret.

3. Pinky Rider Toy (Collectible)

  • Once you pull the lever to open the courtyard gate, climb up the ramp to your right and break the chain to enter.
  • Instead of proceeding, turn back to find a wooden obstacle at your rear.
  • Break it with your shield to access a walkway back into the courtyard, where you’ll find the Pinky Rider toy and some gold.

4. Life Sigil #2

  • Inside the plaza of two purple key doors and burning trees, go inside the room ahead, but before climbing up the stairs, turn to your right.
  • You can see a life sigil in a room with boards. Head around the corner to the right and smash the barricade.

5. Purple Secret Key

  • Once you’ve ascended the stairs from the secret life sigil, you’ll end up on a balcony level above the plaza.
  • Head down the hallway into the next room and blast the barricade to your right to reveal a jump pad.
  • This will shoot you directly to the purple key.

6. Ruby #1

  • Using the purple key, head back to the plaza and open the largest of the two purple key doors.

7. Siege Part 2 Codex Entry (Collectible)

  • Alongside the above secret, there is a door which is smaller in size with a purple lock.
  • Open that door to obtain.

8. Ruby #2

  • When inside the hangar, before going through the wrecked vessel, go to the right and climb on the boxes to find a ruby statue at the end of the crane.

9. Life Sigil #3

  • Make your way through the crashed ship within the hangar and drop onto a catwalk. You will find in the back behind a fence a life sigil, with a wheel between you.
  • Walk up the right side ledge to get an overview of the chain holding the wheel in place, then hit it with your shield.
  • The wheel will stop turning, so you can climb inside through the gap.

Extra Tips

  • Use the Purple Key in a Timely Manner: Go back as soon as you have the purple key so that you can unlock the plaza doors. This will ensure that you don’t miss the ruby/codex entry.
  • Watch for Barricades: The majority are hidden behind wooden barricades. Make sure you keep an eye out for these throughout and destroy them.
  • Venture Carefully: Even though the level is linear, there are a few hidden paths and spaces. Venture into every nook and cranny!
  • Watch Your Progress: Use the map in-game to view what you have and what you don’t.

Final Thoughts

Chapter 7 of Doom: The Dark Ages is a completionist’s dream. With this guide, you can ensure you find every secret and collectible, enhancing your gameplay and getting you on the route to 100% completion. To find more collectibles in Doom: The Dark Ages, view here!

As ever, careful exploration and a good eye for detail are key, no matter what mission you’re playing in Doom: The Dark Ages. Good hunting!

This article first appeared on Total Apex Gaming and was syndicated with permission.

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