Honkai: Star Rail Januspolis Golden Scapegoat Guide
Honkai: Star Rail Januspolis Golden Scapegoat puzzle guide: solve all five with exact steps, Miracle Book era shifts, and 2026 mechanics.
As Honkai: Star Rail players progress through the Trailblaze Mission centered on Amphoreus, they encounter a series of war-torn lands shaped by the rage of titans or their loyal followers. Among these regions is Januspolis, the "Abyss of Fate," once ruled by the Titan of Passage—a deity capable of controlling the gates of travel. Today, Januspolis lies in ruins, a distorted wasteland caught between two conflicting time dimensions: Dawn and Evernight. This temporal instability makes navigation extremely challenging, but players can use the Miracle Book to shift between eras, unlocking hidden puzzles, chests, and mini-games that are only accessible during specific time periods. One such mini-game is the Golden Scapegoat, a series of five distinct puzzles scattered across Januspolis, each requiring precise movement and strategic use of in-game abilities to complete. Below is a comprehensive guide to locating and solving all five Golden Scapegoat puzzles in 2026, updated for the latest game mechanics and region layouts.
Puzzle 1: Destiny’s Desolation Space Anchor
The first Golden Scapegoat puzzle is tied to the Destiny’s Desolation Space Anchor, a location players will recognize from the main Trailblaze quest. To access it, teleport to the anchor and head down the pathway toward the inner area. This puzzle only appears during the Dawn era, so players must first use the Miracle Book to perform a Miracle and shift the region to Dawn. Once the time is set correctly, follow these exact movement steps to complete the mini-game:
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Right, toward the Flame
Puzzle 2: Everdream Gate Space Anchor (Inner Room)
The second Golden Scapegoat is located inside the Everdream Gate Space Anchor’s inner room, the same space housing the massive justice scale featured in the Trailblaze quest. The puzzle is positioned to the left of the player’s initial spawn point, on the same floor level. Like the first puzzle, it is only available during the Dawn era, so players must use the Miracle Book to shift to Dawn before proceeding. To reach the puzzle’s starting position, head toward the left hallway, turn right, and locate the Golden Scapegoat behind an enemy. A broken bridge blocks access to the puzzle area, so players must use Oronyx’s rewind ability to repair the bridge and cross to the other side. Follow these steps to solve the puzzle:
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Left to fall into the Flame
Puzzle 3: Everdream Gate Space Anchor (Lower Staircase)
The third Golden Scapegoat is also tied to the Everdream Gate Space Anchor, but it is located in a different section of the region. After teleporting to the anchor, head all the way down the staircase to your left. The puzzle is positioned directly behind a group of enemies, so players may need to clear the area first to avoid interruptions. This puzzle does not require a specific time shift, but players should ensure they have sufficient stamina to complete the movement sequence. Follow these steps:
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And Up toward the Flame
Puzzle 4: Scales of Justice Lower Level
The fourth Golden Scapegoat is located behind the Scales of Justice, in the same inner room as the second puzzle. It is only accessible during the Dawn era, and it is positioned on the lower level behind a central doorway. To reach the puzzle’s starting position, enter the room, turn right, and head down the first flight of stairs you encounter. Continue straight, then turn right toward an area housing a Miracle Orb. Interact with the orb and turn it left to shine its light on the boxes blocking the central staircase. Once the boxes are removed, use the right-side stairs to reach the lower level and climb up to the puzzle’s starting position. Follow these steps to solve the puzzle:
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Puzzle 5: Silent Shroud Space Anchor
The fifth and final Golden Scapegoat is located near the Something Space Anchor, a location most players have not unlocked since completing the Trailblaze Mission. To access it, teleport to the Silent Shroud Space Anchor and head down the stairs to your right. Pass through the door and proceed down the corridor to reach the puzzle’s region. Before interacting with any mechanisms, pick up the Blessing located behind your initial spawn point—this buff is essential for safely using Oronyx’s rewind ability to move the broken pillars blocking the path. Once you reach the end of the corridor, pass through the door to arrive at the puzzle location. Follow these steps to solve the puzzle:
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Go Left toward the Flame
Completing all five Golden Scapegoat puzzles rewards players with valuable in-game items, including Ambrosia, Memory Shards, and rare crafting materials, making the effort well worth the time and strategic planning required. For players still exploring Okhema, a related guide covers all Verax Leo statue locations and riddles, offering additional opportunities to collect rare resources.