Save the Emperor: The Alchemy Mission, Prague

 In this quest, Prague itself comes alive — statues whisper secrets, legends tease you, and Death lurks with dark humor. With every puzzle solved, you gather ingredients for the Philosopher’s Stone, turning the city into your own alchemical adventure. From Old Town Square to Charles Bridge and finally the Castle, discover Prague’s most iconic landmarks through mystery, magic, and play. 

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Highlights

    Experience Prague as an alchemical adventure — a mix of mystery, humor, and legend.Create the Philosopher’s Stone step by step, filling your Golden Chalice with magical ingredients.Meet Prague’s statues and saints as living characters — from the playful Infant Jesus to Death himself.

Storyline

Prague, year 1600. Emperor Rudolf II turns the city into the heart of alchemy and mystery. Hidden societies move in shadows, symbols speak to those who can read them, and whispers tell of the Philosopher’s Stone.

You have been chosen by the Academia Curiosorum Hominum. Seek secret ingredients scattered across the city. Only when all are gathered can the Stone be created.

But beware — Prague itself will test you with riddles and illusions. Trust your mind and remember: the Emperor waits for no one.

 

Places you will visit

12

It will take you

72-102 mins

You will walk

3810 steps

Total distance

2.9 km

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AleDj

09 Oct 2025

Ingrid van der Heijden

09 Oct 2025

miri

17 Sep 2025
great tour with interesting riddles. we tested the beta version, only recommendation we have is to adapt the first few chapters a bit so that this quest is not overlapping with the other Prague alchemy quest!

Marion Kahli

08 Sep 2025

Randomtac

04 Sep 2025
Nice historical facts and some funny encouters with fictional and historical characters.

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