Navigating the treacherous corridors of Castle Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village requires both combat skills and puzzle-solving intelligence. To escape this terrifying fortress and progress through Ethan Winters' harrowing journey, players must collect four hidden angelic masks scattered across the estate. Placing these specific items onto the designated statues in the Hall of the Four opens the main courtyard door to freedom.
Finding the Masks of Sorrow and Joy
The Mask of Sorrow is tightly tied to your progression through the lower levels of the castle layout. Players will naturally discover this artifact after surviving a terrifying encounter with Lady Dimitrescu in the flooded cellars. Grabbing the mask triggers a statue mechanism that safely transports you back up to the main courtyard area.
Acquiring the Mask of Joy requires navigating to the upper floors and unlocking the library room. You will first need the Iron Insignia Key to access this part of the estate and defeat one of the persistent daughters waiting inside. Once the area is completely cleared, the prize sits waiting on a decorative altar in the adjoining Hall of Joy.
Securing the Masks of Rage and Pleasure
The Mask of Rage is located in one of the most elevated zones of the entire gothic fortress. Players must solve the five bells puzzle within the Atelier room to open a secret pathway leading up to the cold rooftops. After traversing the snowy walkways and using a zipline to cross the ramparts, you will find this object sitting on an exposed tower balcony.
The Mask of Pleasure is found within a luxurious dressing room on the second floor of the main hall. However, picking up the key item triggers an immediate lock down that seals the exit door until you provide a suitable replacement weight. Players must defeat another daughter in the armory to find a mounted animal skull that fits perfectly on the empty pedestal.
Solving the Hall of the Four Statue Puzzle
Once all four ancient artifacts are safely inside your inventory, you must return to the central hub area near Duke's shopping merchant station. Each bust requires a specific face that corresponds to the cryptic descriptions engraved on the base of the pillars. Paying close attention to the unique expressions on each mask will ensure you place them correctly on the first attempt.
Carefully insert the items to activate the massive locking mechanism on the main double doors. Achieving this milestone marks the definitive end of your initial castle exploration phase and opens the pathway forward into the wider village environment. Overcoming this puzzle prepares you for the even greater survival horror challenges waiting beyond the castle gates.
