Navigating the eerie corridors of the Raccoon City Police Department in Resident Evil 2 requires solving intricate environmental environmental puzzles to advance through the story. Among the early challenges players encounter is unlocking the famous Lion Statue situated in the Main Hall. Resolving this combination grants you the Lion Medallion, an essential key required to access the secret underground escape route.
Locating the Lion Statue in the Police Station
The Lion Statue is conveniently located on the second floor of the Main Hall inside the Raccoon City Police Station. As soon as you enter the main building, you can head up the grand central staircase to find the monument sitting prominently on the landing. Interacting with the base of the statue reveals a mechanism requiring three rotating symbol dials.
First Run Solution for the Lion Statue
For players attempting their standard First Run playthrough with either Leon or Claire, the solution is recorded inside Officer Elliot's notebook. To unlock the statue, rotate the dials to select the Lion, Leafy Branch, and Bird symbols in that order. Once correctly entered, the pedestal will release the Lion Medallion directly into your inventory.
Second Run Solution Differences
If you are playing through a Second Run (B Scenario), the combination for the Lion Statue changes significantly. In this mode, the correct symbol alignment is Crown, Torch (or Fire), and Bird. Entering this distinct combination unlocks the medallion and helps you maintain rapid momentum through the darker, more challenging scenario layout.
Using the Lion Medallion Effectively
After acquiring the medallion, you should immediately carry it down to the ground floor of the Main Hall. Insert it into the Goddess Statue base located near Lieutenant Marvin Branagh's station. Depositing the medallion right away ensures you free up valuable inventory slots while making progress toward unlocking the underground passage.
