Cryptic clues are common riddle clues in higher level clues, but they can be found in lower level clues on occasion. They will lead the player to an NPC to talk to, crates to search, or to a location where they are to dig. Hard level clues which lead the player to an NPC will normally result in a puzzle box. Some clues require the player to obtain a key from a nearby monster to access the needed location. These chest key clues are usually found on lower level trails. Oddly, if there is a key involved in the clue, it is possible to get the key before reading the hint, which could save the player some time.