Librarian Tidy Up the Arcane Library keys are four hidden in the library. Finding them lets you open matching chests that give permanent upgrades.
In the game, these upgrades are officially known as Minor Magic. They’re separate from the Major Magic spells you unlock by leveling up through completing shelves. You can find all the keys and unlock all Minor Magic right at the start of a new game if you know where to look, which gives you a massive head start.
Quick key locations guide:
- Red Key: Right in front of you when you spawn, hanging directly under the big crest on the wall.
- Yellow Key: On the first floor stairs near the Crimson Chest. Jump into the decorative vase on the banister and look inside it.
- Blue Key: Second floor, opposite side from spawn. On the top shelf of the back-right bookcase. Jump to reach it.
- Green Key: First floor, near the big table with the scale. Check the wooden benches on the right side (it’s buried under a pile of books).
Exact Key Locations & Rewards:
1. Crimson Octagon Key (Red Key)
This is the easiest one, and you should grab it right away. As soon as you load into the game, look straight ahead at the big crest/insignia on the wall (right in front of the starting podium). The red key is hanging directly underneath it.
What it gives: Unlocks jumping. Super important because you need it to reach the other keys and some high shelves.
2. Golden Diamond Key (Gold/Yellow Key)
Head to the first floor stairs, near the Crimson Chest. Look for a decorative vase sitting on the banister. Jump on top of the vase and check inside. The gold key is hidden there.
What it gives: +3 Carry Capacity (you can hold a lot more books at once).
3. Azure Star Key (Blue Key)
Go up to the second floor, to the opposite side of the room from where you started. Walk to the back shelves and look at the top shelf on the right side. Jump up to grab it.
What it gives: +2 Carry Capacity.
4. Emerald Club Key (Green Key)
Back on the first floor, near the big table with the scale. Check the wooden benches on the right side of the table. The green key is buried under a pile of books. Just pick up or move the books around and it’ll appear.
What it gives: Unlocks sprinting (run much faster).
Quick Tips for Finding Keys
Playing the game for a few hours helped me write these tips for a faster run:
- Grab the red key first, jumping makes everything else easier.
- The keys match the chests by shape and color, so you’ll know which chest each one opens.
- Keep an eye out for glowing or out-of-place objects. Some keys are really well hidden (especially the one in the vase and under the books).
- There are magical sorting powers you unlock by completing shelves (like auto-sort, highlight series, etc.). The key upgrades pair perfectly with these.
- The library has two floors with tons of sections. Take it one section at a time for the best results.
- After you tidy everything up, there’s even a special stage you can unlock.
These upgrades honestly make the whole experience way more fun. Once you have all four keys and a few sorting spells, you’ll fly through the books.
Why These Key Locations Matter
The Librarian Tidy Up the Arcane Library keys open these chests and the game changes for the better. You’ll move faster, carry way more books, and actually enjoy tidying up the magical chaos instead of getting annoyed by it.
The upgrades make a huge difference, especially when you’re trying to 100% the library or go for the perfect run. So, take a few minutes early on to hunt them down. You won’t regret it. Happy tidying.
FAQs
Do I need all the keys?
Yes, if you want the best experience. They’re not mandatory but they make the game much smoother.
Can I miss any keys permanently?
Nope! Nothing disappears. You can find them anytime, even after cleaning most of the library.
What’s the best order to get them?
Red key first → Gold key (vase) → Blue key (top shelf) → Green key (under books). Jumping makes the rest easy.
Are there more than four keys?
No, only these four special ones.
Do the keys help with achievements?
Yes, having full upgrades helps a lot when going for fast clears or perfect organization achievements.
What’s the difference between Minor and Major Magic?
Minor Magic consists of the four permanent physical upgrades you get from the locked chests. Major Magic, on the other hand, is a set of powerful spells (like Assemble and Insight) that you unlock and level up by spending points you earn from correctly completing rows of books.
