"Brigade, the department's specialists have deciphered another communiqué from our friend Bes. Which brings us here to the North African desert. However, they've yet to offer any intelligence on this 'Curse of the Thrice-Damned'. Recover the second half of this Bes fellow's shield, perhaps then we'll better know what we're dealing with and how to put a stop to it. Good luck."

Below you will find some helpful hints for tackling this mystery, but be warned! There will be spoilers...

Collectibles:

• 4 Jars
  
• 4 Antique Figures
  
• 5 Diaries
  
• 6 Cats

Objective:
"Find a way into the city"
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After parachuting into the sinkhole, it's not long before you are met by a 'welcoming committee', but don't let that distract you from puzzles!

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Cat
  
• 1 Diary

"Reach the forgotten temple"
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The door opens to reveal the subterranean city, but there's not much time for sight-seeing unfortunately. Find the scarab key to open the first door, which leads you to the horrible hive! Ugh, disgusting. Stick to the patches of sunlight to help buy some time while you pick off the nests. Watch out for scorpions! Grenades are useful for dealing with the nests quickly.

Collectibles in this area:

• 2 Jars
  
• 1 Diary

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Remember to explore these ancient streets for valuable finds, while you search for a way into the city!

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Cat
  
• 1 Diary

Survive the sinister sanctum siege. You come out of the sanctum into the comparatively airy environs of the cave. Follow the derelict streets below the waterfalls.

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Antique Figure
  
• 1 Diary

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Survive the garden siege before delving deeper into the ancient city.

Explore the treacherous tunnels, and keep an eye out for the treasure mummy while you head for the forgotten temple.

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Cat
  
• 1 Antique Figure

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Duck and roll, Strange Brigade! You'll need your wits about you as you make your way through the mysterious maze.

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Cat
  
• 1 Jar
  
• 1 Antique Figure
  
• 1 Diary

Your next destination is the forgotten temple. It should be as simple as walking through that ominously shaking door, right!?

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Cat

Presumably you've survived the temple ambush. Well, those booby traps haven't finished with you yet! Overcome this fearsome foyer.

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Cat
  
• 1 Jar

Hidden area: Path of the Gods

Collectibles in this area:

• 1 Antique Figure

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Now all that's left to do is to walk over and release the shield of Bes... oh dear...