It's a great puzzle lol and for sure NOT a bug so far I known (playing on xbox)
You are free to use some map of a guide, but finding the solution on your own is much more fun !
On 7th of february 2015 : I start a new adventure in the Divinity world of Original Sin, it's a Fantastic Freaking Fabulous Funny ... it's my All Time Favorite One !
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