In Black Myth: Wukong, Soaks play a crucial role in enhancing the effects of the Healing Gourd, providing players with a strategic edge during combat. Soaks can be added or removed from the Gourd at any Shrine, allowing for customization based on the challenges you face. Below is a detailed guide to all the Soak locations, organized by chapter, to help you maximize your potential in the game.
How to Find All Soak Locations in Black Myth: Wukong?
Chapter 1: Black Wind Mountain
Soak #1: Gall Gem
Location: Bamboo Grove > Marsh of White Mist
How to Obtain: After defeating the snake enemy near the shrine, you will encounter Shen Monkey, a friendly NPC who will give you the Gall Gem automatically after a brief cutscene.
Soak #2: Tender Jade Lotus
Location: Black Wind Cave > Cave Interior
How to Obtain: From the shrine, head right and you’ll find a Jade Lotus as soon as you step in the water. The type of Jade Lotus you find is random, so patience is key. If you don’t get the Tender Jade Lotus, try returning after some time or explore other watery locations for better luck.
Chapter 2: Yellow Wind Ridge
Soak #3: Laurel Buds
Location: Sandgate Village > Village Entrance
How to Obtain: Cross the bridge and ascend the rocky hills to reach the village. On the right side of the village gate, you’ll find a container guarded by a shaman rat that holds the Laurel Buds.
Soak #4: Steel Ginseng
Location: Fright Cliff > Squall Hideout
How to Obtain: Near the path leading to the Man-In Stone, you’ll find a ginseng plant. The Steel Ginseng drop is random, so you may need to revisit this location after some time or make a backup save before farming.
Soak #5: Iron Pellet
Location: Fright Cliff > Squall Hideout
How to Obtain: Purchase the Iron Pellet from Man-In Stone’s store for 6480 Will after completing his quest.
Soak #6: Tiger Relic
Location: Crouching Tiger Temple > Temple Entrance
How to Obtain: After defeating the “Tiger Vanguard” boss, you will unlock a new floor. Before sliding down the sand slide, look for a ledge with a table where you’ll find the Tiger Relic.
Soak #7: Copper Pill
Location: Crouching Tiger Temple > Temple Entrance
How to Obtain: After defeating the “Tiger Vanguard” boss, continue along the path to find a small chest with the Copper Pill.
Soak #8: Goat Skull
Location: Secret: Kingdom of Sahālī > Sandgate Bound
How to Obtain: Head southwest up the hill from the shrine until you find a broken dragon statue. Nearby, you’ll find Licorice plants, which may drop the Goat Skull. As with other random drops, patience and persistence are required.
Chapter 3: The New West
Soak #9: Celestial Lotus Seeds
Location: Purchased from Shen Monkey at Black Wind Mountain > Bamboo Grove > Marsh of White Mist
How to Obtain: Available for purchase at the start of Chapter 3.
Soak #10: Thunderbolt Horn
Location: Purchased from Shen Monkey at Black Wind Mountain > Bamboo Grove > Marsh of White Mist
How to Obtain: Available for purchase at the start of Chapter 3.
Soak #11: Stranded Loong’s Whisker
Location: Snowhill Path > Mirrormere
How to Obtain: From the Shrine, head across the lake to find a hidden island with a chest containing the Stranded Loong’s Whisker.
Soak #12: Breath of Fire
Location: Bitter Lake > Turtle Island
How to Obtain: Dropped by the “Cyan Loong” boss, who only appears if you have the Loong Scales from Chapter 2.
Soak #13: Turtle Tear
Location: Bitter Lake > North Shore
How to Obtain: After defeating the “Apramana Bat” boss, interact with the skeleton on the left to trigger a cutscene. The Turtle Tear will appear under the turtle’s head on the coast.
Soak #14: Sweet Ice
Location: New Thunderclap Temple > Temple Entrance
How to Obtain: From the shrine, take the right path past monks in red robes to find a small container upstairs containing the Sweet Ice.
Chapter 4: The Webbed Hollow
Soak #15: Goji Shoots
Location: Webbed Hollow > Upper Hollow
How to Obtain: From the shrine, take the left path to the last building in the corner upstairs where you’ll find a golden container with the Goji Shoots.
Soak #16: Purple-Veined Peach Pit
Location: Webbed Hollow > The Verdure Bridge
How to Obtain: Take the left path from the shrine and continue until you encounter a cutscene. Open the treasure chests in the area for various items, including the Purple-Veined Peach Pit.
Soak #17: Deathstinger
Location: Webbed Hollow > The Verdure Bridge
How to Obtain: Defeat the Scorpion enemy in the village near the Verdure Bridge to obtain the Deathstinger.
Soak #18: Bee Mountain Stone
Location: Temple of the Yellow Flower > Mountain Trail
How to Obtain: After passing the first yellow-clad enemy, turn left to find a golden turtle container with the Bee Mountain Stone.
Soak #19: Fruit of Dao
Location: Temple of the Yellow Flower > Mountain Trail
How to Obtain: Defeat all enemies in the area with the long-neck tiger to collect the Fruit of Dao, though it may require multiple attempts due to its random drop nature.
Soak #20: Undying Vine
Location: Purple Cloud Mountain > Valley of Blooms
How to Obtain: Farm the Verdant Glow enemy in the Valley of Blooms for the rare Undying Vine drop.
Soak #21: Double-Combed Rooster Blood
Location: Purple Cloud Mountain > Duskveil Boss
How to Obtain: Defeat the Duskveil boss at the end of the Purple Cloud Mountain secret area to obtain the Double-Combed Rooster Blood.
Chapter 5: Flaming Mountains
Soak #22: Mount Lingtai Seedlings
Location: Woods of Ember > Camp of Seasons
How to Obtain: Continue along the main path from the shrine until you find a golden turtle container containing the Mount Lingtai Seedlings.
Soak #23: Flame Mediator
Location: Field of Fire > Ashen Pass III
How to Obtain: Defeat the large lava rock enemy in the alcove left of the shrine to obtain the Flame Mediator. The drop is random, so it may take multiple attempts.
Soak #24: Slumbering Beetle Husk
Location: Furnace Valley > The Emerald Hall
How to Obtain: After defeating the Yin-Yang Fish boss, you’ll find the Slumbering Beetle Husk in a golden turtle container on the left side of the Emerald Hall.
Chapter 6: Mount Huaguo
Soak #25: Flower Primes
Location: Purchased from Shen Monkey at Black Wind Mountain > Bamboo Grove > Marsh of White Mist
How to Obtain: Available for purchase at the start of Chapter 6.
Soak #26: Graceful Orchid
Location: Zodiac Village
How to Obtain: Given by Chen Loong after you’ve collected all other Seeds.
New Game+
Soak #27: Guan Yin Willow Leaf
Location: Purchased from Xu Dog in New Game+
How to Obtain: Available for purchase exclusively in New Game+ mode.
This guide covers all known Soak locations in Black Myth: Wukong. By following these steps, you can ensure that you collect every Soak available in the game, enhancing your Healing Gourd and giving you a significant advantage in your journey through the mythical world of Wukong.
