The mysterious Bishui Cave, hidden deep within Chapter 5 of Black Myth: Wukong, is a treasure trove of lore and valuable loot, guarded by formidable bosses. This guide will walk you through the steps needed to unlock this secret area and overcome the challenges it presents.
Unlocking the Secrets of Bishui Cave in Chapter 5 of Black Myth: Wukong
Step 1: Initiating the Quest with Pale-Axe Stalwart
Your journey to Bishui Cave begins with an encounter with the Pale-Axe Stalwart, a crucial NPC you’ll find at the start of the area. Initially mistaking you for an enemy, he will engage in battle. However, after realizing you are not one of the invading demons, he reveals himself as an ally and sends you on a quest to defeat a series of powerful demonic carts.
To progress, you must speak with the Pale-Axe Stalwart at the Ashen Pass I Shrine. Continue conversing with him until his dialogue repeats, signaling that it’s time to begin your task. The first cart you need to defeat is nearby, but be prepared—these battles are challenging due to the limited space and the carts’ devastating fire-based attacks.
Step 2: Defeating the Demonic Carts
There are three carts tied to the quest that you must defeat:
- Brown-Iron Cart: Located on a small bridge near where you first meet the Pale-Axe Stalwart, this cart introduces you to the tough battles ahead. After defeating it, speak to Stalwart again at a nearby cliff edge for further instructions.
- Gray-Bronze Cart: Found shortly after the Height of Ember Keeper’s Shrine, this cart presents a significant challenge due to the confined space of the battleground. Use the environment to your advantage, taking cover in gaps to avoid its powerful attacks.
- Crimson-Silver Cart: After vanquishing the Keeper of Flaming Mountain, you’ll encounter this cart. Once it’s defeated, take a moment to rest before speaking with the Pale-Axe Stalwart, who will have moved to a new location nearby.
In addition to these, you may come across The Ma Tianba Cart near the Furnace Entrance Shrine. This cart is not essential to the main quest but is part of a side quest involving the Horse Guai. Keep this in mind to avoid confusion during your journey.
If you find that the Pale-Axe Stalwart is not moving forward after a cart battle, proceed to defeat the next cart in the sequence, then backtrack to check on his progress. Alternatively, you can defeat all the carts and revisit each location to trigger the necessary dialogue.
Step 3: Navigating the Path to Bishui Cave
As you continue the story, you will reach a point where a giant spiked ball threatens to crush you as you navigate a perilous path. Pay close attention to the flames blocking a side path on the right. At this juncture, you will meet Pingping, who will extinguish the flames, revealing the hidden route.
Backtrack slightly and take the now-accessible path, which leads to one of the Samadhi Fire Crystals. Continue following this path downwards until you reach a massive, frozen door. Along the way, you may encounter bosses tied to the Samadhi Fire Crystals—be prepared for these additional challenges.
Step 4: Confronting the Final Boss and Entering Bishui Cave
At the end of the path lies a formidable opponent—the Rusty-Gold Cart. This is the last boss standing between you and the Bishui Cave. Once you defeat it, the path to the secret area will be open. Speak to the Pale-Axe Stalwart near the massive gate to gain entry into Bishui Cave.
Inside, you’ll find that the area is straightforward to explore, with valuable loot and critical lore waiting to be uncovered.
Now that you have successfully navigated the challenges and unlocked the Bishui Cave, be sure to explore thoroughly and enjoy the rewards.
