Unveiling the Secrets of Wuthering Waves: Mastery of the Nightmare Crownless

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• Ruins Where Shadows Roam Quest Guide
• Unlocking Nightmare Crownless in Wuthering Waves

Nightmare Crownless is a formidable new Nightmare Echo in Wuthering Waves, a boosted Overlord-class Echo. Its enhanced Havoc and Basic Attack DMG make it a valuable asset for specific character builds.

Like other Nightmare Echoes, Nightmare Crownless is obtainable from its overworld location. However, unlocking access requires completing the "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" quest and an additional step. Follow these instructions to acquire this powerful Echo.

Ruins Where Shadows Roam Quest Guide

This quest isn't initiated through an NPC or world interaction. Instead, locate it within the Exploration Progress menu for the Penitent's End region of Rinascita. Access this menu via your map's compass icon (top-left corner).

"Ruins Where Shadows Roam" is closely linked to the optional "Quest of Faith." This involves defeating four enemies in designated Penitent's End areas. Begin at the Resonance Beacon across the Wailing Ascent's broken bridge. Interact with the prompt near the circular arena adjacent to the beacon. This triggers a battle against a Questless Knight, similar to those encountered in WuWa's "Silver Moon? Crimson Moon?" quest.

Defeating these knights requires strategic positioning. Lure them near lit Macabre Torches within the arena. Reignite extinguished torches by maneuvering Fae Ignis enemies to strike them. Avoid using high-damage skills near torches to prevent accidental extinguishment.

How to Unlock Nightmare Crownless in Wuthering Waves

After completing "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" and "Quest of Faith," locate all four Dream Patrols in Penitent's End. While completing these patrols isn't mandatory for unlocking Nightmare Crownless, doing so yields additional resources and Monnaie. The image above shows their locations. Upon discovering all patrols, Nightmare Crownless will appear on your map within the ruins north of Penitent's End.

Remember that Nightmare Echoes utilize Enhanced Absorption charges, significantly boosting Echo drop rates. Players receive only 15 charges weekly; manage them wisely if developing multiple characters.