Exploring the expansive wilderness surrounding Mount Yotei brings players face to face with unique environmental puzzles known as Reliquaries. Among these ancient sites, the Reliquary of Courage stands out as an early challenge that tests your observational skills. Successfully solving this puzzle unlocks key perks that enhance combat survivability throughout your journey.
Locating the Reliquary of Courage
The Reliquary of Courage is situated within the vibrant expanse of the Yotei Grasslands region. Adventurers can find this site by following the Sarubetsu River branch north past Matsumae Crossing toward the Riverfront Hideout. Positioned near the shoreline, the stone monument is surrounded by four distinct wolf statues set on cardinal directions.
Upon reaching the central pillar, reading the inscribed riddle provides essential clues for solving the puzzle. The text speaks of a lost boy guided by loyal wolves whose eyes remain fixed on the true mountain. Recognizing that Mount Yotei serves as the main directional landmark is the key to deciphering the objective.
Solving the Wolf Statue Riddle
To clear the challenge, you must interact with each of the four surrounding wolf statues individually. Rotate every wolf sculpture until its face points directly west toward Mount Yotei looming in the background. Unlike other complex reliquaries across the region, this initial puzzle does not link rotational mechanics between adjacent statues.
Carefully align the wolf figure behind the altar, as well as the figures positioned to the left, right, and front. Once all four guardians are aimed toward the majestic peak, a brief cutscene will trigger automatically. This cinematic confirmation signals that the environmental mechanism has successfully unlocked.
Rewards and Upgrades
Completing the Reliquary of Courage rewards players with the valuable Charm of Mount Yotei. This useful accessory mitigates incoming damage, giving players an edge during intense combat encounters. Finding additional reliquary sites across other regions allows you to further upgrade the potency of this spiritual charm.
Alongside the stat boost, clearing these hidden locations brings completionists closer to achieving full regional exploration trophies. Taking time to solve these riddles adds deep lore context to Atsu's journey across the feudal landscape. Master these environmental mechanics early to streamline your progression through tougher late-game territories.
