Black Myth Wukong Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

Upgrade your Gourd by finding every Luojia Fragrant Vine in Black Myth Wukong

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Looking for Luojia Fragrant Vines in Black Myth Wukong? If you wish to upgrade your Gourds to get increased Gourd ‘uses’ - meaning more health recovery before you need to rest at a Shrine - Luojia Fragrant Vine is the item you need.

Luojia Fragrant Vines are hidden across Black Myth Wukong ’s many regions, where they’ll appear as sparkly yellow flowers growing against large trees. Despite their soft glow, beware that these vines are fairly easy to miss unless you know where to look.

That’s where this guide comes in; whether you search for them in the wild or buy them from Shen Monkey, here’s how to find every Luojia Fragrant Vine location in Black Myth Wukong. Once you’ve gathered a bunch of them, just visit the Shen Monkey to get your well-earned Gourd upgrades.

In this guide:

• Luojia Fragrant Vines sold by Shen Monkey
• Chapter 1 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
• Chapter 2 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
• Chapter 3 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
• Chapter 4 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
• Chapter 5 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

Look for the sparkly flowers. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Luojia Fragrant Vines sold by Shen Monkey

Not every Luojia Fragrant Vine is found in the wilds; you can purchase up to three Luojia Fragrant Vines from the Shen Monkey. Although this merchant becomes available in Chapter 1, beware that he doesn’t have any Luojia Fragrant Vines in his inventory yet, as you must meet the requirements first:

• Luojia Fragrant Vine 1: Complete Chapter 2
• Luojia Fragrant Vine 2: Complete Chapter 3
• Luojia Fragrant Vine 3: Complete Chapter 4

In other words, you can buy your first Luojia Fragrant Vine at the start of Chapter 3 by traveling back to the Shen Monkey and buying it from him. He’s stationed near the Marsh of White Mist Keeper’s Shrine in the Black Wind Mountain’s Bamboo Grove (Chapter 1). Walk down the wooden platforms and turn right at the first opportunity to find him. The first vine costs 2000 Will, the second costs 3000 Will, and the third costs 6000 Will.

Buy up to three Luojia Fragrant Vines from the Shen Monkey |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Beware that once you’ve completed Chen Loong’s questline , Shen Monkey will move to the Zodiac Village - the hidden region unlocked during this quest.

Chapter 1 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

There’s only one hidden Luojia Fragrant Vine location on Black Wind Mountain, and it’s right next to the Marsh of White Mist Shrine. Turn your back to the Shrine and look across the path; you’ll see the vines growing on a large tree behind the bamboo.

Inspect the bushes opposite the Shrine. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Chapter 2 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

There are two Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 2. Before you start searching for them, make sure you’ve unlocked the nearby Shrines. Our Black Myth Wukong Keeper’s Shrine guide can help you with that.

Windrest Bridge, Yellow Wind Formation

Start from the Windrest Bridge Shrine in Yellow Wind Formation, then cross the bridge and pass through the old village (go left at the first opportunity, up the stairs to your right, then down the stairs to your right, and then left). As soon as you leave the village through the back gate, you’ll see the Luojia Fragrant Vines on your right.

Leave the village through this exit. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Windseal Gate, Yellow Wind Formation

Go to the Windseal Gate Shrine in Yellow Wind Formation and walk in the direction of the high tower. Just in front of the tower, turn left - the Luojia Fragrant Vine is in front of you, next to a statue. Be careful though; that enemy in front of the vines is the Gore-Eye Daoist, who’ll immediately attack you.

Turn left when you reach the tower, but beware of the enemy. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Chapter 3 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

Besides the one you can buy from Shen Monkey, there are three Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 3. Here’s where to find them.

Outside the Wheel, Pagoda Realm

Start at the Outside the Wheel Shrine in the Pagoda Realm (which is at the top, following the ‘rotating’ pagoda section) and go upstairs into the dark cave. There’s a shallow pond with the Luojia Fragrant Vines behind it.

Visit the pond inside the large cave. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

North Shore of the Bitter Lake, Bitter Lake

Following the Pagoda Realm, you’ll find yourself on some snowy plains with a massive frozen lake in the middle; the Bitter Lake. Go to the North Shore of the Bitter Lake Shrine and walk in the direction of the lake, then turn left at the shore. Keep following the shoreline for a while until you see the spine fossil - it’s shaped like an arch across the path. Instead of passing through this arch, take the path to the left.

Turn left when you see the arched fossil. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Turn left at the first opportunity, and left again when you reach the top of the stairs. You can easily recognize the correct gate by the two flames at the entrance. The Luojia Fragrant Vines will be in front of you, but beware that two airborne enemies will spawn when you approach.

Pass through this gate to find the Luojia Fragrant Vines. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Longevity Road, Valley of Ecstasy

Start from the Longevity Road Shrine (on the road leading past the massive guardian), and run down the slope behind the Shrine, away from the path. The lower road leads to a staircase; go up those stairs and continue following the path for a while - just run in the same direction until you eventually find an open spot with the Luojia Fragrant Vines on the other side. Beware of the airborne enemy who will spawn upon your approach.

Drop down and continue in the same direction. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Chapter 4 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

There are four Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 4. The one near the Cliff of Oblivion is probably the hardest to find, but beware that the one on Purple Cloud Mountain requires access to this secret area. To get there, you must defeat the Venom Daoist boss twice: when he’s stuck in the “Odd Cocoon " near the Pool of Shattered Jade Shrine, and in the arena accessible from the top of the hill behind the Court of Illumination Shrine.

The Verdure Bridge, Webbed Hollow

This Luojia Fragrant Vine location is in the old village behind The Verdure Bridge Shrine. Starting from this Shrine, cross the green algae-covered wooden platform and turn left. Instead of crossing the bridge, drop down into the gorge on your right and follow the path ahead (stick to the left). This path leads into the village where you’ll find the Luojia Fragrant Vine in the center, guarded by a large scorpion enemy.

It’s in the old village, but watch out for the scorpion guard. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Cliff of Oblivion, Webbed Hollow

Facing the Cliff of Oblivion Shrine, take the path to the left (if this is your first visit, you must defeat Buddha’s Right Hand to continue). Go straight ahead, cross the dragonfly bridge, and drop down. Immediately turn right and follow the path as it circles around the rock pillar. When you see a small wooden ledge on your left, drop down again.

Not missing the drop-off to the left is the hard part. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Cross the suspension bridge, continue through the large cave room, and cross the narrow bridge between the cocoon spiders. You can use Cloudstep to avoid a fight. In the next area, you’ll find the Luojia Fragrant Vine on your left.

You don’t want to cross that spider-y bridge without Cloudstep. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Mountain Trail, Temple of Yellow Flowers

This Luojia Fragrant Vine location is right next to the Mountain Trail Shrine. It’s almost impossible to miss this Shrine as it’s on the main path just after defeating the Violet Spider boss.

Next to the Mountain Trail Shrine. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Valley of Blooms, Purple Cloud Mountain

The final Luojia Fragrant Vine location in Chapter 4 is very close to the Valley of Blooms Shrine (situated on the main path) on Purple Cloud Mountain. With your back to the Shrine, you can already see the Luojia Fragrant Vine on your right, across the small stream. Beware of the tree-like enemy guarding it.

Once you’ve made your way to Purple Cloud Mountain, this one’s easy to find. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Chapter 5 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations

There are two Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 5. You don’t need to access any secret areas, but beware that you need to make your way to the Bull King (end of the Chapter) to grab the one near the Fallen Furnace Crater.

Height of Ember, Woods of Ember

Walk towards the buildings next to the Height of Ember Shrine. Before you reach the furthest part of the village, walk down to the left. Stick to the right side of the path and it’ll lead you directly to the Luojia Fragrant Vine.

There’s a path leading down to the Luojia Fragrant Vine. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

Fallen Furnace Crater, Field of Fire

From the Fallen Furnace Crater , the final Shrine in the Field of Fire, walk down the slope. As you’re walking away from the Bull King and down the path that was previously guarded by an automated boulder, go left whenever you can. The ashen plains below you are home to the Stone Vanguard boss (looks like glowing rocks from a distance). If you look carefully, you can already spot the Luojia Fragrant Vine on the left side of this boss arena.

Go down the ashen slope and find the Luojia Fragrant Vine near the Stone Vanguard (already defeated in this picture). |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science

These are all the Luojia Fragrant Vines in Black Myth Wukong. Once you’ve found them all, you might want to collect the Awaken Wine Worms and find every boss location too. Don’t forget to unlock all the Keeper’s Shrines along the way and equip the best skills while you’re at it!

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All 75 Arc Raiders Blueprints and where to get them

These areas have the highest chance of giving you Blueprints

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Looking for more Arc Raiders Blueprints? It’s a special day when you find a Blueprint, as they’re among the most valuable items in Arc Raiders. If you find a Blueprint that you haven’t already found, then you must make sure you hold onto it at all costs, because Blueprints are the key to one of the most important and powerful systems of meta-progression in the game.

This guide aims to be the very best guide on Blueprints you can find, starting with a primer on what exactly they are and how they work in Arc Raiders, before delving into exactly where to get Blueprints and the very best farming spots for you to take in your search.

We’ll also go over how to get Blueprints from other unlikely activities, such as destroying Surveyors and completing specific quests. And you’ll also find the full list of all 75 Blueprints in Arc Raiders on this page (including the newest Blueprints added with the Cold Snap update , such as the Deadline Blueprint and Firework Box Blueprint), giving you all the information you need to expand your own crafting repertoire.

In this guide:

• What are Blueprints in Arc Raiders?
• Full Blueprint list: All crafting recipes
• Where to find Blueprints in Arc Raiders Blueprints obtained from quests Blueprints obtained from Trials Best Blueprint farming locations

What are Blueprints in Arc Raiders?

Blueprints in Arc Raiders are special items which, if you manage to extract with them, you can expend to permanently unlock a new crafting recipe in your Workshop. If you manage to extract from a raid with an Anvil Blueprint, for example, you can unlock the ability to craft your very own Anvil Pistol, as many times as you like (as long as you have the crafting materials).

To use a Blueprint, simply open your Inventory while in the lobby, then right-click on the Blueprint and click “Learn And Consume” . This will permanently unlock the recipe for that item in your Workshop. As of the Stella Montis update, there are allegedly 75 different Blueprints to unlock - although only 68 are confirmed to be in the game so far. You can see all the Blueprints you’ve found and unlocked by going to the Workshop menu, and hitting “R” to bring up the Blueprint screen.

It’s possible to find duplicates of past Blueprints you’ve already unlocked. If you find these, then you can either sell them, or - if you like to play with friends - you can take it into a match and gift it to your friend so they can unlock that recipe for themselves. Another option is to keep hold of them until the time comes to donate them to the Expedition.

Full Blueprint list: All crafting recipes

Below is the full list of all the Blueprints that are currently available to find in Arc Raiders, and the crafting recipe required for each item:

Note: The missing Blueprints in this list likely have not actually been added to the game at the time of writing, because none of the playerbase has managed to find any of them. As they are added to the game, I will update this page with the most relevant information so you know exactly how to get all 75 Arc Raiders Blueprints.

Where to find Blueprints in Arc Raiders

Below is a list of all containers, modifiers, and events which maximise your chances of finding Blueprints:

• Certain quests reward you with specific Blueprints .
• Completing Trials has a high chance of offering Blueprints as rewards.
• Surveyors have a decent chance of dropping Blueprints on death.
• High loot value areas tend to have a greater chance of spawning Blueprints.
• Night Raids and Storms may increase rare Blueprint spawn chances in containers.
• Containers with higher numbers of items may have a higher tendency to spawn Blueprints. As a result, Blue Gate (which has many “large” containers containing multiple items) may give you a higher chance of spawning Blueprints.
• Raider containers (Raider Caches, Weapon Boxes, Medical Bags, Grenade Tubes) have increased Blueprint drop rates. As a result, the Uncovered Caches event gives you a high chance of finding Blueprints.
• Security Lockers have a higher than average chance of containing Blueprints.
• Certain Blueprints only seem to spawn under specific circumstances: Tempest Blueprint only spawns during Night Raid events. Vulcano Blueprint only spawns during Hidden Bunker events. Jupiter and Equaliser Blueprints only spawn during Harvester events.

Raider Caches, Weapon Boxes, and other raider-oriented container types have a good chance of offering Blueprints. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Embark Studios

Blueprints have a very low chance of spawning in any container in Arc Raiders, around 1-2% on average. However, there is a higher chance of finding Blueprints in particular container types. Specifically, you can find more Blueprints in Raider containers and security lockers.

Beyond this, if you’re looking for Blueprints you should focus on regions of the map which are marked as having particularly high-value loot. Areas such as the Control Tower in Dam Battlegrounds, the Arrival and Departure Buildings in Spaceport, and Pilgrim’s Peak in Blue Gate all have a better-than-average chance of spawning Blueprints somewhere amongst all their containers. Night Raids and Electromagnetic Storm events also increase the drop chances of certain Blueprints .

In addition to these containers, you can often loot Blueprints from destroyed Surveyors - the largest of the rolling ball ARC. Surveyors are more commonly found on the later maps - Spaceport and Blue Gate - and if one spawns in your match, you’ll likely see it by the blue laser beam that it casts into the sky while “surveying”.

Surveyors are quite well-armoured and will very speedily run away from you once it notices you, but if you can take one down then make sure you loot all its parts for a chance of obtaining certain unusual Blueprints.

Blueprints obtained from quests

One way in which you can get Blueprints is by completing certain quests for the vendors in Speranza. Some quests will reward you with a specific item Blueprint upon completion, so as long as you work through all the quests in Arc Raiders, you are guaranteed those Blueprints.

Here is the full list of all Blueprints you can get from quest rewards:

• Trigger Nade Blueprint: Rewarded after completing “Sparks Fly”.
• Lure Grenade Blueprint: Rewarded after completing “Greasing Her Palms”.
• Burletta Blueprint: Rewarded after completing “Industrial Espionage”.
• Hullcracker Blueprint (and Launcher Ammo Blueprint): Rewarded after completing “The Major’s Footlocker”.

Alas, that’s only 4 Blueprints out of a total of 75 to unlock, so for the vast majority you will need to find them yourself during a raid. If you’re intent on farming Blueprints, then it’s best to equip yourself with cheap gear in case you lose it, but don’t use a free loadout because then you won’t get a safe pocket to stash any new Blueprint you find. No pain in Arc Raiders is sharper than failing to extract with a new Blueprint you’ve been after for a dozen hours already.

One of the best ways to get Blueprints is by hitting three stars on all five Trials every week. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Embark Studios

Blueprints obtained from Trials

One of the very best ways to get Blueprints is as rewards for completing Trials in Arc Raiders. Trials are unlocked from Level 15 onwards, and allow you to earn rewards by focusing on certain tasks over the course of several raids. For example, one Trial might task you with dealing damage to Hornets, while another might challenge you to loot Supply Drops.

Trials refresh on a weekly basis, with a new week bringing five new Trials. Each Trial can offer up to three rewards after passing certain score milestones, and it’s possible to receive very high level loot from these reward crates - including Blueprints. So if you want to unlock as many Blueprints as possible, you should make a point of completing as many Trials as possible each week.

Best Blueprint farming locations

The very best way to get Blueprints is to frequent specific areas of the maps which combine high-tier loot pools with the right types of containers to search. Here are my recommendations for where to find Blueprints on every map, so you can always keep the search going for new crafting recipes to unlock.

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Dam Battlegrounds

The best places to farm Blueprints on Dam Battlegrounds are the Control Tower, Power Generation Complex, Ruby Residence, and Pale Apartments . The first two regions, despite only being marked on the map as mid-tier loot, contain a phenomenal number of containers to loot. The Control Tower can also contain a couple of high-tier Security Lockers - though of course, you’ll need to have unlocked the Security Breach skill at the end of the Survival tree.

There’s also a lot of reporting amongst the playerbase that the Residential areas in the top-left of the map - Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence - give you a comparatively strong chance of finding Blueprints. Considering their size, there’s a high density of containers to loot in both locations, and they also have the benefit of being fairly out of the way. So you’re more likely to have all the containers to yourself.

Buried City

The best Blueprint farming locations on Buried City are the Santa Maria Houses, Grandioso Apartments, Town Hall, and the various buildings of the New District . Grandioso Apartments has a lower number of containers than the rest, but a high chance of spawning weapon cases - which have good Blueprint drop rates. The others are high-tier loot areas, with plenty of lootable containers - including Security Lockers.

Spaceport

The best places to find Blueprints on Spaceport are the Arrival and Departure Buildings, as well as Control Tower A6 and the Launch Towers . All these areas are labelled as high-value loot regions, and many of them are also very handily connected to one another by the Spaceport wall, which you can use to quickly run from one area to the next. At the tops of most of these buildings you’ll find at least one Security Locker, so this is an excellent farming route for players looking to find Blueprints.

The downside to looting Blueprints on Spaceport is that all these areas are hotly contested, particularly in Duos and Squads. You’ll need to be very focused and fast in order to complete the full farming route.

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Blue Gate

Blue Gate tends to have a good chance of dropping Blueprints, potentially because it generally has a high number of containers which can hold lots of items; so there’s a higher chance of a Blueprint spawning in each container. In my experience, the best Blueprint farming spots on Blue Gate are Pilgrim’s Peak, Raider’s Refuge, the Ancient Fort, and the Underground Complex beneath the Warehouse .

All of these areas contain a wealth of containers to loot. Raider’s Refuge has less to loot, but the majority of the containers in and around the Refuge are raider containers, which have a high chance of containing Blueprints - particularly during major events.

Stella Montis

On the whole, Stella Montis seems to have a very low drop rate for Blueprints (though a high chance of dropping other high-tier loot). If you do want to try farming Blueprints on this map, the best places to find Blueprints in Stella Montis are Medical Research, Assembly Workshop, and the Business Center . These areas have the highest density of containers to loot on the map.

In addition to this, the Western Tunnel has a few different Security Lockers to loot, so while there’s very little to loot elsewhere in this area of the map, it’s worth hitting those Security Lockers if you spawn there at the start of a match.

That wraps up this primer on how to get all the Blueprints in Arc Raiders as quickly as possible. With the Expedition system constantly resetting a large number of players’ Blueprints, it’s more important than ever to have the most up-to-date information on where to find all these Blueprints.

While you’re here, be sure to check out our Arc Raiders best guns tier list , as well as our primers on the best skills to unlock and all the different Field Depot locations on every map.

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