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11Overview22The Darkwater Shore is a small but important zone in the deeper sections of the Moonlit Forest dungeon. It sits at the bottom of the waterwheel structure, next to a lake at the base of a cliff. The zone serves primarily as a resource farming hub for quest-critical plants and as a unique fishing location. Despite its compact size, Darkwater Shore plays an important role in the Explorer profession questline because it is packed with Eldergrain and Echobeans needed for the Senior Explorer certification.44How to Reach Darkwater Shore66Darkwater Shore is deep in the Moonlit Forest, requiring significant progression through earlier zones. The full path to reach it is:88There is also an alternative route: from the Grain Haven area near a wooden platform by the bridge, you can drop off the cliff into the lake below and land next to Darkwater Shore.1212The Waterwheel Puzzle1414The waterwheel is located in the Harvest Yard and is a bidirectional elevator. It takes you up to Grain Haven or down to Darkwater Shore. Repairing it is one of the more involved puzzles in the dungeon.1616Materials Required1818MaterialQuantityWhere to FindPrimorite5Mural Valley mining nodes and ruins areas; requires Impact HammerMagnetite5Process Uncommon Ore Chunks through the Ore Analyzer (from Soil Mounds near Spiritshade River); also from translucent white deposits in the Glintortle boss arenaGold5Nodes beyond Crystalith Hideout; Mural Valley and ruins areas; requires Impact HammerWaterwheel Bearing1Given by Zephyria when you start the Senior Explorer certification2020Repair Steps2121Magnetite Farming2525Magnetite is the hardest material to obtain. It does not drop from standard mining nodes. The two methods are:2727Glintortle Boss3131The Glintortle is the second major boss of the Moonlit Forest. Its arena is between Mural Valley and the Harvest Yard, so it must be defeated before you can access the waterwheel and Darkwater Shore.3333DetailInfoAppearanceGiant turtleWeak PointGlowing crystal on top of its shell (visible when dazed or after retreating from a spinning attack)AttacksWater beams, waves (jump to dodge), rapid spinning, bubble attacksBest WeaponBow with Bomb Arrows (Slingshot is ineffective)Double DamageHit the shell when it glows bright blue during attacksRewardsWater Arrow blueprint, Fire Arrow blueprint, Pristine Orb blueprint3535Resources3838Quest Plants4040Darkwater Shore is the primary farming location for two quest-critical plants needed for the Senior Explorer certification:4242PlantDescriptionQuest UseEldergrainTall wheat-like plants; abundant at Darkwater Shore and near the waterwheel baseRequired for Youfang's healing formula (Senior Explorer quest)EchobeanBright-colored bean plant with a glowy purple tintRequired for Youfang's healing formula (Senior Explorer quest)4444Both plants are gathered by hand. After collecting them, bring them to Youfang at the temple near Cloudrest Lake, then report back to Zephyria to advance the Explorer questline.4545Other Resources4747ResourceTypeMidnight HerbsForageable plantPasture Grass (+ Seeds)Forageable plantHardwoodWood (requires Impact Axe)SoftwoodWoodFluoriteMineable ore4949All resources in the Moonlit Forest regenerate daily, so Darkwater Shore can be farmed repeatedly for Eldergrain and other materials.5050Fishing: Green Swordtail5252Darkwater Shore has one fishing spot: the small pond at the bottom of the waterwheel. The signature catch here is the Green Swordtail.5454DetailInfoSeasonsAll (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter)Time6:00 AM to 2:00 AMWeatherAll conditionsBaitAll bait types work (Meat, Veggie, Bug)5656This is one of only two fishing spots in the entire Moonlit Forest (the other is at Dreamfall Garden). See the Bait Guide for detailed bait information.5757Campsite5959Darkwater Shore has one campsite requiring 5 Fluorite to activate its Damaged Moonweaver. The camp provides a tent, campfire, and Workbench. Once activated, it is a fast-travel point to other Moonlit Forest camps and the overworld.6161Treasure Chests6363The Moonlit Forest contains 47 treasure chests in total across all zones.6767Progression6969Darkwater Shore is an optional detour off the main path. After gathering resources and fishing, return to the waterwheel and ride it up to Grain Haven to continue deeper into the dungeon. The remaining zones leading to the final boss are:7171ZoneKey FeatureGrain HavenCamp with additional Gravecrystal puzzlesHomeward TrialRunebird fight; Echobean plantsSerenity's RestFire Arrow puzzle (shoot six lights above torches to raise a pathway)Moonlit MeadowFinal zone; Moonstone, Aurorite, and Oilstone mining; Ruin Guard final boss and Luna Deer altar7373Tips7474
