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Gravecrystals and Gravestars - Version 8 vs Version 9
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11Gravecrystals and Gravestars form the core progression system of the Moonlit Forest in Starsand Island. Throughout the forest, orange-glowing crystalline rocks called Gravecrystals contain trapped spirits known as Gravestars. Freeing these spirits by mining the crystals is required to open the sealed stone doors (called Astral Paths) that block passage between zones. There are 11 Gravecrystals in total, scattered across four major areas of the forest, and collecting each group unlocks the next stage of your journey.22What Are Gravecrystals?44Gravecrystals are special mineral formations found exclusively in the Moonlit Forest. They look similar to Fluorite veins but are distinguished by their orange or reddish glow and a faint smoky aura surrounding them. As you get closer, you can hear a distinct humming sound that grows louder. Earlier versions of the game referred to these as "Gravemites," though the name was later updated to Gravecrystals.66Unlike regular mining nodes, Gravecrystals do not respawn after being broken. Each one is a single-use collectible tied to the forest's progression. You mine them using any pickaxe, and when the crystal shatters, the trapped Gravestar spirit inside floats free. The spirit then travels on its own toward the nearest Astral Path, so you do not need to carry it in your inventory.99What Are Gravestars?1111Gravestars are the spirits released from Gravecrystals. Once freed, each Gravestar drifts autonomously along the forest paths toward an Astral Path, which is a sealed stone door with empty star sigils carved into a ring around it. Each empty sigil represents one missing Gravestar. When all the required Gravestars for a particular Astral Path have been freed and return to their slots, the door opens permanently and grants access to the next zone.1313In some locations, opening an Astral Path also causes a hidden treasure chest to appear nearby as a bonus reward. These chests contain valuable resources, coins, and occasionally crafting blueprints.1515Total Count and Distribution1717The Moonlit Forest contains 11 Gravecrystals distributed across four zones. Each zone has its own set of Gravecrystals and a corresponding Astral Path to unlock.1919ZoneGravecrystalsRewardGate of Life3Opens the Gate of Life; treasure chest at the entranceCrystalith Hideout3Treasure chest at the purple mushroom baseMural Valley3Treasure chest on the cliffs above the pathHarvest Yard2Required to power the waterwheel mechanism2121Zone-by-Zone Locations2222Gate of Life Area (3 Gravecrystals)2424The Gate of Life is the first major progression checkpoint in the Evernight Forest. Before you can reach all three Gravecrystals in this area, you need to repair the broken bridge near the entrance using 15 Stone. This bridge is essential because the freed spirit from the first Gravecrystal needs a path to cross the gap.2626Spirit #LocationNotes1By the broken bridge northeast of the campRepair the bridge with 15 Stone first so the freed spirit can cross2Near the Gate of Life camp, uphill from the tent toward the sealed doorHidden in foliage; look for the orange glow3On the small cliffs directly south of the Gate of Life, in the far cornerEasy to miss; check the southern edge of the area2828After all three spirits reach the Astral Path, the Gate of Life opens. A treasure chest spawns in front of the gate containing resources and coins. Beyond the gate lies Dreamfall Garden, the next zone in the forest.2929Crystalith Hideout (3 Gravecrystals)3131The Crystalith Hideout becomes accessible after you defeat the Crystalith boss in Dreamfall Garden. This area features towering purple mushrooms and gold veins. The three Gravecrystals here are spread across the paths leading toward Azure Bay.3333Spirit #LocationNotes1At the start of the path leading to Azure BayVisible along the main trail2On the opposite side of the same pathCheck both sides of the walkway3Above the giant purple mushrooms to the far left of the hideoutClimb the rocky ledge to reach it3535The spirits converge on an Astral Path near the base of the purple mushrooms. A treasure chest appears there once all three spirits arrive, containing valuable crafting materials and coins.3636Mural Valley (3 Gravecrystals)3838Mural Valley is accessed after passing through Azure Bay and opening the Bronze Gate. The area features ancient murals painted on the rock walls and a campsite by the river. The three Gravecrystals in this zone are scattered around the camp and the surrounding terrain.4040Spirit #LocationNotes1By rocks between the camp and the riverNear the water's edge2Right side of the campsiteClose to the tent area3Down the far-left path on the mapRequires a short detour from the main route4242The spirits gather at a resting place on the cliffs to the left of the path between Azure Bay and Mural Valley. The treasure chest that appears is perched up on the cliff face rather than at ground level, so look upward. This chest contains high-tier resources useful for late-game crafting.4343Harvest Yard (2 Gravecrystals)4545The Harvest Yard is one of the later zones in the Moonlit Forest, accessible after defeating the Glintortle boss. Only two Gravecrystals exist here, and one of them is unique because the spirit is trapped inside a bubble near the bridge rather than a standard rock formation.4747Spirit #LocationNotes1Trapped in a bubble by the bridgeMust be freed from the bubble before it can be mined2In the clearing next to the Grain Haven campStandard Gravecrystal; mine with a pickaxe4949Unlike the other zones, freeing the Harvest Yard spirits does not open a door. Instead, these two Gravestars are required to get the waterwheel mechanism working. The waterwheel also requires additional materials: 5 Primorite, 5 Magnetite, 5 Gold, and 1 Waterwheel Bearing (obtained from Zephyria as part of the Senior Explorer Trial). Once the waterwheel is operational, it grants access to both Grain Haven (above) and Darkwater Shore (below).5050Tips for Finding Gravecrystals5252Listen for the hum. Gravecrystals emit a sound that gets louder as you approach. If you hear humming while exploring, stop and scan the area carefully.Look for the orange glow. Fluorite veins glow yellow, while Gravecrystals glow orange or reddish. In the blue-purple environment of the Moonlit Forest, the warm orange stands out once you know what to look for.Check elevated terrain. Several Gravecrystals sit on ledges, cliff edges, or elevated rocky outcrops rather than at ground level. Look upward and explore any paths that lead to higher ground.Mine proactively. When you spot a Gravecrystal, mine it immediately. The freed spirit travels on its own, so there is no downside to releasing it early. Waiting just means extra backtracking later.Repair bridges first. In the Gate of Life area, the freed spirit cannot cross the gap if the bridge is still broken. Always repair the bridge with 15 Stone before mining the first Gravecrystal.5454Related Progression Mechanics5656Gravecrystals and their Astral Paths are one of several gating mechanics in the Moonlit Forest. Other progression systems include Moonweaver Repair (activating campsites with Fluorite), the Ruins Keys puzzle (opening the Bronze Gate), boss fights that drop key items, and paths blocked by brambles or vines that require special arrow types. Together, these systems create a linear but exploration-heavy dungeon that rewards thorough scouting of each zone before moving forward.5858Treasure Chest Rewards6060Each group of Gravecrystals unlocks a hidden treasure chest when all spirits in that zone are freed. These chests are separate from the standard treasure chests scattered throughout the Moonlit Forest, and they often contain higher-value loot.6262ZoneChest LocationNotable ContentsGate of LifeIn front of the Gate of Life entranceResources, coins, and crafting materialsCrystalith HideoutBase of the giant purple mushroomsAdvanced crafting materials and coinsMural ValleyOn the cliffs between Azure Bay and Mural ValleyHigh-tier resources for late-game craftingHarvest YardN/A (spirits power the waterwheel instead)Access to Grain Haven and Darkwater Shore6464Connection to Boss Encounters6565While bosses in the Moonlit Forest are mechanically separate from the Gravecrystal system, they occupy the same zones and often gate access to the next set of Gravecrystals.6767BossZoneRelationship to GravecrystalsRunebirdGate of Life areaFirst boss; defeated with slingshot. Drops Runebird Fragment for Apprentice Explorer certificationCrystalithDreamfall GardenDefeating it opens the path to Crystalith Hideout, where 3 more Gravecrystals waitGlintortleBeyond the Bronze GateDefeating it opens Harvest Yard, which contains the final 2 GravecrystalsRuin GuardMoonlight MeadowFinal boss; no Gravecrystals involved. Leads to the Luna Deer altar6969Frequently Asked Questions7070Can I carry Gravestars in my inventory?7272No. Gravestars are spirits that move on their own once freed. They cannot be picked up, stored, or traded. Simply mine the Gravecrystal and the spirit handles the rest.7474Do Gravecrystals respawn?7676No. Each Gravecrystal is a one-time collectible. Once mined, it is gone permanently. There are exactly 11 in the entire Moonlit Forest.7878What if I mine a Gravecrystal before repairing the bridge?8080In the Gate of Life area, the freed spirit may get stuck if the bridge is still broken. Repair the bridge with 15 Stone before mining the first crystal to avoid any issues.8282Are Gravecrystals used in any crafting recipes?8484No. Gravecrystals serve a purely progression-based function. They are not inventory items and cannot be used for crafting, selling, or trading. Their only purpose is to release Gravestars that open Astral Paths.
