Wuthering Waves: Unlocking Nightmare Crownless – A Comprehensive Guide
Nightmare Crownless, a powerful Overlord-class Echo in Wuthering Waves, boasts increased Havoc and Basic Attack DMG. This guide details how to unlock this valuable asset. Unlike standard Echoes, Nightmare Crownless requires completing a specific quest and an additional step.
Accessing the "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" Quest
This isn't a typical quest; it's not initiated by an NPC. Instead, locate the "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" entry within the Exploration Progress menu for the Penitent's End region in Rinascita. Access this menu via the compass icon in the upper-left corner of your map.
This quest is intrinsically linked to "Quest of Faith," an optional quest requiring four enemy defeats within Penitent's End. Begin by interacting with the prompt near the circular arena beside the Resonance Beacon (located across the broken bridge in Wailing Ascent). This initiates a battle against a Questless Knight.
Defeating these knights involves strategically positioning them near lit Macabre Torches within the arena. Reignite extinguished torches by luring Fae Ignis enemies to strike them. Avoid using high-damage skills near the torches to prevent accidental extinguishment.
Unlocking Nightmare Crownless
Once "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" and "Quest of Faith" are complete, locate all four Dream Patrols in Penitent's End (see image above for locations). Completing these patrols isn't mandatory for unlocking Nightmare Crownless, but it yields additional resources and Monnaie. After discovering all patrols, Nightmare Crownless will appear on your map within the ruins north of Penitent's End.
Remember, Nightmare Echoes utilize Enhanced Absorption charges, significantly boosting Echo drop rates. Players receive only 15 charges weekly, so allocate them strategically if you're developing multiple characters.
