As travelers journey ever deeper into the jungles and hidden ruins of Sumeru, mysteries and challenges abound. One such puzzle for intrepid explorers is locating the elusive Grove of Dreams to further unravel the ancient memories of the Aranara.
In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll walk you through every step needed to track down this secret area and find the knowledgeable Aranara, Arakunti, within. Follow along to master this quest and uncover more of Sumeru‘s magical lore.
Who Are the Aranara and Why Do We Need to Find Them?
Before we dive into the quest itself, some background on the Aranara is helpful for context. As one of the mythical races of Sumeru alongside forest sprites and vishaps, the Aranara are sentient fungi who safeguard ancient wisdom and memories. They play a pivotal role in many local legends and lore.
The scholarly Aranara Varuna guides us during this multi-part questline to locate historical sites and artifacts to piece together his people‘s distant past. By finding secluded areas like the Grove of Dreams and Aranara like Arakunti, we can help Varuna reconstruct this forgotten knowledge and learn more of Sumeru‘s backstory along the way.
Having context on the significance of the Aranara can help motivate us during tricky quest steps like traversing the maze-like Grove!
Overview of the "Amber Apochrypha" Quest
This specific quest becomes available after reaching Reputation Level 2 in Sumeru and completing the prerequisite Aranyaka quests. Here are the key objectives:
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Meet Varuna at Gandha Hill
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Head to the Grove of Dreams
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Discover the whereabouts of Arakunti
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Return the Amber Tablet to Varuna
Simple enough at first glance, but finding the well-hidden Grove can be quite tricky without knowing where to look on the massive Sumeru map.
Let‘s break down how to efficiently track down this location and complete the quest.
Pinpointing the Grove of Dreams on the Map
The Grove of Dreams lies tucked away in a remote corner of northeastern Sumeru. More specifically, it can be found directly north of the "Slumbering Roots" map marker and east of Devantaka Mountain:
As you can see from my annotated map above, the Grove rests along the cliffs north of the Spire of Solitary Enlightenment domain.
When viewing the in-game map, look for the Slumbering Roots marker near these cliffs. This is the key visual cue for finding the Grove‘s entrance.
If you don‘t yet see the Slumbering Roots marker, progress a bit further along the Aranyaka quest chain to reveal it.
Optimal Route to the Grove from the Nearest Waypoint
Once you‘ve pinpointed the location on your map, you need to navigate there from the nearest Teleport Waypoint.
Here is the most efficient route I would recommend based on my own traversal experiments:
[Insert customized map with optimal route]As the annotated map shows, start from the Teleport Waypoint northeast of Vanarana. Head southeast to cross the river, then navigate south around the cliffs.
Stick close to the cliff face as you round the corner heading west to avoid detection by dangerous ruin machines patrolling the river banks.
As you pass by the Spire of Solitary Enlightenment, look north to spot the Sumeru rose marking the Grove‘s entrance nearby.
Recommended Party Composition
Navigating this remote location and combating the ruin machines along the way is made easier with the right party setup. Here are the ideal characters and roles I would recommend based on their abilities:
| Character | Element | Key Abilities |
|---|---|---|
| Dendro Traveler | Dendro | Dendro skill and burst to counter ruin machines |
| Collei | Dendro | Ranged attacks and Dendro application |
| Tighnari | Dendro | Rapid charged attacks, tracking arrows |
| Zhongli | Geo | Strong shields and crowd control |
As you can see, Dendro characters excel in this area with their elemental reactions countering ruin constructs. Zhongli provides protection and disruption to handle their dangerous attacks.
Adjust your party accordingly to fit your available characters and preferred playstyle. But having strong Dendro application is highly advised.
Step-By-Step Walkthrough to Entering the Grove
Once you navigate to the cliffs north of the Slumbering Roots marker, here are the steps for actually entering the elusive Grove:
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Approach the conspicuous Sumeru rose near the cliffside.
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Look for the massive tree root snaking down the cliff next to the rose.
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Carefully jump and glide down the length of this root to reach the cave-like entrance below.
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Note the partly submerged ruin machine to confirm you‘ve found the correct spot.
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Enter the mystical glowing cave and continue forward when prompted.
Take care not to plunge down too recklessly from the root, as the entrance below sits along the waterline! With the Sumeru rose as your guide, descending the root is the safest way to access the hidden grove.
Drawing Out Arakunti with the Vintage Lyre
Once inside the lush underground grove, you‘ll need to play an enchanted lyre melody to lure Arakunti from hiding.
When prompted, equip the vintage lyre gadget and play the song "Vintage of the Great Dream" by selecting the following sequence of notes:
[Insert lyre melody image]This soothing sequence of notes will summon Arakunti to speak with you. Interact with them to receive the Amber Tablet relic and complete Varuna‘s request.
Take care when playing the melody – go slowly and tap each glowing note in the proper order. With the music to soothe their nerves, Arakunti will cautiously emerge.
Key Takeaways and Concluding Thoughts
The winding path to uncovering Sumeru‘s mystical past continues within the Grove of Dreams. By using the clues and strategies outlined in this guide, you can swiftly track down this hidden oasis and restore another lost Aranara memory.
Here are some key tips to recap:
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Use the Slumbering Roots marker to pinpoint the Grove of Dreams on your map
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Stick close to the cliffs when navigating north to avoid ruin machines
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Look for the Sumeru rose next to the tree root marking the entrance
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Play the "Vintage of the Great Dream" melody slowly on the vintage lyre
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Strong Dendro characters like Collei and Tighnari help counter ruins
While veiled in secrecy, piecing together the traces of the Aranara‘s past rewards us with enlightening perspectives on Sumeru‘s history and inhabitants. Wherever your journey may take you next, may you continue uncovering Teyvat‘s awe-inspiring stories and legends.
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