Helping the Man Trapped in Stone in Black Myth: Wukong: A Complete Guide
As you progress through Chapter 2 of Black Myth: Wukong, you'll encounter a mysterious man trapped in stone, begging for help. This article will guide you through the process of rescuing him and the unexpected turn of events that follows.
Locating the Man in Stone
To start, you'll need to find the man in stone. His location is near the Squal's Hideout Shrine. Simply follow the path until you reach the crevis, or take a shortcut and jump down (just be prepared for some fall damage). Once you approach the man, he'll reveal that something strange is happening in the caves, where men are being turned into rock guais. He'll ask for your help in investigating this phenomenon.
Reaching the Cave and Defeating the Mother of Stones Boss
After accepting the quest, head towards the Rockrest Shrine. From there, look for a cave opening on your left side and enter it. Immediately take a right turn onto the path leading upwards. This path will lead you to the Mother of Stones boss.
Defeating the Mother of Stones is relatively easy. Focus on taking out the nearby rock guais first, so they don't interrupt your battle with the boss. Use the A Pluck of Many spell to spawn clones of Destined One, which will help distract the other rock guais while you attack the Mother of Stones.
After defeating the boss, you'll receive the Stone Essence key item. Take a moment to explore the left path of the cave, where you'll find a stone Buddha head and a set of Buddha eyes that will become important later. Now, backtrack out of the cave and head back to the Man in Stone.
Returning to the Man in Stone
When you return to the Man in Stone, deliver the Stone Essence to him. He'll thank you and rise from the ground, but his gratitude will be short-lived. He'll become rude and insult the Destined One, prompting a mini-boss fight.
This battle is relatively easy. Focus on dodging his attacks and using the immobilize spell to take him down. After a brief confrontation, you'll defeat the Man in Stone.
Quest Completion and New Store Unlocked
Defeating the Man in Stone will unlock a new spell transformation called Azure Dust. This powerful transformation turns you into a rock guai that's immune to all Four Bane effects. Additionally, the Man in Stone will learn his lesson and become a vendor, selling valuable items to you.
To access the Man in Stone's shop, rest at any Shrine and then return to his location. He'll become a key factor in completing the Drunken Pig quest, selling you the Sobering Stone. Try completing that quest next for more rewards and progress in the game.
Tips and Resources
- Check out our other guides for Black Myth: Wukong, including how to increase max health and mana, the best tips for beginners, and the best early-game skills to unlock first.