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Looking for Luojia Fragrant Vines in Black Myth Wukong?If you wish to upgrade your Gourds to get increased Gourd ‘uses’ - meaning more health recovery before you need to rest at a Shrine - Luojia Fragrant Vine is the item you need.
Luojia Fragrant Vines are hidden acrossBlack Myth Wukong’s many regions, where they’ll appear as sparkly yellow flowers growing against large trees. Despite their soft glow, beware that these vines are fairly easy to miss unless you know where to look.
That’s where this guide comes in; whether you search for them in the wild or buy them from Shen Monkey, here’s how to find every Luojia Fragrant Vine location in Black Myth Wukong. Once you’ve gathered a bunch of them, just visit the Shen Monkey to get your well-earned Gourd upgrades.
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Look for the sparkly flowers. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Not every Luojia Fragrant Vine is found in the wilds; you canpurchase up to three Luojia Fragrant Vinesfrom the Shen Monkey. Although this merchant becomes available in Chapter 1, beware that he doesn’t have any Luojia Fragrant Vines in his inventory yet, as you must meet the requirements first:
Buy up to three Luojia Fragrant Vines from the Shen Monkey |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Beware that once you’ve completedChen Loong’s questline, Shen Monkey will move to the Zodiac Village - the hidden region unlocked during this quest.
Chapter 1 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
There’s only one hidden Luojia Fragrant Vine location on Black Wind Mountain, and it’s right next to theMarsh of White MistShrine. Turn your back to the Shrine and look across the path; you’ll see the vines growing on a large tree behind the bamboo.
Inspect the bushes opposite the Shrine. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Chapter 2 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
Windrest Bridge, Yellow Wind Formation
Start from theWindrest BridgeShrine in Yellow Wind Formation, then cross the bridge and pass through the old village (go left at the first opportunity, up the stairs to your right, then down the stairs to your right, and then left). As soon as you leave the village through the back gate, you’ll see the Luojia Fragrant Vines on your right.
Leave the village through this exit. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Windseal Gate, Yellow Wind Formation
Go to theWindseal GateShrine in Yellow Wind Formation and walk in the direction of the high tower. Just in front of the tower, turn left - the Luojia Fragrant Vine is in front of you, next to a statue. Be careful though; that enemy in front of the vines is the Gore-Eye Daoist, who’ll immediately attack you.
Turn left when you reach the tower, but beware of the enemy. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Chapter 3 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
Besides the one you can buy from Shen Monkey, there are three Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 3. Here’s where to find them.
Outside the Wheel, Pagoda Realm
Start at theOutside the WheelShrine in the Pagoda Realm (which is at the top, following the ‘rotating’ pagoda section) and go upstairs into the dark cave. There’s a shallow pond with the Luojia Fragrant Vines behind it.
Visit the pond inside the large cave. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
North Shore of the Bitter Lake, Bitter Lake
Following the Pagoda Realm, you’ll find yourself on some snowy plains with a massive frozen lake in the middle; the Bitter Lake. Go to theNorth Shore of the Bitter LakeShrine and walk in the direction of the lake, then turn left at the shore. Keep following the shoreline for a while until you see the spine fossil - it’s shaped like an arch across the path. Instead of passing through this arch, take the path to the left.
Turn left when you see the arched fossil. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Pass through this gate to find the Luojia Fragrant Vines. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Longevity Road, Valley of Ecstasy
Start from theLongevity RoadShrine (on the road leading past the massive guardian), and run down the slope behind the Shrine, away from the path. The lower road leads to a staircase; go up those stairs and continue following the path for a while - just run in the same direction until you eventually find an open spot with the Luojia Fragrant Vines on the other side. Beware of the airborne enemy who will spawn upon your approach.
Drop down and continue in the same direction. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Chapter 4 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
There are four Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 4. The one near the Cliff of Oblivion is probably the hardest to find, but beware that the one onPurple Cloud Mountainrequires access to this secret area. To get there, you must defeat the Venom Daoist boss twice: when he’s stuck in the “OddCocoon” near the Pool of Shattered Jade Shrine, and in the arena accessible from the top of the hill behind the Court of Illumination Shrine.
The Verdure Bridge, Webbed Hollow
It’s in the old village, but watch out for the scorpion guard. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Cliff of Oblivion, Webbed Hollow
Facing theCliff of OblivionShrine, take the path to the left (if this is your first visit, you mustdefeat Buddha’s Right Handto continue). Go straight ahead, cross the dragonfly bridge, and drop down. Immediately turn right and follow the path as it circles around the rock pillar. When you see a small wooden ledge on your left, drop down again.
Not missing the drop-off to the left is the hard part. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Cross the suspension bridge, continue through the large cave room, and cross the narrow bridge between the cocoon spiders. You can use Cloudstep to avoid a fight. In the next area, you’ll find the Luojia Fragrant Vine on your left.
You don’t want to cross that spider-y bridge without Cloudstep. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Mountain Trail, Temple of Yellow Flowers
This Luojia Fragrant Vine location is right next to theMountain TrailShrine. It’s almost impossible to miss this Shrine as it’s on the main path just after defeating the Violet Spider boss.
Next to the Mountain Trail Shrine. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Valley of Blooms, Purple Cloud Mountain
The final Luojia Fragrant Vine location in Chapter 4 is very close to theValley of BloomsShrine (situated on the main path) on Purple Cloud Mountain. With your back to the Shrine, you can already see the Luojia Fragrant Vine on your right, across the small stream. Beware of the tree-like enemy guarding it.
Once you’ve made your way to Purple Cloud Mountain, this one’s easy to find. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Chapter 5 Luojia Fragrant Vine locations
There are two Luojia Fragrant Vine locations in Chapter 5. You don’t need to access any secret areas, but beware that you need to make your way to the Bull King (end of the Chapter) to grab the one near the Fallen Furnace Crater.
Height of Ember, Woods of Ember
Walk towards the buildings next to theHeight of EmberShrine. Before you reach the furthest part of the village, walk down to the left. Stick to the right side of the path and it’ll lead you directly to the Luojia Fragrant Vine.
There’s a path leading down to the Luojia Fragrant Vine. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
Fallen Furnace Crater, Field of Fire
Go down the ashen slope and find the Luojia Fragrant Vine near the Stone Vanguard (already defeated in this picture). |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Game Science
These are all the Luojia Fragrant Vines in Black Myth Wukong. Once you’ve found them all, you might want to collect theAwaken Wine Wormsand findevery bosslocation too. Don’t forget to unlock all theKeeper’s Shrinesalong the way and equip thebest skillswhile you’re at it!
