In the words of Teddy Roosevelt, "speak softly and carry a big stick; and you will go far." While that quote references a broader view of global geopolitics and foreign policy, it's literal form uniquely encapsulates the Destined One's intimate journey. Your staff Combat system is your best friend and will see you through the most grueling fights in Black Myth: Wukong . While spells and spirits can aid you in conflict, it'll be the repeated blows and strategic strikes with your staff that'll bring down the toughest combatants.

There are also a total of three Lesser Rats in the area. Two of them can be defeated before the fight begins. The third Lesser Rat is difficult to find, and it may randomly start attacking you during your fight with the Gore-Eye Daoist. If you’re caught getting attacked by the third Lesser Rat during the fight, focus on killing it first as it doesn’t have a lot of HP.

Ring of Fire is a Mysticism defensive spell that gives the Destined One a moment of respite during tough battles. Upon activation, it creates a protective ring on the ground, making the player highly resistant to both regular and elemental damage. In addition, Ring of Fire boosts recovery and enhances the effects of consumables. The best strategy is to activate it when low on health, stay inside the ring, and use a Gourd or medicine. Since Ring of Fire remains active for a while, players can retreat into the ring when things get tough to benefit from its effects. While useful, this spell isn't as powerful as other Mysticism spells in Black Myth: Wukong , so it might be better to allocate the slot for something e

Rock Solid is an impressive Alteration spell in Black Myth: Wukong that functions as an alternative to parrying , though it can be difficult to master. When activated, the Destined One transforms into a rock, which can completely negate the damage of an incoming attack, deflect it, and stagger the opponent, leaving them open for a counterattack. Timing is crucial for using this spell effectively, so it requires practice. One of the advantages of Rock Solid is its quick cooldown and low mana cost, allowing players to use it frequently during difficult encounters. Furthermore, certain armor sets and curios (amulets) can make Rock Solid even more powerful, enhancing its potential and sometimes allowing players to cast it for f

Game Science's action RPG Black Myth: Wukong is a game that is steeped in the rich tapestry of Eastern mythology, with its primary influence being the 16th-century Chinese novel by Wu Cheng'en, Journey to the West ​​​​​​. As such, just as is the case with Journey to the West , Black Myth: Wukong has strong roots in Chinese Buddhism and Buddhist folklore, with a significant emphasis placed on the six senses of Buddhism — sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch, and m

Whether developers at Game Science looked toward Santa Monica's God of War franchise as an inspiration for its opening segment and gameplay elements throughout the journey to collecting the six relics, it is clear to see that there are a plethora of similarities present, specifically within customization, loot, and gamep

The first Relic players acquire in Black Myth: Wukong , Craving Eyes, represents the sight sense of Buddhism in that it allows players to see things they couldn't see before. Specifically, the Craving Eyes Relic grants players the passive ability to see which yaoguais bear Black Myth: Wukong 's Spirits . In terms of gameplay, this means that any yaoguais that contain an absorbable Spirit will emit a blue flame-like wisp from their body. These foes are generally heartier versions of Black Myth: Wukong 's rank-and-file enemies, but the reward for defeating them is worth the has

At the end of the story, Wukong attains enlightenment and atones for his sins , and the Golden Circlet is removed from his head. The Journey Wukong went through was arduous, and many references to it can be found when playing Black Myth: Wuk

Immobilize is the first spell players obtain in Black Myth: Wukong , and arguably the best in the game. Simple to use, highly effective against most bosses, and extremely versatile, it works equally well for both offensive and defensive strategies. As a Mysticism control spell, Immobilize binds enemies in place with just a gesture from the Destined One's finger. The spell triggers almost instantly, freezing enemies in their tracks, increasing the damage they take, and offering a much-needed breather during intense fights — perfect for taking a sip from a Gourd or using special medicine. It's difficult to swap Immobilize for another Mysticism spell, except in rare instances where stronger enemies break free too quic

While you play as a monkey with very similar abilities to that of Wukong, you start the game as just another monkey. You have a quest to find all six essences of Wukong, and there are many references during your quest that plenty of other monkeys have tried before you, and fai