In Black Myth: Wukong, gourds are your primary means of health regeneration and can also provide various buffs, making them essential tools for survival. Each gourd offers different effects and can be upgraded to enhance its utility, making it crucial to understand their capabilities and how to maximize their benefits. This guide covers everything you need to know about gourds, from their locations to how to upgrade them effectively.
All Gourds in Black Myth: Wukong
| Gourd | Rarity | Default Uses | Special Effect | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Gourd | Common | 4 | Can be upgraded to various forms, including Medicine Gourd, Healing Gourd, and Supreme Gourd. | Starting Gourd |
| Trailblazer’s Scarlet Gourd | Rare | 5 | First sip when full replenishes to full health. | Pre-Order Bonus, redeemable at any shrine |
| Jade Lotus Gourd | Epic | 6 | Recovers significant health for nearby duplicates upon use. | Purchased from Shen Monkey in Bamboo Grove – Marsh of White Mist after completing Chapter 2. |
| Plaguebane Gourd | Rare | 5 | Health recovery halved, but Attack is increased for a short time. | Found in a chest after defeating the Mad Tiger boss at Sandgate Village. |
| Fiery Gourd | Epic | 7 | Grants Chill immunity and increases Maximum Stamina for a short duration. | Found near the Mindfulness Cliff shrine. |
| Xiang River Goddess Gourd | Legendary | 8 | Grants moderate Burn Resistance and immunity to lava-covered terrain for a short duration. | Found in a golden treasure chest after the cutscene near The Verdure Bridge. |
| Stained Jade Gourd | Epic | 7 | Massively increases drinking speed. | Reward for defeating the Scorpionlord in Purple Cloud Mountain. |
| Immortal Blessing Gourd | Legendary | 8 | Health recovery halved, but Attack is increased for a short time. | Purchased from Shen Monkey in Chapter 5, requires Buddha’s Left Hand + Buddha’s Right Hand. |
| Supreme Gourd | Mythical | 10 | No additional effect. | Upgraded from an earlier gourd by interacting with the fire in the room after speaking to the Old Man NPC. |
| Multi-Glazed Gourd | Mythical | 6 | The last sip significantly increases Attack for a short duration. | Purchased from Shen Monkey in Chapter 6. |
| Jade Guanyin Gourd | Mythical | – | Fully recovers the Health for all Duplicates nearby. | Location to be discovered. |
| Qing-Tian Gourd | Mythical | – | Slowly recovers gourd uses over time. | Location to be discovered. |
How to Upgrade Gourds
1. Collecting Luojia Fragrant Vines: The Old Gourd can be upgraded by collecting Luojia Fragrant Vines. These vines are scattered throughout the game and can be used to increase the gourd’s sip charges. Each upgrade improves your healing capacity, making it easier to survive tough encounters.
2. Upgrading at the Shen Monkey: After collecting the required materials, head to the Shen Monkey, located in the Bamboo Grove – Marsh of White Mist. Here, you can use the collected vines to upgrade your gourd, enhancing its effectiveness and increasing the number of uses.
3. Increasing Healing Amount: To enhance the amount of health restored per sip, you can upgrade your drinks through the Upgrade Drinks menu. This requires Awaken Wine Worms, which are special items that increase the efficiency of your healing drinks.
How to Equip and Use Drinks and Soaks
Drinks: These increase the amount of health restored and can add buffs such as increased damage resistance or health regeneration over time.
Soaks: Soaks provide additional buffs after using a gourd charge, such as increased attack power or resistance to specific elements.
Key Locations for Gourd Upgrades
- Marsh of White Mist: Collect the Luojia Fragrant Vine near the Keeper’s Shrine to start upgrading your Old Gourd.
- Mindfulness Cliff: Locate the Fiery Gourd by exploring the area and finding the hidden wooden chest.
- Windseal Gate: To get the Plaguebane Gourd, defeat specific bosses and locate the chest at the back of the boss arena.
Mastering the use of gourds in Black Myth: Wukong is essential for surviving the game’s toughest challenges. Whether you’re upgrading your Old Gourd to enhance its healing capabilities or finding new gourds with unique effects, each step will bring you closer to becoming an unstoppable force. By collecting the right items, upgrading effectively, and managing your drinks and soaks, you can ensure that your health remains in peak condition throughout your journey. Keep this guide handy as you explore the vast world of Black Myth: Wukong, and never find yourself without a crucial healing sip when you need it most.
