Nightmare Crownless Unveiled: Wuthering Waves Unveils Secrets

Accessing Nightmare Crownless in Honkai: Star Rail's Wuthering Waves

Nightmare Crownless, a formidable Nightmare Echo in Honkai: Star Rail's Wuthering Waves, boasts enhanced Havoc and Basic Attack DMG, making it a coveted asset for specific characters. Unlike standard Echoes, acquiring Nightmare Crownless requires completing the "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" quest and an additional step.

Obtaining Nightmare Crownless: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Unlocking "Ruins Where Shadows Roam":

This unique quest isn't initiated via an NPC or world interaction. Instead, locate it within the Exploration Progress menu for the Penitent's End region in Rinascita. Access this menu by opening your map and selecting the compass icon in the upper-left corner.

2. Completing "Quest of Faith" (Optional but Recommended):

"Ruins Where Shadows Roam" is intrinsically linked to "Quest of Faith," an optional quest involving defeating four enemies in Penitent's End. Begin by interacting with the prompt near the circular arena beside the Resonance Beacon (located across the broken bridge in Wailing Ascent). This triggers a battle against a Questless Knight.

Defeating these knights requires strategic positioning. Lure them near lit Macabre Torches within the arena. These torches can be re-lit by guiding Fae Ignis enemies to strike them. Avoid using powerful attacks near the torches to prevent extinguishing them.

3. Locating the Dream Patrols:

Upon completing "Ruins Where Shadows Roam" (and optionally "Quest of Faith"), locate all four Dream Patrols in Penitent's End. While completion isn't mandatory for unlocking Nightmare Crownless, completing them yields additional resources and Monnaie. The image below shows their locations.

4. Nightmare Crownless Appearance:

After discovering all four Dream Patrols, Nightmare Crownless will appear on your map within the ruins north of Penitent's End.

Important Note on Enhanced Absorption Charges:

Nightmare Echoes utilize Enhanced Absorption charges, significantly boosting Echo drop rates. Players receive a limited 15 charges weekly. Conserve these charges if you're developing multiple characters.