Brighter Shores Guide: How to Complete the Nullify the Corruption Quest

Key Takeaways

1. Preparing Properly is Essential: Unlock Factions, level up professions, and stock up on items before attempting the quest.
2. Defeat Key Enemies for Items: Each item needed to cure the Giant Crystal requires finding, repairing, or fighting your way through specific areas.
3. Follow Exact Locations: Use this guide to locate each item precisely to streamline your journey and overcome obstacles.

In Brighter Shores, the Nullify the Corruption quest is a critical milestone in the main storyline, offering rewards like profession XP, Silver, and useful items. This guide will help you locate the items needed to heal the Giant Crystal in Hopeforest, providing step-by-step instructions to complete the quest successfully.

Preparing for the Nullify the Corruption Quest

You’ll encounter the Nullify the Corruption quest in Episode 2 of the main story. This is no simple task, and preparation is essential for a smooth adventure. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Join a Faction

You must align with a Faction before starting the quest. Factions become available once you unlock the Magic Cave in Hopeforest. This is also where you’ll meet the Dryad character who will play a role in your quest.

2. Level Up Professions

• Woodcutter: Reach level 8 to ensure you can handle the woodcutting challenges in the forest.
• Scout: Level up to 20 for better navigation and to meet quest requirements.

3. Stock Up on Healing Potions

Craft or buy at least 20 Healing Potions. Level up to Alchemist level 2 to unlock the basic healing potion recipe if you prefer crafting them yourself.

4. Reach Recommended Levels

Prepare by ensuring Hopeforest is level 60, with a total level of at least 153, making it easier to defeat challenging enemies along the way.

5. Gather Quest Materials

• Coarse Ash Planks: You’ll need four of these to repair a damaged ferry. Craft them by collecting Coarse Ash Logs and using the Circular Saw or purchasing from the Timber Merchant.
• Jar: Get a jar from the Forager’s Warehouse or Timberwell Supplies; you’ll need it to collect one of the items.

With these steps complete, you’re ready to locate each of the items required to cleanse the Giant Crystal.

All Giant Crystal Item Locations in Brighter Shores

To remove the corruption from the Giant Crystal, you need three unique items: the Glowing Fern, Glowing Honey, and Glowing Mushroom. Here’s how to find each one.

Glowing Fern Location

Location: Hopeforest Ferry Area

How to Find It:

1. Travel to Hopeforest Ferry: Start by heading to Mine Road West, then go east of Hopeforest and continue south through Tree Lined Trail and Tree Lined Track to reach the ferry.
2. Repair the Ferry: Use the four Coarse Ash Planks to fix the boat damaged in the area.
3. Defeat the Mutant Newt: Once repaired, a Mutant Newt will appear and attempt to stop you. This enemy has a slam attack that you can avoid by staying off the indicated tiles. After each slam, hit the Newt before it submerges.
4. Repair While Fighting: The Newt’s attacks can damage the ferry, so repair it as needed while fighting. Once defeated, cross the water and collect the Glowing Fern.

Glowing Honey Location

Location: Two-Headed Bear Clearing

How to Find It:

1. Head North to Bear Clearing: Start at Hopeforest Central Portal and travel north through Stump Clearing. From there, take a left to Bear Clearing, then head further north to find the Two-Headed Bear Clearing.
2. Defeat the Two-Headed Bear: Attempting to collect the Glowing Honey will trigger a battle with the Giant Two-Headed Bear. This enemy has a powerful special attack, so dodge when necessary.
3. Collect the Glowing Honey: After defeating the bear, use the Jar to collect the Glowing Honey.

Glowing Mushroom Location

Location: Mushroom Grove

How to Find It:

1. Travel to Crystal Clearing: Make your way to Mushroom Grove, located south of Bramble Path and west of Overgrown Trail.
2. Clear Brambles: If your Woodcutting skill is at level 8, you can remove any brambles blocking the path.
3. Collect the Glowing Mushroom: Unlike other items, this one requires no combat. Simply pick it up and add it to your inventory.

With all three items in hand, return to the Giant Crystal to heal it and progress in the main storyline of Brighter Shores. Healing the crystal will lift the corruption, unlock new story elements, and help you advance to the next chapter.

Tips for the Nullify the Corruption Quest

• Stock Up on Extra Potions: Encounters in this quest can be demanding. Additional potions can prevent a premature defeat.
• Follow Exact Paths: Brighter Shores has detailed landscapes, and following these specific routes will save you time.
• Upgrade Gear: If possible, enhance your armor and weapons before starting, especially for fighting the Two-Headed Bear.

FAQs

Q: How do I know if I’m ready for the Nullify the Corruption quest?
A: Ensure you’re in Episode 2, have joined a Faction, and met the recommended levels and material requirements.

Q: What happens if I lose to the Mutant Newt or Two-Headed Bear?
A: You can retry the battle by returning to the same area. Stock up on potions and consider leveling up further if you’re struggling.

Q: Can I complete this quest without joining a Faction?
A: No, Faction membership is required as it’s tied to unlocking the Magic Cave and progressing through the storyline.

Q: Are there other quests like this in Brighter Shores?
A: Yes! Many quests in Brighter Shores are designed to challenge players as they progress, such as quests involving the Hopeport Obelisk and Spider’s Nest.