A cave on the cliffs of Anvil Hill. Inside, accessible only by breaking rocks, lies an ancient gold mining site beside a mural of human figures. The painting and the ore vein suggest this was once a place of ritual as well as mining.
Caves
Locations on Pywel
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Anvil Hill Cave
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Anvil Hill Stoneback Crab Cave
A cave that pierces the heart of Anvil Hill. Descending to the floor of this vertical shaft reveals a mystical space bearing the unmistakable traces of ages past.
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Blade Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall of Fort Warspike. While the interior is shallow, the gentle sound of the water and the cool air make it a pleasant enough spot to catch your breath.
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Border's End
A canyon located near the border of the Demenissian and Hernandian Territories. It is notorious for its steep and rugged terrain, where a single misstep can prove fatal. Yet, on the meadows just above the cliffs, cattle can often be seen grazing peacefully, seemingly indifferent to the precarious drop behind them.
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Cliffside Gold Mine
A gold mine nestled within the valley of the Crimson Mountains. Following the traces of gold embedded at the valley entrance will lead you to the discovery of the main vein.
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Cloudmist Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall in Duskwood. Tiny drips fall from the ceiling, dampening the walls. The cool sound of the waterfall softly fills the space, creating a pleasant sense of life even within the darkness.
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Dawn Cave
A cave hidden behind a waterfall on the Mountain of Frozen Souls. At daybreak, the morning sun pierces through the heavy torrents, shattering into brilliant glints against the gentle spray. This interplay of water and light carries the essence of dawnrise to the deepest reaches of the cave.
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Desert Lake Gold Mine
A gold mine situated on the shore of a desert lake. Sunlight reflecting on the water makes the gold gleam with a dazzling brilliance.
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Echoing Tunnel
A cave hidden behind the Precipice of Echoes. Upon entering, the sound of dripping water and footsteps strike the walls and ceiling, rebounding from every direction. As the echoes layer upon one another, a strange energy lingers, making it feel as though the entire cave reacts to even the slightest movement.
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Frostclaw Cave
A small cave hidden behind the waterfall of Everfrost. Tucked away between claw-like cliffs, it is known as a place only the strong can reach.
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Frosthold
The administrative office of a labor camp where criminals were once sent. Once a facility for monitoring and controlling prisoners, it now lies in utter destruction.
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Gale of Judgment Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall of the Denn River. Fierce gusts of wind whistling through narrow fissures echo like the voice of judgment itself. The sound of the wind, heavy as it flows along the undulating walls, weighs down the heart of any invader.
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Guardian's Cave
A cave hidden behind the Benus River Waterfall. A massive rock stands guard at the entrance, as if determined to shield the interior from prying eyes.
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Heart of the Saint
A cave hidden behind the Three Saints' Falls. Although blocked by a solid, silvery rock, a faint, cool wind seeping from the edges of the boulder suggests that a vast hidden space lies beyond.
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Hernand Highlands Cave
A natural cave nestled beneath the cliffs of Hernand Highlands. Because the cliffs are so deep and steep, few suspect a cave exists below. Travelers should be especially wary, as bandits are always lying in wait to ambush those who come to look around the area.
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Hidden Cave
A mysterious cave hidden between the cliffs. A door that remains shut to the unworthy blocks the path inside. Speculation is rife that a legendary master may be hiding behind its sealed entrance.
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Jijeong Grotto
Faction: Jijeong School
A small grotto behind Jijeong Temple. An exquisite statue is enshrined deep within, where a subtle scent of incense and a mystical aura instill a sense of reverence in all who visit.
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Lunar Spirit Grotto
A cave hidden behind the waterfall of the Denn River. Long-standing rumors claim spirits dwell here, though no one has ever actually seen them. However, the crisp air and peculiar silence felt when moonlight seeps in create a mystical illusion, as if some unseen presence is lingering.
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Mistshard Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall in the Smoking Lands. A massive rock blocks the cave entrance. Through the hazy air, occasional glints of gold spark curiosity about what lies beyond.
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Morning Mist Cave
A natural cave located within the Morning Mist Peaks. It is also known as the Cave of Enlightenment, named after the local monks who were said to have achieved enlightenment while meditating there.
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Nightstorm Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall of Haunted Hill. At night, the roar of the water and the wind combine to create a storm-like resonance. These violent sounds spreading through the darkness reach deep into the cave, echoing like the very heartbeat of the earth.
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Sandpeak Gold Mine
A gold mine located in Sandpeak. Gold glimmers from within the shadows of the rock.
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Second-Finger Cave
The second cave of Five-Finger Mountain. Veins of shimmering gold are hidden within its deep shadows, drawing many to search for them. However, as if concealed from prying eyes, finding its entrance is close to impossible.
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Shadow's Whisper Cave
A cave found within a crevice beneath the Three Saints' Falls. <br/>Some say it is merely the sound of wind, others claim it is the cry of wild beasts, but most believe it is the voice of a dark presence calling out from within. Because of the eerie, whispering echoes, rumors persist that a witch dwells there.
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Shadowheart Grotto
A cave hidden behind the waterfall in Duskwood. In its shallow depths, the sound of water gently echoes, as if the shadow's heart is beating amidst the stillness.
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Silver Wolf Cave
A natural cave located within Silver Wolf Mountain. Along the cliffs at the foot of the mountain lies a spot that hints at the presence of a gold mine. Upon finding and entering the cave, swarms of bats take flight from every direction. Venturing deeper, a captivating golden glint envelops the entire cavern.
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Specter's Hideout
Related quests: Secrets Hidden in the Dark
A large cave south of Hernand that shows traces of past human habitation. Its vast interior is frequently occupied and used by bandits. All around are signs of animals taken from villagers, confined and butchered, with marks of the grisly work left scattered throughout.
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Starlight Storm Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall of Everfrost. The falling droplets reflect light, creating a scene reminiscent of a cascading starry sky. Within the quiet darkness, these flickering glimmers fill the cave with a sense of calm mystery.
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Warrior's Soul Cave
A cave hidden behind the waterfall of the Denn River. Long ago, it served as a sanctuary where warriors would catch their breath between battles. Now, only the sound of dripping water remains in the silence, as if their lingering breaths have seeped into the rocks and the ripples.
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Whispering Grotto
A cave hidden behind the waterfall across from Senia. The sound of the wind whistling through narrow crevices mingles with the steady rush of the water, creating a strange sense of serenity. This tranquil atmosphere, reminiscent of a soft whisper, makes one wish to linger here forever rather than leave.