Introduction to Crystal Guide

Wuthering Waves Ultimate Crystal Farm Guide: In Wuthering Waves, Guide Crystals play a crucial role in solving an intricate overworld puzzle that leads to valuable rewards. This puzzle, located in the Court of Savantae Ruins, challenges players to interact with ancient mechanisms, unlocking a Premium Supply Chest filled with essential resources. Beyond the rewards, these ruins hold secrets of a lost civilization, offering glimpses into the consequences of humanity’s ambitions. Engaging with this puzzle not only enhances exploration but also deepens the game’s rich lore, making every discovery a meaningful part of the journey.

Finding the Guide Crystals

To obtain the Guide Crystals, you must locate and solve two puzzles near the Court of Savantae Ruins, specifically in the Whining Aix’s Mire area, southeast of Jinzhou. Follow these steps for an efficient approach:

Reaching the Puzzle Locations

Fast travel to the Huanglong – Whining Aix’s Mire Resonance Beacon

This beacon is closer to the puzzle locations than the Court of Savantae Ruins Resonance Beacon, making travel more efficient.

From the beacon, head southwest toward the two square buildings visible on the map.

These buildings are positioned along the main road leading toward the ruins.

Locating the Puzzles

Upon arrival at the buildings, look for interactive mechanisms that indicate puzzle locations.
The puzzles may involve light manipulation, object placement, or activation sequences, requiring careful observation and interaction.
Solve both puzzles to acquire the two Guide Crystals, which are essential for progressing through the ruins’ challenges.

Preparing for the Challenge

Ensure you have enough stamina and mobility abilities, as some puzzle interactions may require precise movement.
Be ready to face possible enemy encounters in the area while solving the puzzles.
Once both Guide Crystals are obtained, proceed to the Court of Savantae Ruins to continue the puzzle sequence and unlock valuable rewards.

By following these steps, you’ll efficiently collect the Guide Crystals and advance in your exploration of the ruins.

First Guide Crystal: The Pressure Plate Puzzle

The first Guide Crystal can be obtained by solving the Pressure Plate Puzzle, located west of the Court of Savantae Ruins and south of the Resonance Beacon. The puzzle is set in front of a large building with a mechanism on its roof and consists of six pressure plates near the door and two platforms at the front.

Solving the Pressure Plate Puzzle

Activate the First Plate

Use the Levitator tool to pick up the cube in the middle of the area.
Place the cube on the second pressure plate to your right when facing the door.

Unlock the Second Cube

Step onto the center (top) pressure plate to trigger the next phase.
This action releases a second cube positioned on top of a rock nearby.

Position the Second Cube

Locate the platform on the left, which serves as a guide for cube placement.
Pick up the second cube and move toward the left-side pressure plates.
Place the cube on the second plate from the center (if facing the door, it’s the second plate on your left).

Final Step to Unlock the Door

Step onto the pressure plate directly across from you to complete the puzzle.

Once these steps are completed, the door will unlock. Enter the building to claim an Advanced Supply Chest and the first Guide Crystal. Be sure to interact with the crystal to obtain it before leaving.

Secret Puzzle (Bonus Chest)

Before leaving, you can solve a hidden puzzle to unlock an extra chest. Near the building, look for flowers arranged symmetrically. The blue flowers indicate the correct pressure plates where the cubes need to be placed.

Steps to Solve the Secret Puzzle:

Adjust the Left Cube – Move it one space up.
Adjust the Right Cube – Move it one space down.
Stand on the Bottom Pressure Plate – This final action unlocks a chest within the circle of flowers.

By completing this additional challenge, you’ll earn extra rewards before continuing your journey.

Second Guide Crystal: The Energy Matrix Puzzle

The second Guide Crystal is obtained by solving the Energy Matrix Puzzle, located south of the first puzzle in another mini-facility. The two buildings are positioned parallel to each other, making it easy to navigate between them. This puzzle requires manipulating energy matrix pieces to complete a grid-based pattern.

Solving the Energy Matrix Puzzle

Clear the Thorns

To the right of the building, locate a firebomb and use it to destroy the thorns blocking access to the side of the structure.

The fire will spread, clearing additional thorns on the left, revealing the energy matrix needed to solve the puzzle.

Place the First Piece

Pick up the square-shaped matrix piece using the Levitator tool.
Position it at the top left of the puzzle grid, ensuring it does not overlap any highlighted platforms.

Position the Second Piece (Z-Shape)

Pick up the Z-shaped four-piece matrix to your left.
Place it at the bottom, ensuring it covers the left edge of the puzzle grid.

Rotate and Place the Third Piece (L-Shape)

Locate the L-shaped matrix piece and rotate it upside-down to form an inverted L-shape.
Slot it on the left side, adjacent to the four-piece matrix you placed earlier.

Insert the Final Piece

Turn around and find the last matrix piece near some rocks.
Rotate it seven times to form a horizontal L-shape.
Slot it at the top of the grid to complete the puzzle.

Once all pieces are correctly positioned, the entire energy matrix will turn yellow, indicating that the puzzle is complete. The door behind it will unlock, granting access to another Advanced Supply Chest and the second Guide Crystal. Be sure to collect the crystal before leaving to progress further in the challenge.

Using the Guide Crystals

After collecting both Guide Crystals, you’ll need to place them in the designated pedestals to unlock the final reward. Follow these steps to complete the process efficiently.

1. Locating the Pedestals

Travel to the cliff above the Court of Savantae Ruins, which is situated on an elevated mountain top.

The easiest way to reach this location is by teleporting to the nearest waypoint and heading southeast.

Look for a large structure with a massive cube on its roof—the pedestals are positioned right behind this structure.

2. Placing the Guide Crystals

At the top of the area, you’ll see two glowing blue pedestals.
Approach each pedestal and insert one Guide Crystal into each slot.
Once both crystals are placed, the puzzle will be completed, triggering the appearance of a Premium Supply Chest.

3. Rewards from the Premium Supply Chest

Opening the Premium Supply Chest grants you the following valuable rewards:

Union EXP × 50 – Used for overall progression.
Astrite × 40 – A premium currency valuable for obtaining high-tier items.
Shell Credit × 12,000 – Essential for upgrading and purchasing in-game materials.

Medium Sealed Tube × 1 – A crafting or enhancement material.

Wood-textured Shard × 5 – A resource for gear upgrades.
Advanced Supply Cube × 3 – Used for obtaining stronger equipment or consumables.

Basic Energy Core × 1 – A material used in energy-related enhancements.

4. Additional Rewards for Completing the Puzzle

In total, completing this puzzle will reward you with two purple chests and one golden chest.
You’ll also earn around 100 Union EXP, making this puzzle a worthwhile challenge for progression.

By following these steps, you can efficiently complete the Guide Crystal puzzle and claim the valuable resources it offers.