Brighter Shores Corruption Quest Complete Walkthrough Guide

To combat the corruption sweeping through Brighter Shores, players must embark on a quest to collect magic scattered throughout the map. However, this daunting adventure comes with formidable challenges, including encounters with powerful adversaries. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the Nullify the Corruption quest in Brighter Shores.

How to Approach and Complete the Nullify the Corruption Quest

Before diving into this intricate quest, players should ensure they meet certain prerequisites:

Achieve at least Level 17 as a Scout (Level 20 is preferable).
Reach Level 8 in Woodcutting.
Prepare with at least 4 Coarse Ash Planks, a Jar, and an ample supply of Health Potions.

Step 1: Communicate with the Dryad NPC

Your journey begins by speaking with the Dryad located in the Dryad Glade. Following this initial interaction, you are tasked with gathering Orange Iris flowers from the Thin Trail, situated north of the Dryad Glade. After collecting the flowers, progress through the following steps:

Utilize the Dryad Leaf, which once belonged to the Dryad.
Enter the Magic Cave and select your faction from the following options:
- Guardian: Specializes in ranged weapons and nature magic.
- Cryoknight: Focuses on melee weapons and cryogenic magic.
- Hammermage: Masters magic weapons and storm magic.
Locate the source of corruption to the northeast of the Overgrown Trail.
Engage and defeat Jermais, who has succumbed to corruption.

Once victorious over Jermais, follow the Dryad to gather glowing beetles, which will assist in energizing the giant crystal located in the Crystal Clearing. However, this crystal initially lacks the strength to nullify corruption, necessitating additional magic collection.

Fighting the Mutant Newt in Brighter Shores — Image Source: Fen Research

Step 2: Gather Additional Magic Sources

To acquire the required magic, players must explore three specific locations while confronting enemies:

Mushroom Grove: Gather glowing mushrooms, the initial magic source. Clear any obstructions using your Woodcutter skills.
Two Headed Bear Clearing: Defeat the formidable two-headed bear. Lure it onto the bridge and execute a slam attack as it charges. After conquering the beast, collect the magic honey from the glowing beehive, which will require a Jar.
Hopeforest Ferry: Utilize the 4 Coarse Ash Planks to repair the ferry, which triggers a battle against the Mutant Newt. This foe can be easily defeated by evading its leap attacks. Following your victory, retrieve the glowing fern, your final magic source.

To complete the Nullify the Corruption quest, return to the Dryad with three distinct sources of magic: glowing mushrooms, glowing honey, and glowing fern. These magical components will empower the giant crystal, allowing it to eradicate the corruption in the region.

This guide encapsulates everything you need to know about the Nullify the Corruption quest. For further insights and strategies related to Brighter Shores, be sure to explore our guides on the Spider’s Web quest, fishing, and spellcasting.

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