Black Myth: Wukong has only just been released, and it is already on track to be the best game in the second half of 2024, with it reaching over 2.2 million peak concurrent users (PCCU) on Steam within its first 24 hours, making it the most popular single-player game by PCCU in the platform’s history.
As one would expect from the success, many players bought in by the hype are itching to dive into the world of Chinese mythology and indulge in the adventure of ‘The Destined One”. However, players soon discover a glaring problem: their lack of understanding of one of Black Myth: Wukong’s core mechanics, armor.
Thus, this guide will help you navigate the process of unlocking and upgrading armor to ensure you’re well-prepared for the challenges ahead. In addition, we will cover one of the core items, Silk, which is crucial for crafting rare and epic armor pieces and where you can collect them.
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How to Unlock Armor in Black Myth: Wukong
Armor plays a crucial role in Black Myth: Wukong, offering protection from the many dangers you’ll face on your journey. Typically, you can unlock armor sets in Black Myth: Wukong by defeating specific bosses throughout the game. For instance, defeating Guangzhi in the Forest of Wolves will unlock the Pilgrim’s Armor Set or the Whiteclad Novel to access the Serpentscale Armor Set in Chapter 1.
As you defeat each chapter boss, you will unlock new armor sets, which provide both defensive benefits and unique effects that can influence your playstyle. For example, the Pilgrims Armor Set allows for faster sprinting when you equip two pieces while having four pieces boosts your attacks. The set also has a unique effect of granting the Swift Pilgrim Effect and Gourd when sprinting.
Besides boss drops, players will encounter various materials essential for crafting armor through exploration. Will is the most common material required for crafting, and players can acquire it by defeating bosses, absorbing green flames with the Gourd and breaking pots.
How to Craft and Upgrade Armor in Black Myth: Wukong
After defeating the bosses in Chapter 1, you will unlock the option to craft armor at the keeper shrine. To access, visit any keeper shrine, select the “Craft Armor” option, and choose from the available categories: Headgear, Chest, Arms, and Legs. Ensure you have the necessary materials for crafting each piece of armor, as different sets require different resources.
As for upgrading armor in Black Myth: Wukong, it is only available after completing a side quest in Chapter 3 involving Xu Dog and Chen Loong. Once you complete the quest, a new area called Painted Realm will unlock, which serves as a hub for various merchants. Then, players can talk to Blacksmith Yin Tiger, an NPC, to upgrade their armor. If you are raring to test your new equipment, you can engage Blacksmith Yin Tiger in battle, testing your strength against this formidable foe.
Wilk and Silk are the two crucial items players must gather to upgrade their armor, where grinding occurs. As for where you can find the rarer Silk, we will touch on it below.
Why Is Silk Important for Armor in Black Myth: Wukong?
Silk is one of the rare-tier crafting currencies in Black Myth: Wukong for crafting high-quality armor that can significantly boost your stats, especially during the early and mid-game. Typically, rare chest pieces require around 2 Silk, plus other crafting materials, while Epic Hat may require up to 4 Silk.
However, do not worry if you are lacking at first. As you progress beyond Chapter 2, Silk becomes less needed and starts piling up, much like Yarn. It eventually gets replaced or combined with even rarer materials, such as Cold Iron Leaves, in crafting higher-tier armor.
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Where to Find Silk in Black Myth: Wukong?
Listed below are where you can acquire Silk in Black Myth: Wukong:
Chapter 1
- Boss Drops: In Chapter 1, Silk is quite rare. While it can occasionally drop from bosses like Elder Jinchi, this isn’t guaranteed.
- Purchase at Grand Chamber Shrine Store: The most reliable early source of acquiring the material is purchasing it at the Grand Chamber Shrine Store, located in the Secret: Ancient Guanyin Temple area. Here, you can buy two Silk, which helps you craft your first rare armor pieces. This trend also continues in the later chapters.
- Exploration: Keep an eye out for chests as you explore, as they can occasionally yield Silk, among other valuable resources like Mind Cores, Yarn, or Will.
Chapter 2
- Defeating Powerful Enemies: Powerful enemies, including Yoaguai Chiefs and Kings, are known to drop Silk upon defeat.
- Farm-Specific Enemies: Rat enemies found in Yellow Wind Ridge are a relatively reliable source for farming Silk. Defeating these foes can help you stockpile this valuable resource.
- Boss Drops: Bosses like the Second Prince of Flowing Sands also have a chance to drop Silk.
As mentioned above, once you unlock Chapter 3, Silk becomes less significant. However, keep it on hand for any late-game crafting needs or exchange it for other resources if the opportunity arises.
Parting Notes
By carefully unlocking, crafting, and upgrading your armor in Black Myth: Wukong, you’ll be well-prepared to face the challenges ahead, bolstering your defense and optimizing your character for the battles that await. Therefore, keep exploring, battling, and upgrading to become the ultimate Destined One!
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