How to unlock the Bard in Enshrouded
The Bard in Enshrouded is one of the many NPCs you can unlock as you progress. Given the nature of a Bard, their specialization is entertainment. Think of Jaskier, aka Dandelion, from the Witcher franchise. Once you unlock the Bard in Enshrouded, you will be able to uplift the mood of your base. Invite friends and jam using a variety of instruments.
However, getting the Bard NPC will not be an entirely straightforward task. It involves completing a quest that will become available to you after reaching level 12. You will also need to unlock Revelwood Ancient Spire to get access to the quest. That said, here is how to get the Bard in Enshrouded.
Open the Ancient Vault to get the Bard in Enshrouded
To get the Bard in Enshrouded, you will have to gain access to and unlock the Ancient Vault located within the Ancient Sunken City. It is recommended that you reach level 15 before venturing into this area. There will be enemies to face, so bring your best gear and your A-game to the table. If you have unlocked the Glider in Enshrouded, that will make this task all the easier
Your objective will be to rescue the Bard, who is located inside the main building. You will need to find and activate three switches hidden nearby to free her from the vault. If you have an Athlete Build in Enshrouded, navigating the area will be a piece of cake.
Keeping the aforementioned information in mind, it is time to move on to the location of the three switches you have to find and interact with.
First Switch
You will be able to locate the first switch in the large ruins directly south of the Ancient Vault building. There are two ways to access this location. You could either glide from the Ancient Spire using the Ghost Glider in Enshrouded or follow the path below the ruined building.
Utilize your Double Jump to avoid landing in the mire, and make use of the Grappling Hook in Enshrouded when needed. Using these tools at your disposal, make your way to the balcony overlooking the Ancient Vault Building to find the first switch.
Second Switch
Once you're done activating the first switch, drop down below and follow the roots of the tree to the next building. Take care not to fall into sludge, as it will drain your stamina. You can also use your glider to cover the distance if you feel like it.
You'll know you've reached the target building because there will be a few aggressive flowers aiming to bring you down. It's suggested that you bypass them. At the end of the path, you will find a trampoline—use it to get to the top of the building and activate the second switch. You're now one more step away from rescuing the Bard in Enshrouded.
Third Switch
Once you're done with the second switch, you'll want to look for another ruined building in line with the quest marker. You could glide to it and then scale the roots to reach the top of the ruined building or if you want to leg it—use your Double Jump ability to get there slowly. The switch will be located atop the building. Once activated, you will now be able to rescue the Bard in Enshrouded.
The Bard
To the left of the final switch, you will find a trampoline. Use it to reach the Ancient Vault and ascend until you reach the entry gate. Opposite the gate, you'll find a chest open before you enter. Once inside, turn left, go down the stairs and unlock the Bard in Enshrouded.
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When trying to unlock the Bard in Enshrouded, remember that the Sunken Ancient City can get rather confusing. Try to get as much airtime as possible while gliding to mark things from above. This will make navigating the area much easier. Lastly, if you plan on fighting every enemy in the area, consider repairing your equipment in Enshrouded before setting off for the quest.
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