How to obtain Gold Tree Core and craft rare weapons in Black Myth: Wukong

In Black Myth: Wukong, you will need to craft almost every weapon. The recipe for which calls for ingredients. While some ingredients like Silk can be easily obtained, there are a few rare items which you have to take down Yaoguai rulers. However, the result is undoubtedly worth it. 

The Gold Tree Core is a rare item which will be available towards the end of Chapter 4. You can use it to craft weapons like the Spikeshaft Staff and Spider Celestial Staff. There are four ways in which you can get it: 

  • upon completing Chapter 3.
  • defeat Yaoguai in Chapters 4 and 5.
  • open rare chests at the end of Chapter 4.
  • purchase it from Keeper’s Shrine.

How to complete Chapter 3? 

As a reward for completing Chapter 3 in Black Myth: Wukong, players will receive their first Gold Tree Core. 

Gold Tree Core
Gold Tree Core | Source: In-Game Screenshot

How to open chests in Chapter 4

At the end of Chapter 4, you will come across several unopened chests. Go through as many as you can to find the Gold Tree Core.

Gold Tree Core
Gold Tree Core | Source: In-Game Screenshot

Defeat Yaoguai Kings and Queens in Chapters 4 and 5

Yaoguai Chiefs have a decent drop rate for rare items. If your luck will have it, you will receive it pretty soon after a few boss fights. Else, you need to complete every boss fight, including the optional and secret ones to boost your chances. (No wonder this item is so rare!)

Gold Tree Core
Gold Tree Core | Source: In-Game Screenshot

Shop at Keeper’s Shrine 

Every Keeper’s Shrine is different and has a distinct inventory. However, the Gold Tree Core can only be purchased once you reach Chapter 5. It costs 900 Will for one. There is a buy limit though.

Gold Tree Core
Gold Tree Core | Source: In-Game Screenshot

How to use Gold Tree Core? 

Gold Tree Core is used to craft Spikeshaft Staff and Spider Celestial Staff. 

Spikeshaft Staff 

Spikeshaft Staff
Spikeshaft Staff | Source: In-Game Screenshot

Spikeshaft Staff lets the user continuously gain Focus briefly after Seeing Through the enemy.

Gentleness endears, harshness estranges.

Here’s the list of materials required:

  • Cosmo Radiance x1
  • Gold Tree Core x4
  • Refined Iron Sand x8
  • 30000 Will

Spider Celestial Staff

Spider Celestial Staff
Spider Celestial Staff | Source: In-Game Screenshot

It is unlocked after beating Violet Spider. Hit every successful hit with Heavy attack, it boosts Healing. In the Poisoned state, it hits enemies with Poison Bane.

Emotion and desire from one source arise, Both natural, beneath the skies.

Here’s the list of materials required:

  • Spider Leg x1
  • Gold Tree Core x4
  • Refined Iron Sand x8
  • 8100 Will
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About Black Myth: Wukong

Black Myth: Wukong is an action role-playing game set in a fantasy version of ancient China. The game is based on the classic Chinese novel “Journey to the West” and follows the story of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King. Players control Wukong as he battles against various enemies and gods from Chinese mythology, using his magical abilities and combat skills. The game features a unique blend of Chinese folklore and dark fantasy elements, with a focus on fast-paced combat and exploration.

Black Myth: Wukong” is developed by Game Science, a Chinese indie studio. The game launches on August 20 for PC (Steam) and later for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-order now for $59.99 and receive in-game resources as a bonus!

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