Zone · Northern Pywel glacier basin
Ice Cradle
Frozen basin with sliding traversal and ice-element enemies. Warmth consumables prevent slow from stacking in outdoor sections.
How to reach
- Unlock wastes travel then head north through the blizzard pass.
- Craft or buy warmth potions in Ether Rest before entering the basin.
- Break the ice gate with a fire-enchanted weapon or torch skill.
Walkthrough
- Slide across the first lake using momentum; jump gaps where cracks glow blue.
- Defrost the cradle shrine by carrying ember coals from three braziers.
- Fight the Ice Cradle guardian in an arena that shrinks as icicles fall—stay near center.
- Collect cradle ice for high-tier crafting and unlock a fishing hole on repeat visits.
- Exit south toward Chaos Forest when the blizzard clears after the boss.
Rewards
- Cradle ice crafting mat
- Glacier basin fast travel
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Updated 2026-09-01