Echoes of Aincrad - Learn More About Field Obstacles

In Echoes of Aincrad, combat isn't the only thing standing between you and treasure chests.

The field is packed with various obstacles that will challenge your exploration skills and reward your curiosity. Here's everything you need to know to navigate Aincrad's many surprises.

FIELD OBSTABLES

SEALING BARRIERS & ARKS

Accessing an Ark triggers a boss. Defeating the boss allows you to remove the Sealing Barrier connected to it and move onwards.

BLOCKERS

Gimmicks blocking the path including rocks can be destroyed with explosive items, wines that can be removed with burning items, and valleys that can be crossed with dodging boost items.

SUBQUESTS

Finding clues for subquests unlocks subquests held by NPCs in town. The locations of the clues are indicated on the map with specific icons.

SURVEY FLAGS

There are Survey Flags in towns and on the field. You can investigate and register them on the database which gives you more insight into the world of Aincrad. There is a reward for collecting the world data.

MAGICAL BRIDGES

When seals are broken, magical bridges will be available, allowing you to use them as shortcuts for explorations.