Salt And Sacrifice: Ashbourne Village Walkthrough
Ashbourne Village is the first area you'll visit in Salt and Sacrifice, and it's a great way to get to know the game. It has plenty of verticalities to explore, secrets to discover, and branching paths to ponder. Add to that enemies to beat and loot to collect, and you're in for a good time.
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This is the first part of our six-part walkthrough, where we'll take you through every step required to beat the game from beginning to end. We won't tell you how to explore each and every nook and cranny, but we'll highlight the important things you'll want to pick up, even if they are optional.
When you wake up after the introduction and short tutorial, you’ll be in a small hut in Pardoner’s Vale. This is the main hub area of the game, and it’s where you’ll find your stash, the statue you use to level up, and everything you need for crafting.
After learning all you can, head to the west, jumping down the hill and meeting Runesmith Zak on the way. This is where you’ll craft and upgrade equipment. Head further west, and you’ll meet Champion Hera, who is your primary quest giver.
From Hera, head southwest until you reach a cat with antlers. Pet it if you wish, and then head southeast until you reach a large portal. Talk to Runereader Diedela here and you’ll learn the rune combination for Ashbourne Village. Interact with the runes to the left of the portal and you’ll be able to travel to the village.
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Your first goal in Ashbourne Village is to kill the first boss of the game, Uryks Necklace-Of-Ears. Make sure you interact with the obelisk on your left and then head west. Obelisks are your checkpoints in this game - think of them as the bonfires from Dark
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