How to Unlock the Elysian Wilds in New World
New World's Rise of the Angry Earth expansion transformed the former First Light zone into the Elysian Wilds, a completely revamped area that represents the reclaimed lands of Artemis, with fields of exotic fungi and transformed beasts.
This zone requires completing multiple quests before access is granted, making it a natural progression point for endgame players. In this article, we'll guide you through everything you need to know about the Elysian Wilds, including how to unlock it, the requirements, and the necessary quests.
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Requirements to Access Elysian Wilds
Before you can enter the Elysian Wilds, you need to meet several basic prerequisites. You must have:
Purchased the expansion. It typically costs $29.99
Reached level 60
Joined a faction
The level requirement presents the biggest challenge for new players. Following the main story questline provides substantial experience and will get you close to level 60 naturally. Complete available side quests alongside the main campaign to reach this threshold efficiently.
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Questline Location
Once you've met the basic requirements, you can begin the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion content. The main questline is called "The Invasion of Artemis," and your faction determines where you'll find this quest:
If you're in the Marauders faction, head to the Shattered Mountain outpost.
If you're with the Covenant faction, your quest line will start in Reekwater.
For those in the Syndicate, it will start in Edengrove.
The process is straightforward from this point. Follow the questline objectives as they appear, and the story will naturally guide you through Brimstone Sands content before eventually leading you to the Elysian Wilds zone.
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How do I unlock the Elysian Wilds?
You need to reach level 60 and join a faction. After that, follow the main story quest line specific to your faction.
What factions are available?
The available factions are Marauders, Covenant, and Syndicate.
What level do I need to be to access the Elysian Wilds?
You must be at least level 60 to unlock the Elysian Wilds zone.
Can I play with friends who are not at level 60?
Yes, you can still team up with friends, but they will need to reach level 60 to access the Elysian Wilds zone themselves.
Final Words
Accessing the Elysian Wilds requires reaching level 60, joining any faction, and completing the Brimstone Sands storyline. Your faction determines the starting location for the Rise of the Angry Earth questline, but all paths lead to the same destination.
The level requirement takes the most effort, but following the main story provides sufficient experience to reach this threshold. Once you begin the expansion questline, simply follow the objectives to unlock this transformed zone and experience the new content it offers.
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