Quick Answer
The true ending route is safer when you treat it as a chapter-by-chapter checklist, not a last-minute finale choice. Before pushing the ending, recheck secret areas, side NPCs, hidden bosses, and upgrade readiness.
Recommended Route
| Stage | What To Do | Watch Out |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter audit | Recheck secret areas, side NPCs, and unexplored branches after each chapter | Do not leave every miss for the finale |
| Key bosses | Track hidden bosses, Loong fights, and required story bosses separately | Missing optional chains can affect the ending route |
| Gear prep | Upgrade core spells, spirits, gourd, and armor before hard checks | True-ending fights punish low comfort |
| Before ending | Manual save, then verify Erlang, secret areas, and side-quest state | Do not push the finale while unsure |
Key Checks
- Recheck each chapter’s secret area and side NPC before moving too far ahead.
- Manual save before lockouts, ending choices, or hard fights.
- Use related guides afterward to close gear, quest, or collectible gaps.