A Rumble in the Catacombs

Navigate the Bramblespine Boneyard in Enshrouded! Learn about essential skills like Inner Fires and Relentless Flame, and craft the Shroud Survival Flask to extend your shroud protection.

Alright, so you've picked up the quest "A Rumble in the Catacombs" and now you need to find the Bramblespine Boneyard. Don't worry, it's not as spooky as it sounds, but you'll definitely want to be prepared before you head in. The game usually marks it on your map once you have the quest, but finding the actual entrance can be a bit tricky. The easiest way to get there is to fast travel to the Revelwood Ancient Spire. From there, just glide northeast. You'll find the entrance built right into the side of a cliff, usually within a shroud patch. It's in the northern part of Revelwood, so keep that in mind!

Now, before you dive in, let's talk about staying alive in the shroud. The Bramblespine Boneyard can be a bit of a drain on your shroud timer, so beefing up your protection is a smart move. There are a couple of skills that are absolute must-haves, no matter your build.

Best Skills for Shroud Protection

You can invest in skills that give you more time in the shroud. If you've already spent your points elsewhere and are struggling, don't sweat it – you can always reset your skill points by using 10 Runes at any Flame Altar. It's totally worth it for this dungeon alone.

Investing in both 'Inner Fires' and 'Relentless Flame' will give you a solid +7 minutes of extra shroud time right off the bat. That's a huge boost! 'Purification' might seem small, but if you're clearing out a lot of those smaller shroud enemies, especially the Critters, you'll be topping up your shroud time pretty quickly. Just remember, you need to finish them off with a melee weapon for it to count. If you're more of a magic user, 'Shroud Filter' is your go-to. It has a 15% chance to restore 30 seconds of shroud time to you and anyone nearby when you deal magic damage. It's not guaranteed, but if you're spamming spells, it'll trigger often enough, even on enemies with shields. Seriously, those base increases from 'Inner Fires' and 'Relentless Flame' alone will make a massive difference.

Consumables for Shroud Protection

When it comes to consumables, there aren't a ton of food options for extending shroud time. However, the 'Shroud Survival Flask' is a lifesaver. You can craft these using the Alchemist with x1 Charcoal, x1 Shroud Liquid, and x1 Wood Acid. They stack up to 5 in your inventory, so you can make a good amount. You'll only need one for a typical run through the catacombs, as the +2 minutes it adds lasts for a good 45 minutes. A crucial tip here: you MUST use the Shroud Survival Flask before you enter the shroud. It won't activate if you're already inside. The only exception is if you use it at a respawn flame within the shroud, and thankfully, there's one right near the entrance to Bramblespine Boneyard.

The main goal inside the Bramblespine Boneyard for this quest is to find the chest containing the Weathered Stone Block. The dungeon can be a bit of a maze, so if you're having trouble visualizing the path, there are videos available that show you exactly where to go. Besides the block, there isn't a ton of other loot, but it's a decent spot to farm XP and grab some Torn Cloth from the enemies.