How to Track Down the Map Early in Mina the Hollower
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
A guide on how to find the map in Mina the Hollower by rescuing Rhene, navigating the Hollower's Guild, and completing an escort puzzle, as originally detailed by Polygon.
If you are diving into Yacht Club Games' latest retro adventure and wondering where your cartography tools are hiding, you are not alone. In Mina the Hollower, finding the map requires a bit of detective work and some rescue operations rather than just walking into a shop. Unlike traditional games where a map offers a granular, room-by-room breakdown of your immediate surroundings, this map acts as a broader overview of Tenebrous Isle. While it might take some adjustment, securing it early is vital for tracking uncompleted areas and eventually unlocking a handy collectible checklist for each region. To get the process started, players need to head over to the Hollower's Guild just right of the Ossex main entrance, break some boxes to slip inside, and speak with Muriel to get a lead on the missing duo, Rhene and Drillhardt.
Following Muriel's tip means heading south through the burnt town, but make sure you have at least one kear in your inventory before you make a move. You will need to unlock a northern path using that kear, clear out a few enemies, and power up a yellow gate using a plasma vial. Navigating the interior involves standard platforming and combat challenges, but the real test begins once you locate Rhene. Healing them with a plasma vial triggers an escort sequence where you have to guide them safely out of the building. Because Rhene cannot burrow and has limited jump capabilities, you will want to clear the rooms of enemies and press the required floor buttons carefully before backtracking to fetch your companion.
For the complete breakdown on navigating the escort puzzle and tracking down the final steps of this early game quest, you can read the original guide over at Polygon. Securing utility items like this map changes the flow of exploration, giving completionists a reliable safety net as they tackle the tougher corners of the map. Whether you are streaming your first playthrough for your community or speedrunning the campaign, keeping tabs on your missing checklist items saves hours of tedious backtracking later.
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Original article: Polygon