Naihe Bridge & River of Forgetfulness (奈何桥与忘川河)

Naihe Bridge (奈何桥 – Nài Hé Qiáo) and the turbulent spiritual waters of the River of Forgetfulness (忘川河 – Wàng Chuān Hé) form the opening threshold of the underworld in Black Myth: Zhong Kui. In classical Chinese Taoist folklore, every departed mortal soul must cross this boundary to receive underworld judgment, making it a critical strategic chokepoint heavily guarded by water demons.

Region Exploration Overview

• Chapter Placement: Chapter 1 Opening Zone & Underworld Crossing.
• Key Mechanics: Combines bridge melee skirmishes with deep underwater diving and spiritual fishing.
• Area Sovereign: Ruled by the gluttonous aquatic demon Great Fat Lord (大胖真君).

River Activities & Submerged Exploration

Zhong Kui Diving into the River of Forgetfulness with Seven Star Sword

Underwater Cavern Diving

Submerge directly beneath the Naihe Bridge arches using your Seven-Star Sword to defeat aquatic specters and unlock submerged shrines.

Zhong Kui Gathering Alchemy Materials by the Naihe River Shore

Spiritual River Gathering

Gather rare glowing water lilies and Naihe Spirit Dew along peaceful riverbanks to craft restorative brews for your Nether Gourd.

Taoist Shrines & Checkpoints in Naihe

⛩️ Shrine 1 – Riverbank Landing: The opening spawn point where Zhong Kui first materializes in the underworld.
⛩️ Shrine 2 – Naihe Bridge Archway: Located just before the narrow stone bridge crossing guarded by Underworld Spear Guards.
⛩️ Shrine 3 – Submerged Water Temple: An underwater cavern shrine accessible by diving into the deep river trench.
⛩️ Shrine 4 – Glutton’s Reeds (Boss Arena): The final checkpoint right outside the arena gate of the Great Fat Lord.