What the Training Grounds Key Unlocks in Phantom Blade Zero

Players who miss the hidden dirt path will struggle to complete the Illusory Pipa repair and miss out on valuable loot, making this key essential for progression in the Mandate Encampment region.

Players who miss the hidden dirt path will struggle to complete the Illusory Pipa repair and miss out on valuable loot, making this key essential for progression in the Mandate Encampment region.

Key points - The Training Grounds Key is obtained by defeating the Chief Disciple of the Seven-Stars Formation boss in the Mandate Encampment. - The key is required to complete the Illusory Pipa repair and access additional rewards. - The route involves climbing a dovecote, fleeing a boss via chain swing, and following wooden scaffolding. - The Chief Disciple boss has two phases, with the second phase adding the earlier boss to the fight. - Defeating the boss also grants access to the Moji's House Key and the Training Grounds door.

Timeline - Start of the quest: From the main Mandate camp, take the wooden ramp on the right and head to the fortified gate. - After climbing the dovecote: Flee the boss by swinging to the cliff, then follow the scaffolding to the Three Towers Bell. - At the boss arena: Defeat the Chief Disciple of the Seven-Stars Formation in a two-phase fight. - After the boss: Collect the Training Grounds Key and proceed to the Training Grounds door.

FAQ

Q: Where exactly is the Training Grounds Key? A: It's a reward from the Chief Disciple of the Seven-Stars Formation boss in the Mandate Encampment. Follow the dirt path opposite the wooden incline to reach the dovecote and then the boss arena.

Q: Why do I need the Training Grounds Key? A: It unlocks the Training Grounds door, which contains the Illusory Pipa backplate needed for repairs, plus other rewards like the Baishan Stormswords and Broken Vessel Accessory.

Q: Is the Chief Disciple boss hard? A: Yes, it has two phases. The second phase is notably harder because the boss you fled from earlier joins the fight, so be prepared.