How to recover Qi in Black Myth: Wukong

In a game like the Black Myth: Wukong, efficient resource management can make all the difference. One resource you should pay close attention to is Qi, an essential starting element to use the special abilities associated with Spirits and Vessels.

Knowing how to recover it quickly can significantly impact your journey as the Destined One. We’ve compiled a short (yet effective) guide on recovering Qi in Black Myth: Wukong to simplify things. Read on to learn more.

Understanding Qi in Black Myth: Wukong

You can mainly acquire Qi through fighting. However, if you’re already running low on them, it will take time to fully recover these valuable resources (even if it’s through combat.)

Its usage is associated with Spirits, the powerful entities you gain after defeating the non-optional or side bosses. Each Spirit in the game has its own Qi requirement, and using an ability means that Qi will be consumed in the process.

Another valuable resource connected with Qi is Vessels, though they do not directly consume it like Spirits. Instead, they provide consistent buffs to increase or enhance your abilities during combat.

How to Retrieve Qi in Black Myth: Wukong

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There are multiple ways to go about this. The list below sheds light on each.

1. Combat: The main method to recover Qi is through fighting. The more you engage in battles, the more Qi you’ll collect.
2. Resting at Shrines: Anytime you rest at a Shrine, your Qi is refilled. Furthermore, your health and mana are also restored, and negative status conditions will no longer pose a threat. On a side note, this method is considered the quickest way to refill your Qi.
3. Revival at Shrines: If you fail in battle, getting revived at a Shrine will automatically refill your Qi — every time. This auto recovery can save your life, allowing you to jump back into the action with everything restored.
4. Spirit Management: Spirits grant powerful abilities but also eat up your Qi. After changing a Spirit, you will lose all the Qi you’ve collected for the previous Spirit. To avoid this, switching them only when you’re near a shrine is best. By doing so, you can immediately rest and recover your Qi.

Tips for Efficient Qi Management

• Strategic Spirit Usage: Every Spirit has different Qi costs, so choosing the right one for each situation is vital. High-level Spirits require a large amount of Qi. Therefore, upgrading your Spirit at Shrines helps reduce their Qi cost.
• Rest Regularly: Take regular rests at Shrines before major battles. By doing so, your Qi, along with other resources, will be at full capacity.

Spirits consume both Mana and Qi. Hence, unnecessary spamming is discouraged. Conserve your Qi for tougher fights where you’ll need every advantage you can get.