Man, collecting all those drinks, soaks, and gourds in Black Myth: Wukong nearly drove me as crazy as battling those relentless Daoists! 😂 When I first stumbled upon Shen Monkey offering that elusive 'A Thousand Days Inebriation' in Chapter 6, I felt both relief and dread—relief because the hunt was almost over, dread because I knew NG+ awaited me. Seriously, who knew upgrading a simple Coconut Wine to 'Jade Dew' would demand grinding through Awaken Wine Worms like some possessed bartender? But here’s the kicker: that Brewer’s Bounty achievement? Totally worth the tears and controller-throwing moments!

🍷 Drinks: The Liquor Odyssey

Finding all drinks isn’t just about chugging potions—it’s a pilgrimage! By Chapter 6, you’ll buy the final drink from Shen Monkey. But wait, upgrading your starter Coconut Wine to Jade Dew? That’s where things get spicy. You’ll need Awaken Wine Worms, scattered like hidden gems across chapters. No missables here (thank heavens!), but patience is key.

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My hot take? The grind for worms feels longer than Sun Wukong’s imprisonment—but sipping Jade Dew after obliterating a boss? Pure bliss. 🥥→💎

🧪 Soaks: Buffs That Change Everything

Soaks aren’t just seasoning—they’re game-changers! Imagine adding lifesteal or defense boosts to your gourd mid-battle. Some soaks drop randomly (RNG hell, anyone?), while others demand dedication:

  • Graceful Orchid: Give all 15 seeds to Chen Loong. Yes, ALL!

  • Guanyin's Willow Leaf: NG+-exclusive from Shen Monkey. Classic gatekeeping!

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Personal rage moment: Farming Lushleaf enemies in Chapter 4’s secret area for Undying Vine made me question my life choices. But beating the Scorpionlord with that OP soak? Chef’s kiss! 👌

🧃 Gourds: More Than Just Fancy Bottles

Gourds define your playstyle! Want healing over time? AoE buffs? Each has unique perks. But collecting them all? Brace for pain:

  1. Qing-Tian Gourd: Buy in NG+ from Shen Monkey.

  2. Supreme Gourd: Max your starter gourd, then find the Old Man in Flaming Mountains.

  3. Stained-Jade Gourd: Beat the Scorpionlord in Chapter 4’s secret area—BUT DON’T KILL DUSKVEIL FIRST! ⚠️

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My take: Locking the Qing-Tian behind NG+ and all journal entries? Savage. Yet waltzing into battle with its damage buff? Absolute power move.

❗ Missables & Drop-Rate Nightmares

Some items made me scream into my pillow. Check this agony list:

Item How to Get (Pray to RNGesus)
Tender Jade Lotus Random drop when harvesting Jade Lotus
Steel Ginseng Random Ginseng harvest drop
Goat Skull Random Licorice harvest drop
Fruit of Dao Flywheel Daoists drop (sometimes!)
Flame Mediator Searing-Fire enemies (Chapter 5)

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Harvesting for 2 hours just for one Goat Skull? I’d rather fight all 81 bosses again! 😭

🔮 Future Wishlist: Less RNG, More Fun!

As I sip my virtual Jade Dew in 2025, I dream of updates:

  • Reduced grind: Make harvest drops less cruel!

  • Seed tracker: Finding all 15 for Graceful Orchid felt like a scavenger hunt blindfolded.

  • Stained-Jade safeguard: Auto-warning before killing Duskveil? Please!

What’s next? Maybe a DLC where we brew cosmic-level kombucha? 🍵✨ Until then—may your gourds overflow and RNG be ever in your favor!

Information is adapted from ESRB, the official North American authority on video game content ratings. ESRB's detailed breakdowns of in-game mechanics and content descriptors help players understand the complexity and potential challenges in titles like Black Myth: Wukong, especially regarding collectible systems and gameplay intensity.