Black Myth: Wukong Guide - All Spells and How to Acquire Them

In Black Myth: Wukong, as the Destined One embarks on the quest for the Six Senses of the Great Sage, they can master a variety of powerful spells. Many of these abilities draw inspiration from the classic tale of Journey to the West, reflecting the magical prowess of Sun Wukong or referencing significant events from the story.

Discovering and utilizing every spell in Black Myth: Wukong will significantly ease your journey, providing you with a diverse set of abilities to complement your combat skills. The right spells can transform challenging boss fights into manageable encounters, and this guide will walk you through each spell and its acquisition, with links to more detailed guides where available.

Mysticism Spells

Mysticism spells are the first type of magic you'll encounter in Black Myth: Wukong. These spells primarily offer support by binding enemies or enhancing the Destined One's capabilities. You’ll naturally acquire two Mysticism spells during the main story, while the third requires completing a side quest in Chapter 3.

- Immobilize

You’ll gain access to Immobilize early in Chapter 1 during the first boss battle. This powerful spell immobilizes your target, rendering them vulnerable for a brief period. It’s ideal for both defensive maneuvers—creating opportunities to heal or escape—and offensive strategies to ensure your attacks land accurately. Immobilize is a crucial addition to your arsenal throughout the game, effective against nearly all enemies.

- Ring of Fire

Ring of Fire is the second Mysticism spell, learned from the recurring character Yuan Shoucheng, a nod to Journey to the West. During Chapter 3, you’ll find him enjoying tea and using this spell against the Macaque Chief. After defeating the Macaque Chief, you can speak with Yuan Shoucheng to learn Ring of Fire.

This spell creates a ring of fire with your staff, repelling weaker foes, speeding up stamina recovery, and enhancing the potency of your restorative drinks. With upgrades, it can also heal the Destined One and replenish focus, making it invaluable for prolonged encounters where flask charges are precious.

- Spell Binder

The Spell Binder is an optional Mysticism spell that enhances the Destined One’s attack power at the expense of Mana. While active, Spell Binder disables the use of other spells, soul skills, and transformations, making it a high-risk, high-reward choice. It’s perfect for players who want to maximize their core fighting style and push their combo damage to the limit.

To obtain Spell Binder, complete the Treasure Hunter Quest in Chapter 3 and defeat the Green-Capped Martialist. This will unlock the spell for you.

Alteration Spells

Alteration spells are acquired through the main storyline and offer valuable defensive and mobility advantages.

- Cloud Step

The first Alteration spell you’ll learn is Cloud Step, which allows the Destined One to dodge in any direction while transforming into wind. In this form, the Destined One moves faster and becomes invisible to most enemies, setting up for a potent "Unveiling Strike" upon reappearance. Additionally, Cloud Step creates a duplicate to distract enemies.

You’ll learn Cloud Step after your initial battle with the Black Wind King, towards the end of Chapter 1.

- Rock Solid

Rock Solid serves as the parry mechanic in Black Myth: Wukong, enabling the Destined One to turn into stone and deflect attacks. This spell is especially effective against many enemies, though some powerful attacks can still break through. You’ll acquire Rock Solid after defeating the Tiger Vanguard in Chapter 2.

Strand Spells

The Strand spell category includes two spells: one acquired through the main story and the other unlocked in New Game Plus.

- Pluck of Many

Pluck of Many is Sun Wukong’s renowned cloning technique, allowing the Destined One to transform a bunch of their hair into combat-ready clones. These clones can inflict significant damage and serve as distractions. With the right upgrades, they can also cast spells like Rock Solid and Immobilize, enhancing their utility against enemies and bosses.

You’ll receive Pluck of Many from the Headless Monk near the end of Chapter 2, as you enter the valley where the Yellow-Wind Sage resides. This spell is a guaranteed part of the story.

- Life-Saving Strand

Available only in New Game Plus, Life-Saving Strand is a spell that activates automatically every 10 minutes to save the Destined One from death. It creates a clone from a strand of the Destined One’s hair to absorb a fatal blow, while restoring the Destined One’s health. Although it doesn’t replenish flask uses, it’s a crucial defensive tool for high-stakes boss battles.

You’ll obtain Life-Saving Strand by interacting with the first Keeper Shrine in New Game Plus.

Quick Reference Table

For a quick overview, here’s a summary of all the spells, their categories, and the chapters in which they are found.

With this guide, you’re now equipped to harness the full power of the spells available in Black Myth: Wukong. Master these abilities to enhance your gameplay and overcome the challenges ahead.