In Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, discovering key items often unlocks memorable side quests and valuable rewards. Among these items, the Water Of The Palace stands out as a crucial quest component hidden deep within Fountainhead Palace. Locating this item allows players to complete a unique storyline involving the Head Priest of Mibu Village.
Finding the Water Of The Palace Location
To acquire the Water Of The Palace, players must navigate to the Fountainhead Palace area after defeating the Corrupted Monk. From the Mibu Manor area, proceed through the courtyard where several Palace Nobles reside. Look along the wooden floorboards to find a small hole leading to a hidden flooded passage underneath the building.
Diving into this underwater passage leads directly into a secret room filled with valuable items. Inside, players can open a large chest to claim the Water Of The Palace along with several Treasure Carp Scales. This hidden compartment is easy to miss if players do not carefully inspect the estate floorboards.
Delivering the Nectar to the Mibu Village Priest
Once the item is in your inventory, fast travel back to Mibu Village in the Ashina Depths. Locate the Head Priest's house near the end of the village and enter using the secret revolving floor panel. Offer the item to the thirsty priest, who will gladly drink the divine nectar.
In exchange for delivering the item, the priest rewards you with a bottle of Dragonspring Sake. This valuable drink can be shared with various NPCs throughout the game to unlock additional background lore and dialogue options. Completing this step advances the priest's tragic storyline.
Completing the Questline and Claiming Final Rewards
After handing over the item, leave the area or rest at a nearby Sculptor's Idol to reset the zone. Upon returning to the priest's home, you will find that he has transformed into a hostile Palace Noble. Defeating his transformed state yields five additional Treasure Carp Scales, making this quest extremely lucrative for players seeking rare upgrade materials.
Storyline Impact and Gameplay Tips
Finishing this questline provides a clear illustration of how the fountainhead waters corrupt those who consume them. It connects the narrative dots between Mibu Village's eternal thirst and the celestial aristocracy living high above Ashina. Following these steps ensures you do not miss out on vital crafting resources or rich storytelling details.
