Ah, Penacony. The land of dreams, wonder, and... manhole covers? Who would've thought that after helping Misha and embracing the Harmony Path in the Dreamflux Reef, my next great adventure would involve becoming a connoisseur of steaming sewer grates? The Trailblaze Mission was epic, but the real treasure, it turns out, was the friends (and achievements) we made along the way. The Dreamflux Reef, like all areas in Honkai: Star Rail, is packed with goodies to find, but the 'Anyway, It's Cool' Achievement truly takes the cake for sheer, delightful absurdity. Let me tell you, it was a journey of patience, navigation, and questioning my life choices as I sought the blessings of seven mystical manholes.
To snag this glorious trophy, you, my fellow Trailblazer, must embark on a sacred pilgrimage. Your quest? Locate and interact with seven Special Steaming Manhole Covers scattered across Dreamflux Reef. Sounds simple, right? Ha! Each one is like a stubborn, steaming Pokémon, representing one of the seven core Paths: The Hunt, Abundance, Erudition, Harmony, Nihility, Destruction, and Preservation. I felt like a Path sommelier, sniffing out different aromas from each sewer grate. Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of this steamy scavenger hunt! 😅
🔍 The Pathfinder's Guide to Steamy Sewers
Here’s the breakdown of my epic—and slightly sweaty—journey to find all seven covers.
| Path Represented | Key Location / Landmark | Quick Directions from Anchor |
|---|---|---|
| The Hunt | In front of a market stall | From Bygoneville Space Anchor, take eastern stairs. It's right there! |
| Abundance | Near a crossing bridge | From Bygoneville Anchor, head west toward the bridge. You can help a stuck Origami Bird here too! |
| Erudition | East of the Kirk Shop | From Abundance spot, take southern bridge, then road east of Kirk Shop. |
| Harmony | Next to wooden boxes & a barrel | From Erudition, move west, then turn north. Look for the pile of crates. |
| Nihility | Northwest stairs from Bygoneville | Head northwest from the Bygoneville Space Anchor. It's by the stairs, fittingly existential. |
| Preservation | North of the Auto Band Shop | From Nihility, take western stairs. It's north of that shop, standing guard. |
| Destruction | In front of a red fire hydrant | Fast travel to Slumbertown Space Anchor, then go west. The hydrant is your beacon. |
🗺️ Step-by-Step, With Feeling!
Let me walk you through this with the colorful commentary it deserves.
First up, The Hunt. I teleported to the Bygoneville Space Anchor, full of hope. Took the eastern stairs, and bam! There it was, steaming away in front of a little stall. I half-expected a vendor to pop out and sell me sewer-adjacent souvenirs. I interacted with it. One down, six to go. The hunt was on!
Next, I doubled back to the Anchor for Abundance. Headed west toward that crossing bridge. Found the cover, gave it a good poke. Nearby, a poor Origami Bird was stuck. Being the upstanding citizen I am, I helped it out. Two Paths blessed, and one bird rescued. Not a bad day's work.
Feeling confident, I went for Erudition. From the bridge, I headed south, then took the road east of the Kirk Shop. I imagined the shopkeeper judging me as I intently studied a manhole. The Erudition cover made me feel smarter just by being near it. Or maybe that was the steam?
Harmony was next. From the shop, I wandered west, then turned north. I found it nestled next to a bunch of wooden boxes and a steel barrel—a very harmonious arrangement, if you ask me. It was like a tiny, steamy concert venue for one.
Then came Nihility. A fitting name for the feeling you get when you're five manholes deep. I went back to the Bygoneville Anchor and headed northwest to some stairs. There it was, steaming philosophically into the dreamscape. It made me ponder the meaning of it all... before moving on.
Preservation was close by. From Nihility's spot, I took the western stairs and found it standing proudly north of the Auto Band Shop. It felt sturdy, reliable. A real "preserving the integrity of this sewer system" vibe.
Finally, the grand finale: Destruction! I fast-traveled to the Slumbertown Space Anchor. Went west, and there it was, boldly positioned in front of a bright red fire hydrant. A perfect, chaotic duo. I interacted with the final cover. A wave of accomplishment (and slight concern for my hobbies) washed over me.
🎉 The Moment of Truth
As soon as I poked that last (Destruction) cover, a dialogue box popped up automatically. The game informed me that I had "gained the blessing of all the Manhole Covers in Dreamflux Reef." I sat back, a satisfied grin on my face. The game itself declared this feat "very cool." And you know what? It was. Immediately, the 'Anyway, It's Cool' Achievement popped up in my log, complete with its precious Stellar Jade reward 🎁.
This achievement is a perfect example of why I love exploring in Honkai: Star Rail. It's not just about the big story beats; it's about these weird, wonderful, and whimsical side adventures that make the world feel alive. It encourages you to look at every nook, cranny, and yes, every manhole cover. You never know what blessing or bit of lore you might find.
So, if you're traversing the Dreamflux Reef in 2025, don't just rush through. Take a moment. Smell the... steam. Seek out these seven special covers. Embrace the Paths in the most grounded way possible. Trust me, when that achievement notification flashes, you'll sit back, nod, and think, "Yeah. Anyway, that was pretty cool."
