> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://riventide.gitbook.io/whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://riventide.gitbook.io/whitepaper/gameplay/biomes.md). # Biomes DISCLAIMER: All content here in is subject to change as the meta evolves through development, testing, and community feedback. No part of the Whitepaper is to be copied Biomes are the major regions the player progresses through during a run. Each Biome features distinct scenery, encounters, and points of interest. The Rest Site serves as the transition between Biomes. Biomes are divided into individual Zones. At the end of each Zone are portal branches that lead to the next Zone. Each Zone contains a fixed number of monster encounters. Most encounters are optional, but the Champion encounter in the final Zone is mandatory in order to progress. ## Pilgrimage Path Pilgrimage Path is the default Tier 1 Biome. It is a forest area with lots of trees, grass, stone paths, occasional lakes and various stone pillars scattered throughout the area. This Biome has four Zones, with the final Zone featuring a Champion encounter. The Champion monster is initially Warden. After defeating Warden, the Champion changes to Ravager the next time the player reaches the final Zone in a future run. Once Ravager has also been defeated, the Champion monster alternates between Warden and Ravager. If either monster appears for three consecutive runs, the other is guaranteed to appear on the next run. ## Forbidden Fortress Forbidden Fortress is the default Tier 2 Biome. It is a castle-like area filled with statues, armors, crates, windows, paintings and debris. This Biome has three Zones, with the final Zone featuring a Champion encounter. The Champion monster is initially Star Spawn. After defeating Star Spawn, the Champion changes to Dullahan the next time the player reaches the final Zone in a future run. Once Dullahan has also been defeated, the Champion monster alternates between Star Spawn and Dullahan. If either monster appears for three consecutive runs, the other is guaranteed to appear on the next run. Alchemical Woods Alchemical Woods is the alternative Tier 1 Biome. The Alchemical Woods can be accessed by purchasing the "Path to Alchemical Woods" meta-upgrade from Sir Tiberion at Pilgrim's Rest, who begins appearing there after the player either wins a run or speaks with him on six separate occasions across multiple runs. The "Path to Alchemical Woods" meta-upgrade requires 15 different non-Shifted monster Mementos. Once unlocked, it costs 400 Riven Crystals to purchase. This Biome has four Zones, with the final Zone featuring a Champion encounter. The Champion monster is initially Faerie. After defeating Faerie, the Champion changes to Bronze Lion the next time the player reaches the final Zone in a future run. Once Bronze Lion has also been defeated, the Champion monster alternates between Faerie and Bronze Lion. If either monster appears for three consecutive runs, the other is guaranteed to appear on the next run. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://riventide.gitbook.io/whitepaper/gameplay/biomes.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.