Fantasies of The Thousand Gateways - Wuthering Waves - Version 2.4

Fantasies of The Thousand Gateways - Wuthering Waves - Version 2.4

### Fantasies of the Thousand Gateways Guide - Wuthering Waves Version 2.4

**Fantasies of the Thousand Gateways** is a permanent weekly combat game mode in *Wuthering Waves*, introduced in Version 2.1 and available in Version 2.4. This mode, set in Rinascita’s Somnoire, is a condensed version of the Depths of Illusive Realm, offering players a roguelite-style challenge with weekly rewards and Waveplate consumption. Below is a comprehensive guide.

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### Event Overview
- **Description**: Fantasies of the Thousand Gateways is a weekly challenge where players navigate through 13 Memory Zones in the Somnoire, battling enemies, earning Metaphor buffs, and collecting Illusive Points for rewards. It features Dreamscape Aid Resonators and the Lucid Dream state for enhanced combat.
- **Location**: Interact with the red gateway in Ragunna City, Rinascita, or access it via the Recurring Challenges menu for automatic warping.
- **Duration**: Resets weekly on Mondays. The current cycle in Version 2.4 runs from July 21 to July 28, 2025.
- **Eligibility**:
- Reach Union Level 30.
- Complete the main quest Chapter II Act I: The Sacred Breeze So Often Breathes to unlock the Resonance Nexus in Ragunna City.
- Complete the side quest Fantasies of the Thousand Gateways (available since February 17, 2025) to unlock the mode.

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### How to Play
1. **Unlock the Mode**:
- Progress through the main story quest Through the Sea Thou Break (Chapter II prologue) to reach Ragunna City and activate the Resonance Nexus.
- Complete the side quest Fantasies of the Thousand Gateways by heading to the City Square in Ragunna City and interacting with the Ebony Gatekeeper, who introduces the Somnoire.
- Ensure you’re at Union Level 30.

2. **Gameplay Mechanics**:
- **Team Setup**: Form a team of up to 3 Resonators. Each week, specific Dreamscape Aid Resonators (e.g., Phoebe, Jinhsi, Shorekeeper, Verina in Version 2.4) grant a 150% Illusive Points bonus when included. These Resonators are tagged with “Points x150%” in the team selection menu.
- **Memory Zones**: Progress through 13 Memory Zones:
- Zones 1–5, 8–11: Combat rooms with Tacet Discords.
- Zones 6 and 12: Memory of Rest rooms where you exchange Dream Fragments (earned from defeating enemies) for additional Metaphors.
- Zones 7 and 13: Boss rooms where defeating bosses spawns a Remnant Crystal for Waveplate-based rewards.
- **Metaphor Buffs**: After clearing each Memory Zone, choose a Metaphor to enhance your Resonators (e.g., boosts to ATK, Crit, DMG, Basic Attacks, Resonance Skills, or Liberation). Dreamscape Power Metaphors enhance the Lucid Dream state.
- **Lucid Dream State**: Fill the Dreamscape Energy gauge (top-left corner, key symbol) by attacking enemies. When full, activate Lucid Dream for 10 seconds of powerful buffs (e.g., increased Crit Rate, Energy Regen, reduced cooldowns), depending on weekly Dreamscape Aids and chosen Metaphors.
- **Illusive Points**: Earn up to 6,000 Illusive Points per week by clearing Memory Zones. Using Dreamscape Aid Resonators maximizes points in a single run. Points determine weekly reward tiers.

3. **Waveplate Rewards**:
- In Memory Zones 7 and 13, defeating bosses allows you to spend 60 Waveplates for standard rewards or 120 Waveplates for double rewards from Remnant Crystals. Rewards include:
- Unborn Echoes (random Echoes from a chosen Tacet Field).
- Premium Sealed Tubes.
- Premium Tuners.
- Shell Credits.
- Unlike weekly Illusive Points, Waveplate rewards can be farmed repeatedly during the week.

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### Rewards
- **Weekly Rewards** (based on Illusive Points, up to 6,000):
- Up to 160 Astrites (enough for one Convene pull).
- Additional resources for character and weapon upgrades (e.g., Sealed Tubes, Tuners, Supply Chests).
- **Remnant Crystal Rewards** (Memory Zones 7 and 13, Waveplate-based):
- Unborn Echoes (random Echoes from selected Tacet Field).
- Premium Sealed Tubes.
- Premium Tuners.
- Shell Credits.
- **Note**: Weekly rewards reset every Monday, and unclaimed rewards may expire. Waveplate rewards can be claimed multiple times per week.

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### Additional Notes
- **Comparison to Other Modes**: This mode is a streamlined version of Depths of Illusive Realm, with simpler Metaphors and no character/echo leveling, making it less complex but potentially less engaging for some players. It’s similar to Tacet Fields in reward structure but offers boxed Echoes and weekly Astrites.
- **Version 2.4 Specifics**: The current cycle features Havoc aid Resonators (e.g., Lupa, given her Version 2.4 banner) with Baizhi, each providing a 150% Illusive Points bonus.
- **Gameplay Tips**:
- Prioritize Dreamscape Aid Resonators for maximum Illusive Points to unlock all weekly rewards in one run.
- Choose Metaphors that synergize with your team’s playstyle (e.g., Havoc DMG buffs for Lupa).
- Save Waveplates for double rewards (120 Waveplates) in Memory Zones 7 and 13 if you’re farming Echoes or materials.
- Higher SOL3 Phases increase difficulty but offer better Remnant Crystal rewards.
- **Community Feedback**: Some players find the mode repetitive or overly difficult (e.g., tough bosses like Hecate), with complaints about Waveplate costs and limited rewards compared to Tacet Fields. Others appreciate the extra Astrites and material farming.
- **Bugs**: Issues like game crashes or incomplete runs (e.g., restarting with an injured team) have been reported. If encountered, try restarting the game or checking for updates.

For further details, check the in-game Recurring Challenges menu or official *Wuthering Waves* sources. If you need help with specific Memory Zones, team builds, or other Version 2.4 events, let me know!