Hidden deep in Genshin Impact’s Ancient Sacred Mountain lies a mysterious item—“That Which Was Once Ehecatl”—a broken Secret Source Servant shell that unlocks a hidden achievement and a Luxurious Chest.
This guide walks you through how to obtain Ehecatl’s remains, where to place them, and the rewards you’ll earn (including the “Why Is It Always A Statue Mechanism?” achievement). Let’s dive in!
The Mystery of Ehecatl Revealed
Deep within Ancient Sacred Mountain lies one of Genshin Impact’s most intriguing secrets – the story of Ehecatl, a Secret Source Servant whose remains hold unexpected power. As you progress through the “Frozen, Rekindling Land” quest starting from Collective of Plenty, you’ll encounter this mechanical being near a sealed door to the Summoning Hall. What begins as a simple map-unlocking assistance evolves into a multi-stage puzzle that rewards diligent explorers with rare treasures and a memorable achievement.
Obtaining the Pristine Remains
Your journey with Ehecatl begins when the automaton expends its final energy reserves to illuminate Ancient Sacred Mountain’s map. As it deactivates near the Summoning Hall’s mechanism, be sure to collect its empty shell – now transformed into the quest item “That Which Was Once Ehecatl.” This crucial step is easily missed, as the game doesn’t highlight the item’s importance immediately. Store it safely in your Quest Inventory; you’ll need it soon to access hidden areas that even the most thorough explorers might overlook.
The Hidden Altar’s Secret
The true purpose of Ehecatl’s remains becomes clear when you venture to the Fallingstar Fields ruins. Whether entering through the main door (unlocked via “The Way Into the Mountain” quest) or the cleverly concealed upper entrance, prepare for environmental hazards. The area’s collapsing Pulverite boulders demand either a Tatankasaurus transformation’s charging ability or a Collective of Plenty character’s unique skills to navigate safely. At the ruins’ heart lies an unassuming altar, guarded by hostile forces that must be cleared before you can place Ehecatl’s shell.
Rewards Worth the Effort
Placing the artifact triggers a satisfying mechanical sequence – doors grind open to reveal a treasure chamber containing not just a Luxurious Chest, but also the self-referential “Why Is It Always A Statue Mechanism?” achievement. The chest may yield the particularly valuable Sunset-Blue Obsidian Ring, a key to yet another secret: an artifact-rich chamber west of Collective of Plenty. This cascading series of discoveries exemplifies Genshin Impact’s brilliant environmental storytelling, where one curious interaction leads to multiple rewards.
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Ehecatl’s story, while brief, encapsulates what makes Genshin Impact’s exploration so rewarding – mechanical beings with hidden histories, multi-layered puzzles, and treasures that reward thorough investigation. Have you discovered other Secret Source Servants with similar secrets? Share your findings below and help fellow Travelers uncover more of Teyvat’s mysteries!