If you’re going for full completion in Nocturnal, this section breaks down every single achievement individually, just like proper tracking data. No skipping, no grouping, everything is clearly explained so you know exactly what to do and when to do it.
Achievement #1 — Form Blazing Sword
“Find the first flame”
This is your first achievement and completely story-based.
You unlock it as soon as you obtain your flame ability.
Nothing to worry about here, just progress normally.
Achievement #2 — A Light in Dark Places ⚠
“Activate your first shrine”
You’ll unlock this by activating any shrine.
There are multiple shrines in the game, so this should come naturally if you explore even a little. Still, if you rush through levels and ignore side paths, you can delay this more than expected.
Achievement #3 — Unfortunate Enemies
“Defeat Azita”
First major boss fight.
Best approach:
- Keep moving, don’t stand still
- Attack after her dash ends
- Use fire daggers to maintain pressure
Once defeated, the achievement unlocks instantly.
Achievement #4 — Stand Your Ground
“Defeat the berserker”
This fight punishes aggression.
- Wait for attack openings
- Avoid his charge attacks
- Use ranged daggers to stay safe
Patience matters more than speed here.
Achievement #5 — Avatar Ascendant
“Become the Fire Avatar”
Story progression achievement.
Unlocked automatically as you advance. No special action required.
Achievement #6 — Baleful Shadow
“Defeat Mist Arsia”
Late-game boss.
- Keep your flame active at all times
- Focus on timing instead of rushing damage
- Clear Mist quickly to avoid getting trapped
Defeat the boss and the achievement is yours.
Achievement #7 — A Grim Farewell
“Complete the game”
Finish the main story.
You’ll unlock this naturally once you beat the final section.
Achievement #8 — Words Unspoken ⚠ MISSABLE
“Find the Old Letter”
This is one of the most commonly missed achievements.
After escaping a spike ceiling sequence:
- Take the elevator back up
- Explore the dead-end above
- Pick up the Old Letter
If you continue forward without doing this, you’ll miss it.
Achievement #9 — No Stone Unturned ⚠ MISSABLE
“Find all 11 shrines”
This requires full exploration.
You must activate all 11 shrines across the game. Missing even one will prevent unlock.
All Shrine Locations:
Shrine 1 — Zone 4
Near the start. Activate elevator, go right into a dark room.
Shrine 2 — Zone 5
After second checkpoint. Ride elevator down, go left.
Shrine 3 — Zone 6
Burn vines first. Torch order: 3 → 1 → 2 → 4
Shrine 4 — Zone 8
Light high wall torch, backtrack to climb platforms.
Shrine 5 — Zone 9
After Phoenix statue, go down, light torch, return.
Shrine 6 — Zone 13
Ride elevator up, go right, light torch.
Shrine 7 — Zone 14
Burn vines. Torch order: 2 → 3 → 1 → 4
Shrine 8 — Zone 16 (Easy to miss)
Light hidden torch, backtrack to access platforms.
Shrine 9 — Zone 18 (Most missed)
Outdoor area. Throw dagger upward to light hidden torch.
Shrine 10 — Zone 20
Reveal hidden puzzle before dropping. Order: 1 → 3 → 2 → 4
Shrine 11 — Zone 22 (Easy to miss)
After chase, enter building and drop into pit immediately.
Achievement #10 — The Torchbearer
“Light 100 torches”
This will likely unlock naturally.
To speed it up:
- Light every torch you see
- Use fire daggers for distant torches
- Replay earlier areas if needed
Achievement #11 — (Implicit Completion Tracking)
While not always listed separately in some summaries, your final progression ties all achievements together once everything above is done.