Ancient Basin



The deepest part of Hallownest, nearly devoid of life, hosting only scavengers and strange lifeforms. This was the original location of the White Palace, home of The Pale King, along with his consorts and guards.

The ruins of the White Palace can be found in the eastern portion of the Basin.

Broken Vessel, the corpse of a Vessel, is located on the western side of Ancient Basin, surrounded by infected lifeforms such as Lightseeds and Infected Balloons. After defeating this boss, the Monarch Wings can be acquired.

Points of Interest

 * Ability: Monarch Wings
 * 1 Vessel Fragment: Drop into the fountain (despite wording, the fountain will not take excess)
 * 1 Simple Key
 * 1 Pale Ore
 * 2 Grubs
 * 1 Wanderer's Journal
 * 6 Geo deposits
 * 1 Soul Totem

Sub-Area: Palace Grounds


The ruins of the White Palace, which vanished together with the Pale King. Requires the Monarch Wings to enter the area. White Palace can be accessed after awakening the Dream Nail and using it on the corpse of a Kingsmould on the bridge.

Points of Interest

 * Entrance to White Palace

Sub-Area: Hidden Station


A Stag Station located on the eastern side of the Palace Grounds which can be reached after destroying the breakable wall.

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