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Forlorn Ruins

Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition guide · Ori restores the element of Winds

The Forlorn Ruins is a zero-gravity dungeon where Ori must navigate frozen chambers to reach and rekindle the Element of Winds. To traverse the ruins, Ori must carry the Light Vessel, which alters local gravity and shields against lethal freezing conditions. The zone culminates in an escape sequence as the ruins collapse, requiring fast and precise movement away from rising hazards.

Achievements here

Solid GroundComplete the escape sequence in the Forlorn Ruins to restore the Element of Winds.

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Items

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Light Vessel: Obtained near the entrance of the interior ruinsMap Stone Fragment: Found in the upper-left gravity puzzle roomAbility Cell: Hidden in an alcove accessible by walking upside-down with the Light Vessel in the central shaft

Secrets

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Energy Cell behind a frozen barrier | Carry the Light Vessel past hot-air vents to melt the ice wall blocking the alcove

Tips

Carrying the Light Vessel changes the direction of gravity depending on the surface you walk onto, allowing you to walk up walls and across ceilings.
Dropping the Light Vessel returns gravity to normal and lets you use abilities like Bash and Double Jump that are locked while holding it.
Red lasers and hot surfaces will instantly kill Ori regardless of remaining health, so plan your gravity paths carefully around them.
During the final escape sequence, keep moving upward without stopping to look for pickups, as the rising destruction gives almost no room for hesitation.

Not listed for this area: enemies, shops and people.

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