Hark! Neva, a platformer fashioned by the artisans renowned for GRIS, beckons thee to journey through a realm mysterious and dire accompanied by a faithful wolf. This odyssey unfolds on the realms of PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch. Behold, this exegesis shall delve into the realms of achieving all feats, uncovering all treasures.
Verily, in the first chapter of Summer, to unravel Neva completely, thou must conquer all 18 triumphs. This endeavor demands the completion of the game whilst discovering all treasures dispersed far and wide. Post the commencement cutscene, thou shalt encounter demon-like creatures encroaching gradually upon the realm. Within this chapter, mastery of jumping, dodging, striking, and the art of petting Neva shall be honed.
Achievement – Loving: Should thy hand caress Neva twentyfold during thy sojourn in Neva’s realm, an accolade named Loving shall be thine.
Achievement – Provide: Ah, this accolade’s description, though cryptic, bodes well. ‘Tis proclaimed that thou must “feed” Neva whilst amidst Spring Part 1. Lo, five instances exist wherein Neva partakes of flowers beneath trees sporting purple or orange leaves.
Summer Collectible Flower 1 of 5: Beneath the horizontal tree traversed ere descending into the aqueous expanse lies the first collectible bloom. Beware the cranes, for if thou behold’st a grand bird, thou hast strayed too far.
Summer Collectible Flower 2 of 5: Following the altercation with the accursed tree’s corrupted aspect, another tree awaits. Ascend yon tree after verdant leaps and be rewarded with a bloom.
Summer Collectible Flower 3 of 5: Amidst the visage of giant faces that impede thee, a flower lies concealed. Defeat the thorns, and the bloom shall be revealed.
Fear not the encroaching shadows, for after surviving a monstrous maelstrom, a flower shall grace thy sight. A jump, a roll, and deft footwork shall unveil this hidden treasure.
Strive, intrepid traveler, along the well-trodden path. Employ thy acrobatic prowess to navigate the thorny obstacles and seize the final bloom of Summer.
Achievement – Wily: When combat ensues with the lesser fiends and the gigantic monstrosity hurls ebony appendages, employ subterfuge to turn its might against its own ilk.
First Boss in Neva: The Summer Giant: A colossal being, shadowed by a tragic tale, engages thee in combat. Study its movements and vanquish it with finesse. Dodge, leap, and conquer its onslaught to emerge victorious.
Achievement – Germination: Claim victory in Summer Part 1 to earn this accolade. Achievement – Sprouting: Triumph in Summer Part 2 Achievement – Establishment: Conquer Fall Part 1 Achievement – Growth: Prevail in Fall Part 2 Achievement – Dormancy: Overcome Fall Part 3 (Hidden)
Behold, Neva’s second chapter, Fall, unfolds, beckoning thee to unearth ten treasures and confront new adversaries. ‘Tis in this chapter that thee shall lay claim to three hidden trophies.
Fall Collectible Flower 1 of 10: Traverse the platforms, and lo, a towering wall of flowers beckons. Descend upon it nimbly, for a bloom lies hidden beneath.
Fall Collectible Flower 2 of 10: Amidst trials of agility, seek the fragile flower wall above. Ascend with grace, for above awaits a bloom to be claimed.
Achievement – Mentoring: In Fall Part 1, as Neva grapples with a monstrous minion, calm her with thy reassuring touch. A hidden achievement, veiled yet to be unveiled during this chapter.
Fall Collectible Flower 3 of 10: Venture forth to the temple’s right, and do battle with avian foes. Seek the shattered flower wall, for within lies a blossom becoming.
May thy spirit, gentle and understanding, extend solace to the troubled beast. An act of empathy, a tribute before Neva’s lament, shall herald the achievement’s embrace.
Fall Collectible Flower 4 of 10: And lo, as thou wander underground, a modest puzzle awaits. With acrobatic prowess, ascend to claim this hidden bloom.
Thus, as shadows lengthen and skies turn crimson, a complex puzzle unravels. Navigate the portals with dexterity to lay claim to this hidden bloom.
Achievement – Comfort: Sunder the statues of the enemy in Fall Part 3. Seek out all twelve remnants, discernible by their fractured visage, and claim the accolade.
Willow o’er the path, a floral treasure awaits. Employ dexterous throws and deft jumps to grasp the bloom hidden from prying eyes.
Spring into action, as Fall’s curtain falls. Navigate the labyrinthine corridors, and cherish the solace of victory awaiting thee at journey’s end.
Achievement – Blossoming: Prevail in Winter Part 1 (Hidden). Achievement – Pollination: Triumph in Winter Part 2 (Hidden).
As Winter’s gusts wane, Spring takes center stage. A single bloom beckons, hidden subtly amidst the verdant expanse. Venture left, and thy reward shall be found.
Achievement – Memories: Amidst the pillars and arches of white, a spectral tree stands. Unveil its hidden melody, for within lies the fragment of a fading memory.
Achievement – Blossoming: Dedicate thyself to uncovering all treasures. Achievement – Seed: Emerge victorious, and see the journey to its conclusion.
Walk the final stretch of Spring, and amidst the verdant boughs, discover the song in thy companion’s heart. Commune with depth and find solace amidst shared memories.
Embrace these triumphs and treasures, for in Neva’s realm, the journey shapes not only the traveler but also the soul. May the echoes of adventures past linger as a token of valor and wisdom, enriching the tapestry of your own odyssey.
