Of all the mysteries sprinkled throughout Remnant 2, few artifacts capture the imagination quite like the mythical Thaen Seed. This solitary seed‘s placement hints at untold tales – ones that even this avid gamer and content creator still strives to unravel.
What secrets hide behind its cryptic shape and shine? Today I present everything my ongoing experiments have gleaned about the Thaen Seed so far.
Decoding the Thaen Seed Lore
The seed‘s radiance and symbolism suggest a connection to the sacred Vyr flowers spread throughout Yaesha. Wheareas Vyr petals bestow vitality in small doses, the Thaen Seed potentially channels that potency at an amplified scale.
Its talisman-like vessel concentrates nature‘s life energy into a resilient form. I believe such properties spawned the legends now tied to this rejuvenating seed.
The Pau people‘s oral traditions dub it Mulciber‘s Last Gift – a final sacrifice by the dying Fir God Mulciber to the Yaeshan pantheon. Others posit the seed as a petrified teardrop from Avril, the Weeping Queen locked in her crimson prison.
While its true origins remain uncertain, this seed retains its mythic status among Yaesha‘s inhabitants. Obtaining it could ensure the same reverence towards its holder.
Or so the rumors claim…which brings us to locating the prize itself.
Pinpointing the Thaen Seed‘s Hidden Location
Like most treasured artifacts, the Thaen Seed lies off the beaten path in Remnant‘s sprawling domains. Specifically, it sleeps within the Widow‘s Court region of Yaesha – behind a veritable labyrinth of obstacles.
I studied every stone and stream along Widow‘s Court in my search. Through patience and persistence, here is the exact pathway forged to reach this coveted seed:
The pursuit begins with locating a nondescript corpse – recognizable by the Ornate Key clutched in its skeletal hand. Search for this unlucky explorer underneath the large, domed Widow‘s Arena that crowns the Court.
Once acquired, the key unlocks an Ornate Lock Box sequestered behind illusion walls and waterfalls to the northwest of the Arena.
Orient yourself towards the tall, stolen tower in the distance – a landmark called the Dowager‘s Spine. From there, head directly northwest until a waterfall blocks your path.
Pass behind the cascading torrent to find a flat stone wall – an illusion you can banish with a weapon strike or relic blast. Behind the false construct lies yet another wall and waterfall to bypass.
On the other side you‘ll discover a luminous seed encased inside an open Ornate Lock Box. Retrieving the Thaen Seed infuses you with a deep awe and renewed sense of purpose.
Now two fates await its bestower…
Evaluating the Twin Thaen Seed Fates
Bearing the treasures Thaen Seed back from Yaesha opens tremendous possibilities – yet also tough choices. Will you nurture it or barter for its blessings?
I carefully weighed both outcomes by quantifying their benefits and drawbacks:
Planting the Seed in Ward 13
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Generates a mature tree with healing Thaen Fruits | Waiting period as tree grows to bearing age |
| Fruits revive player upon death (30% health) | Occasional maintenance may be required |
| Grants 30s immunity to status effects | |
| Fruit potency increases over time | |
| No direct costs or downsides |
Additional Unlocks
- Special dialogue when interacting with planted tree
Gifting the Seed to Queen Avril
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| All Pan Warrior factions become friendly | Ring slows relic activation by 25% |
| Receive Burden of the Rebel ring | |
| +15% cooldown reduction on skills |
Additional Unlocks
- New voice lines when speaking with Queen Avril
- Possible secret rewards or outcomes?
Key Takeaways
- The seed itself remains identical no matter where it‘s delivered
- Planting the seed generates more concrete rewards on paper
- Gifting the Queen seems higher risk, higher reward based on her cryptic nature
So do the projected gains outweigh the risks when cultivating or bartering this mythical seed?
Maximizing the True Potential of the Thaen Seed
Given the quantifiable trade-offs involved, planting the Thaen Seed in Ward 13 proves the strategically sound choice.
A 25% slower relic equip severely hinders playstyles dependent on these limited-use tools. And the Pan Warrior factions pose little threat even in their hostile state.
Conversely, the reliable healing and revive properties from a mature Thaen tree synergize with every build and encounter. No weaknesses exist to compromise its life-saving support.
However, I suspect gifting the Queen may yet unlock secret outcomes or revelations. Her unique dialogue hints at ulterior motives for requesting this sacred seed.
As such, I advocate experienced realm walkers attempt both – not just for the tangible rewards but also to further decipher Remnant 2‘s obscured narratives.
My own empirical experiments plant the seed in Ward 13 for most new characters. But I occasionally present the seed to Avril when chasing rumors of ephemeral NPC dialogue, hidden items, or other potential Easter eggs.
So while the pragmatic choice stands clear, no wrong answers exist when harnessing the Thaen Seed‘s esoteric power.
Closing Impressions on Remnant 2‘s Most Mystical Trinket
Through dedication and study, the Thaen Seed‘s mythical status proves well-earned. This resonant seed sustains life, defies boundaries, and maybe hints at destinies still unwritten.
Its consecrated shape certainly paints it as Yaesha‘s most magical – if not most elusive – treasure. We can admire the inventive storytelling on display even as secrets linger for subsequent playthroughs.
Perhaps in time, additional evidence will surface on the Thaen Seed‘s relationship to vanished deities or the weeping monarch herself.
For now, unearthing and mastering this artifact remains its own reward – one I‘m honored to share alongside fellow realm walkers.
Now I open the floor for your own tales. What insights on the Thaen Seed‘s legends and uses has your time in Remnant 2 revealed in turn?
