If you’re diving into Disney Dreamlight Valley’s A Rift in Time expansion, you’ve likely stumbled upon the captivating quest “The Ink-Stained World.” Part mystery, part artistic adventure, and 100% magical, this quest takes you deep into the pages of forgotten stories, helping EVE uncover a world painted in shadows and secrets.
But don’t worry—whether you’re stuck on the first step or just want to breeze through with all the right materials and puzzle pieces, this guide has you covered. 🌟
✨ Quest Prerequisites
Before you begin this quest, make sure you’ve:
- Unlocked EVE as a resident in Eternity Isle.
- Progressed through the main storyline of the A Rift in Time expansion far enough to access her questline.
- Completed “A Friendly Exchange” (EVE’s previous quest).
Once those are checked off, “The Ink-Stained World” will pop up in your quest log!
🖤 Step 1: Speak to EVE
EVE has discovered a mysterious ink-stained artifact and needs your help piecing together its origin. This kicks off a new mission to explore ancient ruins, decode symbols, and gather magical ink.
Head to her and trigger the cutscene dialogue to get started.
🗺️ Step 2: Explore the Ink-Stained Areas
EVE sends you to investigate three locations where ink has mysteriously appeared. These locations include:
- The Courtyard Ruins
- The Whispering Waterfall
- The Ancient’s Landing
Use your Royal Tools (especially the Royal Hourglass!) to uncover hidden clues, glowing ink splotches, and enchanted symbols.
Tip: Use the Timebending feature to locate hidden items in the area. The ink clues are usually marked by subtle visual hints—look for sparkle effects or shifting shadows.
🧪 Step 3: Collect Magical Ink Components
You’ll need to gather a few special materials to mix the magical ink. These typically include:
- Night Shards
- Dream Shards
- Purple Pigment Plants
- And a special item EVE identifies (varies per player)
Once you’ve collected everything, return to a Crafting Station and create the Ink of Remembrance.
📚 Step 4: Reveal the Forgotten Tale
Using the newly crafted ink, EVE will unlock a mysterious ancient scroll or storybook. This leads to a beautiful cutscene revealing more about her origins—and a dark secret hidden in the ruins.
You’ll need to help her place the scroll in a forgotten pedestal, which opens up a secret chamber filled with forgotten knowledge.
🎉 Quest Complete!
Once the hidden chamber is unlocked and you’ve watched the final cutscene, the quest wraps up—leaving you with:
- 💖 A stronger bond with EVE
- 📘 A new lore entry in your Dreamlight Journal
- 🎁 Unique rewards (including furniture or cosmetic items)
🏁 Final Tips
- Bring food and stamina boosters. Some areas require a lot of digging or breaking through Time Anomalies.
- Play during daytime if you have trouble spotting ink clues.
- Talk to EVE often. Her dialogue changes with each step and can give subtle hints!
💫 Conclusion
“The Ink-Stained World” is a beautiful blend of storytelling, exploration, and puzzle-solving that highlights what makes Disney Dreamlight Valley so magical. With EVE’s help, you’ll uncover a forgotten piece of history and bring new color to your adventure in Eternity Isle.
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