PoE Into The Nexus quest

The "Into The Nexus" quest in Path of Exile (PoE) is a crucial part of the storyline involving Cavas, the Forgotten Spirit. This quest introduces players to the Memory Nexus, a mysterious and powerful hub where memories can be connected and explored. By helping Cavas link and stabilize his fragmented memories, you assist him in his journey to reclaim his lost identity. This guide will walk you through the steps to successfully complete the "Into The Nexus" quest and fully utilize the Memory Nexus.

Quest Overview

  • Quest Name: Into The Nexus
  • NPC: Cavas, Forgotten Spirit
  • Objective: Use a waypoint to travel to the Memory Nexus, connect memories, and explore them.
  • Act: 1 (MasterQuest, continuing the story of Cavas)

Step 1: Visit the Memory Nexus

After stabilizing some of Cavas’ memories during the "Shattered Past" quest, Cavas remembers an important location called the Memory Nexus. This is a central hub where all stabilized memories can be connected and explored. Your first task is to travel to this Nexus using a waypoint.

Objective:

  • Use a waypoint to travel to the Memory Nexus.

Cavas’ Dialogue:

  • Memory Bridges: "Exile, there is something about all this that I cannot fathom. The memories I somewhat understand. A man’s thoughts, a woman’s remembrance, a child’s sorrow – these things come from the living, or the once-living. They are real. But the ancient bridges that you cross between memories? Those were already out there. They came from no man, woman, or child of our land."

Step 2: Speak to Cavas at the Memory Nexus

Upon arriving at the Memory Nexus, speak with Cavas. He will explain more about the Nexus and its significance. The Nexus allows you to connect the memories you have collected, creating a pathway that can be explored for further insights into Cavas’ past.

Objective:

  • Speak to Cavas at the Memory Nexus.

Cavas’ Dialogue:

  • Linked Memories: "I remember this! This place is the Nexus of… uh… something. The name doesn’t matter. What matters is what it can do! A doorway! A doorway into these memories!"

Step 3: Connect a Memory to the Nexus

The core functionality of the Memory Nexus involves connecting memories. Cavas will guide you through the process of linking the memories you’ve collected. This connection stabilizes the memories and allows you to explore them in sequence, revealing more of Cavas’ lost past.

Objective:

  • Connect one or more of the memories you have collected to the Memory Nexus.

Tips for Connecting Memories:

  • Strategic Placement: When connecting memories, consider the sequence and layout to maximize the exploration potential.
  • Memory Stability: Keep in mind that connected memories will degrade over time, so plan your exploration accordingly.

Step 4: Enter the Connected Memory

Once you’ve connected a memory to the Nexus, it’s time to explore it. Enter the connected memory and delve into the fragmented thoughts and experiences that lie within. Each memory may contain valuable insights, as well as challenges to overcome.

Objective:

  • Enter and explore the memories you have connected together.

Cavas’ Dialogue:

  • The Synthesiser: "These are memories, yes, but they are also real in a sense. We feel pain within them. We find real material objects within them. Yet some of these objects are not quite right. It is as though they are stuck, half-remembered."

Step 5: Explore the Connected Memories

As you explore the connected memories, you’ll encounter various enemies, environmental challenges, and potential rewards. The memories are a blend of Cavas’ recollections and the decayed, corrupted reality of Wraeclast. Successfully navigating these memories will bring you closer to uncovering Cavas’ true identity.

Objective:

  • Explore the connected memories and uncover their secrets.

Tips for Exploration:

  • Speed is Key: Like other memories, these too will degrade over time, so swift exploration is essential.
  • Loot and Lore: Be on the lookout for unique items and lore that can only be found within these memories.

Step 6: Complete the Quest

After exploring the connected memories, return to Cavas at the Memory Nexus. Although the memories provided valuable insights, Cavas may still feel incomplete, prompting you to continue helping him in his journey.

Objective:

  • Return to Cavas at the Memory Nexus to complete the quest.

Cavas’ Dialogue:

  • Linked Memories: "Yes, that was wonderful Exile. For a brief moment I felt whole again. Here, let me try something… Hello Exile, my name is-… Oh. Oh dear. I thought, maybe… But no. Well perhaps we can try again. Though the machine seems to keep the memories more stable, they still degrade. Keep that in mind – because I’m not so sure I will be able to."

Quest Complete

With the completion of "Into The Nexus," you have successfully helped Cavas establish a connection to the Memory Nexus, laying the groundwork for further exploration of his past. The quest concludes with Cavas expressing his ongoing struggle to piece together his identity, encouraging you to continue exploring the memories linked in the Nexus.

Objective:

  • Quest Complete – You have explored the connected memories and helped Cavas in his quest to recover his identity.

Final Thoughts

"Into The Nexus" is a pivotal quest in the storyline of Cavas, the Forgotten Spirit. By guiding you through the process of connecting and exploring memories within the Memory Nexus, the quest not only deepens the lore of Path of Exile but also introduces unique gameplay mechanics that challenge your strategic thinking and exploration skills. As you continue to assist Cavas, each memory you stabilize brings you closer to uncovering the mysteries of his past and the secrets of the Nexus itself.

Good luck, Exile, and may your journey through the memories of Wraeclast lead you to the truths hidden within!

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