The Weeping Portal puzzle in Phantom Blade Zero has a fixed route, so you can clear Mirrorwood without guessing at its nearly identical exits. Start with Left → Front → Right, then take the north portal into the second section and follow Right → Left → Front. This late-Crimson Forest maze is connected to the Whence the Weeping quest and leads toward Bai Chilian. Before heading straight for the boss, collect the three Memory Flowers along the puzzle route.
What is the correct Weeping Portal order?
The complete route uses seven portal entries. The fourth entry, another Front portal, connects the two puzzle sections.
| Route stage | Portal order | Compass directions | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| First section | Left → Front → Right | West → North → East | Completes the first sequence |
| Connecting portal | Front | North | Takes you into the second section |
| Second section | Right → Left → Front | East → West → North | Completes the maze |
For a single sequence to follow, use Left → Front → Right → Front → Right → Left → Front. Here, Front means the north portal.
Where does the Weeping Portal puzzle start?
Head to the Mirrorwood Depths bell near the end of Crimson Forest, the game's second major region. Follow the main path beyond the bell into the enclosed woodland area containing the portals.
Start at the Mirrorwood Depths bell
Once inside the first clearing, check its center for a Memory Flower before entering any portals. Picking it up now keeps the collectible stop separate from remembering your next direction.
Where are the three Memory Flowers?
There are three Memory Flowers to collect along this route: one in the first enclosed area and two during the second part of the puzzle. Search each section before committing to its portal sequence.
- First section: Collect the flower in the center of the initial enclosed clearing.
- Second section: Explore the area for the remaining two flowers before finishing the route.
Memory Flowers contribute to sets that increase your maximum health, making these stops useful preparation for Bai Chilian. For the broader collectible route, use the all Memory Flower locations guide.
How do you clear both portal sections?
First section: west, north, then east
After collecting the first Memory Flower, enter the portals in this order:
- Take the left portal, toward the west.
- Take the front portal, toward the north.
- Take the right portal, toward the east.
Completing those three choices clears the first sequence. Next, enter the portal directly ahead, toward the north, to move into the second section.
Second section: east, west, then north
Search this part of Mirrorwood for its two Memory Flowers before continuing. The second sequence starts on the opposite side to the first:
- Take the right portal, toward the east.
- Take the left portal, toward the west.
- Take the front portal, toward the north.
That final north entry finishes the maze and opens the path onward. Follow it toward the Threadbound Great Tree bell.
How does the crying clue work?
The intended clue is the sound of someone weeping. Approach each portal and listen: the correct exit carries the clearest crying sound. You can use that audio cue to identify the route instead of following the fixed sequence.
The portal order stays the same, so listening is optional if you follow the directions above. For the first section, remember west, north, east; for the second, remember east, west, north.
What should you do after leaving Mirrorwood?
Follow the newly accessible path to the Threadbound Great Tree bell and activate it. If you want to review your equipment before the next encounter, consult the best weapon combinations guide.
The next major encounter is Bai Chilian, Lady of the Twin Serpents, the final boss of Crimson Forest. Replenish your healing supplies and prepare your preferred combat techniques before following the main path beyond the bell.
Before moving on, check your Memory Flower count for this route: one in the first section and two in the second. Those three pickups are worth collecting before turning your attention to Bai Chilian.
With Mirrorwood cleared and the Threadbound Great Tree bell activated, use the Phantom Blade Zero guide collection to plan your next walkthrough or collectible hunt.
