A member of the aster family, its roots contain compounds that kill nematodes, while the sap from its flower stems and leaves, and even water steeped with its blossoms, releases a natural repellent that drives off flying insects. Commonly found throughout all southern regions in Pywel.
herb
Bare Hands
common
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- •Member of the aster family, common sight across all southern regions of Pywel
- •Features natural repellent within roots, sap, and blossoms that drives off pests and insects
- •Provides attack enhancement when brewed directly in alchemy
- •Works as secondary ingredient in complex recipes — contributes different bonuses
- •Serves as substitute ingredient for Palmar Pills recipe alongside Rosemary, Lavender, Peony, Shrubby Sophora
- •Can be purchased from vendors when not found naturally
- •Essential gatherable for early-game alchemy and potion production
Gathering Guide
- •Found south of Muckroot Ranch in Hernand — abundant in starting regions near yellow flower patches
- •Look for bright yellow blooms in open meadows and sunny field edges throughout southern Pywel
- •Available from the early game — can be gathered before first cauldron at Shadow's Whisper Cave
- •Plant herb seeds at Greymane Camp farm for renewable supply of basic alchemy reagents
Gathering Regions
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Last updated: March 2026