Dread Fields Hidden Faces Achievement: All Glowing Mushrooms Locations

To unlock the Dread Fields Hidden Faces achievement and survive the final ritual, you must collect all 12 Glimmerwood Fungi, a unique type of glowing mushroom scattered across the cursed landscape. Finding every last one is the only way to craft the Aegis of Sight and witness the game's true ending. This guide provides a complete, step-by-step walkthrough for every mushroom, ensuring you don't miss a single one on your journey to confront the Witch of the Mire.

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What Exactly is the 'Hidden Faces' Achievement?tag

This achievement is more than just a collectible hunt; it's the key to the entire narrative of Dread Fields. Without it, your story ends in failure. The 12 Glimmerwood Fungi you collect are components for a ritual item, the Aegis of Sight. This is the only artifact capable of protecting you from the Witch's final, soul-shattering attack during the endgame sequence.

Completing the collection and crafting the Aegis does two things:

1. It keeps you alive. During the final confrontation, the Witch will unleash a one-hit-kill attack called the Soul Shriek. The Aegis of Sight creates a protective barrier, making you immune to it.
2. It reveals the truth. The Aegis allows you to see the Witch's true form, exposing her weak points. This turns an impossible fight into a winnable, strategic encounter and unlocks the game's canonical “survivor” ending.

If you fail to collect all 12 fungi, you cannot craft the Aegis. You will automatically be killed by the Soul Shriek, triggering the bad ending where the protagonist’s spirit is consumed, forever bound to the Dread Fields.

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Preparation: What You'll Need Before the Hunttag

Don't wander into the mire unprepared. While you can find the fungi in any order, some are inaccessible without specific tools. Gathering these items first will prevent frustrating backtracking. The optimal path involves clearing Blackwood Mire, then the Farmlands, before pushing into the Witch's Domain.

Here’s your essential toolkit:

Pro Tip: Tackle the Scarecrow King as soon as you enter the Farmlands. Getting the Crow's Key early ensures a smooth transition into the endgame areas where the last four mushrooms are hidden.

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All 12 Glimmerwood Fungi Locationstag

This is the definitive checklist. We've divided the 12 fungi by the three major regions of the game: Blackwood Mire, Miller's Creek & Farmlands, and The Witch's Domain. Follow this route to collect them all in a single, efficient run.

The First Four: Blackwood Miretag

This foggy, treacherous swamp holds the first set of fungi. The area is defined by its murky waters and twisted trees.

1. Sunken Chapel Bell Tower: The easiest one to start with. After entering the Mire, head towards the dilapidated chapel in the center of the lake. The main door is flooded, so circle around the back to find a climbable section of collapsed wall. Ascend to the bell tower; the first Glimmerwood Fungus is growing right next to the rusted bell.

2. Behind the Weeping Willow: To the east of the chapel is a massive, ancient willow tree. At its base, there’s a small clearing that seems to be a dead end. Equip the Old Miller's Lantern. Its light will reveal a spectral bridge of roots extending over the water to a small, hidden island. The second fungus is in the center of this island.

1. Inside the Gator's Maw Cave: Along the northern edge of the Mire, look for a cave entrance that resembles the open jaws of a huge alligator. The cave is dark and requires your standard lantern. Navigate the short tunnel until you reach a small cavern with a pool of water. The third fungus is on a ledge just above the water on the far side.

2. Atop the Highest Grave in Crow's Rest: Crow's Rest is the small, forgotten cemetery in the northwest corner of the Mire. Most of the headstones are crumbling, but one large, ornate mausoleum stands on a hill at the back. Climb onto the mausoleum's roof. The fourth fungus is growing from the top of the angel statue adorning the structure.

The Middle Four: Miller's Creek & Farmlandstag

Leaving the swamp, you'll enter the abandoned farmlands, a more open area haunted by different horrors.

1. Under the Old Water Wheel: Follow Miller's Creek until you find the large, broken water wheel of the old mill. The fungus is visible in a small alcove behind the wheel, but the current is too strong to simply walk through. You must first enter the mill and find the lever that diverts the creek's flow. Pull it, then head back outside to collect the now-accessible fifth fungus.

2. Top of the Abandoned Silo: In the center of the cornfields stands a tall, rusted silo. The ladder is broken, so you can't climb it directly. You need to use the nearby hay bale transporter. Activate it, jump onto a bale as it moves upwards, and then leap from the bale to a broken opening on the silo's side. From there, climb the interior ladder to the roof. Your sixth prize awaits.

3. Inside the Cursed Corn Maze (Blood Moon Only): This is the only time-sensitive mushroom. The corn maze in the southern farmlands has a shifting layout. You must enter it during a Blood Moon event. These occur randomly but can be triggered by interacting with the bloody sundial near the maze entrance. Once the Blood Moon is active, a previously blocked path in the center of the maze will open. The seventh fungus is at the end of this new corridor, guarded by two Husks.

1. In the Root Cellar behind the Farmhouse: The main farmhouse is locked, but you're looking for the root cellar out back. The entrance is covered by a thick wall of cursed briars. This is where you need the Silver Scythe. Use it to cut away the thorns. Descend into the cellar; the eighth Glimmerwood Fungus is growing on a dusty wine rack in the corner.

The Final Four: The Witch's Domaintag

After using the Crow's Key, you'll enter the final, most dangerous area. The atmosphere here is heavy, and enemies are stronger.

1. Hanging Tree's Highest Branch: The massive, gnarled tree where the Witch performed her first rituals dominates the area's entrance. The trunk is too smooth to climb. Look for a fallen log you can use as a ramp to get onto the first major branch. From there, it's a careful platforming sequence, jumping from branch to branch. The ninth fungus is nestled on one of the highest, thinnest limbs, overlooking the entire domain.

2. Inside the Sacrificial Circle's Altar: You'll find a large, stone circle with a crude altar in the center. This is where the final fight will take place. Before triggering the event, inspect the altar itself. There is a loose stone on its front face. Interact with it to reveal a hidden compartment containing the tenth fungus.

3. Behind the Waterfall in the Crimson Fen: To the east of the sacrificial circle is a small swampy area where the water runs red—the Crimson Fen. A small waterfall cascades down a rock face. It looks solid, but you can walk right through it. A hidden cave behind the falls contains a small shrine and the eleventh Glimmerwood Fungus.

4. On the Doorstep of the Witch's Hovel: The final mushroom is a taunt. You must journey to the very end of the domain, to the Witch's Hovel that serves as the entry to the final boss fight. The twelfth fungus is growing directly on the wooden threshold of her front door. Picking it up will trigger the door to open, beginning the final confrontation. Do not pick it up until you are ready.

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How to Use the Fungi in the Final Ritualtag

Once you have all 12 Glimmerwood Fungi, you're ready. After picking up the final mushroom and entering the hovel, you'll be transported back to the Sacrificial Circle for the final fight. Before the Witch appears, you'll have a brief moment to act.

1. Approach the Altar: Go to the stone altar in the center of the circle.
2. Open Your Inventory: Select the Glimmerwood Fungi. A new crafting option will appear: "Forge the Aegis of Sight."
3. Craft the Aegis: The 12 fungi will be consumed, creating the Aegis, which appears as a glowing, ethereal shield in your key items.

When the Witch spawns, the Aegis will automatically activate. A faint, shimmering dome will protect the area around the altar. Stay within this dome to be safe from her Soul Shriek attack. More importantly, while you're inside the dome and she is outside it, her true form—a fragile, shadowy entity—will be visible, and her weak points will glow. This is your chance to strike.

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Frequently Asked Questionstag

Can you get the Hidden Faces achievement on a second playthrough?tag

Yes. After beating the game once (regardless of the ending), you unlock a chapter select feature. You can revisit any area to pick up mushrooms you missed. The achievement will pop as soon as you collect the 12th one.

What happens if you miss just one glowing mushroom?tag

You are locked into the bad ending. The option to craft the Aegis of Sight will not appear, and the Witch's Soul Shriek will be an unavoidable, instant death. There is no way to survive without all 12.

Do the glowing mushrooms respawn?tag

No. Each of the 12 Glimmerwood Fungi is a unique, one-time collectible. Once you pick one up, it's gone from that spot for the remainder of your playthrough.

Is the Silver Scythe required for all mushrooms?tag

No, it's only strictly necessary for Mushroom #8 in the farmhouse root cellar. However, it can also be used to cut through some optional thorny shortcuts in the Crimson Fen, making the path to Mushroom #11 slightly easier.

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The Only Way to See the Dawntag

Chasing down every glowing mushroom for the 'Hidden Faces' achievement is a demanding task, testing your observation and puzzle-solving skills across every corner of Dread Fields. But it is not optional. It is the core path to understanding the game's story and earning your survival. By following this guide, you can walk into that final battle not with fear, but with the confidence that you hold the key to dispelling the darkness for good.