Against the Flow is a main story quest under the Story quests tab in Phantom Blade Zero, set in Chapter 1 · Weeping Creek Valley. Follow Weeping Creek upstream toward the Pangzhen road, clear the Mandate outpost, defeat Peng Meng for the Dread Axe to smash the iron chain barrier, and climb through the cave behind the Great Waterfall.
From the launch game’s own quest log 29 Oct 2026 · objectives and journal notes verified in the release build
The quest has 7 recorded objectives in the game’s quest log, starting with “Follow the path upstream”. Follow Weeping Creek upstream toward the Pangzhen road, clear the Mandate outpost, defeat Peng Meng for the Dread Axe to smash the iron chain barrier, and climb through the cave behind the Great Waterfall.
“Those who go against the current never seek a way back”
In-game quest subtitle for Against the Flow, Phantom Blade Zero launch build
Against the Flow quest objectives and walkthrough steps in order
Step
In-game objective
How to complete & journal note
Step 1
Follow the path upstream
Follow the ominous wind upstream along Weeping Creek toward the highway leading to Pangzhen.
Step 2
Report to the guard by the broken wall
After clearing the Maskwalkers at the gate with the outpost disciples, report to the spear-wielding Mandate guard by the broken wall.
Step 3
Enter the outpost held by the Mandate
Pass through the side gate into the Mandate-held outpost, where Peng Meng awaits.
Step 4
Break the Chain Barrier with the Dread Axe and continue on
After defeating Peng Meng for the Dread Axe, use it to smash the heavy iron chains blocking the path forward.
Step 5
Find the Great Waterfall
Follow Yu’er’s directions through the valley toward the Great Waterfall, above which lies the highway to Pangzhen.
Step 6
Continue searching for the Great Waterfall
Continue toward the Great Waterfall where The Hunt has challenged you to a final showdown.
Step 7
Pass through the cave behind the waterfall
Use The Hunt’s grapple chains inside the cave behind the waterfall to climb up to the forest highway.
Where do you start Against the Flow in Phantom Blade Zero?
Against the Flow is a main story quest under the Story quests tab in Phantom Blade Zero, set in Chapter 1 · Weeping Creek Valley. Follow Weeping Creek upstream toward the Pangzhen road, clear the Mandate outpost, defeat Peng Meng for the Dread Axe to smash the iron chain barrier, and climb through the cave behind the Great Waterfall.
What are the steps for Against the Flow?
The quest has 7 recorded objectives in the game’s quest log, starting with “Follow the path upstream”. Follow Weeping Creek upstream toward the Pangzhen road, clear the Mandate outpost, defeat Peng Meng for the Dread Axe to smash the iron chain barrier, and climb through the cave behind the Great Waterfall.
Does Against the Flow unlock a trophy or weapon?
Against the Flow is directly connected to Dread Axe in Phantom Blade Zero.
