The Tides of Foscari DLC in Vampire Survivors introduces a intricate progression system filled with hidden secrets and key story milestones. Among the most critical objectives in this expansion is breaking the Seal of the Banished, a mysterious blue crystal located in the Abyss Foscari stage. Successfully destroying this barrier triggers a pivotal boss encounter and grants players access to powerful new characters.
Prerequisites for Finding the Seal
Before you can interact with the blue crystal, you must first complete earlier stages of the DLC's narrative arc. Players must begin by breaking the Seal of the Lake using Keitha Muort to unlock the Abyss Foscari map. Following that step, you need to use Maruto Cuts to shatter the Seal of the Abyss, which expands the map and reveals the northern region containing the blue crystal.
How to Shatter the Seal of the Banished
To break the Seal of the Banished, you must enter Abyss Foscari playing as Eleanor Uziron. During your run, you need to evolve her starting weapons or equip the evolved SpellStrom to attack the crystal. Navigate to the northwestern area of the expanded map where the blue crystal resides and stand directly beneath it until your attacks shatter the structure.
Rewards and Unlocks
Destroying this crystal immediately initiates a dramatic battle against the entity Je-Ne-Viv. Completing this sequence permanently unlocks Genevieve Gruyère as a playable character on your roster. Mastering this event is essential for players looking to fully finish the Tides of Foscari storyline and complete their collection.
