Moonlighter 2 Aeolia Guide - Wind Biome Walkthrough

Welcome to Aeolia

Aeolia is the third and final biome available in Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault's Early Access launch. This fantastical sky realm features floating islands, ziplines, and wind-themed mechanics that set it apart from Kalina and The Gallery.

Biome Overview

Setting

Aeolia is a realm of floating islands suspended in an endless sky. The architecture blends magical fantasy with ethereal beauty, featuring:

• Interconnected floating platforms
• Ziplines for traversal
• Wind currents affecting movement
• Fairy-like enemies
• Enchanted relics

Theme: Wind

Where Kalina uses Burn and Gallery uses Shock, Aeolia's curse mechanic centers on:

• Petrification effects
• Aetherium transformation
• Doll relic metamorphosis
• Destruction-based synergies

Dungeon Structure

Zephyr Fields (First Section)

The initial Aeolia area, featuring:

• Introduction to wind mechanics
• Basic Aeolia enemies
• Zipline traversal tutorials
• Boss: Senda

Second Section

Unlocked after defeating Senda:

• Harder enemy variants
• Complex platforming
• New relic types
• Different boss encounter

Unique Mechanics

Ziplines

Aeolia introduces ziplines for traversal:

• Grab to ride quickly across gaps
• Can attack while riding
• Enemies can use them too
• Essential for exploration

Wind Currents

Certain areas feature wind effects:

• Push or pull your movement
• Affect projectile trajectories
• Create strategic positioning challenges
• Learn to use them advantageously

Petrification System

Aeolia's signature mechanic:

• Certain relics can petrify others
• Petrified items become Aetherium
• Aetherium is destroyed when leaving
• Can be used strategically

Enemy Guide

Flying Enemies

Aeolia features many airborne foes:

• Higher mobility than previous biomes
• Require ranged attacks or timing
• Often attack in swooping patterns
• Blo-Beam excels here

Fairy Types

Magical creatures with:

• Elemental attacks
• Evasive movement
• Group tactics
• Moderate health pools

Ground Enemies

Despite the sky setting:

• Standard melee enemies exist
• Often guard platforms
• Can be knocked off edges
• Use positioning to your advantage

Boss Guide: Senda

Senda is the first boss in Aeolia, guardian of Zephyr Fields.

Phase 1

Mechanics:

• Wind-based projectile attacks
• Arena movement patterns
• Moderate damage output
• Learning phase

Strategy:

• Stay mobile
• Learn projectile timing
• Attack during recovery frames
• Conserve healing

Phase 2 (50% HP)

New Mechanics:

• Faster attack patterns
• Additional projectile types
• Arena hazards activate
• Increased aggression

Strategy:

• Use ranged weapons more
• Don't overcommit to melee
• Watch for new patterns
• Patience over aggression

Recommended Gear

• Upgraded gun (Blo-Beam ideal)
• Mobile weapon (Short Sword/Gauntlets)
• Wind resistance if available
• Full potion stock

Relic Guide

Aeolia Relics

28 relics available:

• 5 Common (37g - 89g)
• 11 Uncommon (126g - 326g)
• 12 Rare (588g - 955g)
• Epic/Legendary: Coming in future updates

Special Relics

Doll Series Multiple doll relics with transformation mechanics:

• Doll → Soldier Doll → Prince Doll
• Transformations increase value
• Specific conditions trigger changes
• Valuable when managed correctly

Aetherium Relics Petrified items from all tiers:

• Cannot be taken home
• Automatically destroyed on return
• Strategy: don't collect if pack is limited
• Or use to trigger other effects

Hidden Treasure Quest

A Hidden Treasure in Aeolia

Starting Point: Enter Zephyr Fields and look for the hidden path.

Location:

1. From spawn, go to the left side
2. Circle around the back of the platform
3. Find a zipline going up
4. Take it to the hidden area

Reward:

• Blo-Blaster gun crafting recipe
• High damage, lower capacity gun
• Excellent for flying enemies

Completion Requirements

• Collect 4 Oneiric Quartz
• Found from Zephyr Fields enemies
• Can also purchase from Nou
• Return to craft the weapon

Combat Tips for Aeolia

General Advice

1. Bring Ranged Options: Flying enemies require them
2. Master Ziplines: Mobility is key
3. Watch Edges: Falling is dangerous
4. Respect Wind: It affects everything

Weapon Recommendations

Enemy Priority

1. Flying enemies first (most annoying)
2. Ranged attackers second
3. Melee enemies last
4. Use terrain to your advantage

Material Farming

Oneiric Quartz

• Primary Aeolia material
• Drops from all enemies
• Purchasable from Nou (2,500g)
• Required for Aeolia weapons

Oneiric Stone

• Secondary material
• Less common drops
• Also from Nou
• Advanced recipes

Farming Route

1. Enter Zephyr Fields
2. Clear all rooms systematically
3. Break destructibles
4. Use Double Materials perk
5. Return when pack is full

Progression Through Aeolia

Prerequisites

• Complete Gallery progression
• Reach appropriate Endless Vault level
• May require specific quest completion

Recommended Preparation

• Tier 2 weapons minimum
• Upgraded armor
• Full potion capacity
• Blo-Beam or equivalent gun

What to Expect

• Harder than previous biomes
• More mobile combat required
• New mechanics to learn
• Higher value relics

Early Access Status

As of launch, Aeolia content includes:

• ✅ Zephyr Fields
• ✅ First boss (Senda)
• ✅ Hidden treasure quest
• ✅ Common-Rare relics
• ❌ Epic/Legendary relics (coming soon)
• ❌ Night Realm (coming soon)
• ❌ Full second section (partial)

Expect more Aeolia content in future updates.

Tips from the Community

"The ziplines are your best friend in Aeolia. Master them early."

"Blo-Blaster from the hidden quest trivializes most Aeolia fights."

"Don't ignore the Doll transformation mechanics—they're worth learning."

"Wind currents can push enemies too. Use positioning."

Conclusion

Aeolia represents Moonlighter 2's most unique biome with its sky setting, zipline traversal, and wind mechanics. While challenging, mastering this area rewards you with valuable relics and the powerful Blo-Blaster gun.

Key takeaways:

• Bring ranged weapons
• Master ziplines early
• Understand petrification
• Complete the hidden quest
• Farm Oneiric materials

The sky realm awaits, merchant. May the winds be ever in your favor!