There is a simple version of how to complete blood stained shrine and a complete version. Both are here, in that order.

Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem. The difference between a smooth run and a frustrating one usually comes down to preparation, not skill. If something here stops matching what you see on screen, the game has probably changed a value in an update.

The short answer

Do the straightforward version first; it solves this for most people, and the detailed section exists for when it does not.

The straightforward version

Written notes beat memory when you come back to this in a month. Understanding the reason behind a step lets you adapt it when your situation differs. Keep the first attempt simple and add refinements only after it works. There is a fast way and a safe way, and they are not the same thing.

Keep the first attempt simple and add refinements only after it works. Treat the numbers as a guideline; your exact result depends on your setup and current version. There is a fast way and a safe way, and they are not the same thing.

Why it works

Treat the numbers as a guideline; your exact result depends on your setup and current version. Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem. There is a fast way and a safe way, and they are not the same thing.

  • Check the version you are running before following any step-by-step advice.
  • Confirm the starting conditions before following any steps.
  • Back up your save if the game gives you the option.
  • Write down what you changed, so you can undo it if the result gets worse.

Edge cases worth knowing

One clean run beats five rushed ones, both for results and for your patience. Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem. Start with the simplest option before touching anything that is hard to reverse. It helps to know why a step exists, because then you can adapt it when your situation differs slightly.

Small details matter more than they should here, so read the order of steps carefully. Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem. If something here stops matching what you see on screen, the game has probably changed a value in an update.

Mistakes worth avoiding

  • Following a guide written for an older version and assuming nothing moved.
  • Changing several settings at once, then having no idea which one helped.
  • Skipping the preparation step because it looks boring, then repeating the hard part four times.
  • Giving up one attempt before the point where it usually clicks.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an easier way?

Often, but the easy route tends to be less reliable. The method above trades a couple of extra minutes for a result that works the first time.

Does this apply to every version?

The steps target the current release. Older versions usually behave the same way, though menus may sit in different places.

Is there a faster method?

Usually yes, and usually it is riskier. The route above trades a little speed for a much lower chance of having to start over.

Bookmark this if you expect to look up how to complete blood stained shrine again after the next update.