The Track of the Ancients in CrossCode is an incredibly old, large-scale parkour game, dating back over 10,000 years, that held significant importance in the society of the Ancients. It operates as a self-sufficient system designed to challenge contestants through a series of demanding trials.
Core Mechanics and Purpose
This intricate game system is built around a unique challenge structure that tests participants' abilities and strategic choices:
- Virtue Selection: At the outset, a contestant must select one of five Virtues. While the specific names of these virtues are not detailed, their choice influences the gameplay.
- Element Collection: The primary objective involves collecting four distinct Elements. These elements are crucial resources needed to progress through the game.
- Challenge Progression: Once collected, these elements are then utilized to solve a variety of challenges. The difficulty of these challenges progressively increases, pushing contestants to master the parkour and puzzle-solving aspects of the game.
Historical Significance
The Track of the Ancients was not merely a leisure activity; it played a large role in the Ancients' society. Its long-standing existence over millennia suggests it was a fundamental aspect of their culture, possibly serving as a rite of passage, a training ground, or even a means of societal stratification based on skill and achievement within the game. Its self-sufficient nature implies an advanced level of design and engineering by the Ancients.
For more detailed information, you can explore the Track of the Ancients on the Official CrossCode Wiki.
