Lost Ark: How to Find Rohendel's Hidden Stories Without Losing Your Mind

In the vast, chaotic world of Lost Ark, where endgame raiding often feels like a second job, the Adventurer's Tome offers a peaceful respite. That is, until one tries to complete the Rohendel hidden stories. These seven tales are scattered across multiple maps, guarded by time limits that seem designed by a sadistic clockmaker, and often require the player to sprint like a caffeinated rabbit. But fear not, fellow adventurer, for this guide will walk through each one with the grace of a Sylvain and the humor of a bard who's had too much mead. And yes, even in 2026, these stories remain a favorite distraction from the unrelenting combat of the end game.

Before diving in, a word of warning: the Rohendel hidden stories are not for the faint of heart. They involve time limits, obscure locations, and the occasional mob that wants to turn the player into a pincushion. But the rewards—items, bonuses, and the sweet satisfaction of a completed tome—are worth it. Here's a quick overview:

1. A Man Called The Sylvain Hunter – Elzowin’s Shade

This three-part story is a sprint, not a marathon. The player has just three minutes to get to part two after starting, and another three minutes for the final part. Fail, and they start over. No pressure, right? The adventure begins at the Forgotten Breach Triport. The player should head east on the raft, continue east on the other side of the lake, and then northeast into the middle of the large area as it widens out. At the large waterfall in the centre, look for an investigation icon at its southern tip, near a bright glowing plant. It's a little to the left of a female researcher and right of a guardian. Then, head to the east side of the waterfall, where a guard stands next to the Elzowin’s Embrace vista location. North of it is another Divine Tree Guard—just before him is part two. Finally, head further north and track the edge of the waterfall as it turns west, along its northern edge. The final piece awaits at the next Divine Tree Guard. Pro tip: Don't stop to admire the scenery. The clock is ticking.

2. Oath Of Blue Eyes – Three-Part Hidden Story

This three-part story is spread across three different areas, but the player has a generous 20 minutes to find each of the other parts. That's practically a vacation compared to the previous one. To begin, portal to Dawnkeep in Rothun and head southeast over the glass bridge into Magick Market. Go to the south side where Exchange Ignea Tokens NPC Bird is standing. Part one is a little to his left. Then, head across to the Moonkeep Hill Triport in Xeneela Ruins. Leave southwest down the steps and keep heading that way, keeping to the left of the path and looking out for the climb down point. At the bottom, turn left and work along the wall heading northeast. After a few steps, some large statues appear, and before them is a small book on the floor. Read it to progress to part three. Finally, teleport to the Shadowed Earth Triport in Elzowin’s Shade. Head south from the camp by the east exit and head east, keeping south by going right at the next fork. There will be a nook to the right shortly afterwards, where the final part of the story awaits.

3. The Past Lost – Four-Part Hidden Story

This four-part story spans multiple zones, but the time limits are reasonable. The player has 20 minutes to find parts two and three, and only five minutes for the final part—but that one is very close by. Start by going northwest from the Empyrean Plaza Triport in Rothun and up the steps. Walk just to the right of the doors to the palace and investigate there to begin. Next, head to the Fairy Village Triport in Breezesome Brae. Walk northeast, past Potion Merchant Symmerus, and then up the little slope south past Mail Carrier Mei Lin. Part two is on the left at the top of the slope, in front of the big pink flower. Then, off to Forgotten Grave Triport in Xeneela Ruins. Leave the area west, sticking to the south edge of the map. Just before this area starts to thin again, the third part is at the edge of the path on the south side, just before a pile of large skulls. If the player reaches the Xeneela Ruins where the guards outside aren't being attacked, they've gone too far. Finally, head back east from part three—this time sticking to the northern edge of the map. In a large nook almost back to the portal, a Sylvain with white robes and a staff will be visible. To his left is another pile of skulls, and further left are several warriors fighting. The final part is right by them.

4. The Secret Recipe – Four-Part Hidden Story

This four-part story has the first two and final parts in Lake Shiverwave, but the third over in Elzowin’s Shade. The time limits are tight: three minutes to get to the second section after finding the first, then five to get to the third, and five minutes once more to finish. Sounds stressful, but the first two pieces are very close to each other, the third is very close to a triport, and the last is a short run from one. To begin, go northwest across Rainbow Bridge from the Dock Triport in Lake Shiverwave and up the two sets of steps on the other side, into Lake Market. At the top of the steps, just to the left of the golden pillar, an odd 12-sided green box will begin the story. Walk a few steps past this box, heading west, and immediately go down the stone steps there. To the southwest is a wooden archway—and on the right of it, obscured by the arch, another green box contains part two. Then, immediately jump across to the Shadowed Earth Triport in Elzowin’s Shade. Walk a few steps east, and cut south down the slope between the wooden barricades. At the bottom of this short slope, the next box is on the right-hand side of the path. Finally, teleport to the Fairy Settlement Triport back in Lake Shiverwave. Run immediately southwest along the path out of the village into an area full of Sakuul mobs. Go left of the huge rock and directly southwest across this area, until a small wooden jetty with a boat moored at it appears. Just to the right of the jetty entrance, a familiar-looking green box will conclude The Secret Recipe.

5. A Song Of The Phantom – Xeneela Ruins Hidden Story

This two-part story begins at the entrance to Xeneela Ruins from Breezesome Brae. As the player arrives through the portal, they should go over and investigate the broken wagon on the right of the path. From here, the quickest option is to triport to Moonkeep Hill and head directly into Moonkeep. There's a 20-minute window, so no rush. Head into the keep itself and follow the path right, around to the elevator. Go down to the lower level and directly across it southwest. On the far side, the story concludes.

6. The Story Of My Grandfather – Glass Lotus Lake Hidden Story

This is a single-part story, but be ready for a fight. It sits in a rather feisty spot which seems to be constantly spawning a variety of mobs, so the player won't have much time to investigate the icon between taking down creatures. It's also a long way from civilization, as they'll have to run a long way north after porting into the Flowstream Village Triport. They need to go right up into the Sanctum of Water, turning directly left as they enter. The hidden story is just past the Archdemon Pod, near a root that's growing over a stream. Bring a friend, or at least a lot of potions.

7. Unsaid Words – Five-Part Hidden Story

This five-part story is across two areas, but it begins very near the Breezesome Brae portal to Xeneela Ruins, and all the other parts are there. Look for a note on the floor to the left of the path on the way up to the portal, on the opposite side of the path from a windmill. There's a generous 20 minutes to get to Moonkeep Hill. Part two is just outside the keep, to the right of the door next to Repairer NPC Rielippe. Again, 20 minutes to find part three, but there are no shortcuts this time. Saddle up and leave Moonkeep southwest. Go as far as possible, until the path heads west before starting to turn northwest. When this path opens up into a larger area, hug the left as they enter zombie territory. Part three is along the cliff edge. Only 10 minutes to find part four, but it's not far away. Head north, this time sticking to the right of the area. If going the right way, they'll pass a Xeneelan Sylvain NPC, and just beyond him a little way is a book on the floor. Read it to complete part four. Finally, head back to Moonkeep Hill (20 minutes again), and this time go inside. Follow the path left to the dead end, and the conclusion to this tale is in the second to last bookshelf.

So there it is—a complete, slightly sarcastic guide to all seven Rohendel hidden stories in Lost Ark. As of 2026, these time-limited escapades remain a rite of passage for any adventurer looking to fill out their tome. The key is preparation, speed, and a healthy sense of humor. And maybe a friend to revive you when the mobs get too feisty. Happy hunting, and may the triports be ever in your favor.