Ascending the Ancient Tree

Ascend the Ancient Tree in Reanimal to find Hidden Statues, Coffins, Posters, and Critters, all vital for trophy progression and the secret ending.

The ascent of the Ancient Tree in Reanimal presents a unique vertical challenge and a prime opportunity for collecting several items. As you climb, the changing perspectives and distinct levels of the tree offer numerous hiding spots for the 47 Secrets. This section is particularly important for players aiming to complete their collections, as the game often places significant items in challenging-to-reach locations. Be vigilant for posters that contribute to the A Proper Gander trophy; they might be found on bark, branches, or within hollows of the tree. The 5 Critters, essential for the Critter Kill Hit trophy, could be perched on high branches or nestled amongst the foliage, requiring careful visual scanning as you ascend. The verticality of this area means that overlooking a detail on a lower or higher platform can lead to a missed collectible, so a systematic approach to your climb is advised.

The Ancient Tree is also a critical location for specific, playthrough-dependent collectibles. It is highly probable that this area contains one or more of the 5 Hidden Statues, which are necessary for the Prayer for the Dying trophy. It is crucial to remember that the 5th Hidden Statue will only activate and provide its reward if all five statues have been collected within a single, continuous playthrough. If you have missed any statues in previous areas, you must collect them all in one run before the 5th statue will register its completion. This means that if you are aiming for this trophy, a missed statue earlier in the game will necessitate a full restart to ensure the 5th statue's activation. Furthermore, the Ancient Tree might house one of the 5 Coffins, which are indispensable for unlocking the secret ending and the Friends Reunited trophy. The secret ending is exclusively triggered by collecting all 5 Coffins in one uninterrupted playthrough. Missing a Coffin here means the secret ending cannot be achieved in the current run and requires starting the game anew. Lastly, keep an eye out for any seating opportunities, such as logs or makeshift benches, that might count towards the 10 Rest Your Legs collectibles for the Take a Load Off trophy, as even these can be integrated into the tree's environment.