Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Painting Workshop and Trophy Walkthrough ~ HaploGamingChef

🧩 Introduction

In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the Painting Workshop Mystery is a captivating side quest that unfolds across various stages of the game. Completing this quest not only enriches your gaming experience but also rewards you with the Noir et Blanc trophy. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough to help you navigate each step with ease.

🗺️ Overview of the Painting Workshops

There are three distinct Painting Workshops scattered throughout the game world. Each workshop requires specific abilities to access and presents unique challenges:

Light of the Beast: Requires the Swim ability.
Color of the Beast: Accessible without special abilities.
Shape of the Beast: Requires the Flight ability.

🧭 Workshop 1: Light of the Beast

Location: Island near Stone Wave Cliffs.

Requirements: Swim ability.

Steps:

Swim to the island to find the entrance.
Navigate a short parkour section.
Interact with the Faceless Boy to receive the Light of the Beast.
Complete the remaining parkour to reach the statue.
Place the Light of the Beast on the statue.

Tips:

Falling resets the section; proceed cautiously.
Be mindful of automatic rolls after high drops.

🎨 Workshop 2: Color of the Beast

Location: Northwest of Forgotten Battlefield.

Requirements: None.

Steps:

Locate the painting entrance on a rock between trees.
Traverse the parkour path.
Speak with the Faceless Boy to obtain the Color of the Beast.
Proceed to the statue and place the item.

Tips:

Marked as a danger zone, but enemies appear only later in the questline.
Flight is not necessary for this workshop.

🧱 Workshop 3: Shape of the Beast

Location: Floating island accessible post-flight ability.

Requirements: Flight ability.

Steps:

Fly to the floating island to find the entrance.
Engage in the most challenging parkour section.
Interact with the Faceless Boy to receive the Shape of the Beast.
Navigate to the statue and place the item.

Tips:

Falling resets the entire section; patience is key.
This is considered the most difficult of the three workshops.

🗿 Completing the Beast Statue

After placing all three items:

The world gains color and vitality.
The boss arena becomes accessible.

⚔️ Boss Battle: The Lampmaster

Location: Unlocked arena post-statue completion.

Recommended Level: 85 or higher.

Strategy:

Utilize Myel's Gradient attack, Gage, on a marked enemy.
Apply a powerful buff to maximize damage (over 7 million possible).
Solve Simon Says puzzles during the battle.

Outcome:

Defeating the Lampmaster unlocks the Noir et Blanc trophy.

🖼️ Post-Battle: The Canvas and Secret Room

Steps:

Fly to the Canvas area in the northwest corner of the map.
Retrieve the Family Portrait found within.
Return to the manor and hang the portrait near the right-hand staircase in the lobby.
This action opens a secret door at the back of the manor.
Explore the new wing to find an Unknown Journal, essential for collectibles.

🔑 Key Takeaways

Abilities Needed: Swim and Flight.
Workshops: Three, each offering a unique item.
Boss Battle: Prepare for a challenging fight against the Lampmaster.
Rewards: Noir et Blanc trophy and access to a secret area with valuable collectibles.

🧾 Conclusion

Solving the Painting Workshop Mystery in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the game’s most rewarding side quests. Not only does it challenge your platforming skills and strategic planning, but it also unlocks the visually striking transformation of the game world and grants the coveted Noir et Blanc trophy. By following the step-by-step process—collecting all three beast parts, conquering the Lampmaster, and accessing the manor’s hidden wing—you'll uncover critical lore elements and essential collectibles. Make sure you're well-equipped and leveled up before attempting the final stages, and take your time mastering each parkour section. With persistence, you'll complete one of the game’s most satisfying achievements.

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