Blue and Yellow Orbs Explained in Mika and the Witch’s Mountain

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Ah, the mysterious blue orbs. At first, they seem important—glowing, magical, and very orb-y. But what are they for? Let’s break it down.

What Do Blue Orbs Do?

Blue orbs are like keys to special gadgets. When you place one in a holder (those stone artifact things you’ll see offshore), they activate air currents or wind tunnels. These can help you zip to a specific spot faster. Think of them as magical shortcuts that save you from struggling with your clunky broom.

What About Yellow Orbs?

Yellow orbs work similarly but create updrafts instead of tunnels. They’re handy for gaining height, but finding the holder for a yellow orb can be trickier than finding the orb itself. It’s like the game wants you to play hide-and-seek, but forgot to tell you the rules.

Are They Necessary?

Short answer: Nope. None of the orb holders are essential to beating the game. Sure, they’re fun to use if you’re into shortcuts, but most players find their own routes work just as well. You can totally ignore them and still enjoy the game.

Bonus Tip: Voodoo Idols and the Crow’s Fountain

While you’re wandering around, you might stumble upon voodoo idols. These can be traded at the Crow’s Fountain for rewards. But here’s the catch: nobody tells you where the Crow’s Fountain is. You’ll probably pass it, wonder what it is, forget about it, and move on. So if you do find it, try to remember—just don’t expect the game to help you.

Final Blurb

Blue orbs (and their yellow siblings) are cool but not game-changers. Use them if you want to experiment with wind tunnels and updrafts, or just ignore them and blaze your own trail. Either way, the game’s charm lies in exploration.


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Andrew Bame

Andrew has spent over five years writing about video games and is the primary contributor/editor for GamerBlurb. With a background in creative writing and past experience in the industry, he’s mastered the art of turning hours of gaming into something that sounds like work. When he’s not writing he’s either getting distracted by various sidequests or occasionally pretending he’s good at League of Legends (#iron).

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