I Tracked Down All 34 Dewlight Pavilion Chests in Honkai: Star Rail – This Is the Definitive 2026 Guide

Even two years after the Penacony story arc reached its stunning conclusion, Dewlight Pavilion remains one of the most intricate and rewarding areas to explore in Honkai: Star Rail. The moment you step into this zone during the unforgettable Cat Among Pigeons mission, you’re greeted by sweeping golden arches, surreal bubble bridges, and the eerie silence of a garden party gone wrong. But what really kept me coming back over multiple sessions were the 34 hidden treasure chests scattered across its multi-layered floors, gravity-defying corridors, and that wonderfully odd City Sandpit. Today, I’m reporting straight from the frontier of Trailblaze level 70 with the definitive guide to every single chest, verified for the 2026 Dreamscape refresh.

First things first: if you’ve just unlocked Penacony in 2026 and fear you’ve missed your chance, relax. Dewlight Pavilion opens during the Double Identity segment of the main quest and remains fully accessible afterward. I’ve personally returned with The Herta, Acheron, and even the newest Memokeeper characters just to vacuum up the missing Stellar Jade. The map is a treasure trove – literally – but you’ll need to master Bubble Bridges, Hanu transformations, and a quirky outsourcing quest to claim every last chest. Did I get stuck on a wall for twenty minutes? Absolutely. Is the satisfaction worth it? Let me show you why.

How to Access Dewlight Pavilion in 2026

If you’re a new player starting your Penacony journey this year, the entry point hasn’t changed. The mansion – officially the Family’s estate – becomes explorable as part of Cat Among Pigeons, specifically when you take on the Double Identity quest. You can unlock most of the 34 chests during that quest, but many remain gated behind the Outsourcer Adventure and your mastery of Penacony’s unique traversal mechanics. I recommend coming back after you’ve upgraded your Bubble Charge capacity; it saves endless frustration on F2 Upper Right.

Dewlight Pavilion F2 Centre: The Grand Balcony

Right after the cinematic entrance, you’ll be standing in what I call the “grand hall” – the F2 Centre balcony. Six chests are cleverly placed here, most visible but some demanding a little parkour. The first one sits innocently on the left side of the balcony; I almost walked past it because it merges with the gold trim. Chest 2 is right of the room’s entrance, while Chest 3 challenges you with a guard squad behind a pillar. Use Ruan Mei’s technique or a well-timed ultimate to clear them fast.

The real fun starts with Chest 4. Remember the glowing Bubble Bridges? The one near Chest 3 angles up onto a different pillar – walk up the vertical wall and you’ll land right beside a precious chest. Chests 5 and 6 require you to transform into Hanu via the nearby TV. As the tiny cartoon detective, teleport to the high platform, launch rockets at the patrolling enemies, and watch for the explosives box on the far wall. Blowing up that box reveals Chest 6 behind a secret crumbling wall. How cool is that in 2026? Penacony’s verticality never gets old.

F2 Lower: Bars and Puzzle Rooms

The lower level feels more intimate, with Chest 7 neatly tucked between two bird statues and Chest 8 lounging next to the bar like a forgotten tip. Chest 9 is easier to miss: it’s on the ground of the puzzle room, behind a barrier visible only from across the door. I had to ping my party a few times before the Destructible objects highlighted the route. Then you’ve got Chest 10 clinging to the wall behind the balcony – use a tall character like Svarog to spot the glint – and Chest 11 waiting on the left wall, just begging for a quick Bubble Bridge climb.

F1 Upper: Stairs and Monsters

Going up to F1, the layout becomes more linear. Chest 12 hides behind the right staircase, one of those “why didn’t I check here?” spots. Chest 13 is in a room at the end of the hall next to the same stairs, but beware – the door opens to a trio of nightmare creatures. If your team is still rocking low-level relics, pop a food buff before entering. Chest 14 caps this section in the topmost room, accessible after a brief spiral staircase climb. Nothing too crazy, but the ambience here – all tilted chandeliers and distant music – makes the hunt feel like a spy thriller.

F1 Upper Right: The Outsourcer Adventure Quest

This is where Dewlight Pavilion earns its reputation as a puzzle master’s playground. The Outsourcer Adventure quest, which sends you into the twisted upper-right wing, unfolds in three distinct parts, and you can only find three chests per visit. You’ll need to talk to Burton outside the door repeatedly. My advice? Don’t try to sequence-break – just follow the prompts and keep the Bubble Bridge instructions handy.

Outsourcer Part One

On your first foray, the target is three well-hidden chests. Start by taking the Bubble Bridge at the top right of the floor; it leads down a red-carpeted hallway along the balcony, then up another wall into a dead-end courtyard where Chest 15 awaits. Chest 16 requires a sharp eye: there’s a second Bubble Bridge next to the one you just used, this time guiding you to a black-painted pathway. The chest sits on the right side, half-covered by shadows. Finally, from Chest 16, take a left, go down the middle path, and ascend yet another Bubble Bridge. Chest 17 perches right across the span. Did you count the Bubble Bridges? I’d wager you’re already at five charges. Always refresh before entering.

Outsourcer Part Two

After reporting back to Burton, he’ll send you straight back with a new set of coordinates. Part Two ups the ante with more vertical mazes. Chest 18 is a freebie – just take the Bubble Bridge to the red-carpeted hallway again, but this time the chest is farther in. For Chest 19, use the black hallway Bubble Bridge, then push deeper until you find another red hall. Take the second door on the left; the chest is at the end, guarded by a pair of Dreamjolt Troupe. Chest 20 is my personal favorite: from Chest 19, go to the Bubble Bridge across from the first door, climb up, and defeat the enemies standing on the wall. Once they’re gone, refresh your charges at the nearby dispenser and use the other Bubble Bridge to soar over to Chest 20. That moment of hanging upside down in a golden dress doing a combat drill? Priceless.

Outsourcer Part Three

Burton’s final task gifts you the most chests. Chest 21 starts with a solid-floor button on the right side – press it, dash behind, climb a Bubble Bridge, and clear the nearby mimics. The chest floats almost mockingly across from the bridge. Chest 22 requires you to turn left from 21, refresh charges, climb a wall, and transform into Hanu via another TV. Once you’re the pint-sized hero, rocket launcher those enemies and claim the spoils at the far end. Chest 23 is a magnificent secret: to the right of 22, there’s a tiny opening in the wall. Shoot a rocket at the explosive crate inside, and the wall disintegrates to reveal a hidden chamber with the chest. I actually gasped when it opened.

Chests 24 and 25 continue the rhythm. Use the Bubble Bridge across from the entrance, run down the hall, hit the stabilization button, and turn the corner for Chest 24. Then enter the door next to it, take a right, and ride another Bubble Bridge to find Chest 25 directly ahead. By the time you’re done, you’ll have checked off all 13 Outsourcer chests and probably lost all sense of direction. Is it worth the effort? Yes, because this quest also nets you a precious achievement that still haunts the profile of many latecomers.

City Sandpit: The Miniature Wonderland

Just when you think you’ve seen everything, the Model of Penacony in the centre of F1 beckons. Interact with it to shrink into the City Sandpit, a to-scale diorama of Penacony’s districts. Nine chests are scattered here, and they’re all about pinball machines and origami birds.

Chest 26 is bottom left, almost too easy. Chest 27 sits in the centre near an NPC who mutters, “Hello, I’m industrial scum” – peak Penacony weirdness. Chest 28 hides behind a bar at the bottom, while Chest 29 perches top left next to the giant origami bird (don’t miss the photo opportunity).

The real challenges are Chests 30 to 32, which demand mastery of the Pinball Machine. Use the central machine to launch yourself to a small area top right – Chest 30 is wedged between a gate and another machine. Then hop on the adjacent pinball machine and redirect the trajectory to the top-most path; this flings you to a left-side island where Chest 31 awaits, surrounded by angry Dreamjolt monsters. Finally, return to Chest 30’s location, rearrange the trajectory so the pinball is received by the lower machine, and you’ll unlock Chest 32. Chest 33 is centre-right, and Chest 34 sits near the Stagnant Shadow – perfect for a final boss-battle warm-up.

Final Thoughts for 2026 Trailblazers

With all 34 chests in your pocket, Dewlight Pavilion transforms from a bewildering dreamscape into a completed puzzle. Even in 2026, I meet players who forgot the secret Hanu rocket room or got lost in the Outsourcer’s black hallway. If you’re cleaning up for Stellar Jade before the next major update, this guide should save you hours. And if you’re revisiting with the new Sound Hunt Ninjutsu event? The map feels even more alive.

So, have you found all 34, or are you still missing the hidden wall behind Chest 22? The beauty of Penacony is that it never stops surprising you. Now, load up your best team, charge those Bubble Bridges, and go make the Family proud.