Kugane tower is impossible for me

[Reilyn]

Wow, didn't know it could be so bad. I'm acrophobic myself, but it's mainly limited to footing I can see through, and waist-high railings being the only thing separating me from a fall IRL.

Video games, it's not a problem. You just won't find me climbing one of those towers of rope, and nets in places like Dorney Park/Sesame Place, or 4 stories off the ground on a fire escape unless the building is actually on fire...

[CosmicKirby]

I can partially relate with the OP.

Even in a videogame, if I see myself/character falling, any distance that requires like a second or longer. I get the distinct feeling of weightlessness and falling in the back of my head and it shoots down my spine. It ONLY triggers from such a sight though, oddly enough only in interactive mediums.

[Alestorm]

Do you just fly really low to the ground?

I'm used to flying on mounts (used to play WoW) it's more the anxiety of the fall is the issue with the tower.

Or close your eyes in every single dungeon or raid instance where we jump from heights?
Or the Antitower??

In dungeons there's usually enough to keep me distracted form the elevation. Also the fact you can't fall off helps.

[File2ish]

Perhaps distracting yourself while doing the jump puzzle might help? Listen to an audiobook or watch youtube/tv/netflix/other streaming service on another device while you attempt it. At least for me I've successfully distracted myself from odd feelings of weightlessness when my character is falling off attempting the puzzle. Though it should be noted I don't have the phobia, nor a general fear of heights. Just watching my guy fall just triggers that feeling for some reason.

If that doesn't work I'd be willing to lend aid with the aforementioned "waifu warp" seeing as you're also on Coeurl. I'm determined to get to the top one of these days despite my less than ideal work schedule.

[Joe777]

In the immortal words of Ace Ventura:

WHATEVER YOU DO! ...Don't look down.

[Alestorm]

This is why I like this community so much more than WoW's. You guys are awesome; maybe I'll take another hard crack at it if work doesn't kill me tomorrow. :P

[SuperZay]

The best way to fight any phobia is to gradually expose yourself to your fear. One step at a time. Then look down over the distance you covered. When you're comfortable, continue exposing yourself to greater heights.

[Youkulm]

Makes me wonder, does the partner ring from wedding work in this case? Just a suggestion (assuming it works) if you are or plan to.

it does work. thats what my husband did once i made it to the top.... lol

[Ametrine]

There is a second, easier, and less scary, jump puzzle over by the hotel/hot springs.

There is a sightseeing spot up there to get, too, and has you more of less running along the rooftops to the hotel, then doing a few tight jumps to the tubs on the rooftop.

If you want to try to acclimate yourself a bit before attempting the tower, you can try that.

And remember. It's okay if you can't do it, but it's only a game and you are perfectly safe and sound while playing.

[Aldora]

I have severe Acrophobia (fear of heights) and even video games sometimes can set it off. Once I get to just below the balcony level I begin to shake. While I enjoy jump puzzles in games, this is just one I can never do without either an eternal bond with someone who can or a friend does it for me.

It sucks since I can never have that "I finally did it!" feeling of making it to the top on my own. I hope all of you can make it and complete your sightseeing logs and enjoy the view; this Miqo'te will just be on the ground cheering you on.

I also have a fear of heights, but what helped me both in real life as well as with this specific jumping puzzle, is to simply focus what’s in front of you and don’t look down (unless you can focus on the platform you’re standing on). When you get to the point where you’re just below the balcony, there will be a few jumps which might make your stomach turn. Whatever you do, don’t look down and just focus on the beam you need to jump on.

Eventually you will make the jump and the excitement and relief you feel when you actually make it on top of the roof, is well worth the time you’ve invested in it.

I mean, it took me about 4 hours in total to get up there. (^_^; )