What to know
- Day 6 unlocks the “Sapling of the Big, Big Oak of Stone” photo mission in the Sketches of Innocence storyline.
- Head to Origin Lodespring – Cradle of the Ages in Valley IV to frame the Great Originium Oak sapling with 3+ operators, including one wielding handcannons, in a Square formation.
- Completing it grants Oroberyl x200, T-Creds x30,000, Heavy Cast Die x20, and Cast Die x15.
- Event runs until February 24, 2026; talk to Carly in Worker Dorms afterward to progress.
Carly’s Fairytale of the Valley brings a creative photo challenge to Arknights: Endfield‘s Valley IV, and Day 6 immerses you in a heroic story of knights saving a stony sapling. You help Carly complete her storybook by snapping the perfect shot at a key natural landmark, blending exploration with squad positioning.
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| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Carly’s Fairytale of the Valley |
| Day 6 Mission | Sapling of the Big, Big Oak of Stone |
| Unlock Requirement | Complete prior days; main mission Chapter I Process II: Paving the Way |
| Key Mechanic | In-game camera for posed photos matching story prompts |
| Duration | Feb 7 – Feb 24, 2026 (UTC-5) |
| Location Focus | Origin Lodespring, Valley IV |
Location
Photo Requirements for Day 6
Match these exactly to validate your shot:
- Include the Great Originium Oak sapling prominently in frame.
- At least 1 operator wielding handcannons (e.g., Yvonne, Wulfgard, or Fluorite).
- Photo shows at least 3 operators total.
- Group Pose Formation: Square.
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How to complete Day 6 photo step-by-step
Enter Camera Mode at the glowing spot in Cradle of the Ages—same area as the Triaggelos boss fight—and follow these steps for success. You’ll swap operators via presets for quick adjustments.
Step 1
Travel to Origin Lodespring via the nearest Teleport Waypoint, then head to Cradle of the Ages in Valley IV. Look for the event marker on your map after tracking via Events tab.
Step 2
Assemble your squad: Include Carly, one handcannon user like Wulfgard, and two more operators for the minimum of three. Avoid combat triggers nearby.
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Step 3
Step onto the glowing photo zone to activate Camera Mode. Position the Great Originium Oak sapling in the foreground—it’s small, so zoom out slightly and place it ahead of your team for clarity.
Step 4
Select Square formation from the top-left menu: Arrange operators in a balanced box—two forward forming the base, two back for corners. Tweak spacing manually; even slight misalignments fail validation.
Step 5
Adjust camera angle to capture the sapling clearly without cropping. Check bottom-left objectives all turn green, then snap the photo.
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Claim rewards from the event page.
Day 6 rewards
| Reward Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Oroberyl | x200 |
| T-Creds | x30,000 |
| Heavy Cast Die | x20 |
| Cast Die | x15 |
Nailing Day 6’s Square pose at Cradle of the Ages wraps up another chapter in Carly’s enchanting Valley IV tale, netting you premium currency and materials while showcasing Endfield’s scenic depths. Return to Worker Dorms post-photo to chat with Carly and push toward the full event’s portrait frame finale.
