How to Get Shrine Cursed Technique in Heian Guide

Shrine is one of the most intense and lore-rich cursed techniques you can obtain in Heian, inspired by the infamous Ryo Sukuna. It’s known for high-risk, high-reward combat power and a unique unlock method that includes inner realm battles and storyline interaction. If you’re aiming to become a dominant force in PvP or want a powerful technique for tougher PvE challenges, Shrine is a solid pick. Here’s how to unlock it and what it offers. Also check out Stat Guide for Heian and Heian Ultimate Beginner Guide.

What Is Shrine in Heian?

Shrine is a cursed technique developed as an experimental version of Sukuna’s original power. It brings a set of high-damage, visually stunning moves focused on dismantling enemies with precision and destructive force. To get this technique, you’ll need patience, specific items, and progression through a short but essential questline. This technique is not handed to you easily—it requires interaction with several NPCs, the use of a Cursed Embryo, and a tough battle inside your inner realm.

How to Unlock Shrine – Step-by-Step

1. Reach Grade 2 and Get a Cursed Embryo
   You must be a Grade 2 Sorcerer and possess a Cursed Embryo. This item is a key part of progressing through the Shrine questline.

2. Talk to the Merchant in Kirisaki Village
   Go to Kirisaki Village and speak to the merchant. This is mandatory—you cannot skip this step, or your quest will not progress. Even though he doesn’t know much, he directs you to someone who does.

3. Head to the Light Cave in Overgrowth
   After speaking with the merchant, travel through Zenin Residence (Fiend path) until you reach the Light Cave in Overgrowth. There, you’ll find Kenny, an NPC who can help transform your Cursed Embryo.

4. Transform the Cursed Embryo into a Cursed Finger
   Kenny will convert your Cursed Embryo into a Cursed Finger. Once you consume it, you’ll be taken into your inner realm for a one-on-one battle.

5. Defeat the Trainer in the Inner Realm
   This fight determines whether you’re worthy of unlocking the Shrine technique. Be prepared—if you fail or want different Shrine points (SP), you’ll need to repeat the whole process with a new Cursed Embryo.

Important Note: Only consume the Cursed Finger when you’ve prepared the specific SP you want to invest. Otherwise, you’ll need to restart the process from scratch.

The Shrine cursed technique isn’t just another power boost—it’s a badge of mastery in Heian. Between the journey to find Kenny, the inner realm fight, and the need for strategic SP usage, Shrine demands commitment. But the payoff is more than worth it: a unique and deadly set of skills, inspired by the most feared technique in Jujutsu lore. If you’re already Grade 2 and hunting for your next big power jump, Shrine should be at the top of your list. Just remember—don’t skip that merchant, or you’ll be stuck wandering in circles.