Kresnik's Torch
Last updated 2026-09-08
Kresnik's Torch is an exploration mechanic and lore concept in Snezhnaya. It is an artificial heat source fueled by Kresnik Kristall that can prevent damage from Snezhnaya's cold climate.
Small "civilian model" Kresnik's Torches[1] can be found scattered across Snezhnaya. When active, they will periodically generate ![]()
Kresnik Energy for the Eye of Graeae.
Gameplay Notes
- Mini Kresnik's Torches will generate 3 orbs providing

Kresnik Energy ×20 each every ~10s. These orbs will be automatically absorbed by the player within a certain range.
- Some Mini Kresnik's Torches will additionally generate pickup orbs, which spawn nearby and must be touched to collect. These provide

Kresnik Energy ×20 each with separate cooldowns of ~10s.
- Some Mini Kresnik's Torches will additionally generate pickup orbs, which spawn nearby and must be touched to collect. These provide
- Activating a Mini Kresnik's Torch costs

Kresnik Energy ×10. - Medium-sized Kresnik Torches will only generate pickup orbs. These provide

Kresnik Energy ×20 each with separate cooldowns of ~10s.
- Medium-sized torches are less common than mini torches, and some will not generate any orbs. These appear to be decorative and are comparable in size to wood-burning stoves for the average home.
- Some areas of Snezhnaya, such as major cities, contain one or more large Kresnik Torches. These serve to maintain a Normal Temperature Zone within a certain range.
Tutorial
- Mini Kresnik's Torch
A mini Kresnik's Torch that can provide warmth for a small area for a short time. Using it will also generate Kresnik Energy orbs.
When it runs low on fuel, its effective range will significantly shrink, and it will no longer produce Kresnik Energy orbs. At this time, an energy injection from the Eye of Graeae can restore it to its normal state.
A mini Kresnik's Torch that has completely stopped working cannot be reactivated or restarted.
Descriptions
Lore
Kresnik's Torch is a type of furnace that generates heat by burning Kresnik Kristall.[2] It was created by the Belyi Tsar to help humans survive in the freezing climate of Snezhnaya.[3] Every city in Snezhnaya is built around a Kresnik Torch,[4] which protects it from snowstorms.[5]
Snezhnaya's most important Kresnik Torch is located in Kresnik's Burning Heart within Snezhnograd. It was constructed almost immediately after the Belyi Tsar completed his experiments in the Pale Crown Palace.[2]
The government organization responsible for overseeing and maintaining the Kresnik's Torches and Kresnik Kristall is the Royal Energy Commission of Snezhnaya.[6]
Gallery
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Kresnik's Torch | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 克什尼克之炬 Kèshíníkè zhī Jù | Kresnik's Torch |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 克什尼克之炬 Kèshíníkè zhī Jù | |
| Japanese | クルースニクの炉 Kuruusuniku no Ro | Kresnik's Hearth |
| Korean | 크레스니크의 횃불 Keureseunikeu-ui Hwaetbul | Kresnik's Torch |
| Spanish | Antorcha Kresnik | |
| French | Torche de Kresnik | Kresnik's Torch |
| Russian | Факел Крестника Fakel Krestnika | |
| Thai | คบเพลิง Kresnik | |
| Vietnamese | Đuốc Kresnik | |
| German | Kresniks Fackel | Kresnik's Torch |
| Indonesian | Obor Kresnik | |
| Portuguese | Tocha de Kresnik | |
| Turkish | Kresnik'in Meşalesi | |
| Italian | Fiaccole di Kresnik |
Change History
References
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter VII, Act I - Everwinter Without Mercy, Part 1: Into the Wind, Into the Frigid North
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 NPC Dialogue: Yelagina
- ↑ Loading Screen Tip: Kresnik's Torch
- ↑ Archon Quest, Song of the Welkin Moon, Act VIII - True Moon, Part 3: Welkin Moon's Homecoming
Columbina: In fact, it is home to quite a wondrous heat source... I think they call it "Kresnik's Torch." Every city in Snezhnaya is built around one of those. - ↑ NPC Dialogue: Gorchakova
- ↑ Loading Screen Tip: Royal Energy Commission of Snezhnaya


