Picture of a glass of Almond Water, taken on an unknown level.
Scarcity: Uncommon
Levels Found: Most, if not all
Description
Almond Water is an unusual substance found on the majority of levels in the Backrooms. It can be found leaking from pipes, in puddles on the ground, flowing from water fountains, as well as in a variety of other places. Almond Water is easily recognized by its distinctive almond smell as well as a subtle pinkish hue. When poured, it is slightly more viscous than water, flowing in a way that resembles milk.
Properties
The properties of Almond Water render it both extremely useful to wanderers and, at the same time, quite dangerous. Almond Water quenches both hunger and thirst, allowing wanderers to survive longer without conventional food and water than they could otherwise. Almond Water cannot act as a full substitute for regular food and water, however, and those attempting to do so will eventually succumb to hunger, thirst, or transformation into a Faceling. Consumption of Almond Water also elicits temporary mild memory loss (typically of negative memories), as well as a rush of recollection of pleasant memories and a sense of overwhelming nostalgia. Almond Water can be quite addictive as a consequence.
Excessive consumption of Almond Water will cause a wanderer to begin the transformation process into a Faceling. This renders Almond Water a double-edged sword. While it can be quite beneficial for surviving in the Backrooms, allowing a wanderer to go for days or even weeks without additional sustenance, attempting to survive solely on it for a prolonged amount of time will eventually lead to the destruction of your memories, your personality, and your humanity.
Furthermore, how long it is safe to consume only Almond Water has been reported to wildly vary from person to person. Some accounts describe wanderers beginning to experience the symptoms of excessive consumption after a few days, whereas other accounts detail individuals surviving for over a month exclusively on Almond Water before symptoms begin to manifest1.
Do's and Don'ts
Do
- Always carry a small supply of Almond Water with you while exploring the Backrooms. Despite the risks, it is always useful to have in the event that you run out of supplies.
- Check your memory if you've consumed a large amount of Almond Water or sustained yourself solely on it for a while.
Don't
- Consume Almond Water recreationally. While the sensations it provides can be quite enjoyable, the risk is simply not worth it.
- Try and survive solely on it.