Welcome to track #11 – The Chinese Stone Forest at Marble Magic. Inspired by the real-life Shilin formations, winds through misty cliffs, and towering stone peaks, this marble racing track makes it feel like something pulled straight from legend. The journey takes marbles past glowing red lanterns, pagodas perched on rocky outcrops, and bursts of cherry blossoms. Every inch of it is soaked in ancient beauty and cinematic flair.
Each lap stretches 31.5 meters, with two laps making up the full 63-meter gauntlet. But distance is only part of the challenge. The layout coils around jagged bends, plunges into tight ravines, and teases racers with open stretches that never stay calm for long. It’s a course that punishes the careless and rewards sharp instincts.
What makes this track unforgettable is the balance of elegance and danger. The landscape is serene on the surface – but look closer, and it’s a test of nerve and timing. With every curve and climb, racers face the terrain and the ancient energy that lives in the stones themselves.
Chinese Stone Forest Track Layout Overview
| Track Name | Chinese Stone Forest |
| Theme | Real-life Shilin Formation |
| Length | 3150 Cm – 31.5 meters (1240 inches) |
| Turns | 16 twists and turns |
| Lap | 2 Laps |
| Difficulty Level | Hard |
| Est. Completion Time | 135-185 seconds |
| Obstacle | Sliding Field (x3) – War Drums of Shilin – Blockers – Spinning Circle Trap – Spinning Stone Gate – The Wok of Fate – Mushroom & Tree Spinner (x2) – Tri-Blade Spinner – Dance of the Twin Blades – Golden Dragon Path – Lift |
| Marble Material | Ceramics |
| Layout | Starting Point – First Major Turns & Sliding Field – War Drums of Shilin – Descending Path & Second Sliding Field – Spinning Circle Trap – Accelerator Tunnel & The Wok of Fate – Mushroom + Tree Spinner & Third Sliding Field – Second Accelerator Tunnel & Tri-Blade Spinner – The Dance of the Twin Blades – Golden Dragon Path – Lap 1 Finish & Lift – Second Lap – Finish Line |
| Number of Marbles | 8 Marbles |
| Size of marble | 16mm |
| Start Mechanism | Automatic Mechanical Vertical Gate |
Chinese Stone Forest is a 31.5-meter, hard-difficulty track featuring two laps and 11 sharp turns. Eight ceramic marbles (16mm) launch from an automatic vertical gate into a high-stakes course filled with ancient energy, tight descents, and timing precision.
From the pounding War Drums of Shilin to the chaotic Wok of Fate and shifting Golden Dragon Path, the layout blends sliding fields, accelerators, and spinning traps like Tri-Blade Spinner and Spinning Circle Trap. With a lift reset between laps, the whole run takes around 135–185 seconds—fast, technical, and unforgiving.
Chinese Stone Forest track layout description
Starting Point
Eight Marbles line up at the iconic Automatic Mechanical Vertical Gate. As the countdown hits zero, the gate release instantly unleashes them into the race. It sends all eight marbles toward the first major turn.
First Major Turns & Sliding Field
As the gate drops, all eight marbles burst onto the course, diving straight into a twisting ramp lined with blockers. The pack jostler for the position, battling through the tight descent before the first sliding field, where momentum and lane choice can make or break an early lead. From there, they whip around another sharp turn – accelerating in the heart of the Stone Forst.
War Drums of Shilin
After a brief stretch of the open ramp, marbles charge into the heart-pounding War Drums of Shilin, a row of towering percussion machines planted dead center on the track. Each drum strikes down with long, sweeping mallets that slam in rhythm, leaving no room for hesitation. Misjudged timing and a marble gets knocked back or bounced off course. Set against the backdrop of a dramatic cliff and cherry blossom-covered hills, this obstacle is not just a challenge – it’s a signature landmark of the entire track.
Descending Path & Second Sliding Field
After surviving the drum gauntlet, marbles drop into a glowing descent beneath a touring cliff, weaving through sharp curves and vibrant red lanterns that line the path like sentinels. The pace quickens, and precision becomes everything—because the second sliding field is just ahead, ready to punish any misstep. A wrong bump here, and a marble could lose control, spin out, or surrender its lead entirely.
Spinning Circle Trap
As marbles speed down the ramp, they’re suddenly met with a deceptive hazard—the Spinning Circle Trap. Lined up right in the center of the track, a series of swirling green discs rotate in formation, creating a tight rhythm of danger. One wrong move and marble can be spun out, stalled, or thrown off its racing line entirely. It’s quick and chaotic and punishes those who charge in without patience.
Accelerator Tunnel & The Wok of Fate
Clearing the Spinning Circle Trap, marbles dive into the accelerator tunnel, gaining a powerful burst of speed that launches them into a raised section of the track. But the momentum comes at a cost – the infamous Wok of Fate waits right ahead. A narrow bridge lined with giant woks and swinging wooden ladles challenges racers to time their movement with razor precision. One wrong rhythm, and they’re bounced, blocked, or tossed off-course.
Mushroom + Tree Spinner & Third Sliding Field
After surviving the wok chaos, marbles descend into a winding stretch of narrow turns, tight barriers, and unexpected traps. At the heart of it all spins the quirky duo—a mushroom and tree, whirling in sync on a rotating crossbar. It’s whimsical, but one wrong move and your run stalls instantly. Just beyond, the third sliding field tests balance once more, pushing marbles to hold speed and control through one of the trickiest stretches of the race.
Second Accelerator Tunnel & Tri-Blade Spinner
Marbles launch through the second accelerator tunnel, gaining instant speed as they rise into a sleek, elevated platform. But there’s no time to enjoy the view—the relentless Tri-Blade Spinner stands guard at the top. With three sweeping arms in constant motion, it spins like a mechanical sentinel, forcing marbles to either time their entry perfectly or get knocked straight into chaos.
The Dance of the Twin Blades
After slicing through tight corners and weaving along narrow ledges, marbles are funneled into one of the track’s most deceptive traps—The Dance of the Twin Blades. Two independent arms spin on their axes in staggered motion, leaving no consistent rhythm to read. One moment, they’re clear; the next, they’re closing in. It’s a frantic, unpredictable dance where timing is everything—and hesitation can be deadly.
Golden Dragon Path
Just as the finish line comes into view, marbles are met with their final—and fiercest—challenge: the Golden Dragon Path. This ancient serpent stretches across the track in shifting stone segments, each rising and falling erratically. Every piece moves unpredictably from tail to clawed head, forcing racers to weave through the dragon’s body without getting stuck or slowed. It’s a final test of nerve, rhythm, and sheer luck—only the most agile will survive the dragon’s wrath and charge into the final stretch.
Lap 1 Finish & Lift
Just when the leading marble starts to celebrate, the track throws a twist—it’s only the halfway mark. At the end of Lap 1, marbles are guided onto the mechanical lift system, hoisted skyward past a grand red gate and soaring stone cliffs, ready to begin their journey all over again. No breaks. No mercy.
Second Lap
The marbles are back at the top, but there’s no countdown this time. The leader from Lap 1 gets a rolling start, instantly diving into the chaos once more. Familiar obstacles await—but now everyone’s faster, bolder, and hungry for the win.
Finish Line
After two grueling laps through cliffs, chaos, and mechanical mayhem, the finish line awaits. The marble that crosses first—with the fastest time on the clock—will be crowned the undisputed champion of the Chinese Stone Forest. In this race, there’s no second chance—only speed, skill, and split-second decisions decide who takes the win.
Conclusion
The Chinese Stone Forest is a full-blown saga carved into a mythical landscape. Stretching 31.5 meters with 2 intense laps and 14 uniquely crafted obstacles, this hard-difficulty track demands every ounce of precision, patience, and raw speed from its racers. From the thunderous War Drums of Shilin and chaotic Wok of Fate to the shifting Golden Dragon Path, marbles face a brutal mix of beauty and brutality at every turn.
With scenic cliffs, glowing lanterns, ancient temples, and heart-stopping traps scattered across every sector, the track is both a feast for the eyes and a nightmare for any unprepared racer. And when the dust settles, only one marble will cross that final line first, claiming the fastest time and etching its name into Stone Forest legend.