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The Cursed Outpost is the hub world ofHyper Light Breaker,aka the only truly safe place. As you play through your campaign, you’ll be coming back to this safe haven over and over again. But, just what does The Cursed Outpost have to offer?
If you’re just diving into Hyper Light Breaker’s world, you’ll want to ensure you have a clear understanding of this enigmatic locale. Between Vendors and places to permanently upgrade your gear and skills, there’s a lot to take in. Luckily, we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about The Cursed Outpost.
Currently, Hyper Light Breaker is in Early Access. This info is based on our playthrough of this version of the game, but is subject to change!
Who Is Pherus Bit?
Pherus Bit is the captain of the Breakersexploring the Overgrowth.She is one of the most important NPCsin the Cursed Outpost,found just to the right of the entryway.With Pherus, you can upgrade a ton of different aspects of your build, including, but not limited to:
Additionally,Pherus will help decode Phantom Fragments. These are, in essence,pieces of narrative artwork that help relay the loreof the Overgrowth, the Abyss King, Crowns, and more.
Pherus only deals in Golden Rations and Abyss Stones, so be sure to focus on picking these up on your runs.
What Vendors Are Available In The Cursed Outpost?
There are also three Vendorsfound within the Cursed Outpost. Before each run, you’ll have the chance to check their stock. You can bothpurchase and upgrade your weaponsat these Vendorsand also collect Holobytes.
Each Vendor is also upgradeable in exchange for Golden Rations, so don’t just give every Golden Ration you find to Pherus right off the bat.
Here are all the Vendors in the Cursed Outpostand where you can find them.
Head outside, Omen’s stand is just to the right.
Skeksis the Tinkerer
Head outside toward the cliffs, Skeksis is to the right, just before the Telepad.
Outside on the left-hand side of the marketplace.
Omen The Bladesmith
Omen is your one-stop shop for Blades, Hyper Light Breaker’s melee weapons.Omen will also buy any Bladesthat you collect on your runs.Omen is available at the start of the campaign, so you can start purchasing blades by using Brightblood or Materials as early as your second run.
Skeksis The Tinkerer
Skeksis is a mechanical tinkerer whosells Holobytes, Amps, and Armor. Like Omen, Skeksis also accepts Brightblood and Materials.
However, Skeksis is not available right from the get-go. It costs 12 Materials to repair Skeksis’ shop, so prioritize seeking these out on your first few runs.
It may be tempting to go straight for the melee or ranged weapons, butdon’t sleep on the Amps and Armor Skeksis sells. These can likely save your life out in the Overgrowth.
Cobra Balta The Rail Mechanic
Cobra Balta sells Rails, Hyper Light Breaker’s ranged weapons. Like Skeksis,Cobra also must be unlocked by spending 12 Materials.
Like all Vendors, Cobra can also be upgraded by using Golden Rations. Word to the wise, upgrade Cobra Balta first if you can so that he can start upgrading your Rails.
Most Rails you findout in the Overgrowthare severely underpowered until upgraded, so you’ll want tohit up Cobra Balta early and often after upgrading him.
How To Use The Multiplayer Concierge Bot
The developers of Hyper Light Breaker have always conceded that their vision for the game was multiplayer support.
Hyper Light Breaker is meant to be played with others, especially given the difficulty curve.
That’s why, inside the Cursed Outpostjust to the right and next to Pherus, you’ll find a Multiplayer Concierge Botwaiting for you. This system is relatively self-explanatory. But, for clarity,you can use this bot to invite friends to play with you or even join others’ lobbies.
How To Use The Telepad
Lastly,you’ll find the Telepad, located in the exterior portion of the Cursed Outpostjust before the cliff’s edge; this is where you’ll determine your loadout and prepare for each run.Before shipping outinto the Overgrowth,you should confirm your loadoutand verify you feel comfortable with your weaponry.
Why It’s Important
Breaker
Breakers are your player avatar. Each one comes with unique skills, advantages, and disadvantages.
Sycoms determine things like HP, ammo, damage, and more.
Holobytes
Holobytes offer unique perks for each run. Some Holobytes increase health, ammo, damage, or even stamina.
Blade
Blades are your primary melee weapons. Each blade has a standard attack, a charaged attack, and a special attack, so review each carefully.
Rail
Rails are your primary ranged weapons. Rails have unique features and projectile types that offer different advantages and disadvantages.
Armor
Armor boosts your HP. However, Armor can also reduce speed and your dash ability.
Amps offer special attacks and utility in The Overgrowth.
