Follow this guide to clear the Shattered Kiln Bandit Camp in Horizon Zero Dawn, find collectibles like the Sterling-Malkeet Ancient Vessel, Metal Flower, and Bryce Orbital Vantage Point.
Walkthrough
- 1Fast travel to the Campfire southwest of the Sun Furrows Hunting Grounds (where you searched for Nasan during “Robbing the Rich”).
- 2Follow the road northwest, ignoring forks, until you reach the Shattered Kiln Bandit Camp.
- 3Optional: If Nil appears near the southeastern side of the camp, recruit him.
- 4Equip Nora Silent Hunter Heavy armor and a Shadow Sharpshot Bow. Scan and mark enemies with your Focus.
- 5Circle the camp perimeter, picking off Bandits, especially those in watchtowers.
- 6Kill Bandits near the southeastern gate and move northwest along the northeast edge.
- 7At the northern end, climb the wall using handholds. Dispatch the Bandit on the wall, the one in the watchtower to the southwest, and any below.
- 8Shoot the alarm to disable it.
- 9Head southwest, looting a pile of Ancient Debris for the “Ancient Vessel - Sterling-Malkeet”.
- 10Free the two prisoners nearby.
- 11Turn southwest and climb a tree with handholds. Climb onto the platform.
- 12Cross taut ropes east to another platform overlooking the central fortified structure.
- 13From this vantage point, pick off as many Bandits as possible.
- 14Enter the structure and finish off any remaining Bandits. Use the roof for a vantage point if needed.
- 15After clearing the camp, talk to Nil if he is present to conclude the quest.
- 16Exit the camp via the northern gate and follow the road northwest.
- 17Cross a bridge, then at a fork, turn southwest. At another fork, turn south and cross the river.
- 18Shortly after crossing the river, turn west towards the orange hills.
- 19Ascend a rocky ravine, searching the southern face for handholds leading to a precipice.
- 20Shoot down the Glinthawks guarding the Metal Flower - Mark II (D) and collect it.
- 21Make your way southeast. Descend the sloped cliffs to the east and continue east until you find a road.
- 22Follow the road south to a Campfire west of the road, near a river bend.
- 23From the Campfire, follow the cliffs south until you find handholds north of a Longleg Site. Climb to a ledge.
- 24Turn west and find more handholds near a dead tree.
- 25At the next landing, find handholds leading horizontally across the cliff face to the top of the hill.
- 26Here, you will find two Scrappers guarding the “Vantage - Bryce Orbital” Vantage Point. Defeat the Scrappers and collect the Vantage Point.
Tips
- The Bandits in this camp are stronger than usual, with some carrying skull icons indicating a higher level.
- Use your Focus to mark enemies and plan your approach.
- The camp is large and open, so utilize cover and high ground.
- The Nora Silent Hunter Heavy armor offers good protection, and the Shadow Sharpshot Bow is effective for long-range takedowns.
- If Nil joins you, he can provide significant support in combat.
- 15,000 XP for clearing the Shattered Kiln Bandit Camp.
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