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Shattered Kiln Bandit Camp: Echoes Of The Past
Horizon Zero Dawn

Shattered Kiln Bandit Camp: Echoes Of The Past

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.

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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
  1. 1
    Fast travel to the Campfire southwest of the Sun Furrows Hunting Grounds (where you searched for Nasan during “Robbing the Rich”).
  2. 2
    Follow the road northwest, ignoring forks, until you reach the Shattered Kiln Bandit Camp.
  3. 3
    Optional: If Nil appears near the southeastern side of the camp, recruit him.
  4. 4
    Equip Nora Silent Hunter Heavy armor and a Shadow Sharpshot Bow. Scan and mark enemies with your Focus.
  5. 5
    Circle the camp perimeter, picking off Bandits, especially those in watchtowers.
  6. 6
    Kill Bandits near the southeastern gate and move northwest along the northeast edge.
  7. 7
    At 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.
  8. 8
    Shoot the alarm to disable it.
  9. 9
    Head southwest, looting a pile of Ancient Debris for the “Ancient Vessel - Sterling-Malkeet”.
  10. 10
    Free the two prisoners nearby.
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    Turn southwest and climb a tree with handholds. Climb onto the platform.
  12. 12
    Cross taut ropes east to another platform overlooking the central fortified structure.
  13. 13
    From this vantage point, pick off as many Bandits as possible.
  14. 14
    Enter the structure and finish off any remaining Bandits. Use the roof for a vantage point if needed.
  15. 15
    After clearing the camp, talk to Nil if he is present to conclude the quest.
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    Exit the camp via the northern gate and follow the road northwest.
  17. 17
    Cross a bridge, then at a fork, turn southwest. At another fork, turn south and cross the river.
  18. 18
    Shortly after crossing the river, turn west towards the orange hills.
  19. 19
    Ascend a rocky ravine, searching the southern face for handholds leading to a precipice.
  20. 20
    Shoot down the Glinthawks guarding the Metal Flower - Mark II (D) and collect it.
  21. 21
    Make your way southeast. Descend the sloped cliffs to the east and continue east until you find a road.
  22. 22
    Follow the road south to a Campfire west of the road, near a river bend.
  23. 23
    From the Campfire, follow the cliffs south until you find handholds north of a Longleg Site. Climb to a ledge.
  24. 24
    Turn west and find more handholds near a dead tree.
  25. 25
    At the next landing, find handholds leading horizontally across the cliff face to the top of the hill.
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    Here, 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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