Learn how to split resource stacks in Nightingale! This guide covers transferring items to storage or companions, extracting for Essence Dust, and increasing carrying capacity with packs.
Hey there! So, you're running into the classic Nightingale inventory problem, huh? Can't split stacks directly in your main inventory – it's a bit of a head-scratcher, I know. But don't worry, there are still ways to manage your loot when you're moving it around.
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Splitting Stacks to Storage or Companions:
When you're at a storage chest or chatting with a companion, you can split stacks. Just hold down the 'Shift' key on your keyboard and then 'left-click' on the stack of resources you want to split. While holding 'Shift' and 'left-click', drag the item to where you want to put it – like into a storage chest or your companion's inventory. A prompt will pop up showing a slider. Drag this slider to choose exactly how much of the stack you want to move. Confirm it, and boom! You've split the stack. The prompt will even show you the amount and its weight.
Important Note: This trick only works when you're interacting with storage or companions, not when you're just out in the wild.
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Reducing Weight While Exploring (Extracting):
If you're already over-encumbered and can't even pick up more stuff, here's what you can do. Find the resource you need to ditch or care about the least. Right-click on it and select 'Extract'. This brings up a screen similar to splitting stacks, but it asks how much you want to extract. This doesn't split the stack itself, but it frees up some weight and gives you Essence Dust, which is super useful for buying blueprints. So, you get lighter and get currency!
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Managing Inventory with a Companion:
If you've got a companion with you (you can usually find them near the Essence Trader), you can use them as extra storage. Walk up to them and press 'E' to interact. Then, select 'Manage Equipment & Inventory'. From here, you'll see the same 'Shift' + 'left-click' drag option we talked about for splitting stacks. Drag items over to your companion's inventory to split and transfer them.
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Increasing Carrying Capacity with Packs:
For a more permanent solution to your inventory woes, you'll want to craft backpacks, or 'Packs' as they're called in Nightingale. The first one you can make is the 'Simple Pack'. You'll get a quest for the 'Simple Sewing Bench' from Puck, which unlocks the ability to craft it. This Simple Pack will boost your carrying capacity by a hefty 50 kg! As you progress and find better crafting recipes, you'll be able to make even better packs that offer more capacity.
- Remember, you can't split stacks directly in your personal inventory. Always use storage, companions, or the 'Extract' function.
- Extracting items gives you Essence Dust, so it's a win-win when you're trying to shed weight and need crafting currency.
- Keep an eye out for crafting recipes for better 'Packs' as you explore different realms – they're essential for serious looting!
- Companions are great for managing inventory on the go. Make sure you recruit one when you see them.
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