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Outward 2

Outward 2

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Embark on a challenging open-world RPG adventure in Outward 2, where survival and exploration are paramount. You'll need to manage your resources, brave dangerous environments, and overcome formidable foes as you forge your path in this unforgiving world. This is a game for those who crave a deep, rewarding experience that demands careful planning and resilience.

This guide will help you navigate the intricacies of Outward 2, covering essential gameplay tips, combat strategies, and recommendations for the best gear, including how to find the best backpacks and recommended weapons. We'll also delve into character development, exploring various build options like the Kazite Spellblade, Cabal Hermit, Rune Sage, Wild Hunter, and Mercenary to help you optimize your playstyle.

Introduction + Starting tips

Master the early game of Outward 2 with our comprehensive guide. Learn essential starting tips, item acquisition, skill training, and how to secure your first house and best backpack quickly.

This guide provides essential information for new players of Outward 2, covering important locations, faction insights, and starting strategies. It aims to reduce frustration and provide a headstart in the game world.

Step 1: Initial Survival and House Acquisition

After completing the tutorial, you'll need to pay 150 silver for your house or be evicted. Prioritize gathering essential items in town: a backpack (25 silver) for increased loot capacity, 1 bandage (craftable from 2 linen), a flask of water, and a makeshift sleeping bag. Collect berries for sustenance. Sell unneeded items to afford the backpack.

Speak with the gatekeeper to learn a free weapon skill. While these skills can be learned later, some are found in distant towns. Choose a skill for a weapon you intend to use; a two-handed halberd is suggested if available.

Instead of leaving town immediately, return to the hidden storage room (under your house) to access a small area with two relatively weak enemies. Loot everything, especially a mining pick and fishing rod. Head into the open world cautiously, as early enemies like the beach mantis can be dangerous. Follow the shore to find an NPC; giving him a bandage earns you a Tribal Favor, exempting you from the house payment. Mine and fish along the shore if you have the tools, then return to town to turn in the favor and secure your house.

Step 2: The Best Early Backpack and House Security

With your house secured, aim to earn 50 silver to purchase an HP upgrade from an NPC. Ensure you are well-rested and at full health before your next venture. The next objective is to acquire the game's best weight-to-value backpack early on, accessible within minutes through a 'secret' location. This significantly alleviates the early-game weight management issues.

To reach this location, exit town via the main gate and head east towards the bandit camp. Navigate using your map: proceed to the first fork, turn left, and cross the wooden bridge (beware of traps near the start and end). Within the bandit camp, your goal is a building with a large rock behind it and a tube on its roof. Climb the rock and onto the roof (you may need to unequip your backpack to perform the necessary dodge roll). Interact with the tube on the roof once to open the door to the house below, which contains valuable loot, including the 110-weight backpack.

Guide and Walkthrough (PC) by Hentaicheg

Full Outward 2 guide and walkthrough for PC by Hentaicheg, covering factions, locations, skill trainers, and missable quests.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Introduction and Starting Tips
  2. 2
    Faction Introduction
  3. 3
    Holy Mission of Elatt
  4. 4
    Blue Chamber Collective
  5. 5
    Heroic Kingdom of Levant
  6. 6
    Skill Trainers
  7. 7
    Chersonese and Cierzo
  8. 8
    Enmerkar Forest and Berg
  9. 9
    Hallowed Marsh and Monsoon
  10. 10
    Abrassar Desert and Levant
  11. 11
    Important Missables, Sidequests, and Timed Quests
  12. 12
    Legacy
Tips
  • This guide was last updated on 06/20/2020 and is version 1.1.
  • Refer to the previous section for Faction Introduction and the next section for Blue Chamber Collective.

Holy Mission of Elatt

Walkthrough for the Holy Mission of Elatt in Outward 2. Learn how to join the faction, complete quests like Questions and Corruption, Doubts and Secrets, and Truth and Purpose, and get the best rewards.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Joining the Faction:
    • You must have the 'Looking for the Future' quest.
  2. 2
    Go to Elatt's altar in Monsoon and speak to the NPC.
  3. 3
    Help one of the three individuals by completing their mini-quest (only one is required).
  4. 4
    Note: Joining any faction starts a 20-day countdown to save Cierzo by defeating 3 warlords in Vendavel Fortress.
  5. 5
    Be aware that Scourge enemies will become more hostile towards you.
  6. 6
    Quest: Questions and Corruption:
    • Wait 3 days after joining for your first quest.
  7. 7
    Burn greasy fern on an altar near the Monsoon entrance (east, up the cliff near bandits).
  8. 8
    Cleanse the corruption from a tomb in Chersonese.
  9. 9
    Navigate through Ghost Pass to reach the catacombs.
  10. 10
    Find and reassemble a talking skull by collecting its body parts (all parts are in the section to the right of the dungeon entrance, follow the leftmost path up the cliff and drop down for an arm if missed).
  11. 11
    The assembled skull will help open the door.
  12. 12
    Defeat the 3 summoned skeletons summoned by Olielle.
  13. 13
    Return to Monsoon and accept your reward. Choose to receive the blessing; giving it to Olielle yields only minor loot.
  14. 14
    Quest: Doubts and Secrets:
    • Wait another 3 days.
  15. 15
    Travel to Berg and speak with NPCs.
  16. 16
    Optionally, find a priest in the Hive Cave southeast of the forest map.
  17. 17
    Return to Monsoon; Olielle will be jailed.
  18. 18
    Bribe the official with 200 silver to release her (other options are unknown).
  19. 19
    After this quest, choose one of two passive bonuses: 10% elemental damage boost (ethereal/decay/lightning) or 10% reduced stamina/mana cost.
  20. 20
    Quest: Truth and Purpose:
    • Wait another 3 days.
  21. 21
    Talk to Ellinara to start the quest.
  22. 22
    Find Olielle in the slums of Levant.
  23. 23
    Choose to explore the Stone Titan Caves (this is the correct location; other choices offer minimal lore).
  24. 24
    After exploring the caves, you'll receive a tablet (not added to inventory).
  25. 25
    Return to Monsoon and give the tablet to Mofat for translation.
  26. 26
    Speak with Olielle and proceed to the altar.
  27. 27
    Find the rebel priests via the lotus entrance in Hallowed Marsh (refer to the Hallowed Marsh map).
  28. 28
    Negotiate with the priests:
    • Fail: Receive average loot and Templar rank.
  29. 29
    Partial Success: Prevent rebellion, priests leave the Holy Mission. Receive Templar or Champion rank and the 'Acceptance' passive (+8 hot/cold weather defense).
  30. 30
    Complete Success: Prevent rebellion, priests stay. Receive Champion rank, the unique 'Candle Plate Armor' (heavy armor with fire/lightning resistance), the 'Sanctified Protection' passive (+2 protection), and the 'Acceptance' passive.
Tips
  • Prioritize getting the blessings and passives, especially the 'Sanctified Protection' and 'Acceptance' from the 'Truth and Purpose' quest's complete success.
  • The 'Candle Plate Armor' is a powerful reward for completing 'Truth and Purpose' successfully.
  • Be prepared for increased Scourge enemy hostility after joining the faction.
  • Saving Cierzo requires defeating 3 warlords in Vendavel Fortress within 20 days of joining a faction.
  • +20 Decay Resist passive (default choice).
  • Choice of: 10% Ethereal/Decay/Lightning damage boost OR 10% Stamina/Mana cost reduction.
  • Possibility of +8 Weather Resists and +2 Protection passives.
  • Unique faction armor (Candle Plate Armor - heavy armor with fire/lightning resist).
  • +20 Health/Stamina/Mana potion (for all factions).
  • 'Acceptance' passive (+8 hot/cold weather defense).
  • 'Sanctified Protection' passive (+2 protection).

Guide and Walkthrough (PC) by Hentaicheg (2)

Learn about the factions in Outward 2, including the Holy Mission of Elatt, Blue Chamber Collective, and Heroic Kingdom of Levant.

The world of Outward 2 is shaped by several major factions that offer distinct paths and advantages. Understanding these factions is crucial for navigating the game effectively and making informed choices about your allegiances.

Factions Covered:

  • Holy Mission of Elatt
  • Blue Chamber Collective
  • Heroic Kingdom of Levant

Each faction has specific requirements to join and offers unique rewards or questlines. Your choices regarding factions can significantly impact your gameplay experience, including access to certain skills, gear, and story progression.

Tips
  • Consider the benefits and questlines of each faction before committing.
  • Some quests or actions may affect your standing with certain factions.
  • Pay attention to faction-specific requirements and rewards mentioned throughout your journey.

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