Starting Strong in Corepunk: Levels 1-5 Guide

June 4, 2024 Beginner's Corner Ryan
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Key NPCs and Quests

Maxwell Sterling

After completing Zikk Clanwhistle's initial tasks, your next major quest involves meeting Maxwell Sterling.

  • Location: Head north from your starting area. Use your map and quest markers to locate Maxwell.
  • Quest: "A Spark in the Dark"
  • Objective: This quest introduces you to the crafting mechanics of Corepunk.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Maxwell Sterling

    • Dialogue: Engage with Maxwell to receive your new quest. He will explain the importance of crafting and gathering resources.
    • Tip: Pay attention to his instructions as crafting is a crucial aspect of the game.
  2. Gather Wood

    • Task: Maxwell will ask you to gather wood from the nearby forest. Look for interactive trees or logs.
    • Objective: Collect a specified number of wood pieces. Use the right mouse button to interact and gather resources.
    • Tip: Keep an eye out for other useful materials while gathering wood.
  3. Craft a Campfire

    • Task: Once you have collected enough wood, Maxwell will guide you through the process of crafting a campfire.
    • Objective: Open your crafting menu and follow the steps to create a campfire.
    • Tip: Crafting requires specific materials and following the recipe precisely. Ensure you have all the necessary items.
  4. Place the Campfire

    • Task: After crafting the campfire, place it in the designated area.
    • Objective: Use the campfire to complete the quest. Campfires are useful for regenerating health and mana.
    • Tip: Remember the campfire locations as they will be beneficial throughout your journey.
  5. Return to Maxwell

    • Task: Report back to Maxwell once you've successfully crafted and placed the campfire.
    • Objective: Completing this step will reward you with experience points and potentially some useful items.

Gretta Grubb

After helping Maxwell Sterling, your next task involves assisting Gretta Grubb.

  • Location: Gretta is located in a nearby village. Use your map to find her.
  • Quest: "Greta's Grudging Gourd Gathering"
  • Objective: This quest introduces you to resource gathering and basic quest mechanics.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Gretta Grubb

    • Dialogue: Initiate conversation with Gretta. She will express her need for gourds from the nearby fields.
    • Tip: Pay attention to any additional information she provides about the gourds' location.
  2. Gather Gourds

    • Task: Head to the designated area to collect gourds. Look for plants that can be interacted with.
    • Objective: Gather the specified number of gourds. Use the right mouse button to pick them up.
    • Tip: Be mindful of any enemies in the area while gathering. Prepare to defend yourself if necessary.
  3. Return to Gretta

    • Task: Once you have collected all the gourds, return to Gretta to complete the quest.
    • Objective: Deliver the gourds to Gretta. She will reward you with experience points and possibly some useful items.
    • Tip: Completing side quests like this can yield valuable rewards and help you level up faster.

Zoltar Blipchain

After assisting Gretta, your next quest involves helping Zoltar Blipchain with his task.

  • Location: Find Zoltar in the same village or nearby area.
  • Quest: "To the Moon, via the Fields"
  • Objective: This quest focuses on combat and loot collection.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Zoltar Blipchain

    • Dialogue: Engage in conversation with Zoltar to receive his quest. He needs rat tails collected from the fields.
    • Tip: Rat tails are dropped by specific enemies, so prepare for combat.
  2. Combat and Loot Collection

    • Task: Head to the fields and defeat the required number of rats. Collect their tails as loot.
    • Objective: Ensure you gather the specified number of rat tails. Use your combat abilities effectively to deal with the enemies.
    • Tip: Use crowd control abilities if you encounter groups of rats to manage the battle more efficiently.
  3. Return to Zoltar

    • Task: Once you have all the rat tails, return to Zoltar to complete the quest.
    • Objective: Hand over the rat tails to Zoltar. He will reward you with experience points and possibly some useful items.
    • Tip: Always check your inventory to ensure you've collected the right amount of quest items before returning to the NPC.

Griz Turner

After helping Zoltar, you will assist Griz Turner with his research.

  • Location: Griz is usually found in a scholarly area within the village.
  • Quest: "The Scribe's Dilemma"
  • Objective: This quest emphasizes exploration and resource collection.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Griz Turner

    • Dialogue: Initiate conversation with Griz to understand his need for specific research materials.
    • Tip: Note the locations he mentions where these materials can be found.
  2. Collect Research Materials

    • Task: Explore the designated areas to collect the required research materials. These could be books, artifacts, or specific natural resources.
    • Objective: Gather all the materials Griz needs. Use your map and quest markers to locate them efficiently.
    • Tip: Some materials might be guarded by enemies, so be prepared for combat or stealth.
  3. Return to Griz

    • Task: Once you have collected all the research materials, return to Griz to complete the quest.
    • Objective: Deliver the materials to Griz. He will reward you with experience points and possibly some valuable research notes or items.
    • Tip: Completing such quests can sometimes unlock new areas or additional lore about the world of Corepunk.

Martha "Big Mama" Potterson

After aiding Griz Turner, your next task is to help Martha "Big Mama" Potterson.

  • Location: Martha can be found near a bustling marketplace or cooking area within the village.
  • Quest: Cooking and Crafting Recipes
  • Objective: This quest introduces you to cooking and crafting, vital skills for your journey.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Martha "Big Mama" Potterson

    • Dialogue: Engage in conversation with Martha. She will explain her need for specific ingredients and cooking supplies.
    • Tip: Pay attention to her instructions, as they will guide you through the cooking process.
  2. Gather Ingredients

    • Task: Martha will provide a list of ingredients needed for her recipes. These ingredients can often be found in nearby fields or purchased from vendors.
    • Objective: Collect all the required ingredients. Use your map and quest markers to locate them efficiently.
    • Tip: Check the marketplace for any missing ingredients. Vendors often sell what you need.
  3. Cooking the Recipe

    • Task: Once you have gathered all the ingredients, return to Martha's cooking area.
    • Objective: Follow her instructions to cook the recipe. This might involve using a specific order or technique.
    • Tip: Pay close attention to the cooking steps to avoid mistakes, as some recipes require precise timing and combinations.
  4. Crafting Introduction

    • Task: Martha will also introduce you to basic crafting. Use the gathered materials to craft useful items or gear.
    • Objective: Understand the crafting system by creating a basic item following her guidance.
    • Tip: Crafting recipes often require specific materials. Ensure you have everything needed before starting the process.
  5. Return to Martha

    • Task: Report back to Martha after completing the cooking and crafting tasks.
    • Objective: Deliver the cooked dish and crafted items. Martha will reward you with experience points, recipes, and potentially some crafted items.
    • Tip: Keep the recipes you learn from Martha, as they will be valuable for future quests and survival.

Blink 1-N

After assisting Martha, your next task involves helping Blink 1-N.

  • Location: Blink 1-N is usually found near areas with abundant plant life or in a research facility.
  • Quest: "Two Much Colors"
  • Objective: This quest emphasizes environmental interaction and botanical studies.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Blink 1-N

    • Dialogue: Engage with Blink 1-N to receive the quest. They will explain the need for specific plant interactions.
    • Tip: Blink 1-N will provide details about the plants you need to find and study.
  2. Interact with Plants

    • Task: Head to the designated area and interact with the plants Blink 1-N specified.
    • Objective: Study and collect samples from these plants. Use the right mouse button to interact with them.
    • Tip: Be careful of any hostile creatures that might inhabit the area.
  3. Analyze Plant Samples

    • Task: After collecting the samples, return to Blink 1-N's research facility to analyze them.
    • Objective: Follow the steps provided by Blink 1-N to analyze the plant samples.
    • Tip: Accurate analysis is key, so follow the instructions closely to ensure success.
  4. Report Findings

    • Task: Report back to Blink 1-N with your findings.
    • Objective: Deliver the analyzed samples and data. Blink 1-N will reward you with experience points and possibly some research-related items.
    • Tip: Completing this quest might unlock further botanical quests or provide useful knowledge about the environment.

Thordal Ironvein

After helping Blink 1-N, your next task involves aiding Thordal Ironvein.

  • Location: Thordal is typically found in a mining area or near the outskirts of the village.
  • Quest: "Ironvein Wisdom"
  • Objective: This quest focuses on gathering materials, emphasizing resource collection and interaction with the environment.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Thordal Ironvein

    • Dialogue: Initiate a conversation with Thordal. He needs eggs collected from a specific area.
    • Tip: Thordal will provide details about where to find the eggs and any dangers you might face.
  2. Gather Eggs

    • Task: Head to the designated area to gather eggs. Look for nests or specific creatures that lay these eggs.
    • Objective: Collect the specified number of eggs. Use the right mouse button to interact and gather the eggs.
    • Tip: Be cautious of any hostile creatures guarding the nests. You may need to engage in combat to collect the eggs safely.
  3. Return to Thordal

    • Task: Once you have collected all the eggs, return to Thordal to complete the quest.
    • Objective: Deliver the eggs to Thordal. He will reward you with experience points and possibly some mining-related items or tools.
    • Tip: Gathering quests like this can often lead to discovering valuable resources or hidden areas, so explore thoroughly.

Percival "Percy" Beamish

After assisting Thordal, your next task involves helping Percival "Percy" Beamish.

  • Location: Percy is usually found near a marketplace or in an alchemist's workshop.
  • Quest: "Counterfeit Knowledge"
  • Objective: This quest introduces you to basic trading and item usage, focusing on purchasing and using specific items.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Percival "Percy" Beamish

    • Dialogue: Engage in conversation with Percy to understand his need for a mana vial.
    • Tip: Percy will provide details on where to purchase the mana vial and how to use it.
  2. Purchase a Mana Vial

    • Task: Head to the vendor or marketplace to purchase a mana vial. Use your map to locate the vendor.
    • Objective: Buy the specified mana vial from the vendor.
    • Tip: Ensure you have enough currency to make the purchase. Completing previous quests should have provided you with some gold.
  3. Use the Mana Vial

    • Task: Return to Percy and follow his instructions to use the mana vial.
    • Objective: Successfully use the mana vial to complete the quest.
    • Tip: Using items effectively is crucial in Corepunk. Practice using different items to understand their effects and benefits.
  4. Return to Percy

    • Task: Report back to Percy after using the mana vial.
    • Objective: Deliver the used vial and share your experience. Percy will reward you with experience points and possibly some alchemical items.
    • Tip: Trading and using items efficiently can provide significant advantages in combat and exploration.

Elara Brightfall

After assisting Percy, your next task involves helping Elara Brightfall.

  • Location: Elara is usually found near water bodies or in areas with high insect activity.
  • Quest: "Gnat a Problem"
  • Objective: This quest emphasizes combat skills and dealing with small, annoying enemies.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Speak to Elara Brightfall

    • Dialogue: Engage with Elara to receive her quest. She needs help dealing with a gnat infestation.
    • Tip: Elara will provide details about where the gnats are located and how to effectively deal with them.
  2. Deal with Gnats

    • Task: Head to the infested area and eliminate the gnats.
    • Objective: Defeat the specified number of gnats. Use your combat abilities to handle the swarm.
    • Tip: Small enemies like gnats can be numerous. Use area-of-effect (AoE) abilities to deal with them efficiently.
  3. Collect Gnat Remains

    • Task: After defeating the gnats, collect their remains as evidence of your success.
    • Objective: Gather the specified number of gnat remains.
    • Tip: Some gnats may drop special items. Collect anything valuable for potential use or trade.
  4. Return to Elara

    • Task: Report back to Elara with the gnat remains.
    • Objective: Deliver the remains and share your experience. Elara will reward you with experience points and possibly some insect-related items.
    • Tip: Combat quests like this help improve your fighting skills and prepare you for tougher battles ahead.

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