New Items
Runes
Runes are new interactables found within Rune Chests. Runes function as combination keys at the Crypt Altar.
Runic Keys
Runic Keys are block like items with glowing runes etched into them that can occasionally be found during Dungeon Raids.
These Keys are used on Rune Chests to unlock Them.
When present there will always be four Runic Keys in a Dungeon Raid.
Rune Chests
Rune Chests are a special chests that can occasionally spawn in Dungeon Raids.
Rune Chests will always require 4 Runic Keys to open and will require them be placed in a specific order.
Runic Compass
The Runic Compass is a compass that always spawns next to Rune Chests being that one is present.
The Runic Compass will point towards the nearest Runic Key being there is one nearby to point to.
Crypt Altar
The Crypt Altar can be found in front of the Skull Door at the Outpost. The Crypt Altar functions as an access node for inputting Rune combinations to access Tomb Extraction missions.
Up to seven Runes can be used when creating a combination.
The Crypt Altar also require Crypts Gems in order to function.
Shield Potions
Shield Potions function as consumable potions that spawn a player owned Uber Mage Shield at area of impact. Shields only last for a few seconds before dissipating.
Crypt Gems
Crypt Gems function as keys to access the new Tomb Extraction game mode.
Crypt Gems can be obtained at the cosmetic vendor Ivy or by looting a Rune Chest found in Dungeon Raid. Crypt Gems are used at the Crypt Altar found near the Skull Door at the Outpost.
Spectral Weapons
Spectral Weapons are found within the Crypts and carry a unique perk “Spectral”.
Spectral takes the place of both a perk slot and elemental modifier. Spectral weapons have a small chance to deal damage a second time when striking.
Auric Weapons
Auric weapons are found withing the Crypts and carry a unique perk “Auric”.
Auric takes the place of both a perk and elemental modifier. Auric weapons have a chance to cause undead mobs to drop gold on death.
Lute
The Lute is a new item added to the Outpost that players can obtain and play.
The Lute can be found nearby the fireplace in a corner by the mead barrels.
The Lute can be played by initially picking up with grip and then let go.
Trigger / grip / x / y / thumbstick press, will all play different notes and can be combined to play an even wider range. The Lute can be placed into the players inventory. Only one lute will spawn per game session.
Staff of Radiance
The Staff of Radiance can only be obtained inside of Crypts. The staff functions as a portable light source for the players. The light from the staff can be shot, controlled and detonated bu first pulling trigger and then pointing the staff to direct it. To detonate pull “trigger” again. The staff also functions as a knock back bases weapon via light detonation.
Dominion Staff
The Dominion Staff can only be obtained in Crypts. The staff can be used on a single skeleton to convert them to an ally who will fight for the players team. Only once skeleton can be charmed at a time. The staff does not need power gems and will acquire a new gem once any charmed skeletons have perished.
Runic Hammer
The Runic Hammer can only be obtained in Crypts. The Power Hammer functions as a duel purpose weapon used to knockback and damage enemies and charmed within the Crypts. It is also used to brake open Sarcophagi in order for the players to obtain loot and rings.
Glimmer Bow
The Glimmer Bow can only be obtained in Crypts. The Bright Bow functions as a portable light source. When the bow is in hand the player will be able to draw Bright Arrows from their shoulder. Bright Arrows can be used to light Crystal Sconces and other light sources. Enemies shot with Bright Arrows will be violently flung away from the point of impact.
Phantom Blades
Phantom Blades can only be obtained in Crypts. Phantom Blades are daggers that be be found scattered through out the Crypt and are the only hip weapon currently present. Phantom Blades can be thrown to cause slowing on enemies. Phantom Blades can also be used in melee against skeletons to deal damage.
Phantom Blades can be used to instantly kill the Sieve consuming the daggers in the process.