Dungeonborne: 6 Things You Should Not Buy From The Merchant

As an experienced adventurer who’s spent countless hours looting and crafting in this game, let me share some insights about our dear ol’ Merchant.

In the game Dungeonborne, it’s beneficial for players to get acquainted with numerous vendors they’ll encounter. These vendors offer essential services and supplies that will aid them in conquering the dungeon. One such vendor is The Merchant, who stands out as the sole character willing to trade Treasure (alongside other items) for Gold.

As an enthusiastic player, I’d like to share some insights about this game vendor. They periodically refresh a list of items up for grabs, which players can acquire at reasonable prices. However, it’s essential to be discerning because not all items are worth the investment. In fact, this vendor’s list also contains supplies that adventurers should steer clear of, as they offer little value in return.

6 Bolts

One Of The Most Common Lootables In The Dungeons

Dungeonborne: 6 Things You Should Not Buy From The Merchant

Cost: Relatively Low
Main Issues: Stocks of 15 are sold for 75, and cannot be sold back
Alternative Source: Loot from chests, enemies

Crossbow bolts are frequently discovered inside chests or on defeated enemies, making them a ubiquitous find for players when they break open crates. Moreover, whenever a player is hit by another player’s attack, the bolt lodges in their character, serving as an interesting detail that allows players to retrieve and reuse these bolts against their assailants.

If players find themselves in an unusual situation where they’ve run out of ammunition or have attempted extraction too many times, they can resort to buying a pack of arrows for 25 gold from the Merchant. However, it’s advisable to use this option sparingly as gold becomes increasingly valuable during late-game stages and players may require vast amounts of it. Keep in mind that the Rogue class heavily relies on their Crossbow, so it could be beneficial to carry out missions specifically for acquiring Bolts, followed by a safe extraction while minimizing unnecessary confrontations.

5 Consumables

Can Be Crafted By The Alchemist With Simple Reagents

Dungeonborne: 6 Things You Should Not Buy From The Merchant

Cost: Expensive
Main Issue: Price Per Unit Is Excessive
Alternative Source: Craft at Alchemist

Life and Mana Elixirs, along with Healing Bandages, can be crafted at the Alchemist using a common ingredient called Cloudy Life Essence, which is plentiful throughout the dungeon and relatively easy to gather. This being the case, it seems unnecessary to spend 500 Gold on each elixir unless absolutely necessary.

As a dedicated player, I recommend holding off on purchasing consumables unless absolutely necessary. For instance, if you’re experiencing a prolonged slump with poor run outcomes, leading to exhausting your available options multiple times, then it might be wise to consider buying more. However, if you can manage without them, I suggest utilizing the reagents that can be acquired through Daily Quests and Weekly/Seasonal Challenges instead.

4 Ascension Potions

Most Common Reward In The Season Pass/Weekly Missions

Cost: Extremely High
Main Issue: Players will use almost one or two per character
Alternative Source: Missions, Season Pass

As a seasoned player with years of gaming experience under my belt, I can confidently say that Ascension Potions are not essential items for any character. While they do offer a quick boost of 1500 Experience points upon successful use and can be obtained when a character reaches level 20 or by completing weekly/seasonal challenges, the high price tag of 20000 Gold makes them an unnecessary expense. In my opinion, the gold spent on these potions could be better utilized in purchasing other more beneficial items for character development and progression.

Players might find leveling up more straightforward if they invest in crafting and equipping Heirloom Items early on, as these items significantly increase experience gains. However, spending 20K gold on a one-time use item may seem unnecessary to many players, so it’s generally advisable to hold onto your gold until you reach levels beyond 20, where progress becomes more challenging.

3 Flasks

Another Resource Easy To Craft

Cost: Expensive
Main Issue: Price Per Unit Is Excessive
Alternative Source: Craft at Alchemist, loot from chests/enemies

Using flasks in the game can be incredibly beneficial if players learn how to utilize them properly. However, these useful items come at a cost of 500 Gold each from the Merchant. Luckily, there is a way to acquire more without spending money. Similar to Potions and Bandages, players can craft Flasks using Yarrow Blossom, a reagent that can be easily found during their gaming journey.

Yarrow Blossoms are primarily found by picking them from Goblins, Goblin Shamans, or looting chests, and these sources are generally safe for all explorers. Therefore, visit the Alchemist to create the necessary flasks. The Alchemist can craft most of them, so there’s no need to buy them from the Merchant, except for the Flask of Shielding which you should still purchase from him.

2 Specialized Equipment

Highly Overpriced, Better To Invest In Heirloom Items

Cost: Extremely High
Main Issue: Stats are subpar compared to crafted Heirlooms
Alternative Source: Buy from Trade, Craft Heirloom

Every six hours, these specialized items undergo rotation, boasting a variety of impressive features and a premium cost. The price range can vary significantly, falling anywhere between 10,000 gold and 60,000 gold or even higher. While they may seem enticing due to their potential benefits for all characters, a closer examination reveals that these items are completely randomized. More frequently than not, the stats they provide are less favorable compared to those available in the Player’s Trade for a lower price and with randomized features as well.

To summarize, it’s wiser to focus on enhancing Heirlooms and prioritize Enchantments for obtaining specialized equipment at affordable prices. Moreover, players have the opportunity to utilize 3 Mithril Tokens (valued at 3000 Gold) to craft Legendary (Yellow) Equipment, allowing them to customize the best possible affixes according to their preferences.

1 Materials

Unnecessarily High Spending, When Players Can Get More By Purchasing Random Items Or Looting

Cost: Relatively High
Main Issue: Costly way to obtain materials
Alternative Source: Disassemble Items

To create superior resources, gamers require ample amounts of specific materials: Rough White Iron (white), Illmenite Ore (green), Refined Steel Ore (blue), and Star Fragments (purple). Breaking down equipment of these colors will net you 15 of each material, while the cost of buying them ranges from 100 gold to an expensive 27’00 gold. While it’s accurate that players need a significant amount of these materials to maximize their Heirlooms, it doesn’t follow that they should squander their earnings.

In simpler terms, it’s more beneficial for players to spend their money on random items from the Player’s Trade, break them down, than buying materials directly from the Merchant, unless those materials can be found and extracted in the dungeon. If that’s not an option, it’s wiser to save your gold for future uses.

2024-08-12 15:54