When it comes to survival crafting games, Stunlock Studios' V Rising firmly establishes itself as a leader in the genre. During its Early Access phase, the game has already attracted millions of players, and with the recent release of version 1.0, the player base continues to grow rapidly. This is unsurprising, given V Rising's unique blend of survival and construction mechanics set in a dark vampire world.
Core Mechanics of V Rising
To succeed in V Rising, players need to master a variety of game mechanics, such as gathering materials, building their own castle, improving their abilities, and much more. One of the key new features is the addition of Stygian Shards, a crucial resource for advancing and enhancing your character.
What Are Stygian Shards?
Stygian Shards are a unique and valuable resource that emerged in the world of V Rising due to Dracula's influence. They are essential for completing various tasks and obtaining powerful upgrades, especially for players who have reached the endgame stages.
Where to Find Stygian Shards?
The only way to obtain Stygian Shards is by participating in Rift Incursions, which occur exclusively in the Ruins of Mortium. To activate them, players need the Eye of Mortium, after which these world events will start appearing on the map.
There are two types of Rift Incursions:
- Basic Incursions — designed for players level 57 and above, rewarding standard Stygian Shards.
- Advanced Incursions — available to players level 80 and above, offering Greater Stygian Shards as rewards.
During an incursion, players must battle waves of enemies and close the rifts summoned by vampire cultists. This needs to be done three times, each time facing increasingly powerful enemies, including enhanced V Blood bosses. Each closed rift drops Stygian Shards for players to collect.
Using Stygian Shards
Once players have collected Stygian Shards, they can be used for various purposes:
- Trading with Vampire Merchants — In the Ruins of Mortium, there are two merchants, one dealing in standard Stygian Shards and the other in Greater Stygian Shards. These can be exchanged for shards of ancient weapons, significantly enhancing your character.
- Altar of Stygian Awakening — This altar can be built at your base. It allows players to purchase various passive buffs using Stygian Shards. Each type of magic has new abilities to consider, providing more customization options for your vampire.
- Stygian Summoning Circle — This circle allows players to summon specific enemies using Stygian Shards and other ingredients. Defeating these enemies yields valuable resources.
Conclusion
The introduction of Stygian Shards in V Rising has significantly expanded the game's possibilities, providing players with new strategies and ways to enhance their characters. This unique resource opens new horizons and allows players to reach new heights in the vampire world. Stygian Shards have become a crucial element of the gameplay, offering additional challenges and rewards for those willing to participate in Rift Incursions and battle powerful foes.
V Rising continues to be one of the leading projects in the survival crafting genre, offering players a deep and engaging experience that will keep them captivated for a long time.
