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Remnant 2is all about exploration and uncovering secrets, which is a unique experience for each one due to its random generation mechanics. Among these discoveries are Archetypes. While some of them are more challenging to unlock, others are relatively simple and straightforward. The Hunter is another Archetype that is easy to unlock.
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You can unlock it easily right after reaching Ward 13, which serves as the central hub of the game. Although you have the option to choose the Hunter as your starting class, you might prefer to gain access to this Archetype later on.
How To Unlock The Hunter Archetype In Remnant 2
Similar to the Medic, you’re able to unlockthe Hunterearly in the game bypurchasing the specific crafting material for it in Ward 13.
If you remember,Brabusis a character returningfrom Remnant from the Ashes. He is nowan ally and vendorin Remnant 2.When you meet him for the first time, he willgive you equipment based on the starting Archetypeyou chose from Wallace.
At Brabus’s shop, you’ll find avariety of weaponsavailable for purchase. These can be helpful during the first few hours of the game. However, the most important item he sells is the crafting material for the Hunter Archetype: aRusty Medalcosting1,500 scrap.
Get it and return toWallace. You’ll now have the option to use it, along with1,000 scrapand10 Lumenite Crystal, to craft theSniper War Medal Engram.
After you craft the Engram,equip it to unlock and gain access to the Hunter Archetype.
Hunter Archetype Playstyle And Equipment
The Hunter Archetype specializes inlong-range combat. It excels inprecision-based gunplay, where itmarks enemies' weak points anddeals significant damage. As you upgrade the Hunter, it gainsstealth capabilitiesthat allow you tosilently approach enemiesfor quick and efficient eliminations, or just tosneak past them.
This Archetype is perfect for those whoenjoy tactically taking down foes from a secure distanceand prefer gameplay focused on gunplay.
Hunter Archetype Equipment
If you chose The Hunter Archetype as your starting class, you’llstart the game equipped with the following gear:
Description
Huntmaster M1
An accurate single-shot long gun, ideal for long-range encounters thanks to its scope.
Repeater Pistol
A reliable semi-automatic pistol, ideal for mid-range encounters thanks to its accuracy.
Steel Sword
A versatile melee weapon, offers moderate damage and is reliable in various combat encounters.
Nightstalker Shroud
Part of the Nightstalker armor set: a medium armor offering a balance between protection and agility, excels in Blight resistance.
Nightstalker Gloves
Hunter Archetype Skills
Every Archetype comes with aPrime Perk,a special Trait, and astarting Skill. Adding to that, you receivetwo additional Skillsatlevel 5andlevel 10, while theTrait can be fully upgraded at level 10.
The table below presents a summary of all the essential skills of the Hunter Archetype:
Prime Perk
Dead to Rights
Extend the duration of active Hunter Skills by 2.5 when dealing 65 base Ranged Weakspot Damage.
Starting skill
Hunter’s Mark
Mark all enemies within 35 meters
While in this state, 15 increased Ranged and Melee Damage for 25 seconds
Skill at level 5
Hunter’s Focus
Entering a Focused State when aiming down sight without shooting for one second
Focused State: 75 percent reduction to weapon Spread, Recoil, and Sway. Additional 25 percent Ranged and Ranged Weakspot damage and 10 percent Ranged Critical Chance
Skill at level 10
Hunter’s Shroud
Become Shrouded: Reduce enemy awareness and make it difficult to hit while moving. Shooting or using any Mod or Skill will immediately exist Shroud
Exiting Shroud: Mark all enemies within 10 meters and apply Ambush effect for 2 seconds
Ambush: 50 percent increase Ranged and Melee damage while also applying Mark on targeted enemies
4 percent Ranger Damage
Team Perk
Return to Sender
25 percent Ammo drop when kills due to Weakspot and Critical Hits
15 percent Reload Speed after a kill for 3 seconds
Relic Perk
Intuition
Extend the duration of any active Hunter Skill when using a Relic charge for 5 seconds
