InRemnant 2, Archetypes serve as classes that shape your character and provide distinct playstyles. Each Archetype is diverse and unique, contributing to the game’s variety. While you initially choose from four starting Archetypes, there are more to discover and unlock as you progress through the game.
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The Summoner Archetype is a great example of this diversity since it offers an exciting gameplay option. However, like the Engineer, unlocking and using the Summoner Archetype requires completing a series of tasks.
How To Unlock The Summoner Archetype In Remnant 2
First, progress enough through the main campaign to haveYaesha, as all the necessary tasks must be completed in that world.
Once you are there, check if theBlood Moon Eventis happening. This can easily be recognized bythe crimson effect on the moon and its surroundings.
To trigger the Blood Moon Event, you can either fast-travel back and forth orkill the Doewhen the Ravager asks you to do so—no need to reroll the campaign.
Before you may find theBloodmoon Altarand unlock theSummoner Archetype, watch for Root Wisps in your surroundings. These non-hostile enemies are easily recognizable by theirfloating presence and purple glow. Shoot and loot the few you will encounter tocollect the 15 Blood Moon Essence you needbefore proceeding to the Bloodmoon Altar.
Tofarm Blood Moon Essence, you’re able to change locations back and forth, causing the Root Wisps to respawn.
TheBloodmoon Altaracts like a vendor where you cancraft items using Blood Moon Essenceand other materials. Among the options it provides is the Faded Grimoire, which isneeded to unlock the Summoner Archetype.
As the gamegenerates locations randomly, the specific location of the Bloodmoon Altarwill vary for everyone. To help you locate it, look fora blue icon on your mini-map.
Now that you have located the Bloodmoon Altar, it’s time to craft the Faded Grimoire using15 Bloodmoon Essence,5 Lumenite Crystals,and1500 Scrap.
The final step is to visitWallace in Ward 13. Interact with him to craft theTome of the Bringer. After successfully crafting the Tome of the Bringer, equip theEngram. This will unlock the Summoner Archetype, allowing you to use it in the game.
Summoner Archetype Overview
The Summoner Archetypeis a special Archetype in Remnant 2 that offers a playstyle centered around Root Minions.Summoning Root Minionsoffers bothoffensive and defensive supportduring your challenging adventures. These minions serve todeal damageanddistract enemiesfrom you, providing a distinct and unique playstyle not found in other classes.
Summoner Archetype Equipment
If you chose The Summoner Archetype as your starting class, you’ll begin the game equipped with the following gear:
Description
Crossbow
An accurate and deadly single-shot weapon, ideal for precise medium-range engagements.
MP60-R
An efficient handgun good for close-range combat, featuring a compact size and a rapid rate of fire.
Rebellion Spear
A high-damage weapon excelling in ranged combat, best for direct damage and effectiveness in one-on-one encounters.
Knotted Helm
Part of the Knotted armor set, they are built for durability, resilience, and Toxin resistance.
Knotted Gloves
Summoner Archetype Skills
Each Archetype includes a uniquePrime Perk,a specific Trait, and a startingSkill. 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 Summoner Archetype:
Prime Perk
Ruthless
Grants 30 percent increase in Damage, Attack Speed, and Movement Speed for 20 seconds after attacking Minions.
Starting skill
Minion: Hollow
Press skill button: Costs 15 percent of Max HP to summon a Root Hollow. Maximum two Hollow.
Hold skill button: Sacrifice a Root Hollow to explode and deal 150 damage within 5 meters.
Skill at level 5
Minion: Flyer
Press skill button: Costs 10 percent of Max HP to summon a Root Flyer. Maximum two Flyer.
Hold skill button: Sacrifice Root Flyer to explore and deal 50 damage within 3 meters. Spawn additional three homing projectiles to explode on contact and deal 150 damage per each.
Skill at level 10
Minion: Reaver
Press skill button: Costs 35 percent of Max HP to summon a Root Reaver. Maximum one Reaver.
Hold skill button: Sacrifice a Root Reaver to explode and deal 200 damage within 6 meters. Spawn additional Spore Bombs explode on contact and deal 200 damage per each.
Damage Perk
Dominator
While a Minion is summoned, 3.5 percent increased Mod and Skill Damage.
When sacrificing a Minion, 3 percent increased Ranged and Melee Damage for 30 seconds.
Team Perk
Residue
Expired Minions leave a healing aura that generates 2.5 Health per second for 10 seconds.
Utility Perk
Outrage
For each sacrificed Minion, gain 3 percent Lifesteal for 10 seconds.
Relic Perk
Incite
When using a Relic Charge, grant 5 percent Max HP and 15 percent Damage increase for Minions.
