Hunting
Allophyl
Most colonists start out hunting on Calypso. Hunting creatures is a great source of valuable natural resources like oils, skins, bones and more. These resources are sought after by manufacturers and some of the rarest can command high prices. Trade Terminals While in Aim Mode, right click and choose Operate from the interaction menu to access the terminal.
A large variety of ranged and melee weapons are available. Basic weapons and ammunition can be bought from the Trade Terminals
Located in all major towns and outposts
Trade Terminals contain all the basic equipment needed to get started on Calypso. You can also sell almost any item back to the Trade Terminal for it's current Trade Terminal value. The current Trade Terminal value of any item can be found in it's Item Info Panel.
More advanced weapons and equipment can be bought from the auction, shops or directly from other colonists. An Auctioneer NPC can be found in the mobile service centers that are found in all major settlements. Right click the Auctioneer NPC and choose Operate from the interaction menu to access and browse the different categories in the auction.
To become a truely professional hunter on Calypso you will need to learn a lot about your equipment and your prey. The range of weapons, armors, modifiers and creatures is vast, and you will need patience, knowledge and skill to become the best. Use the resources available through the Community section to begin learning from what other colonist have found out.
Weapons
Basic ranged and melee weapons can be bought from the Trade Terminals Trade Terminals While in Aim Mode, right click and choose Operate from the interaction menu to access the terminal. Inventory Your Inventory is used to store the different items you need to use during your adventures on Calypso. Your items are automatically sorted into compartments like clothing, armor, weapons etc., which can be viewed by clicking the compartment tabs on the right. Item Info Panel
Located in all major towns and outposts
Trade Terminals contain all the basic equipment needed to get started on Calypso. You can also sell almost any item back to the Trade Terminal for it's current Trade Terminal value. The current Trade Terminal value of any item can be found in it's Item Info Panel.
Default Key: I
The icons in the lower right area can be used to organize your Inventory, display only equipped items, view your avatar or place your avatar in camera focus.
The current weight of your Inventory and your PED account balance are also displayed for convenience. Dont forget that the weight of your Inventory will determine how quickly your avatar can move - something to bear in mind when exploring mutant settlements or dark woods - because there will be times when you want to get moving quickly.
In Aim Mode, right click any object and choose Item Info
The Item Info panel is available for all items on planet Calypso. It displays all relevant information about an item including its condition, operating parameters, potential skill bonuses and more.
It also provides access to an object's historial market value. Hover the cursor over icons to receive further information.
To equip a weapon, right click the weapon in your inventory and choose Equip from the interaction menu. To use a weapon once equipped, press the left mouse button.
Reloading is performed automatically. However, different weapons require different reload times. The reload process is indicated by the small blue Reload Bar Reload Bar
Located in the lower center area of your on screen HUD
The blue Reload Bar displays the reload time for your weapon/tool. The current ammunition level is also displayed.
Weapon Accessories
Weapon accessories include amplifiers, telescopic scopes and laser sights. Weapon accessories can be bought from the auction, shops or through direct trade with other colonists. In your Inventory Inventory Your Inventory is used to store the different items you need to use during your adventures on Calypso. Your items are automatically sorted into compartments like clothing, armor, weapons etc., which can be viewed by clicking the compartment tabs on the right.
Default Key: I
The icons in the lower right area can be used to organize your Inventory, display only equipped items, view your avatar or place your avatar in camera focus.
The current weight of your Inventory and your PED account balance are also displayed for convenience. Dont forget that the weight of your Inventory will determine how quickly your avatar can move - something to bear in mind when exploring mutant settlements or dark woods - because there will be times when you want to get moving quickly.
To seperate an attachment, right click the weapon and choose 'Detach Attachments' from the interaction menu. The attachment will be seperated from the weapon.
Pixie Armor Set
Armor
Armor pieces will help to protect you from the attacks of wild animals. Basic armor can be purchased from the Trade Terminals Trade Terminals While in Aim Mode, right click and choose Operate from the interaction menu to access the terminal.
Located in all major towns and outposts
Trade Terminals contain all the basic equipment needed to get started on Calypso. You can also sell almost any item back to the Trade Terminal for it's current Trade Terminal value. The current Trade Terminal value of any item can be found in it's Item Info Panel.
Your armor will decay as it absorbs different damage attacks like heat, cold, electric and others. As it decays, its protection effect will decrease, so it's important to keep your armor in good condition by repairing it at the Repair Terminals Repair Teminal To access the terminal, right click and choose Operate from the interaction menu. Item Info Panel
Located in all major towns and outposts
Repair Terminals allow you to repair any repairable items you have, and thereby restore their efficiency and effectiveness.
The Repair Terminal will also allow you to choose how much you wish to repair an item.
In Aim Mode, right click any object and choose Item Info
The Item Info panel displays all relevant information about an object including its condition, operating parameters, potential skill bonuses and much more.
It also displays an objects historial market value. Hover the cursor over icons and information to receive further information.
To become a truely skilled hunter you will need to learn the different damage types inflicted by creatures and match your armor and weaponry accordingly. Use the Community section of this website to research your prey and the find the best equipment match.
A range of special armor plating is also available which can help you modify the protection characterisitics of your armor.
Medical Kit
First Aid
Being able to administer first aid to yourself while hunting in the wilderness is extremely important. Again, basic medical equipment is available from the Trade Terminals Trade Terminals While in Aim Mode, right click and choose Operate from the interaction menu to access the terminal.
Located in all major towns and outposts
Trade Terminals contain all the basic equipment needed to get started on Calypso. You can also sell almost any item back to the Trade Terminal for it's current Trade Terminal value. The current Trade Terminal value of any item can be found in it's Item Info Panel.
Your Health Bar Health Bar
Located in the lower right area of your screen
The Health Bar displays your avatar name and current health status. Equip and operate medical kits to replenish your health.
In order to tackle some of the most dangerous creatures, colonists form hunting teams.
To begin setting up a team click the Team Icon Team Icon Action Library Team Settings Panel
Available from System category in Action Library
Press the Team icon to create a team.
Default Key: Y
The Action Library is an easily accessible collection of all available actions your avatar can perform.
Use the colored book marks at the bottom to access the different action categories, and the left and right arows to browse category pages.
Simply click an icon in the Action Library to initiate the action.
Click the team icon in the System category of the Action Library
The Team Settings Panel allows you to name your team, and set the team looting rule.
Once your team has been set up, just right click on any other avatar and select Avatar -> Team Invite from the interaction menu. When the team leader quits the team, the team is automatically disbanded.
Team Looting Rules
When a team leader creates a team, a set of team loot rules are chosen that determine how team loot is distributed between the team members. The various loot distribution rules are:
- Damage: Item Share - Loot items are distributed amongst team members based on the relative damage inflicted by each team member.
- Damage: Stack Share - Loot items are distributed amongst team members based on the relative damage inflicted by each team member.Stackable items will be split.
- Damage Decides Order - The team member who inflicts the most damage receives the highest valued loot item. The member who inflicts the second highest damage receives the second highest valued item etc.
- Looter Takes All - The team member that loots a dead creature always receives all items found. When looting another participant, the loot is given to the team member that inflicted the most damage.
- Most Damage Wins All - The team member who inflicts the most damage receives all the loot items present.
- Queue - The fist found item is given to team member number one, the next item to member two etc.
- Casual - Any item present in a loot is casually distributed to any team member.
looted resources
Once you've successfully hunted your prey, you will want to find out if there are any useful resources that you can loot from it.
To loot a creature, right click the dead creature and choose 'Loot' from the interaction menu. When loot has been found, a loot window will appear with the resources. Simply click the 'Close' button on the loot window and the resources will be automatically transfered to your Inventory Inventory Your Inventory is used to store the different items you need to use during your adventures on Calypso. Your items are automatically sorted into compartments like clothing, armor, weapons etc., which can be viewed by clicking the compartment tabs on the right.
Default Key: I
The icons in the lower right area can be used to organize your Inventory, display only equipped items, view your avatar or place your avatar in camera focus.
The current weight of your Inventory and your PED account balance are also displayed for convenience. Dont forget that the weight of your Inventory will determine how quickly your avatar can move - something to bear in mind when exploring mutant settlements or dark woods - because there will be times when you want to get moving quickly.
Right click any item in the loot window and choose Item Info Item Info Panel
In Aim Mode, right click any object and choose Item Info
The Item Info panel is available for all items on planet Calypso. It displays all relevant information about an item including its condition, operating parameters, potential skill bonuses and more.
It also provides access to an object's historial market value. Hover the cursor over icons to receive further information.
