The Premier Berserker Conceals a Prime Grinding Spot in Plain View

In the world of Soulslike games, one crucial aspect that keeps players engaged is the in-game currency they earn from defeating adversaries, which they can then use to level up their characters. In “The First Berserker: Khazan,” the currency at the heart of the game’s economy is known as Lacrima. As players navigate through the game, they’ll find themselves running loops in specific areas, battling foes to amass large amounts of this valuable resource, which in turn allows for significant leveling up. Interestingly, Khazan subtly nudges players towards targeting particular enemy encounters by offering rewards that are simply too enticing: the Revenants of Adversity.

These Revenants of Adversity are spectral foes that Khazan can call forth via the Crimson Netherworld Rifts, initially encountered in the enigmatic Forgotten Temple. Defeating these spectral adversaries is more than just an exercise in combat prowess; it’s crucial for acquiring Lacrima of Circulation. This particular form of Lacrima is pivotal for summoning Spirits of Advocacy during intense boss battles and is vital for enhancing their combat effectiveness. However, the rewards for vanquishing these Revenants don’t stop there. Players can also earn top-tier equipment and significant amounts of Lacrima with each victory, with encounters occurring more frequently as they progress through Khazan’s storyline.

When players first face off against a Revenant of Adversity at the Forgotten Temple, just before taking on the boss Viper, a world of opportunity opens. The Crimson Netherworld Rifts, which allow players to summon these formidable foes, start appearing more frequently. This is especially true in the next major chapter, as players traverse the expansive Phraugh Village. Here, several key areas near Blade Nexus checkpoints become hotspots for grinding. These zones quickly become some of the most lucrative locations for early to mid-game grinding.

In these environments, it’s common to stumble upon six or seven Crimson Netherworld Rifts in a single room, almost as if the game is gently suggesting that players should tackle these Revenants of Adversity in bulk. Each battle not only accumulates vast amounts of Lacrima but also leaves players with an impressive haul of new gear. This underlines the critical role of these encounters in Khazan’s progression system.

Taking the time to engage with every Crimson Netherworld Rift across an area transforms an ordinary grind into a bountiful harvest of 30,000 to 40,000 Lacrima per session. Spending about 30 minutes clearing out the Revenants of Adversity, alongside the habitual foes that crop up, then resting at a Blade Nexus to rinse and repeat, can rapidly bolster a player’s reserves of Lacrima, equipment, and the crucial Lacrima of Circulation. Even for those solely hunting for more Lacrima of Circulation, the farming sessions yield an abundance of gear and standard Lacrima, ensuring the time spent is well-invested.

Khazan deliberately places these prime grinding locations right in the player’s path, a thoughtful gesture by Neople. This seems to hint that, if players find themselves struggling with a specific area or an overwhelming boss, there’s always a chance to strengthen Khazan and his spiritual allies. It’s a refreshing departure from the usual need to search high and low for optimal grinding spots in Soulslikes. By investing time in these encounters, players not only progress further but enhance their overall enjoyment of the journey.