In the realm of Soulslike games, a unique currency often serves as an incentive for players to take on a variety of challenges, allowing them to level up and grow stronger. In The First Berserker: Khazan, this currency is called Lacrima. As with most games in this genre, you can find yourself doing a bit of light grinding by repeatedly clearing certain areas, collecting ample currency along the way to level up multiple times in one go. However, The First Berserker: Khazan takes a slightly different approach. The game actively encourages you to face a particular type of enemy encounter because of the rewarding goodies they drop: the Revenants of Adversity.
These Revenants of Adversity are spirits that Khazan can conjure through Crimson Netherworld Rifts. You first meet one in the Forgotten Temple, and conquering them is crucial for acquiring Lacrima of Circulation. This currency is essential for summoning Spirits of Advocacy during boss fights and enhancing their combat effectiveness. But the benefits of taking down these Revenants are multifaceted. Not only do players gain valuable Lacrima of Circulation, but they also receive impressive gear and a great deal of Lacrima, which only sweetens the deal as Khazan’s journey unfolds.
Once you’ve encountered your first Revenant of Adversity before the Viper boss battle in the Forgotten Temple, you’ll notice these Crimson Netherworld Rifts popping up just about everywhere. As you progress to the main mission set in Phraugh Village, these rifts appear abundantly. You’ll find them near significant spots like Blade Nexus checkpoints, making them prime locations for some solid grinding. These areas morph into top-notch grinding spots for early and mid-game players.
In The First Berserker: Khazan, it’s not unusual to stumble upon six or even seven Crimson Netherworld Rifts in a single room. This design seems to encourage players to tackle these encounters together. The rewards from these encounters pile up quickly, leaving you with an abundance of both Lacrima and cutting-edge equipment. It emphasizes the importance of these Revenant battles in the overall progression.
Taking the time to clear every Crimson Netherworld Rift you come across can transform a routine grind into a productive spree, where you could end up with 30 to 40,000 Lacrima in a short time. Spending about 30 minutes clearing Revenants of Adversity—as well as other baddies that respawn—repeatedly after resting at a Blade Nexus can amass considerable amounts of Lacrima, gear, and the all-important Lacrima of Circulation needed for summoning during boss fights. Even if you’re only after more Lacrima of Circulation, rest assured the loot you gather in the process makes the effort worthwhile.
By strategically placing these grinding opportunities where players can easily access them, The First Berserker: Khazan cleverly hints at the chance to beef up Khazan and his allies if you find yourself stuck. It’s a refreshing take from the traditional search for the best grinding spots in Soulslikes. Investing time in these skirmishes can lighten your gameplay experience and open up new avenues of enjoyment.
