Derelict Guides

New to Derelict or stuck on a boss? Our in-depth guides cover every stage from your first spawn in Desolate Valley to endgame Solar and Aureatus builds.

Beginner

Start here if you just loaded into Derelict for the first time. Our Beginner Guide walks you through character creation, Gideon's tutorial quests, getting your first Bronze Sword, and surviving the early grind.

Key milestones: Complete Gideon quests �?Get Bronze Sword �?Farm Pale Leather �?Reach Mining 15 and Crafting 12.

Mining & Crafting

The crafting system is core to progression. Our Mining & Crafting Guide explains the optimal grind path to Iron gear, where to find Iron Ore at Feeding Ground, and how to profit from Bronze bar crafting.

Combat

Derelict's combat demands precision. Learn dodge i-frames, parry timing, posture breaking, and Insight leveling in our Combat Guide.

Bosses

Every boss location, recommended gear, and strategy in our Boss Guide. Covers Avarus Captain, Giant Crab, Asher Storm of Vengeance, and more.

Spells & Builds

Optimize your build with the right weapons, spells, and accessories. Our Spells & Builds Guide covers Solar/Lunar tomes, Cerise/Aureatus paths, and the Lionheart Ring.