Guide for Beginners in V Rising: 5 Helpful Pointers to Begin

V Rising initially lacked significant anticipation prior to its 2022 release, yet swiftly emerged as one of the standout successes of the year on PC. Melding survival, action RPG elements, and enveloping them within a dark vampire narrative, it has crafted an immersive and captivating experience bound to consume countless hours of your time. Upon shaping your own distinct vampire avatar, you are promptly thrust into a hostile world where survival is paramount, as foes abound with a fervent desire for your demise. The array of combat options at your disposal is extensive, but managing such diversity, alongside multiple progression systems, would challenge even the most immortal of creatures of the night.

 

Keeping track of your vampire’s attributes, skills, equipment, and other RPG components is just the beginning; constructing, upgrading, and advancing research within your own castle adds another layer of complexity, offering access to new resources. Furthermore, the multiplayer aspects add yet another dimension to the gameplay. V Rising serves as a testament to the formidable nature of conquering the realm of Vardoran. Should you aspire to ascend as the ultimate nocturnal predator, here are invaluable tips and strategies to kickstart your journey in V Rising.

Choose your game mode carefully

Before embarking on your journey as a fledgling vampire, you must first select one of the four distinct game modes offered by V Rising. While these modes do not alter the fundamental mechanics of the core game, they significantly shape your gameplay experience based on your choice. Let’s delve into each mode:

·       PvE (Player vs. Environment) is the recommended starting point for newcomers. Although V Rising emphasizes multiplayer, this mode caters to those seeking a solitary adventure. It also permits up to three additional players to join your realm without the risk of PvP encounters, essentially serving as the standard single-player or cooperative mode.

·       PvP (Player vs. Player) immerses you in a server where fellow vampires can potentially engage in combat with you and target your base. Within this shared world, all players vie for dominance, and a leading player can swiftly overpower under-equipped adversaries. In the event of your demise, your attacker can loot your inventory, yet your equipment and tools remain intact.

·       Full Loot PvP represents the hardcore iteration of PvP, advisable for those who have mastered V Rising’s mechanics. Mirroring the basic PvP rules, this mode elevates the stakes by causing you to forfeit all possessions accumulated thus far upon death, presenting a perilous yet rewarding challenge.

·       PvP Duo serves as a middle ground between standard PvP and Full Loot PvP. In this mode, you are paired with a dedicated ally to confront another duo of vampires. It offers an opportunity to test your collaborative skills against more formidable adversaries after acclimating to cooperative gameplay in PvE.

Each mode in V Rising offers a distinct flavor of gameplay, catering to various preferences and skill levels. Choose wisely, as your selection will significantly influence your vampiric odyssey.

Focus on the Journal Quests first

Journal Quests serve as the introductory missions in V Rising, akin to tutorial tasks. While technically optional, disregarding them would severely impede your advancement. Prioritize completing these quests before venturing off independently, as they not only familiarize you with essential mechanics but also unlock pivotal abilities.

 

It’s imperative to recognize that some Journal Quests deliberately restrict your progression and access to vital mechanics until they are fulfilled. Therefore, it’s prudent to complete them diligently before exploring alternative pursuits. By adhering to this approach, you ensure a comprehensive understanding of the game’s fundamentals and gain access to crucial features essential for your success.

Blood, steel, and magic

As a vampire, you need blood to survive. Of course, not many creatures out there are going to simply give you their blood without putting up a fight. Blood, combat, and your vampiric abilities are all very in-depth mechanics that, while tutorialized, are still a little odd to wrap your head around.

Blood types

o, we’re not talking about A, B, or O here. In V Rising, different things you suck blood from all have a different type and quality that determine what buff you get from that blood. While you won’t always have a choice in the matter if you’re running low, which can eventually lead to your death, you should always look to get the best, highest-quality blood there is. You can only have one blood type buff active at once, and sucking a different blood type will replace whatever one you currently have, although you do get every tier of that blood type’s buffs at and below the quality level you get it at, maxing out at 5. Here are all the different types and the buffs they give you.

• Creature:
  • Level 1 quality gives you between a 3% and 15% movement speed increase
  • Level 2 gives you a 10-25 increase to your Sun Resistance rating
  • Level 3 is a flat 10-20% damage reduction buff
  • Level 4 gives you 150% boost to your health regeneration
  • Level 5 increases all previous bonuses by 30%
• Brute
  • Level 1 makes your main attack get between 7.5-12.5% Life Leech
  • Level 2 increases your primary attack speed by 7.5-12.5%, plus increases your Gear Level by 1
  • Level 3 buffs any healing you receive by 20-30% and heals you for 4% of an enemy’s total health when you land a killing blow
  • Level 4 gives you a 6% chance per relative health recovered to get a movement speed buff of 20% and 25% damage increase on your main attack
  • Level 5 increases all previous bonuses by 30%
• Rogue
  • Level 1 buffs your crit chance by 10-20% with Weapon Attacks
  • Level 2 is a straight up 8-15% increase to movement speed
  • Level 3 makes your Travel skills have a 12-25% faster cooldown and 100% chance to land a crit on the attack immediately following a Travel Skill
  • Level 4 makes every crit have a 50% chance of exposing the enemy’s armor, which increases all damage they receive by 15% for 4 seconds.
  • Level 5 increases all previous bonuses by 30%
• Warrior
  • Level 1 buffs your Physical Power by 10-20%
  • Level 2 reduces your Weapon Skill cooldown by 8-15%
  • Level 3 reduces the damage you take by 7.5-15% and increases damage dealt by 25% if you have full health
  • Level 4 gives you a 15% chance to automatically parry any attack, which reduces damage taken by 50%, as well as buffs your own damage by 25%
  • Level 5 increases all previous bonuses by 30%
• Worker
  • Level 1 increases the amount of resources you get by 10-30%
  • Level 2 makes you deal 15-25% more damage against Resource Objects
  • Level 3 increases your speed while on horseback by 10-20%
  • Level 4 gives you a 3% chance to instantly break a resource node and gain a speed boost
  • Level 5 increases all previous bonuses by 30%
• Scholar
  • Level 1 buffs your spell power by 12-25%
  • Level 2 reduces your spell cooldown by 8-15%
  • Level 3 gives your spells 5-10% Life Leech
  • Level 4 gives you a 20% chance to reset a spell’s cooldown on cast
  • Level 5 Increases all previous bonuses by 30%

Combat

V Rising is an isometric-style game, but more in the Diablo sense than a more tactical RPG in that it’s all happening in real time and heavily reliant on skill shots and positioning. You can equip one of five different weapon types that you can make in the early game, with a few higher-quality ones unlocking as you get new recipes and blueprints. The five early game types are:

• Swords
• Dual Axes
• Maces
• Spears
• Crossbows

Each of these fit into a basic archetype, with swords being balanced, dual axes focusing on chop damage and cutting wood, maces being heavy but high damage, spears having longer range, and crossbows obviously being your fully ranged option. Each weapon also can get three specific Weapon Techniques you will unlock as you upgrade your gear. Play around with the early, cheaper weapons and then invest the more rare materials to upgrade the one you feel suits your vampire best.

Magic and vampire abilities

To excel in V Rising, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with both your magic and vampire abilities. Magic abilities encompass standard elemental attacks and similar skills, which become more diverse as you progress. However, your hot bar can accommodate only one Travel Ability, two Basic Abilities, and one Ultimate Ability at a time, necessitating prudent selection based on your preferred playstyle and combat strategy.

 

In contrast, vampire abilities are fewer in number, totaling 10, and can only be acquired by completing quests or defeating special bosses. While potent, these abilities require stationary casting and entail a lengthy casting time, rendering them challenging to utilize spontaneously. Consequently, they are best employed in anticipation of combat, given their inclination towards enhancing buffs rather than direct offense. Mastering the balance between magic and vampire abilities is key to maximizing your effectiveness in battles within V Rising’s unforgiving world.

 

Stay in the shadows

In V Rising, as a vampire, exposure to sunlight is perilous, akin to inviting fiery consequences. Though not literal combustion, prolonged exposure to sunlight inflicts substantial damage on your character until you seek refuge or succumb to the relentless blaze. Naturally, traversing the nocturnal world offers sanctuary from the sun’s lethal gaze, yet shadows provide an alternative shield against its wrath. However, navigating from shadow to shadow presents its own challenges, demanding agility and strategic planning.

 

It’s imperative to recognize that the sun’s movement is constant, rendering a once-shaded sanctuary vulnerable to exposure within moments. Therefore, during daylight hours, it’s prudent to retreat to the safety of your castle, remaining vigilant of the clock while venturing out at night to avoid being stranded far from shelter as dawn approaches. Embrace the cover of darkness, lest you risk the scorching embrace of the sun’s relentless fury.

Ensnare servants

 

In V Rising, what kind of vampire would be complete without a retinue of devoted servants? Each castle allows for the enlistment of up to nine loyal attendants, a number sufficient for their myriad indispensable roles. These servants are not mere lackeys; they are versatile assets capable of combat, hunting expeditions, resource gathering, and serving as a convenient source of sustenance when hunger strikes.

 

The servant system in V Rising is robust and multifaceted, offering a plethora of strategic possibilities. Don’t underestimate the significance of recruiting mortal slaves; they are invaluable allies in your quest for dominance in the dark realm of Vardoran. Whether bolstering your forces in battle or ensuring the smooth operation of your domain, these loyal servants are indispensable companions on your journey to ascendancy.