First run / GRAIN ROT
Beginner first-run guide
Start with a small, repeatable extraction objective: learn the route, listen for threats, extract, then use the Outpost feedback loop for the next run.
Before entering the elevator
Set a comfortable camera profile first, then decide what the run is for: scouting, resources, or a clean extraction. A narrow objective makes the first descent easier to read.
First descent priorities
Learn the extraction loop, read the threat audio, and bring back enough resources to understand the Outpost feedback cycle. Do not treat every valuable object as mandatory.
When to extract
Extract when your objective is complete or your information advantage is gone. The first run is for building a repeatable route, not proving how long you can stay down.
What to upgrade after a run
Use the Outpost as the persistent anchor between descents. Prioritize upgrades that make the next run easier to read and repeat; the exact item order needs version-specific confirmation.
Common first-run mistakes
Over-looting, ignoring sound cues, and delaying extraction are the most expensive habits to break. Start with a small loop and expand only after you can return consistently.
When the elevator needs a Fuse
If the exit asks for a Fuse, use the Fuse and Compass elevator guide for the storage-container search, installation step, and community shortcut caveat.
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