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[[File:Mecenaries_-_Pale_Hand.jpg|alt=The Pale Hand Mercenaries|right|frameless| | [[File:Mecenaries_-_Pale_Hand.jpg|alt=The Pale Hand Mercenaries|right|frameless|250xpx]]'''Mercenaries''' are combat allies introduced in the [[Vessel of Hatred]] expansion. They belong to a group known as The Pale Hand, and offer defensive tools, grouping, utility, and specialised support depending on which Mercenary you hire. | ||
Mercenaries are available only to players who own Vessel of Hatred, as their recruitment hub, '''The Den''', is located in [[Nahantu]], the new region added and exclusive to VoH. | Mercenaries are available only to players who own Vessel of Hatred, as their recruitment hub, '''The Den''' <small>([https://www.purediablo.com/diablo4/map/?markerId=marker_1728070768324 Map)]</small>, is located in [[Nahantu]], the new region added and exclusive to VoH. | ||
Below is everything you need to know about how Mercenaries work in Diablo 4. | Below is everything you need to know about how Mercenaries work in Diablo 4. | ||
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[[File:Full-figure.png|alt=Raheir Mercenary|right|frameless|170xpx]] | |||
== The Mercenaries == | == The Mercenaries == | ||
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<div class="linkbox">[[Raheir |Raheir Guide]]</div> | <div class="linkbox">[[Raheir |Raheir Guide]]</div> | ||
[[File:Subo-bow.png|alt=SuboMercenary|right|frameless|200xpx]] | |||
=== Subo: The Archer (Ranged Utility) === | === Subo: The Archer (Ranged Utility) === | ||
Subo is a ranged archer focused on utility and support. His '''Seeker''' skill reveals nearby enemies and materials, making him particularly useful for overworld farming. | Subo is a ranged archer focused on utility and support. His '''Seeker''' skill reveals nearby enemies and materials, making him particularly useful for overworld farming. | ||
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<div class="linkbox">[[Subo |Subo Guide]]</div> | <div class="linkbox">[[Subo |Subo Guide]]</div> | ||
[[File:Varyana-full-body.png|alt=Varyana Mercenary|right|frameless|170xpx]] | |||
=== Varyana: The Berserker Crone (Melee DPS) === | === Varyana: The Berserker Crone (Melee DPS) === | ||
Varyana is a melee fighter who thrives in high-density combat. Her '''Massacre''' meter builds from continuous kills, granting stacking Movement Speed bonuses. | Varyana is a melee fighter who thrives in high-density combat. Her '''Massacre''' meter builds from continuous kills, granting stacking Movement Speed bonuses. | ||
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* Short cooldowns | * Short cooldowns | ||
* Excellent for speedfarming and melee-range pressure builds | * Excellent for speedfarming and melee-range pressure builds | ||
<div class="linkbox">[[Varyana |Varyana Guide]]</div> | |||
[[File:Aldkin-full-body-2.png|alt=Aldkin Mercenary|right|frameless|150xpx]] | |||
=== Aldkin: The Cursed Child (Shadow / Fire Caster) === | === Aldkin: The Cursed Child (Shadow / Fire Caster) === | ||
Aldkin is a Shadow/Fire caster capable of transforming into a demon. His transformation enhances his abilities but briefly places a curse on the player. | Aldkin is a Shadow/Fire caster capable of transforming into a demon. His transformation enhances his abilities but briefly places a curse on the player. | ||
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<div class="linkbox">[[Aldkin|Aldkin Guide]]</div> | <div class="linkbox">[[Aldkin|Aldkin Guide]]</div> | ||
== Getting Your Mercenary == | == Getting Your Mercenary == | ||
You first meet [[Raheir]] during the Vessel of Hatred campaign, who introduces you to The Den, the Mercenaries’ base of operations. Each remaining Mercenary offers an '''Acquisition Quest'''. Completing these quests unlocks them permanently for that realm type. Once one character finishes the final VoH chapter (''Presaged Fate''), all alts may hire Mercenaries from level 1. | You first meet [[Raheir]] during the Vessel of Hatred campaign, who introduces you to The Den <small>([https://www.purediablo.com/diablo4/map/?markerId=marker_1728070768324 Map)]</small>, the Mercenaries’ base of operations. Each remaining Mercenary offers an '''Acquisition Quest'''. Completing these quests unlocks them permanently for that realm type. Once one character finishes the final VoH chapter (''Presaged Fate''), all alts may hire Mercenaries from level 1. | ||
Hiring a Mercenary is free. | Hiring a Mercenary is free. | ||
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== Pale Marks & Bartering == | == Pale Marks & Bartering == | ||
'''Pale Marks''' are earned through Rapport and by completing select activities tied to Mercenaries. Bartering becomes available at | '''Pale Marks''' are earned through Rapport and by completing select activities tied to Mercenaries. Bartering becomes available at Character level 15 and at Rapport V with any Mercenary. Each Mercenary unlocks different Bartering categories: | ||
* [[Raheir]]: Defensive Aspects | * [[Raheir]]: Defensive Aspects - Crafting Materials | ||
* [[Subo]]: Utility Aspects | * [[Subo]]: Utility Aspects - Boss Summoning Mats | ||
* [[Varyana]]: Mobility Aspects | * [[Varyana]]: Mobility Aspects - Masterworking Mats + Obols | ||
* [[Aldkin]]: Resource Aspects | * [[Aldkin]]: Resource Aspects - Runes, Prisms, Gem Fragments | ||
Bartering is accessed through '''Fayira''' in The Den. | Bartering is accessed through '''Fayira''' in The Den <small>([https://www.purediablo.com/diablo4/map/?markerId=marker_1728070768324 Map)]</small>. She will restock her supply for free the first time, but subsequent restocks cost 100 Pale Marks. | ||
== Hiring, Dismissing, and Switching Mercenaries == | == Hiring, Dismissing, and Switching Mercenaries == | ||
You can dismiss a Primary Mercenary by visiting The Den and clicking on them, which reveals the '''Dismiss Mercenary''' option. Reinforcement Mercenaries can also be removed manually via '''Withdraw Reinforcement'''. | You can dismiss a Primary Mercenary by visiting The Den and clicking on them, which reveals the '''Dismiss Mercenary''' option. Reinforcement Mercenaries can also be removed manually via '''Withdraw Reinforcement'''. You can't dismiss them in the field. | ||
It is not necessary to dismiss or withdraw a Mercenary before choosing a new one. Hiring a different Primary or Reinforcement automatically replaces the previous assignment. | It is not necessary to dismiss or withdraw a Mercenary before choosing a new one. Hiring a different Primary or Reinforcement automatically replaces the previous assignment. | ||
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* '''“Reinforcements only gain Rapport when they appear.”''' | * '''“Reinforcements only gain Rapport when they appear.”''' | ||
: False. They gain Rapport whenever they are hired. | : False. They gain Rapport whenever they are 'hired'. | ||
* '''“Mercenaries do no damage.”''' | * '''“Mercenaries do no damage.”''' | ||