How do weapons work in Kenshi?

Characters in Kenshi have two weapon slots; Weapon I (primary slot) and Weapon II (secondary slot). All weapons can be equipped in the primary slot, however weapons may only be equipped in the secondary slot if they possess no larger than an Inventory Height of 1 and an Inventory Width of 7.

How does weapon 2 work in Kenshi?

- For characters that use ranged weapons, the second slot has their backup weapon. Higher level snipers usually carry quick-kill weapons like Katanas, lower level characters carry reliable weapons like Longsword, Short Cleaver, and Mercenary Club.

Why does Kenshi have 2 weapon slots?

It's purely aesthetic. Characters only use the top weapon in the primary slot when there are two equipped there.

What is the most profitable weapon to make in Kenshi?

For players hoping to profit off of Weapon Smithing, Katanas and Foreign Sabres are highly recommended. Of all the standard weapons the player can craft, they have the highest sell price/materials ratio. Keep in mind that Foreign Sabers have a slightly higher cost/sell ratio, but Katanas take up less inventory space.

How does weapon damage work in Kenshi?

When a character is hit with a weapon dealing cutting damage, it causes the character to bleed. Characters can die when the damaged area of their body falls below a certain point, or if they run out of blood.

Weapons & Armor Guide - Kenshi

Are katanas bad in Kenshi?

Katanas are a common weapon, and their quality varies greatly. Most are scavenged goods with a history of owners and barely good for scrap. Masterworks are around however, and their speed and cutting power is un-rivalled by any other blade."

How many AI cores do you need Kenshi?

A rare piece of ancient technology, anyone capable of researching it could unlock the most advanced technology of the modern age. AI Cores are needed for researching various Technologies, including Hydroponics and Tech Level 6. You need a total of 32 cores to research everything.

What is the strongest start in Kenshi?

The best Beginning for a new player is the Wanderer. Starting alone in the Hub, a town of Holy Nation Outlaws within the Border Zone, the Wanderer starts with a 1 in all of their skills. Fortunately, the Hub is a great jumping off point for adventure.

What is the chance of stealing in Kenshi?

60% = Stealing from a container without being caught. 60% = Caught trying to sell stolen goods. 30% = Stealing an item off the floor.

What is better katana or saber Kenshi?

Which one is better? Katanas starting out. They're fast, have some unique animations and are going to be very good for skilling up Dexterity. Sabers are good for their +Def bonus, but that should be for something like a Taunt Tank that is gathering enemies to it in the early game.

Can Kenshi see with his sword?

Kenshi is a fictional character from the Mortal Kombat fighting game franchise by Midway Games and NetherRealm Studios. He makes his series debut in Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance (2002) as a blind swordsman who possesses telekinetic abilities and serves as an operative for the Special Forces.

Do NPCs get stronger Kenshi?

Yes they level up, they level up while fighting you etc... or fighting others. as long as you heal them.

What is the best ranged Kenshi?

The Eagle's Cross is undeniably the best-ranged weapon available for characters in the world of Kenshi. It's deadly, has an incredibly long range, and can make players feel almost like they're holding a gun instead of a crossbow.

What is the best Kenshi armor?

Can you dual wield katanas in Kenshi?

You can't actually dual wield weapons. No need to give them two katana unless you just like the look. The Rule of cool applies even here. I usually give them a Katana in the secondary (belt) slot only, leaving the primary (back) slot open for either carrying or looting a bow, plank, or saber.

What is the easiest region in Kenshi?

A low level and low risk area, the Border Zone has a few solid options for players looking to start out their settlement journey in Kenshi. Basically a no-mans-land slotted between the Shek Kingdom and the Holy Nation, the Border Zone is actually the home of several game starts and is therefore quite forgiving.

What race is best for beginners Kenshi?

If you mean best as in beginner friendly, then skeleton or shek. Both races are more forgiving when you make mistakes though you will still die if you just go fight a strong opponent early in your game. I suggest luring enemies to bar/town guards then attack when they are distracted.

Can skills go over 100 Kenshi?

Most skills are not restricted to 100 max for calculations, so there will be a lot of work to learn skills past 100, but still doable. Going over 100 breaks many skills, crafting for example 101 will result in worst possible quality. Treating it like 1 skill and not 101.

What is the max character limit in Kenshi?

The maximum number of characters you can control is 30. This can be increased with mods fairly easily. Once players have reached 30 characters total, dialogue options will no longer appear for recruitable characters.

Can you go solo in Kenshi?

A solo game is 100% viable. My main save with over 1,000 hours on it is a solo game, and as of yet there is only one thing I've never been able to beat (except with cheesy exploit-y tactics). Your standard game solo is a fair bit more challenging early on, but when you become strong it feels very rewarding.

Is heavy armor bad in Kenshi?

Heavy Armour offers a lot of protection in exchange for maneuverability. The higher your strength, the better your proficiency with heavy armour will be. Using heavy armour can slow your traveling speed but will also serve as good protection for tank characters which have Taunt mode on and anticipate heavy damage.

How difficult is Kenshi?

Kenshi is difficult, but it's also surprisingly forgiving at the same time. The game is permadeath, but it's a good idea to get stuck into battle. If characters get enslaved or imprisoned by different factions, that's a blessing in disguise. Free healing and feeding!

Why are there no guns in Kenshi?

There are no firearms in Kenshi because it goes against the developers' creative vision. THAT SAID, there is a way it's been somewhat roughly modded into the game, if you know where to look on Steam Workshop... As for rifles without ammo, that was answered by the bayonet.