How do I get to the dungeon?
To get into the dungeon, you need to find the Active Key for Snake - this quest is available at the very beginning of the game. To get the key, you must first go to the astrologer and give him the skull. However, in order to get the skull, you need the Hard Parts skill. With this skill, you can extract the skull from the body.
After removing the skull, you will need to go to an astrologer. He is waiting for you on Lotus Day at the Lighthouse. After you give him the skull, you will receive the Keeper's key and instructions.
After earning 5 Faith Points (during Mass), go to the Research Table. There, use the Faith, the Keeper's key and the instructions for the key and thus create an active key that you can give to Snake.
How to prepare for battle?
Before heading to the dungeon, prepare to fight the monsters. Remember that your character doesn't have very much health, so be careful and take care of armor, swords, and food.
Check out the chests and equipment and see if you can make the best sword. If possible, create it. A sword can be crafted from any heavy raw material, 4 simple iron parts and 2 ropes.
If you've crafted a new sword, check if your hero is equipped with it. The game often puts new equipment in the inventory, but does not put it on the character, so they are not used.
Craft armor. There are two types of armor available in the game. To unlock them, you need to purchase the Weapon technology. To craft iron armor, you need 4 leather and 6 simple iron parts. However, if you want steel armor, you will need 2 wooden sticks and 5 intricate iron pieces.
Also, prepare food for the trip. Each blow with a sword takes 2 points of energy, which makes battles very demanding and tough. Take food with you to quickly restore your character's energy. For more information about the energy value of all products in the game, you can find out in this guide.