So, you're ready to make your way through Alterna and you're probably wondering how to get those sweet upgrades for your Hero Gear in Splatoon 3, right?
Grabbing the Essentials
Think of it like this: you’re not just splatting Octarians; you’re essentially going on a massive scavenger hunt. Each level is littered with hidden goodies.
Sardinium: The Nutrient of Champions
Keep your eyes peeled for these little, pink, sardine-shaped treasures called Sardinium. They're often tucked away in crates, floating in the air, or guarded by some particularly grumpy Octarian.
Smash everything! Shoot everything! This is the way.
It's like finding spare change under the couch cushions, but instead of buying candy, you're buying power!
Upgrade Points: The Sticky Currency
Next up, we have Upgrade Points. These are the real backbone of your gear enhancements. Find the floating balloons in the levels and pop them. Bam. Upgrade Points!
Some enemies also drop them. Consider it as your salary for saving the world.
The Upgrade Terminal: Your Hub
Once you have enough Sardinium and Upgrade Points, it's time for some quality time with your friendly neighborhood Upgrade Terminal.
It’s that glowing, high-tech vending machine looking thing where you redeem them.
Head to the Alterna Base Camp and interact with the terminal. It’s right next to Cuttlefish, so you can’t miss it (unless you’re really not paying attention).
What to Upgrade First? A Matter of Ink-pinion
Now comes the big question: what to upgrade first? This is where it gets personal. Do you want more ink capacity? Improved run speed? Or perhaps a better Smallfry?
It's all about your playstyle. There’s no “wrong” answer, only “more fun” answers.
If you find yourself constantly running out of ink, then an ink tank upgrade might be your best bet. If you are terrible at aiming, upgrade your Smallfry to take down enemies for you.
Experiment and Adapt
Don’t be afraid to experiment! You can always reset your upgrades later if you find something isn’t working for you. It’s like respec-ing your character in an RPG, only with more ink.
The levels are designed to push you to use different weapons and abilities. The game subtly nudges you to think strategically.
Did you know you can throw your Smallfry to collect items? It’s like having a tiny, adorable, ink-slinging fetch dog.
The Joy of Discovery
Upgrading your gear isn't just about stats. It's about the satisfaction of finding those hidden treasures, overcoming those challenging battles, and seeing your character become a veritable squid-powered force of nature.
Each upgrade makes the next challenge a little easier. It's a constant feedback loop of improvement and reward.
It's about the journey. So go out there, explore Alterna, and upgrade your Hero Gear to your heart's content!
