You can use Engrams in Remnant 2 to unlock new Archetypes. This guide will cover the locations of the base materials for these engrams, each Engram’s corresponding Archetype, and everything else.
Key Takeaways
- Engrams are unique items you can equip to use a Class, also called an Archetype.
- There are 11 Engrams in Remnant 2, consequently 11 Archetypes.
- You can equip 2 Engrams simultaneously, run Dual Archetypes, swap out Engrams, and use something completely different from your Starting Class.
- You can talk to Wallace in Ward 13 to craft Engrams by trading the Engram’s base material along with 1,000 Scrap and 10 Lumenite Crystals.
- Some Engrams in Remnant 2 are more challenging to get than others, such as the Golden Compass, which requires you to defeat the final boss of the main story before you can use the Explorer Archetype.
All Engrams Comparison
| # | Name | Archetype | Base Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iron Cylinder | Gunslinger | Worn Cylinder |
| 2 | Tome of The Bringer | Summoner | Faded Grimoire |
| 3 | Caduceus Idol | Medic | Medic Pin |
| 4 | Golden Compass | Explorer | Broken Compass |
| 5 | Steel Enswell | Challenger | Old Metal Tool |
| 6 | Drzyr Caliper | Engineer | Alien Device |
| 7 | Serrated Root Blade | Invader | Wooden Shiv |
| 8 | Hexahedron | Archon | Strange Box |
| 9 | Sniper War Medal | Hunter | Rusty Medal |
| 10 | Silent Whistle | Handler | Old Whistle |
| 11 | Philosopher’s Stone | Alchemist | Mysterious Stone |
What Are Engrams?
Engrams in Remnant 2 are unique items you can equip in your Archetype Slots to use the Engram’s corresponding Archetype. You can equip 2 Engrams at the same time and run Dual Archetypes. Furthermore, all Engrams must be crafted by talking to Wallace at Ward 13, who will provide you with an Engram for its corresponding base material.
All Engram Details
There are a total of 11 Engrams in the game, all of which are listed below.
Iron Cylinder
Description
Though it may have seen better days, its functionality remains intact, making it a reliable and useful tool in the right hands.
“I’m sure you’re already aware, but let me emphasize: the key to defeating the Root is pointing the barrel of the gun directly at them.”
Archetype
Gunslinger
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Worn Cylinder. You can get it by talking to Mudtooth and asking about his stories in your second-world campaign about 10 times until he finally gives you the Worn Cylinder. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Iron Cylinder.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Worn Cylinder | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Tome Of The Bringer
Description
An enigma in its own right, its contents seem to have a dramatic flair that captures your attention. However, beneath the theatrics lies an undeniable power that demands respect.
“An enigma in its own right, its contents seem to have a dramatic flair that captures your attention. However, beneath the theatrics lies an undeniable power that demands respect.”
Archetype
Summoner
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Faded Grimoire. This can be obtained from the Bloodmoon Altar in The Far Woods in Yaesha for 15 Blood Moon Essence. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Tome of The Bringer.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Faded Grimoire | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Caduceus Idol
Description
Intertwined serpents coiled around a staff, with a pair of wings soaring above. This ancient symbol has graced the emblems of countless healers and medical practitioners throughout human history, representing their dedication to the art of healing and saving lives.
“Protectors are hard to come by, but healers are even rarer. If you’ve got someone keeping the enemy at bay, someone taking the hits, you better have a damn good healer on your team to keep them alive.”
Archetype
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Medic Pin. You can purchase the Medic Pin from Dr. Norah in Ward 13 for 1,500 Scrap. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Caduceus Idol.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Medic Pin | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Golden Compass
Description
A navigational instrument for determining one’s heading. This old one must have seen many horizons.
“Ever wonder why those strange red stones spring to life when a human ventures near? Stories say it thrives off mankind’s inherent nature to explore the unknown. And, in sensing that, its own nature to connect worlds is brought to life. My gut tells me, though, the stones are simply a force of nature. Same as how a compass needle points toward enlightenment or death, indifferent to the wanderlust or wellbeing of the one holding it.”
Archetype
Explorer
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Broken Compass. You can get the Broken Compass by defeating Annihilation, the final boss of the main story. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Golden Compass.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Broken Compass | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Steel Enswell
Description
The metal surface is stained with dried blood, and the handle has a lingering smell of sweat. Despite being a solid object, it always feels chillingly cold to the touch.
“The metal surface is stained with dried blood, and the handle has a lingering smell of sweat. Despite being a solid object, it always feels chillingly cold to the touch.”
Archetype
Challenger
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Old Metal Tool. You can buy it from Reggie at Ward 13 for 1,500 Scrap. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Steel Enswell.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Old Metal Tool | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Drzyr Caliper
Description
An otherwordly measuring device designed to find the smallest of imperfections. One of those imperfections seems to be human ingenuity.
“This is a Drzyr Caliper. I know that because it told me. Its calibrations are done at a subatomic scale while rearranging matter. Didn’t even know what subatomic meant before picking up this thing. Seems like “caliper” isn’t the term it wanted to use either, but that’s the best alternative it could find to fit our language and understanding.”
Archetype
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Alien Device. You can find this lying on the ground in N’Erud. Use the Purified Salve Consumable to pass through the foggy areas as it minimizes the effect of the curse status. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Drzyr Caliper.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Alien Device | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Serrated Root Blade
Description
Soft as flesh near the glowing bits, like a flashlight pressed against the skin. Deadly sharp everywhere else.
“There exists a human phrase on Earth: if one cannot beat them, join them. l find this wisdom erroneous, but perhaps the Anomaly finds it applicable.”
Archetype
Invader
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Wooden Shiv. After getting the base material, you can obtain the Wooden Shiv by killing the boss, Bane, in Root Earth.
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Serrated Root Blade.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Wooden Shiv | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Hexahedron
Description
A complex-looking cube with moving parts inscribed with otherworldly instructions. An unsolvable puzzle—the joy of which is found in the attempt.
“There was a time when even I did not know my purpose. Intrinsically, I knew what I was intended to do—but not why. It may not be my providence ever to know, but there is always more to learn.”
Archetype
Archon
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Strange Box. You can find the Strange Box in The Backrooms in the Labyrinth. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Hexahedron.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Strange Box | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Sniper War Medal
Description
A small yet intricately detailed piece featuring two guns crossed over each other. Despite being worn, it still bears a sense of pride and honor.
“I remember a time before the Root when the greatest threat we faced was the possibility of conflict with other humans.”
Archetype
Hunter
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Rusty Medal. You can purchase the Rusty Medal from Brabus in Ward 13 for 1,500 Scrap. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Sniper War Medal.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Rusty Medal | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Silent Whistle
Description
Emitting ultrasonic frequencies, this tool is a must-have for any dog handler, making it irresistible to any well-trained canine and the ultimate key to dog communication.
“It’s fascinating how dogs can pick up on this sound. The pitch is completely out of our range of hearing, almost like an entire universe exists beyond what we can perceive.”
Archetype
Handler
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Old Whistle. You can purchase the Old Whistle from Mudtooth in Ward 13 for 1,500 Scrap. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Silent Whistle.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Old Whistle | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
Philosopher’s Stone
Description
The stone is whirring with an aura of impossible potential. At a glance, there’s a strong allure to hold it. Hypnotizing really.
“I’ve never seen something litke this. I hear a faint bubbling inside… but it’s just a pretty stone. It makes no sense.”
Archetype
Alchemist
Location
The base material for this Engram is the Mysterious Stone. You can get the Mysterious Stone by killing Manticora by engaging the Manticora from the Drain Event in Losomn. After getting the base material:
- Head to Ward 13.
- Talk to Wallace.
- Trade in the following materials to obtain the Philosopher’s Stone.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Mysterious Stone | 1 |
| Lumenite Crystal | 10 |
| Scrap | 1000 |
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