Extinguis Crafting & Uses
Extinguis is a vital alchemical tool in A Plague Tale: Requiem, serving as the direct counter to fire. While ifer creates flames, Extinguis extinguishes them, offering a unique set of tactical advantages for Amicia.
Crafting Extinguis requires Saltpeter and Vinegar. Both of these ingredients can be found in various locations, so always be on the lookout for them during your explorations. Maintaining a steady supply of these components is key to effectively using Extinguis.
The primary uses of Extinguis include:
- Extinguishing Fire Sources: The most obvious use is to put out fires, whether they are braziers, torches, or even fires set by enemies. This is crucial for creating paths through rat-infested areas where fire is the only deterrent, or for stealthily moving through environments where light sources would reveal your position.
- Creating Darkness: By extinguishing light sources, Extinguis can plunge areas into darkness, allowing Amicia to move unseen by guards and rats alike. This is a cornerstone of many stealth approaches.
- Neutralizing Fire Traps: Enemies may set up fire-based traps. Extinguis can be used to safely disarm these hazards, preventing damage to Amicia and her companions.
- Controlling Rat Swarms (Indirectly): While not directly harming rats, Extinguis can be used to extinguish fires that are keeping rats at bay, potentially forcing them to move or creating new pathways for them to follow. This can be used strategically to lure rats away from your intended path or towards enemies.
The strategic deployment of Extinguis, often in conjunction with ifer, allows for a dynamic and reactive approach to combat and stealth. Mastering the interplay between these two alchemical tools is essential for overcoming the game's most challenging encounters.