The Moxie — Deathloop Walkthrough

The Moxie

The Moxie is a thrilling and often frustrating timed obstacle course located in Updaam, offering a unique challenge that hones your movement and platforming prowess. Successfully navigating its treacherous path can yield substantial rewards, making it a worthwhile endeavor for any Colt looking to boost their resources or acquire a valuable Trinket. Think of it as a high-stakes parkour trial, designed by the Visionaries to test the mettle of their chosen few – or perhaps just to amuse themselves.

While the rewards can vary, the core challenge remains consistent: get from point A to point B as quickly and efficiently as possible, utilizing Colt's unique abilities and the environment to your advantage. Mastering The Moxie not only provides tangible benefits but also significantly improves your general traversal skills, which are invaluable throughout Blackreef.

Locating and Initiating The Moxie

The Moxie is situated in Updaam, specifically during the Afternoon. To find it, head towards the central plaza area where the large statue of Aleksis Dorsey stands. From there, look for a building with a distinctive, somewhat dilapidated facade, often adorned with graffiti. It's located on the upper levels, accessible via a series of ledges and balconies near the "Updaam Station" exit. You'll know you're in the right place when you spot a glowing, interactive terminal near an open doorway, often accompanied by a faint electronic hum.

To initiate the challenge:

1. Travel to Updaam in the Afternoon.
2. Navigate to the central plaza, then head towards the building complex near the Updaam Station exit.
3. Ascend the various ledges and balconies until you find the entrance to The Moxie.
4. Interact with the glowing terminal at the entrance. This will start the timer and illuminate the path with a series of green markers.

The Challenge: Navigating the Course

The Moxie is a linear obstacle course designed to push your platforming and movement abilities. The path is marked by glowing green arrows and platforms, guiding you through a series of jumps, slides, and climbs. Expect tight spaces, precarious drops, and sections requiring precise timing. The course is populated by a few Eternalists, but their primary purpose is to distract or impede, not to be a major combat threat. Focus on movement and evasion.

Key Obstacles and Tips:

• Timed Doors: Several doors will open and close on a timer. You'll need to time your approach perfectly to slide through before they shut.
• Laser Grids: Some sections feature laser grids that will damage Colt if touched. Use crouch-slides or well-timed jumps to avoid them.
• Breakable Floors: Certain platforms will crumble after a short delay once stepped on. Move quickly across these sections.
• Gap Jumps: Numerous gaps require precise double-jumps or the use of the Shift Slab to traverse.
• Environmental Hazards: Keep an eye out for steam vents or electrical currents that can briefly stun or damage Colt.

Recommended Loadout and Strategy:

• Slabs:
  • Shift (Essential): This is your most valuable tool for The Moxie. Maximize its range and charges. The Reach and Dropkick upgrades are particularly useful for extending jumps and quickly traversing distances.
  • Aether (Optional but helpful): Can be used to bypass some Eternalists or briefly become invisible if you need a moment to re-orient yourself.
• Trinkets:
  • Sprinter (Highly Recommended): Increases your sprint speed, which is crucial for beating the clock.
  • Sure Shot (Recommended): Improves accuracy while moving, useful if you need to quickly dispatch an Eternalist without breaking stride.
  • Cat Fall (Recommended): Reduces fall damage, a lifesaver if you misjudge a jump.
  • Juiced Up: Increases maximum health, providing a larger buffer against environmental damage or stray Eternalist shots.
• Weapons: You won't be doing much fighting, so a lightweight, fast-firing weapon like the LIMP-10 or Strelak 50-50 is sufficient for any nuisance Eternalists. Don't weigh yourself down with heavy weapons.
• Strategy:
  • Practice Makes Perfect: Don't expect to ace it on your first try. The Moxie is designed for repetition. Learn the layout, identify choke points, and refine your route.
  • Prioritize Movement: Your primary goal is speed. Only engage Eternalists if they are directly blocking your path or posing a significant threat.
  • Utilize Shift: Master chaining Shift jumps to cover large distances quickly. Look for opportunities to Shift through windows or over obstacles.
  • Slide Often: Sliding is faster than running in many situations, especially through low doorways or under obstacles.
  • Look Ahead: Always be scanning the environment for the next green marker to plan your route.

Rewards for Completion

The rewards for completing The Moxie are consistent in their type but can vary in their specific value. Successfully finishing the course will always grant you either a significant amount of Residuum or a unique character Trinket. The specific Trinket awarded is typically the Sprinter Trinket, making The Moxie an excellent way to acquire this highly desirable movement buff.

Reward Breakdown:

The reward is generally determined randomly upon completion, though many players report a higher chance of receiving the Sprinter Trinket on their first few successful runs. If you're specifically hunting for Residuum, repeated completions of The Moxie can be a quick and efficient method, especially if you've already acquired the Sprinter Trinket.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

• Rushing Blindly: While speed is key, reckless movement will lead to falls, laser damage, or getting stuck. Take a moment to observe the path ahead.
• Ignoring Eternalists: While not the main threat, a well-placed Eternalist can knock you off course or deal enough damage to fail the run. A quick headshot with a silenced weapon can clear the path.
• Forgetting Shift: Under pressure, it's easy to forget to utilize your most powerful movement tool. Make Shift muscle memory.
• Not Equipping Movement Trinkets: Attempting The Moxie without Sprinter or Cat Fall will significantly increase the difficulty. Optimize your loadout.
• Getting Stuck on Geometry: The environment can be finicky. If you find yourself snagged, try a quick crouch-slide or a small jump to dislodge.

Mastering The Moxie is a rewarding experience that not only grants valuable resources but also sharpens your core gameplay skills. Persevere through the initial frustrations, learn the course, and soon you'll be zipping through it like a true Blackreef parkour master.