Enhance Cal Kestis's survivability and combat effectiveness by upgrading BD-1's Stim Canisters. These crucial upgrades increase the number of healing stims Cal can carry, allowing him to endure more challenging encounters and explore dangerous territories with greater confidence. Finding these upgrades is a key part of character progression.
What are Stim Canisters?
Stim Canisters are Cal's primary healing resource. Each canister provides a charge that restores a portion of Cal's health. Initially, Cal has a limited number of these charges, but this can be increased through specific upgrades.
How to Find Stim Canister Upgrades
Stim Canister upgrades are found as special collectibles hidden throughout the game's various planets. They are typically located in challenging-to-reach areas or guarded by tougher enemies. BD-1 plays a vital role in accessing these upgrades, often requiring his unique abilities to reach them.
Locations of Stim Canister Upgrades (Examples)
While a comprehensive list requires detailed walkthroughs for each planet, here are general locations and types of areas where you can find these upgrades:
- Bogano - Vault: After acquiring a new ability, explore the surrounding areas for hidden paths leading to an upgrade.
- Zeffo - Tomb of Eilram: Often found in secret rooms or areas requiring clever use of the environment and Force powers to access.
- Kashyyyk - Origin Tree: Look for upgrades in challenging platforming sections or behind environmental puzzles.
- Dathomir: These upgrades are often in heavily guarded or dangerous areas, requiring strong combat skills to obtain.
BD-1's Role in Obtaining Upgrades
BD-1's abilities are frequently required to reach Stim Canister upgrades. This can include:
- Scomp Link: Hacking terminals to open doors or activate platforms.
- Overload/Shatter: Destroying specific obstacles or weak points in the environment.
- Holographic Projector: Sometimes used to reveal hidden pathways or interact with ancient technology.
Importance of Upgrades
Increasing your Stim Canister count is paramount for survival, especially when facing difficult bosses or navigating areas with numerous enemies. Prioritizing the search for these upgrades will sificantly ease your journey through the game.
Always be on the lookout for these valuable upgrades. They are often marked on your map once you are in the vicinity, or BD-1 might provide a hint. Thorough exploration is key to finding them all.