Health & Force Essence Upgrades — Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Guide
In the perilous journey of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Cal Kestis's ability to survive and wield the Force is paramount. Two of the most crucial permanent upgrades You can acquire are Life Essences and Force Essences. These rare items are hidden throughout the galaxy and, when collected, permanently increase Cal's maximum health and Force power, respectively. Prioritizing their acquisition can sificantly ease your combat encounters and exploration challenges.
Life Essences are found within special chests, and each one collected grants Cal an additional segment on his health bar. Similarly, Force Essences, also found in chests, expand Cal's Force meter, allowing him to use his Force abilities more frequently. These upgrades are vital for tackling tougher enemies and navigating more challenging environments. BD-1's scanning capabilities and Cal's growing Force powers are often required to reach the locations where these essences are hidden.
Acquiring Life & Force Essences:
- Chests: The primary method of obtaining Life and Force Essences is by opening specific chests scattered across all planets.
- Exploration: These chests are often located in optional areas, hidden behind puzzles, or in locations that require advanced traversal abilities.
- BD-1's Assistance: BD-1 can sometimes highlight the presence of nearby chests or help access areas containing them.
- Force Abilities: Certain Force powers, like Force Push or Wall Run, may be necessary to reach the platforms or areas where these essences are hidden.
It is highly recommended to actively seek out these essences as you explore each planet. While they may not be immediately obvious, the permanent boost to Cal's survivability and Force capacity will prove invaluable as you progress through the game's increasingly difficult challenges. Keep an eye on your Holomap for unexplored areas and always investigate suspicious-looking pathways.