NPC Locations & Services

Locate key NPCs and their services in The Surge 2. Find characters like those at Cloud9 Bar to aid your survival and progression through Jericho City.

Navigating Jericho City can be daunting, but knowing where to find key Non-Player Characters (NPCs) and the services they offer is crucial for survival and progression. This section details the locations and functions of important NPCs you'll encounter throughout your journey, ensuring you're always prepared for the challenges ahead.

Cloud9 Bar - Downtown Jericho

The Cloud9 Bar, located in the heart of Downtown Jericho, serves as an early-game hub for several essential services and quest givers. It's often the first place you'll return to after initial excursions.

• Rex: You'll find Rex behind the bar. He acts as a general vendor, selling basic components, healing injectables like the Medi-Voltaic Injection, and some early-game implants. He also offers a limited selection of starter weapons and armor schematics. Check his inventory frequently as it occasionally updates after major story beats.
• Stranger: This enigmatic figure often sits at a table near the entrance. The Stranger provides cryptic clues about the game's lore and sometimes offers side quests that lead to unique gear or valuable crafting materials. Pay close attention to his dialogue, as it can hint at hidden areas or boss weaknesses.
• Gatling: Gatling is usually found tinkering with machinery in a corner of the bar. He's your go-to guy for weapon and armor upgrades. Bring him your collected Scrap and specific upgrade materials (e.g., Tungsten Alloys, High-Tech Components) to enhance your gear's stats and unlock new abilities. He also has a small selection of specialized components for sale.

JCPD Headquarters - Gideon's Rock Entrance

Once you gain access to Gideon's Rock, the abandoned JCPD Headquarters becomes another vital outpost. It's a safer haven compared to the open streets of Jericho City.

• Officer Klein: Klein is typically found near the main entrance to the HQ. He's a quest giver who often tasks you with clearing out specific areas of Gideon's Rock or retrieving important documents. Completing his missions usually rewards you with valuable Tech Scraps and sometimes unique weapon parts like the JCPD Heavy Duty Axe Head.
• Dr. Chavez: Located in the medical bay within the JCPD HQ, Dr. Chavez is your primary source for advanced medical supplies and certain specialized implants. She sells higher-tier healing items, stamina boosters, and implants that can significantly improve your survivability. She also offers a unique side quest involving the collection of medical data, leading to a powerful healing implant.

Underground Refuge - A.I.D. Command Center

Deep within the A.I.D. Command Center, after navigating its dangerous corridors, you'll discover a hidden underground refuge. This area becomes a crucial safe zone in the later stages of the game.

• The Engineer: This skilled individual operates a crafting station within the refuge. Unlike Gatling, The Engineer specializes in crafting entirely new weapons and armor sets from schematics you find throughout the A.I.D. Command Center and beyond. Bring him rare materials like Nano-Core Processors and Advanced Circuit Boards to unlock powerful end-game gear. He also offers a service to reroll implant stats for a cost in Scrap.
• The Archivist: Found poring over data terminals, The Archivist is your lore expert. Speaking with her can unlock extensive background information on Jericho City, Project Utopia, and the various factions. She also provides side quests focused on retrieving data logs and encrypted messages, often rewarding you with valuable Module Upgrades for your drone.

Scavenger's Den - Goliath's Fall

In the treacherous region of Goliath's Fall, a makeshift Scavenger's Den offers a unique set of services, albeit from less reputable individuals.

• "Junkie" Joe: Joe is a black market dealer who specializes in rare and sometimes illicit components. His inventory can be unpredictable, but he often sells hard-to-find crafting materials, unique weapon parts, and even some experimental implants not found elsewhere. Be prepared to pay a premium, and his stock changes frequently. He also has a recurring side quest to collect specific "trophies" from powerful enemies in Goliath's Fall, offering substantial rewards.
• The Tinkerer: This eccentric individual can modify your drone with specialized modules. While Gatling and The Engineer focus on your personal gear, The Tinkerer enhances your drone's offensive, defensive, and utility capabilities. Bring him Drone Parts and Energy Cells to unlock new drone abilities like the "Shockwave Emitter" or the "Healing Aura".