Attention, Nightreign Players: A Friendly Reminder to Rethink Your Flask-Hunting Strategy

Hello, fellow adventurers. I have an important message for all you Nightreign enthusiasts out there: please reconsider the habit of rushing from chapel to chapel at the start of each run just to grab flask charges.

This isn’t just my personal opinion—many members of the Nightreign community have been voicing similar frustrations over the past few days. The trend of players rushing to collect these upgrades without engaging with the game’s core challenges has become increasingly common and, frankly, quite disruptive to the overall experience.

Understanding the Flasks and Their Significance

In Nightreign, the map is dotted with small churches and chapels that offer a valuable upgrade: an additional charge for your healing flask. This is a fantastic feature, and it makes sense to seek out these locations. However, as players have become more aware of this guaranteed reward, a problematic pattern has emerged.

Many players now prioritize sprinting from chapel to chapel, ignoring the surrounding monsters, camps, and opportunities to gather better gear. They spend minutes simply running, collecting flask charges, then repeating. This cycle often continues until nightfall, but it’s not the most effective way to progress.

Why Is This Approach Counterproductive?

While collecting flask charges is helpful, it’s not a substitute for proper preparation. If you’re facing the first night under-leveled or under-geared, you’re likely to get overwhelmed by the Nightlord or the first boss you encounter. Being able to heal repeatedly won’t save you if you’re one-shot by enemies like Wormface.

Efficient Nightreign play involves balancing exploration with combat and resource gathering. You should aim to spend your limited time wisely: fighting tougher monsters, raiding camps, acquiring better weapons and items, and leveling up. Ideally, you want to be at least level five or six before night falls, to stand a chance against the boss. Otherwise, no amount of flask charges will save you from a devastating attack.

Smart Strategies for Effective Progress

The best approach is to minimize unnecessary running. Focus on moving smoothly between nearby locations, collecting flask charges only when it makes sense—such as after clearing a camp or defeating a mini-boss. This way, you can maximize your time fighting enemies and exploring rather than blindly sprinting across the map.

However, it’s disheartening to see many players, every few games, dropping map pins on chapels and sprinting off alone, ignoring team strategies. As a Recluse, I can tell you—there’s little room for error if your health is already low, and rushing for flask upgrades isn’t the priority.

Balance and Enjoyment

Yes, visiting chapels to receive spiritual blessings is a nice gesture—an homage to our beloved Marika. But remember, there are other important aspects of the game: defeating enemies, exploring new areas, and gathering gear. For example, taking down the Abductor Virgin in the courtyard to unlock the tower map or grabbing a new staff from the nearby rack can be equally crucial for your progress.

So, while it’s perfectly fine to stop and pray, don’t forget to also focus on the other exciting parts of your adventure. Finding the right balance will make your Nightreign experience more rewarding and less frustrating.

Additional Tips and Resources

Looking for more guidance? We’ve compiled plenty of Nightreign tips and tricks to help you conquer all eight Nightlord Bosses. Curious about unlocking the two hidden Nightfarer Classes? Check out our guides on How to Unlock the Revenant and How to Unlock the Duchess. Plus, learn how to Change Characters to customize your experience.

Rebekah Valentine is a senior reporter specializing in gaming. You can follow her updates on social media or reach out with your own stories.

Alex Hunter

Alex is a passionate gamer with over a decade of experience exploring everything from AAA blockbusters to indie gems. He specializes in uncovering hidden secrets, mastering complex mechanics, and creating in-depth walkthroughs. Whether it’s a challenging boss fight or a puzzling questline, Alex breaks it all down in a way that’s fun, clear, and engaging for readers of all levels.