# \#guide **URL:** https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/tag/guide/11.md [Latest](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/tags.md) --- ## [Linux known issues and workarounds](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/linux-known-issues-and-workarounds/22552)
**Author:** [@Evil1nside](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Evil1nside)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/linux-known-issues-and-workarounds/22552 "2026-09-17T14:32:26Z")
Hey Cerims, If you’re gaming on Linux through Steam + Proton, you’ve probably hit a few weird roadblocks(just like me). Below is a quick roundup of some common Proton-related issues I keep seeing, along with their fixe… --- ## [Solution: Gamepad remapping issue](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/solution-gamepad-remapping-issue/27070)
**Author:** [@Red](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Red)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 12:13am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/solution-gamepad-remapping-issue/27070 "2026-09-11T00:13:12Z")
Silas, hi! Please combine this into the relevant bug report branch. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ This case: remapping issue \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Sent an angry and grievance-filled letter to the devs’ email. Well, now we can only wait. \_\_\_\_\_… --- ## [RenderDoc GPU captures guide](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/renderdoc-gpu-captures-guide/26972)
**Author:** [@TomasBlaho](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/TomasBlaho)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 9:43pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/renderdoc-gpu-captures-guide/26972 "2026-08-17T21:43:46Z")
Using a GPU capture we can better investigate graphics issues you can find in the game. One of the best tools for that is RenderDoc. Download and install the latest official version: Using Steam, check where you… --- ## [3000 objects map exported from game resources](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/3000-objects-map-exported-from-game-resources/24814)
**Author:** [@seroperson](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/seroperson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 1:23pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/3000-objects-map-exported-from-game-resources/24814 "2026-06-09T13:23:19Z")
Hello everyone! Recently I finally finished my mini-project, interactive web map: https://nrftw.seroperson.me I know there is already some map, but this project is completely exported from game resources, unlike others … --- ## [All the town shops explained](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/all-the-town-shops-explained/26418)
**Author:** [@QuthLue](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/QuthLue)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 7:12pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/all-the-town-shops-explained/26418 "2026-05-15T19:12:15Z")
If you are new and feel kinda lost in sacrament there you go https://youtu.be/yj-XElgXt9o?si=Fgwmi5I63HQJ9LLR --- ## [Interactive Map Tool for No Rest for the Wicked – NRFTW Hub!](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/interactive-map-tool-for-no-rest-for-the-wicked-nrftw-hub/23212)
**Author:** [@PrimarchMike](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/PrimarchMike)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 3:10am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/interactive-map-tool-for-no-rest-for-the-wicked-nrftw-hub/23212 "2026-05-09T03:10:05Z")
Hey Cerim warriors! Navigating Isola Sacra can be brutal, so I built NRFTW Hub – a free interactive world map inspired by tools like Mapgenie. It’s got everything marked: quests (main and side like “The Potion Seller… --- ## [Maximizing Stagger](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/maximizing-stagger/25248)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 6:57pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/maximizing-stagger/25248 "2026-03-22T18:57:54Z")
Weapons You will want to use either great hammers or great axes. Great hammers provide the largest poise damage, but aren’t that plentiful depending on your primary stat. Strength for instance only has one. Halberds and… --- ## [Leveling a Character in Under 4 Hours](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/leveling-a-character-in-under-4-hours/25388)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2026, 5:36pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/leveling-a-character-in-under-4-hours/25388 "2026-03-04T17:36:58Z")
Wanting to make a character/build for each main stat combo, on character 9/10 I decided not to play through the campaign yet again. Instead, I used my main realm and all its resources to speed level a new character. Pre… --- ## [A Guide To Embers and Exalting So You Don't Waste Them](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/a-guide-to-embers-and-exalting-so-you-dont-waste-them/23764)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2026, 4:32am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/a-guide-to-embers-and-exalting-so-you-dont-waste-them/23764 "2026-03-03T04:32:49Z")
Just thought I would share some of the things I learned the hard way so you don’t have to. Fallen Embers They either re-roll an enchant or add a missing one. In my opinion, these have exactly one use - re-rolling negat… --- ## [Using Running Attacks to Create Infinite Combos With Stagger](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/using-running-attacks-to-create-infinite-combos-with-stagger/25208)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2026, 8:43am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/using-running-attacks-to-create-infinite-combos-with-stagger/25208 "2026-02-25T08:43:47Z")
Running attacks which have 3 or more hit combos are very strong because you can chain the running attack together after the 2nd hit with no recovery. Combined with a strong stagger weapon and the glove plague enchant whi… --- ## [NRFW Interactive Map - v4 has bosses, fishing spots, material spawns, whispers, and more](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/nrfw-interactive-map-v4-has-bosses-fishing-spots-material-spawns-whispers-and-more/25166)
**Author:** [@PrimarchMike](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/PrimarchMike)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 3:03am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/nrfw-interactive-map-v4-has-bosses-fishing-spots-material-spawns-whispers-and-more/25166 "2026-02-24T03:03:37Z")
I’ve been tracking what people can’t find. Updated the map with it. Siren claw spawns. Fishing spots that weren’t documented anywhere. The endgame bosses missing from every other resource. Whisper locations in Nameless … --- ## [Ultimate Tank Build](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/ultimate-tank-build/24766)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2026, 2:22pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/ultimate-tank-build/24766 "2026-02-16T14:22:58Z")
Intro Prioritizing parry damage, survivability, then block damage/stagger, and then 2h club stagger, this build allows for a lot of variety. Break Down This build uses mostly magical gear, largely because stagger re… --- ## [Easy Pestilence Areas](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/easy-pestilence-areas/23777)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 11:38pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/easy-pestilence-areas/23777 "2026-02-14T23:38:58Z")
Not sure how well known this is, but the most effective thing I have found to burn is torn sinew. You can burn 2 to turn an area pestilent, quickly clear it with no corruptions, and then 6 to max it out for the boss with… --- ## [Best Stagger Weapon](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/best-stagger-weapon/24637)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 12:08am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/best-stagger-weapon/24637 "2026-02-14T00:08:33Z")
Festering Cleft I feel like this might be a sleeper weapon. The stat requirements are not the norm for big weapons, requiring strength and intellect. Find yourself a blunt facet, load it up with stagger damage increa… --- ## [A Guide to Reactive Damage: Thorns, Thistle Ring, and Damage on Block](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/a-guide-to-reactive-damage-thorns-thistle-ring-and-damage-on-block/24237)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2026, 9:38am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/a-guide-to-reactive-damage-thorns-thistle-ring-and-damage-on-block/24237 "2026-02-13T09:38:14Z")
No reactive damage benefits from damage % increases like the fierce ring (damage % increased on damage taken). Thorns As much as I want thorns to be good, it’s just not in its current state. It does not benefit from p… --- ## [Some tips to speed up leveling of your next character](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/some-tips-to-speed-up-leveling-of-your-next-character/24565)
**Author:** [@Persimmon](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Persimmon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2026, 1:13pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/some-tips-to-speed-up-leveling-of-your-next-character/24565 "2026-02-12T13:13:00Z")
Obviously, it’s only viable if you’re ready to use a new character on an old realm with the story progressed/finished and/or hop between realms. So, if you want the whole and genuine experience of the game, just start wi… --- ## [Short Barrier Guide](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/short-barrier-guide/24193)
**Author:** [@fishypixels](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/fishypixels)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2026, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/short-barrier-guide/24193 "2026-02-09T17:59:37Z")
Patch 1 Update: Barriers have been nerfed VERY hard. Many have changed to fixed values rather than a percentage of your max health. Even gearing for max barrier, it’s difficult to both create and maintain any significan… --- ## [NRFTW Interactive Map v3.5.1 Updates - Introducing Snippets](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/nrftw-interactive-map-v3-5-1-updates-introducing-snippets/23773)
**Author:** [@PrimarchMike](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/PrimarchMike)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 4:26am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/nrftw-interactive-map-v3-5-1-updates-introducing-snippets/23773 "2026-02-04T04:26:56Z")
Its gotta be pretty cool to share your locations, notes, create a guide around your spot with your friends huh? Be sure to ctrl+F5 it so you can get the latest updates and be sure to check out our new reddit and discord!… --- ## [Official native GeForce Now linux app](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/official-native-geforce-now-linux-app/23193)
**Author:** [@cleverx](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/cleverx)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2026, 9:27pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/official-native-geforce-now-linux-app/23193 "2026-02-01T21:27:51Z")
Hi, an official linux app of GeForce Now is out. It’s in a beta status yet. Tested it on an ubuntu based distribution: Linux Mint 22.3 Kernel: Linux 6.14.0-37-generic Cinnamon 6.6.6 Steps for installation: downl… --- ## [If you cannot create a bug report due to the check failing](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/if-you-cannot-create-a-bug-report-due-to-the-check-failing/22110)
**Author:** [@Silas-Inservio-Pax](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Silas-Inservio-Pax)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 2:59am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/if-you-cannot-create-a-bug-report-due-to-the-check-failing/22110 "2026-01-25T02:59:28Z")
Please follow these instructions: Create a topic, after creating hit the X Go to My posts → Drafts hit the pencil Click “create topic” (aka submit) here again May your reporting days be full of joy a… --- ## [Tip: Mouse & Keyboard Dodge-Roll Setup for Better Flow & Accuracy(update 8)](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/tip-mouse-keyboard-dodge-roll-setup-for-better-flow-accuracy-update-8/22099)
**Author:** [@YavindPew](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/YavindPew)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 1:09am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/tip-mouse-keyboard-dodge-roll-setup-for-better-flow-accuracy-update-8/22099 "2026-01-25T01:09:10Z")
Mouse & keyboard is very personal, and everyone’s different. I just want to share how I remapped mouse & keyboard to improve accuracy, timing, and overall flow. I set up these new controls, and it honestly didn’t take lo… --- ## [PSA - Pestilence Outbreaks](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/psa-pestilence-outbreaks/20317)
**Author:** [@Silas-Inservio-Pax](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Silas-Inservio-Pax)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2025, 8:59am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/psa-pestilence-outbreaks/20317 "2025-09-15T08:59:10Z")
(updated: 4 February 2026) To Cerim small and large, thick and thin, salve This is an accumulation of nearly every question you could potentially have regarding Outbreaks. This is not a guide to show you the best cours… --- ## [Players helping players - build optimization](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/players-helping-players-build-optimization/18043)
**Author:** [@Chemile0n](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Chemile0n)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2025, 8:56am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/players-helping-players-build-optimization/18043 "2025-09-15T08:56:24Z")
this will be an experiment. i thought we could maybe have a thread here, where people who feel bricked with their characters or can’t seem to find a way to overcome a situation on their own can post their current gear an… --- ## [\[Instructions\] Playing With a Steam Deck Need Assistance Reporting Bugs](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/instructions-playing-with-a-steam-deck-need-assistance-reporting-bugs/20240)
**Author:** [@soapizzy](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/soapizzy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2025, 5:21pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/instructions-playing-with-a-steam-deck-need-assistance-reporting-bugs/20240 "2025-08-26T17:21:49Z")
Hey! Using a steam deck and recorded some bugs and crashes and need to know a best way of reporting it. Most instructions are for traditional PCs’ and not totally reflective of my device. Any assistance would be helpful! … --- ## [Ultimate Endgame Speedfarm Caretaker Build](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/ultimate-endgame-speedfarm-caretaker-build/19272)
**Author:** [@QuthLue](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/QuthLue)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2025, 4:33pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/ultimate-endgame-speedfarm-caretaker-build/19272 "2025-06-26T16:33:41Z")
https://youtu.be/FzUbypdYDPc big thanks to @BlackWaterPirate for inspiration! --- ## [How To Level Up Post Hotfix4 Nerfs](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/how-to-level-up-post-hotfix4-nerfs/18549)
**Author:** [@BlackWaterPirate](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/BlackWaterPirate)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2025, 2:15pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/how-to-level-up-post-hotfix4-nerfs/18549 "2025-06-05T14:15:29Z")
Here is how I level up my alts now that they have decided to nerf the Crucible. --- ## [Echo Knight Guide For Beginners (Melee)](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/echo-knight-guide-for-beginners-melee/18874)
**Author:** [@BlackWaterPirate](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/BlackWaterPirate)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2025, 4:28pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/echo-knight-guide-for-beginners-melee/18874 "2025-06-03T16:28:56Z")
--- ## [The Best & Worst Gems in No Rest for the Wicked The Breach](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/the-best-worst-gems-in-no-rest-for-the-wicked-the-breach/18754)
**Author:** [@Aemon\_Oni](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/Aemon_Oni)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2025, 9:29am UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/the-best-worst-gems-in-no-rest-for-the-wicked-the-breach/18754 "2025-06-03T09:29:45Z")
--- ## [The Shatter Gooney Experience](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/the-shatter-gooney-experience/18544)
**Author:** [@iastah](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/iastah)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2025, 4:15pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/the-shatter-gooney-experience/18544 "2025-05-24T16:15:57Z")
Wombat is able to keep Isola Sacra pestilence free. Shatter The basic mechanic is to freeze the pestilence and shatter. This mechanic is usually achieved by use cold weapon to freeze and another physical weapon to shat… --- ## [Stacking Armor and Diminishing Returns (Do Not Stack Armor)](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/stacking-armor-and-diminishing-returns-do-not-stack-armor/18371)
**Author:** [@BlackWaterPirate](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/u/BlackWaterPirate)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2025, 7:28pm UTC](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/t/stacking-armor-and-diminishing-returns-do-not-stack-armor/18371 "2025-05-21T19:28:13Z")
Try not to invest in armor past 50% or 751 points of armor Look for damage reduction Mix and match Explanation in the video: [Next page](https://forum.norestforthewicked.com/tag/guide/11.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=guide)