Before a player can start exploring the world ofSalt and Sacrifice, they must first create a character. This is a multistep process, and one of the things thatindie video gamefans must determine during it is their character’s crime. Each crime inSalt and Sacrificehas an associated item, which players will gain access to upon starting the game, and this guide will provide details on what those items are.
To note, while crime itemsare similar tokeepsakes inElden Ringand gifts inDark Souls, the process of picking a crime inSalt and Sacrificeis slightly more complicated. This complication is due to the fact that a character’s crime will have some roleplaying implications, though the full extent of them is not currently known, requiring players to think a bit more deeply about their choice.
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Alchemy
Phlogiston Decoction x3
Can be thrown to apply a flammable liquid that deals Fire damage to a surface.
Forgery
Forged Deed
A key item. A forged deed of ownership to a modest parcel of land in Altarstone Kingdom. Whoever purchases this forged deed is in for quite a rude surprise.
Heresy
Krine Tablet
A key item. A tablet of Krine, the judging God. The first and seventh acts of the Seven Heresies are to place one’s foot on the tablet, symbolizing that one’s actions begin and end according to the will of the individual, not the will of the gods.
Lasciviousness
Lock of Hair
A key item. A lock of hair, bound together as a keepsake.
Smuggling
Signal Lantern
A key item. A brass signal lamp with a sturdy base and reinforced handle. It relies on tiny bursts of flame and concentrated quicklime to illuminate the lens, allowing sailors to communicate from a great distance.
A key item. A simple wooden doll.
Salt and Sacrifice: Best Crime
There are a few ways that fans can go about selecting a crime, and all of them are viable. The first approach is to emphasize roleplaying and pick a crime that is aligned with the player’s vision for their character. While this may not lead to the most-powerful starting item, it will promote immersion, establishing a suitable backstory for theMarked Inquisitor inSalt and Sacrifice.
If a fan does not have a specificSalt and Sacrificecharacterin mind, then they may want to simply pick a crime that provides a key item that sounds interesting to them. Indeed, these items are intriguing, as they can be used to perform unique actions throughout the game, and they are granted by the Forgery, Heresy, Lasciviousness, Smuggling, and Vagrancy crimes.
Alternatively, players can put all of their attention on obtaining a starting item with obvious gameplay implications. Arson, Brigandry, and Usury all grant items that could fall into that category, andSouls-likefans that select them will start the game with an advantage. That said, that advantage is not likely to have much of an impact in the long run, and players may be better served by taking one of the other approaches to crime selection.
Salt and Sacrificeis available on PC, PS4, and PS5.
