How Many Entries Do You Need for Hunter’s Mark? A Deep Dive into Hunter’s Journal Completion
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The burning question for many adventurers seeking the coveted Hunter’s Mark is: exactly how many entries in the Hunter’s Journal are required? The answer, while seemingly straightforward, comes with nuances that are essential for completionists and achievement hunters alike.
You do not need to complete the entire Hunter’s Journal for the Hunter’s Mark. You need to complete enough of the journal for the Hunter to reward you with it. You must obtain at least 146 entries to unlock the “Keen Hunter” achievement, and this number does not include the Hunter’s Notes. When you achieve this, you should be able to get the hunter’s mark upon return. To get the “True Hunter” achievement, you must complete all Hunter’s Notes, which goes in tandem with filling the journal, and then return to the Hunter for your Mark and the achievement. The Hunter’s Mark isn’t just a mark but also a transformative reveal of the Hunter’s true nature, it is a reward for persistent dedication to documenting the creatures of the world.
Understanding the Hunter’s Journal
The Hunter’s Journal is a compendium of all the various enemies, bosses, and creatures encountered in the game. Each entry requires you to defeat a specific number of each creature to unlock its detailed description, behavior, and other insights. The entries range from common bugs to rare, powerful foes. While it can feel like a daunting task to complete, the rewards, lore, and sense of accomplishment are well worth the effort. There are multiple entry types in the journal which include: opening entries, transfer entries, closing entries, compound entries, adjusting entries, and reversing entries. Each type of entry is used for a specific purpose.
The Journey to Hunter’s Mark
To receive the Hunter’s Mark, you must not only focus on completing the journal entries, but also on the additional notes the Hunter has. Completing the journal requires more kills on each foe to unlock the Hunter’s notes for that creature. These additional notes offer a more in depth perspective on the creature from the Hunter.
The Hunter’s Revelation
Upon your return to the Hunter once the journal is complete, a significant event unfolds. Before presenting you with the Hunter’s Mark, the floor beneath you collapses. This event reveals that the “cave” the Hunter occupies is actually just a part of his hood, and his true form is a large, thin figure. This is an important story piece and a very memorable moment.
Hunter’s Mark Mechanics
The Hunter’s Mark isn’t just a cosmetic reward; it’s also a significant buff. It allows the user to select a target, and when they hit it, an additional die of damage is dealt to that target. Additionally, it helps the player track their target, providing advantage on Wisdom (Perception) or Wisdom (Survival) checks to find it. This spell works best when a player is able to focus on one single target.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hunter’s Mark and the Hunter’s Journal
1. What exactly is the Hunter’s Mark?
The Hunter’s Mark is a mystical mark that provides an additional 1d6 damage whenever you hit it with a weapon attack, and you have advantage on any Wisdom (Perception) or Wisdom (Survival) check you make to find it.
2. Do I need all Hunter’s Notes to get the Hunter’s Mark?
No, you don’t need all **Hunter's Notes** for the Hunter’s Mark. However, all Hunter’s Notes are needed to get the **"True Hunter"** achievement. The "Keen Hunter" achievement and mark come after a certain number of entries.
3. How many entries are needed for the “Keen Hunter” achievement?
You need at least **146 entries** to unlock the "Keen Hunter" achievement, and also be eligible for the mark.
4. Is the Void Idol needed to unlock the Hunter’s Mark?
No, the **Void Idol** is not required to obtain the Hunter's Mark.
5. Is the Hunter’s Mark better than Hex?
The **Hunter's Mark** is only slightly better than Hex. This is because it uses your weapon damage type, and the bonus that makes the marked creature easier to track.
6. Does Hunter’s Mark stack with other Hunter’s Marks?
No, same-name effects do not stack. For instance, auras, buffs, and debuffs like Hunter’s Mark, should not stack.
7. Can a wizard learn Hex?
No, Hex is not on the wizard spell list, therefore, wizards cannot learn it through standard means like spells scrolls.
8. Can I combine Hunter’s Mark and Favored Foe?
No, you cannot combine Hunter’s Mark and Favored Foe because you can’t concentrate on both simultaneously.
9. Can I cast Hunter’s Mark twice?
No, a single caster cannot benefit from more than one **Hunter's Mark**. However, two different casters could benefit from their own Hunter's Mark on the same target.
10. Does Hunter’s Mark double on a critical hit?
No, **Hunter's Mark** does not double on a critical hit.
11. What does Hunter’s Mark do specifically?
**Hunter's Mark** allows you to mystically mark a creature. When you hit it with a weapon attack, you deal an additional die of damage. Additionally, you have advantage on any Wisdom (Perception) or Wisdom (Survival) check you make to find it.
12. Can you move Hunter’s Mark to a different creature?
Yes, after the target dies, you can move the **Hunter's Mark** as a bonus action for as long as you concentrate on the spell.
13. What is the range of the Hunter’s Mark spell?
**Hunter's Mark** has a casting range of 90 feet.
14. Is there an opportunity to dream nail the Hunter?
Yes, the only time you can **Dream Nail** the Hunter is after he grants you the **Hunter's Mark**, as you cannot reach his head at any other point.
15. How does the damage of the Hunter’s Mark scale?
When cast using a 1st or 2nd level spell slot, **Hunter's Mark** does 1d6 force damage once per turn. This increases to 2d6 force damage once per turn if cast at third or fourth level, and 3d6 once per turn if cast at 5th or higher.
Conclusion
Understanding the specifics of the Hunter’s Journal and how it ties into the Hunter’s Mark is essential for any player aiming for complete mastery. By knowing that you need 146 entries, but do not need all the notes, to get the mark, you can plan your approach more effectively. This knowledge, combined with the FAQs, provides a complete resource for adventurers on their path to becoming true hunters.