As the fog thickens and the Entity's realm continues to evolve, Dead by Daylight introduces a new set of teachable perks in today's Shrine of Secrets. Let's delve into the offerings: Any Means Necessary, Hex: Retribution, Thwack!, and Hyperfocus. Each brings a unique flavor to the game, and we'll explore their origins, effects, and which might be the most advantageous choice for your playstyle.

šŸ› ļø Any Means Necessary - Teachable perk from Yui Kimura

Any Means Necessary empowers survivors to take control of the environment. After dropping a pallet, this perk allows you to reset the dropped pallet, giving you another tool to prolong chases and create strategic obstacles. Yui Kimura's knack for resourcefulness shines through in this perk, offering survivors a valuable tool for survival.

šŸŒ€ Hex: Retribution - Teachable perk from The Deathslinger

Unleash the wrath of a Hex that retaliates when shattered. Those who dare defy you shall face retribution.
Survivors engaging in the cleansing or blessing of any Totem endure the Oblivious Status Effect for 35/40/45 seconds. Upon cleansing or blessing a Hex Totem, the Auras of all Survivors become laid bare to you for 15 seconds.
The impact of this Hex Perk endures until its corresponding Hex Totem is either cleansed or blessed.

šŸŖ„ Thwack! - Teachable perk from The Skull Merchant

Upon hooking a Survivor, THWACK! springs into action: The subsequent instance of breaking a Breakable Wall or a Pallet triggers a scream from all Survivors within 28/30/32 meters of your position, unveiling their Auras for a duration of 4 seconds.

šŸŽÆ Hyperfocus - Teachable perk from Rebecca Chambers

Upon successfully hitting a Great Skill Check during repair or healing actions, Hyperfocus accumulates 1 Token, with a cap set at 6 Tokens. Each Token bestows stackable effects:

  • Raises the Skill Check Trigger odds by +4% per Token.
  • Accelerates the Skill Check Rotation speed by +4% per Token.
  • Enhances the Skill Check Bonus progression by 10/20/30% of its base value per Token.

It's important to note that Hyperfocus forfeits all Tokens in the event of succeeding a Good Skill Check, encountering a failed Skill Check, or experiencing any interruption to the ongoing action.

šŸ¤” Comparing the Perks šŸ¤”

Choosing the optimal perk depends on your preferred role and strategy:

  • Any Means Necessary is a survivor-centric perk, offering a strategic advantage by resetting pallets. It's a versatile choice for survivors who want to control the environment and extend chases.
  • Hex: Retribution is a powerful killer perk that provides valuable information by revealing survivor auras when dull totems are approached. It's an excellent choice for killers who want to maintain control over the game's flow and make informed decisions.
  • Thwack! is tailored for killers disrupting survivor coordination by making them scream after removing successfully a pallet or wall. It's a solid choice for killers who want to impede survivor communication and make chases more challenging.
  • Hyperfocus is a survivor perk that rewards resilience and objective-focused play.

Ultimately, the best choice depends on your playstyle and role. Whether you're a survivor looking to outwit the killer or a killer seeking to control the game, each perk offers a unique advantage. So, choose wisely, adapt your strategy, and let the fog bear witness to your triumph. May your trials be cunning and your strategies shrouded in mystery! šŸ’€šŸŒŒ