Mortal Shell 2: Reset a Shell & Get All Glimpse Back
In Mortal Shell 2, you can reset a shell to its base state and recover all Glimpse you have spent on it by using a specific in-game item or mechanic, depending on your platform and version. This guide explains the exact steps, the costs involved, and what you get back, so you can re-spec your character without losing progress.
What Does Resetting a Shell Mean?
Resetting a shell in Mortal Shell 2 reverts all the upgrades you have purchased for that shell back to their default levels. This includes all stats, abilities, and passive bonuses you unlocked with Glimpse. The shell returns to its starting state, and you receive a full refund of the Glimpse you invested, allowing you to spend it again on a different build or shell.
How to Reset a Shell
The reset process is tied to a specific NPC or item, depending on the game’s current version. In the base game and its updates, you can reset a shell by speaking to the Old Prisoner in Fallgrim, near the Tower. He offers a service called “Reclaim” that costs a small amount of Tar and resets the shell you are currently wearing. Here is the step-by-step:
- Travel to Fallgrim and locate the Old Prisoner, who sits in a cell near the Tower entrance.
- Interact with him and select the “Reclaim” or “Reset” option.
- Confirm that you want to reset your current shell. The game will warn you that all upgrades will be lost.
- Pay the Tar cost (the exact amount scales with your level, but it is always modest).
- Your shell resets to level 1, and all Glimpse spent on its upgrades is returned to your inventory.
If you are playing the Rotting Christ update or a later patch, the mechanic may be accessible from the menu under “Character” > “Reset,” but the NPC method remains the most reliable across versions.
What Glimpse Do You Get Back?
You receive a 100% refund of all Glimpse spent on that shell’s upgrades. This includes Glimpse spent on increasing stats like Health, Stamina, and Resolve, as well as any Glimpse used to unlock special abilities or passive traits. However, you do not get back Glimpse spent on other things, such as purchasing weapons or items from merchants. The refund is immediate and appears in your inventory as Glimpse shards or full Glimpse, depending on the amount.
Why Reset a Shell?
Players typically reset a shell for one of three reasons:
- Build experimentation: You want to try a different playstyle (e.g., from a tanky build to a fast, stamina-focused one) without starting a new game.
- Correction of mistakes: You accidentally upgraded a stat you rarely use, and you want those points back.
- Shell switching: You want to move all your invested Glimpse from one shell to another, since Glimpse is shared across shells but upgrades are not.
Resetting is also useful before a New Game+ run, where you might want to re-optimize your build for higher difficulty.
Common Problems and Misconceptions
One common misconception is that resetting a shell also resets your character’s level or progress. It does not—only the shell’s upgrades are reverted. Your overall character level, Tar, and Glimpse totals remain intact. Another issue players face is not finding the Old Prisoner if they have already freed him or progressed past a certain point. In that case, the reset option may move to the Tower’s main hub, where the Sester Genessa resides. If you cannot find the option at all, check that you have the latest patch installed, as early versions did not include a reset feature.
Cost and Limitations
The reset service costs Tar, not Glimpse. The Tar cost is relatively low—usually a few hundred Tar, even for high-level shells. There is no limit to how many times you can reset, but each reset costs Tar again. You cannot reset a shell while you are in combat or in a dungeon; you must be in a safe area like Fallgrim or the Tower. Also, you can only reset the shell you are currently wearing—you cannot reset a shell you have not equipped yet.
Alternatives to Resetting
If you do not want to reset, you can simply earn more Glimpse by defeating enemies and exploring. Glimpse is plentiful in the mid-to-late game, so many players choose to just farm a bit instead of resetting. Another alternative is to start a new game with a different shell, but that loses all your Tar and items. For most players, resetting is the best option because it is fast and refunds everything.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does resetting a shell remove its unique abilities?
Yes, all abilities unique to that shell are removed, and you will need to repurchase them with Glimpse. The shell’s base stats and starting weapon are not affected.
Can I reset a shell after I have already upgraded it multiple times?
Yes, you can reset at any time, regardless of how many upgrades you have purchased. The refund is always 100% of the Glimpse spent.
Will resetting affect my achievements or trophies?
No, resetting does not lock you out of any achievements. You can still earn all trophies even if you reset multiple times.
Is there a way to reset without the Old Prisoner?
If the Old Prisoner is unavailable, check the Tower’s main hall for a new NPC or a menu option. In the latest patch, the reset is also available from the pause menu under “Character.”
Do I lose Tar when I reset?
You spend Tar to use the reset service, but you do not lose any other Tar you are carrying. The cost is deducted from your current Tar pool.
Can I reset a shell that I have not fully upgraded?
Yes, you can reset a shell at any upgrade level. You will get back exactly the Glimpse you have spent so far, even if you have only invested a little.
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