Keeperrl May 2026

: There is a significant jump in power when moving from leather/wood to iron, and an even larger one when moving to adamantine. If your minions are reaching 70/70 stats and still struggling, the issue is likely their gear tier rather than their base levels.

To optimize your army, focus on these critical equipment strategies: KeeperRL

: Heavy melee combatants can have limbs chopped off. High-tier armor and shields are the primary defense against these debilitating injuries. : There is a significant jump in power

: If you find your minions swapping out your carefully chosen gear for items they perceive as "better" (like a +1 Helm over a specialized spell-casting hat), you can lock the item in their inventory. Hover your mouse to the left of the item name in the minion's equipment screen to reveal an invisible lock icon. Strategic Tips for Equipment High-tier armor and shields are the primary defense