Quick Answer
The biggest Act 2 gear mistake is not missing one item; it is advancing too fast and changing vendor, prisoner, or reward states. Before the Nightsong-related lockout, audit Last Light, Moonrise vendors, and side quests.
Recommended Route
| Stage | What To Do | Watch Out |
|---|---|---|
| Entering Act 2 | Find safe hub and curse protection first | Do not wander deep blindly |
| Last Light | Check vendors, companion beats, and protection quests | NPC safety matters |
| Moonrise | Shop and rescue before full hostility | Many states change after assault |
| Before lockout | Sort bags, buy scrolls, upgrade gear | Then push deep into Shar content |
Key Checks
- Light and curse protection are gear in Act 2.
- Buy key consumables before vendors turn hostile.
- Do prisoner and companion tasks before the final assault.