Mercenary Contracts

Fortify Your Domain with Mercenary Contracts for tModLoader

Are you tired of facing the dangers of tModLoader alone? Introducing Mercenary Contracts, a game-changing mod that allows you to enlist the aid of loyal companions to defend your base, accompany you on perilous journeys, and even undertake dangerous expeditions on your behalf. This mod injects a new layer of strategic depth and practical assistance into your tModLoader adventures.

Recruiting Your Personal Guard

The process of hiring a mercenary is seamlessly integrated into the game. Seek out the Merchant, a familiar vendor who now offers specialized Guard Posts alongside his usual wares. Once you place a Guard Post in the world, a mercenary will arrive, ready to serve. You have the freedom to equip these mercenaries with any weapons, armor, and accessories you possess, allowing you to customize their loadouts to perfectly suit their assigned tasks.

Intelligent Companions, Unparalleled Functionality

Mercenaries in this mod are far more than simple reskinned enemies. They are fully realized characters whose combat and utility systems mirror your own. This means that any equipment you equip them with, including powerful weapons, defensive gear, specialized accessories, and even modded items, will function exactly as intended. Whether it’s a swift yoyo, a devastating spellbook, or a set of potent wings, your mercenaries will wield them with the same effectiveness as you do, opening up a vast array of tactical possibilities without requiring complex compatibility patches.

Strategic Deployment and Orders

Mercenaries can be given specific orders to maximize their usefulness. Choose from the following:

• Defend the Post: Assign your mercenary to protect a designated area around their Guard Post. You can even adjust the defensive radius, visualized in-game, to fine-tune their patrol zone.
• Bodyguard: Keep a trusted ally by your side. Mercenaries set to “Bodyguard” mode will follow you closely, utilizing their own accessories like wings and rocket boots to keep pace, ensuring you’re never left undefended.

The Power of Expeditions

Beyond combat and protection, Mercenary Contracts introduces a unique expedition system. Pack a mercenary’s satchel with specific items, and send them on their way. The items you choose dictate the potential rewards: torches might yield ores, rope could uncover hidden chests, and healing potions might bring back valuable enemy drops. The duration of the expedition is determined by time, with a visible countdown timer displayed at the Guard Post. Importantly, expeditions will only ever return resources and items that are naturally obtainable within your current tModLoader progression, ensuring a balanced and rewarding experience.

Resilience and Multiplayer Support

Should the worst happen and a mercenary fall in battle, their gear remains on their fallen contract. You can then hire a new mercenary to take up the mantle and continue the fight. The mod also features multiplayer support, allowing your hired help to function as simulated entities on the server. This means they will actively participate in combat whether you are online or not, and other players can issue orders and equip mercenaries, with the server ensuring consistency across all clients.