The Captain is one of the most unique and tactical survivors available in Risk of Rain 2. As commander of the UES Safe Travels, he brings massive orbital support and defense capabilities to any run. Understanding how to properly utilize his kit will allow you to dominate late-game encounters with ease.
How to Unlock Captain
To unlock the Captain, players must complete the Washed Away achievement by successfully finishing a run. This requires traveling to Sky Meadow, reaching the Moon, defeating Mithrix, and safely escaping via the UES Safe Travels. You can complete this challenge on any difficulty setting, making Drizzle a great option for quick completion.
Mastering Captain Abilities
Captain's primary attack, the Vulcan Shotgun, fires eight pellets that can be charged to narrow the spread. His passive, Defensive Microbots, automatically destroys incoming enemy projectiles and gets duplicated onto acquired drones. For crowd control, his Power Tazer shocks enemies, opening up targets for heavy damage from his Orbital Probe or DIABLO Strike.
Choosing the Best Supply Beacons
Orbital Supply Beacons offer permanent zone benefits that dropping twice per stage can turn the tide of battle. The Hacking Beacon stands out as one of his best utility options, opening nearby chests and shrines for free. Alternatively, Healing and Shocking beacons provide solid survivability and crowd control during intense teleporter events.
Essential Items and Synergy
Because the Vulcan Shotgun fires eight individual pellets, on-hit items like Tri-Tip Dagger, Ukulele, and AtG Missile Mark Mk. 1 trigger frequently. The Captain severely lacks inherent mobility, making items like Paul's Goat Hoof and Hopoo Feather absolute necessities. Stacking attack speed also increases the fire rate of his Defensive Microbots, enhancing overall protection.
