Indiana Jones & The Great Circle: Tips for Upgrading Health and Stamina

Enhancing Indiana Jones’ health in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a prime focus for many newcomers to the game. Developed by Bethesda Softworks, this latest installment redefines the health and skill upgrade dynamics within the gameplay experience. Players are uniquely positioned to make choices on behalf of Indiana Jones, immersing themselves in his adventures with his iconic whip in hand. With the game starting in Vatican City, it presents a compelling blend of action, stealth, and exploration, encouraging players to upgrade their skills for a richer gameplay experience.

The health system may initially seem intricate, as it deviates from traditional formats. Upgrades hinge primarily on acquiring certain books scattered throughout the game world, often requiring exploration of hidden areas or some monetary investment. Nonetheless, the Health and Stamina mechanics operate distinctly from other skills, emphasizing strategic resource management.

Understanding Health & Stamina Upgrades

Locating Medicine Bottles

Valeria selling medicine bags in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

In Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, upgrades to health and stamina depend exclusively on books, which can be acquired in Vatican City. Players can initiate the quest “A Remedy For All” from Valeria, a nun at the local pharmacy. Completing this quest allows players to earn essential stamina or health upgrades by collecting medicine bottles scattered throughout the city.

It is crucial to gather these bottles and complete the associated quest before advancing past the Vatican City storyline, as their availability may diminish later in the narrative.

Additionally, players can find the Moxie and Shaping Up books across Vatican City within The Great Circle.

Each upgrade book requires five Medicine Bottles to unlock and features three separate levels for both health and stamina enhancements. To redeem these books, players must spend Adventure Points, starting at 300 for each of the initial books.

Medicine Bottle Locations

Medicine bottles are vital collectibles in Vatican City not just for completing quests but also for the significant health and stamina upgrades they provide. Here’s a concise list of locations where players can find these essential items:

Location	Description
The Vatican Post Office	Located in the alley behind the post office on the northeast side of the map.
Apostolic Palace	Between the pharmacy and the post office, found in the alleyway.
Apostolic Palace	Near the Tower of Nicholas V, at the top of the staircase with patrolling guards.
Belvedere Courtyard	Inside a tent, open but requires stealth to acquire.
Belvedere Courtyard	Within the Blackshirt camp, located in the east tent.
Blackshirt Barracks	Inside the barracks on the northwest side of the map.
Borgia Tower	On a table in the alleyway adjacent to Borgia Tower.
Borgia Courtyard	On the rooftop, guarded by a single enemy.
Apostolic Palace	Inside Father Ventura’s office during the “A Snake in the Garden”quest.
Excavation Site	At the bottom of the stairs leading to the excavation area.
Excavation Site	On the southeast side, found inside a tent.
Excavation Site	During “The Mad Priest”quest, in the sewers at the pathway’s end.
Borgia Tower	Post “A Nun in Trouble,”access the gap near Borgia Tower with Giuliana’s Key and navigate to the bottle.
Blackshirt Barracks	After acquiring the Blackshirt disguise, you can enter the barracks using the Blackshirt Key.
Blackshirt Camp	Locate this bottle in the open while wearing the Blackshirt disguise.

These fifteen Medicine Bottles can be found throughout Vatican City, often hidden in packages similar to medical kits that typically contain bandages and other health-related essentials in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

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