All Excry NPCs Guide (March 2026) Roles & Locations

Updated by Sunny Kaushik
February 7, 2026
Gaming

If you are diving into the immersive world of Excry, you quickly realize that knowing what NPCs do is just as important as mastering your combat skills. Whether you are looking for a specific merchant to offload loot, a quest giver to progress the story, or a hidden trainer to unlock a new skill class, finding the right Non-Playable Character (NPC) can be a challenge.

In this comprehensive guide, I have cataloged every major NPC in Excry, their locations, and their specific functions so you don’t have to wander aimlessly.

Quick Overview of Key NPCs in Excry

To help you navigate the world quickly, here is a summary of the most essential NPCs you will encounter early in the game:

NPC Name	Location	Primary Role	Key Service/Quest
Keeper Eldrin	Sanctuary Hub	Main Guide	Tutorials & Main Story Progression
Mercer the Iron	Blacksmith District	Weaponsmith	Weapon Upgrades & Crafting
Seraphina	Alchemy Tower	Alchemist	Potions & Status Cures
Grim	Shadowed Alley	Smuggler	Black Market Items
Lyra	Outskirts Camp	Skill Trainer	Unlocks Skill Trees
Captain Vane	City Barracks	Quest Giver	Bounty Board Missions

Main Hub NPCs (Sanctuary)

The Sanctuary is the first major safe zone you encounter in Excry. It acts as the central hub for your operations. Here, you will find the core NPCs that support your journey from level 1 to the endgame.

Keeper Eldrin

Location: The Sanctuary Spire (Center of the map)
What He Does:
Keeper Eldrin is your primary link to the main storyline. He doesn’t sell items, but he provides crucial lore and objectives. If you ever get lost and don’t know which main quest to tackle next, return to Eldrin. He also offers a “Recall” scroll that allows you to teleport back to the Sanctuary from anywhere in the world once every 30 minutes.

Pro Tip: Always check in with Eldrin after completing a major boss fight. He often updates his dialogue to hint at hidden side quests involving that boss.

Mercer the Iron

Location: The Forge (North-East District)
What He Does:
Mercer is the master blacksmith. He handles all your weapon and armor upgrades. Unlike other RPGs where you just pay gold, Mercer requires specific “Shards” found from defeated enemies.

Weapon Upgrades: Increases base damage.
Armor Refits: Increases defense and resistance elements.
Socketing: He can add sockets to gear for gems, but only after you reach Reputation Level 3 with the Artisan Guild.

Pro Tip: Don’t sell broken weapons you find in dungeons. Mercer can “Scrap” them for a much higher amount of upgrade materials than selling them to a general vendor.

Seraphina the Alchemist

Location: The Apothecary (West Wing)
What She Does:
Excry is a harsh world, and you will constantly be dealing with status effects like “Void Rot” or “Burning Blood.” Seraphina is the only NPC who sells the high-tier antidotes. She also crafts permanent stat-boosting potions called “Elixirs.”

Daily Brew: She offers a free random low-tier potion every day.
Crafting: Bring her herbs found in the wild to craft mana and health regeneration potions.

Pro Tip: If you are struggling with a boss that deals high elemental damage, buy her “Elemental Ward” potions before the fight. They last for 3 minutes and can save your life.

World Exploration & Quest NPCs

Once you leave the Sanctuary, the world opens up. These NPCs are scattered across the map, often in dangerous territories. Finding them usually unlocks specific side quests or beneficial services.

Lyra the Ranger

Location: The Whispering Woods (Entrance)
What She Does:
Lyra is the first skill trainer you meet outside the starting zone. She specializes in “Stealth” and “Archery” skill trees. Even if you are a mage class, investing in Lyra’s “Sprint” skill is highly recommended for better traversal.

How to Unlock: You must defeat the Alpha Wolf in the woods before she agrees to train you. This is a common theme in Excry—NPCs respect power.

Captain Vane

Location: Mercenary Outpost (South of the Sanctuary)
What He Does:
Captain Vane manages the Bounty Board. This is your primary source of gold grinding in Excry.

Bounties: Daily quests to kill specific elite monsters.
Reputation: Completing bounties increases your standing with the Mercenary faction, unlocking better gear at Vane’s specific vendor store.

Pro Tip: Pick up bounties that are on your way to main quest objectives. This is the most efficient way to level up in 2026.

The Wanderer

Location: Random spawn points (Wilderness)
What He Does:
The Wanderer is a mysterious merchant who appears randomly in the wilderness. He sells exotic items that cannot be found in the Sanctuary, including “Map Fragments” that reveal treasure chest locations.

Pro Tip: He disappears after you buy one item or travel 500 meters away. If you see him, stop what you are doing and check his inventory immediately!

Secret & Hidden NPCs

Excry is famous for its secrets. These NPCs are easy to miss but provide some of the best rewards in the game.

Grim

Location: Shadowed Alley (Sanctuary) – Only accessible at night (in-game time 22:00 – 04:00)
What He Does:
Grim runs the Black Market. He sells “Cursed Items.” These items have incredibly high stats but apply a negative debuff (e.g., +50 Attack but -10% Health per second). However, if you use a specific “Purification Stone” (sold by Seraphina), you can remove the curse, keeping the high stats without the downside. This is how you get endgame gear early.

The Echo

Location: The Cavern of Echoes (Dungeon Level 5)
What She Does:
The Echo isn’t a person but a spectral entity. She allows you to “Respec” your character. While you can respec at the main hub for gold, The Echo allows you to do it for free, but only once every 7 in-game days. She also sells unique “Skill Tomes” that modify how your abilities work (e.g., turning a Fireball into a homing missile).

Faction NPCs

As you progress, you will align yourself with different factions. Each has a leader that offers unique bonuses.

High Priestess Aria

Location: Temple of Light (Far North)
Faction: The Order
What She Does:
Aria offers “Blessings.” These are server-wide buffs that last for 1 hour. Donating gold to the temple increases the potency of these buffs for everyone in the faction.

Warlord Krog

Location: The Badlands (PvP Zone)
Faction: The Marauders
What He Does:
Krog sells “Siege Engines” and PvP-specific gear. If you plan on participating in the game’s massive 50v50 battles, you need to visit Krog to buy your siege weapons.

NPC Interaction Mechanics in Excry

Understanding where NPCs are is only half the battle. You need to know how the system works to get the most out of them.

The Affinity System

In Excry, NPCs remember your actions.

Gift Giving: You can give specific items to NPCs. For example, Mercer loves “Rare Ore.” Giving him this increases his Affinity.
Discounts: High Affinity unlocks discounts on services.
Secret Dialogue: At max Affinity, NPCs will reveal lore snippets or hidden quest markers that aren’t available to other players.

The Day/Night Cycle

As mentioned with Grim, some NPCs are nocturnal. Others are only available during the day.

Farmers: Only available during the day to sell crops.
Thieves/Smugglers: Only appear at night.
Always check the in-game clock (usually top right of the UI) if you are looking for someone specific.

Pro Tips for Navigating Excry’s NPC Network

Use the Map Markers: Whenever an NPC gives you a quest, they usually mark it on your map. If you find an NPC who isn’t marked, they are likely part of a hidden quest. Talk to everyone!
Listen for Audio Cues: Some NPCs, like the blacksmith, have distinct audio cues when you are near their shop. Use headphones to locate shops in crowded cities like the Sanctuary.
Don’t Ignore the “Flavor” Text: Sometimes, NPCs will mention “My brother in the next town…” This isn’t just filler. It usually points you to another NPC or a hidden quest chain.
Daily Resets: Most vendors and quest givers reset their stock and missions at midnight server time. If a bounty is too hard, check back the next day for a new one.

Troubleshooting Common NPC Issues

“I can’t find the NPC!”
If an NPC isn’t where the guide says they are:

Check if they are dead. In rare cases, NPC invasions happen. Wait for them to respawn (usually 5 minutes).
Check your active quests. Some NPCs move to a new location based on your progress in the main story.
Check the time of day.

“The NPC won’t talk to me!”

You might be missing a prerequisite item (e.g., a password, a key, or a specific armor set required to enter their zone).
You might be at the wrong Reputation level for that faction.

“The prices are too high!”

Increase your Affinity by completing their side quests or giving them gifts.
Wait for the “Weekly Market Festival” event where all prices drop by 20% globally.

FAQ’s

Where is the secret merchant Grim located in Excry?

Grim is located in the Shadowed Alley within the Sanctuary. However, he only appears during the in-game nighttime hours, specifically between 22:00 and 04:00. If you visit during the day, you won’t find him.

How do I unlock the skill trainer Lyra?

You must defeat the Alpha Wolf in the Whispering Woods. This is a combat encounter designed for players around Level 10. Once the wolf is defeated, Lyra will appear at the entrance of the woods to offer her training services.

Can NPCs die permanently in Excry?

Generally, no. Most essential NPCs will respawn after a few minutes if they are killed during an event or by a monster. However, their respawn timer can vary, so if an NPC is missing, wait about 5-10 minutes.

What is the best way to earn gold with NPCs?

The best method is to utilize Captain Vane at the Mercenary Outpost. Accepting and turning in bounties provides a high gold-to-time ratio. Additionally, selling scrap to Mercer the Iron is more profitable than selling to generic vendors.

How do I increase Affinity with NPCs?

You can increase Affinity by completing their specific side quests, giving them specific gifts (likes Rare Ore for Mercer), and choosing favorable dialogue options. High Affinity leads to discounts and secret quest unlocks.

Conclusion

Navigating the world of Excry is about more than just hacking and slashing your way through monsters. The NPCs breathe life into the world, offer crucial services, and hold the keys to the most powerful gear and secrets. Whether you are grinding bounties with Captain Vane or trading illegal goods with Grim, knowing who to talk to and when will make your journey significantly smoother.

Make sure to bookmark this guide as we update it whenever new patches introduce NPCs to Excry.