Dark and Darker: How to Complete the Rest for the Dead Quest

The Rest for the Dead quest in Dark and Darker is a deceptively simple objective that can quickly become dangerous if you're not prepared. On paper, the task only requires players to eliminate undead enemies, but the environments where undead spawn, and the risks involved, make this quest a real test of positioning, resource management, and survival instincts. This guide will walk you through how to complete the quest efficiently while maximizing your rewards and minimizing unnecessary losses.

 

Quest Overview

 

Objective: Kill Undead (10x)

 

Rewards:

1 Unique Krampus' Coin

1 Random Epic Armor

 

While the goal is straightforward, undead enemies in Dark and Darker often appear in cramped corridors, multi-mob patrols, or high-risk dungeon sections. Proper planning can save both time and Dark and Darker Gold, especially if you want to avoid costly deaths and gear losses.

 

Best Locations to Find Undead Enemies

 

Undead enemies are most commonly found in crypt-style areas across multiple dungeon types. Skeletons, zombies, and mummies all count toward the quest objective, making this quest flexible in terms of location.

 

Recommended areas include:

 

Crypts with narrow hallways and bone piles

 

Lower floors of standard dungeon maps

 

Rooms with sarcophagi or ritual props

 

These locations tend to spawn undead consistently, allowing you to farm kills efficiently without wandering too far or risking PvP encounters early on.

 

Class Recommendations

 

Although any class can complete the quest, certain builds perform much better against undead mobs.

 

Top-performing classes for this quest:

 

Cleric: Excellent sustain and bonus damage against undead

 

Fighter: High survivability and consistent damage output

 

Ranger: Safely pick off undead from a distance

 

Wizard: Strong AoE spells for clustered mobs (use cautiously)

 

Clerics in particular shine here, as their undead-focused abilities can reduce both fight duration and healing costs, preserving resources and protecting your Dark and Darker Items.

 

Combat Tips for Killing Undead Safely

 

Undead enemies tend to be predictable but punishing if mismanaged. Many have slow wind-ups but deal heavy damage on hit.

 

Key combat strategies:

 

Pull enemies one at a time whenever possible

 

Use doorways and corners to control mob movement

 

Avoid fighting multiple undead in tight spaces

 

Watch stamina, panic swings lead to deaths

 

Blunt weapons are especially effective against skeletons, allowing for faster kills and reduced durability loss on your gear.

 

Managing Risk and Resources

 

One of the biggest mistakes players make during this quest is overcommitting. Since the reward includes an Epic Armor piece, some players rush the objective and end up losing far more than they gain.

 

To stay efficient:

 

Bring only necessary consumables

 

Avoid unnecessary PvP engagements

 

Extract immediately after completing the objective

 

Smart play here protects your Dark and Darker Gold reserves and keeps your valuable gear intact for future runs.

 

Completing the Quest Faster

 

You don't need to kill all 10 undead in a single run. Progress carries over between dungeon attempts, allowing you to play cautiously and stack kills over time.

 

Efficiency tips:

 

Aim for 3–4 undead kills per run

 

Reset if spawns are unfavorable

 

Avoid high-traffic PvP zones late in matches

 

This approach drastically lowers death risk while still progressing steadily toward completion.

 

Final Thoughts

 

The Rest for the Dead quest is an excellent early-to-mid progression objective that rewards patience and smart dungeon navigation. While the task itself is simple, completing it efficiently requires awareness of undead spawn locations, proper class selection, and careful resource management.

 

By following this guide, you'll finish the quest with minimal losses, protect your Dark and Darker Items, and come away stronger, both in gear and experience. Whether you're farming efficiently or building toward harder content, this quest is a worthwhile step on your journey through the deadly dungeons of Dark and Darker.