Items & Event Counters

Swim Ring, Scuba Gear, Harpoon Gun, Captain Whiskers

Spyglass, Heart Piece, Heart Note, Message in a Bottle

Anchor [S-Tier]

Source: Ship / Chest | <strong>Counters:</strong> Giant Squid, Whirlpool | <strong>Ending:</strong> True Ending route

The single most important safety item. Without Anchor, Giant Squid and Whirlpool are run-ending.

Flare Gun [S-Tier]

Source: Ship / Chest | <strong>Counters:</strong> Hope, Other People | <strong>Ending:</strong> Rescue (primary)

Primary rescue signaling item. Use during Hope events to signal aircraft. Do not waste on non-rescue events.

Flashlight [S-Tier]

Source: Ship | <strong>Counters:</strong> Hope, Shadow Figure | <strong>Ending:</strong> Rescue (backup)

Backup rescue item and Shadow Figure defense.

Duct Tape [A-Tier]

Source: Ship / Chest | <strong>Counters:</strong> Leak, Eerie Melody

Counters two different night events. Repair use is optional — save for event counters.

Bucket [A-Tier]

Source: Ship | <strong>Counters:</strong> Leak, Eerie Melody | <strong>Ending:</strong> Heart route

Versatile item for Leak and Eerie Melody events.

Bait [A-Tier]

Source: Ship / Events

Fishing requires Bait. Only consumed on catch (v1.1.2+). Effective until Day 60 in v1.1.3.

Fishing Rod [A-Tier]

Source: Ship

Daily food gathering. Requires Bait. Primary food source.

First Aid Kit [A-Tier]

Source: Ship

Heals 70% (buffed from 50% in v1.1.3). Critical for surviving dangerous encounters.