The sprawling universe of Starfield offers a cornucopia of opportunitiesincluding legal and illicit. While the game encourages lawful behavior, the temptation to steal that slick spacesuit or unique artifact can be overwhelming. But fear not!
If you’ve succumbed to your kleptomaniac tendencies, there’s a way to clean those stolen items and reintegrate them into society, free from any red-tag stigma. This comprehensive guide will teach you exactly how to remove the stolen status from items in Starfield.
The Mechanics of Stealing
Before we move on to the actual laundering process, it’s essential to understand the mechanics of stealing in Starfield:
- Stolen Items: Any item acquired illegally is marked with a red tag in your inventory.
- Contraband: A separate category that includes illegal substances and items. Contraband items cannot be laundered using this method.
Legal Implications
- Confiscation: Authorities will take all stolen items if you get arrested. You will also have a problem landing on planets if you can’t trick scans with Shielded Cargo and Scan Jammer.
- Trading Limitations: Most vendors won’t deal with stolen goods.
Finding a Trade Authority Vendor to Remove the “Stolen” Tag
Finding a Trade Authority (Complete list of Trade Authority locations and how to get there) vendor is your first step in laundering stolen items. These NPCs are sprinkled across major cities and can handle the legal complexities of your questionable assets.
Locations to find Trade Authority Vendors:
| Trade Authority Location | Planet (Star System) |
|---|---|
| Neon | Volii Alpha |
| Cydonia | Mars, Sol |
| New Atlantis | Jemison (Alpha Centauri) |
| The Den | Cthonia (Wolf) |
| The Key | Suvorov (Kryx) |
| Akila City | Akila (Cheyenne) |
Laundering Process: How to Remove the Stolen Status
Step 1: Approach the Vendor
Locate a Trade Authority building in any city and start conversing with the NPC vendor. Steer clear of kiosksthey won’t help you in this case.
Step 2: Navigate to the Sell Menu
Once the interaction menu pops up, go to the ‘Sell’ section.
Step 3: Offload Your Stolen Items
Sell the items you wish to launder to the vendor. Keep the vendor interaction menu open so that the Buy Back tab remains active. If you close it, you can still buy your items back, but the prices will be the original ones, instead of the ones you sold them at.
Step 4: Move to the ‘Buy Back’ Menu
Switch your menu to the Vendor > Buy Back section (in the photo above I made a mistake and closed the interaction, so I had to head to the Vendor > Buy section instead.
Step 5: Repurchase the Items
Buy back the items you’ve sold. They will now be clean, with no stolen tags attached.
Exceptions & Limitations
- This method will not work for contraband items. A contraband item is always illegal.
- Some stolen items might be too expensive to buy back immediately, so ensure you have enough money for the transaction.
FAQ
Q: Can I launder items stored in my ship? A: This method works for items in your ship’s cargo hold.
Q: Is this method foolproof? A: As far as we know, unless the developers decide to patch it out.
Conclusion
While Starfield’s universe offers limitless exploration and opportunities, stealing can box you into tight corners. This guide should help you make stolen items your ownlegally. Just remember, this doesnt apply to contraband. Stay safe and happy exploring!
Happy gaming, and may your Starfield inventory always be free of legal encumbrances!
Originally posted 2023-10-05 12:43:16.
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