The Zone is getting another round of sneaky commerce. STALCRAFT: X posted that Baron has sent word about a fresh batch of rare goods hitting the Black Market, and the announcement names Arsenal as part of the preparations.
“In a few days, the first lots will arrive and we’ll open the bidding. We won’t reveal what they are – traditions are traditions. We can only hint that both resellers and hard workers will definitely find something worth spending money on. Especially since Arsenal is involved in the preparations – a well-known craftsman from the North of the Zone.”
“The rules stay the same as before. No buyouts: a lot stays up for one day and goes to whoever offers the most. From November 26 to December 2, new items will be appearing, so it’s the perfect time to count your stashed cash and get ready to bid.”
The core details are simple and worth repeating. No buyouts. Each lot remains available for exactly one day and goes to the highest bidder. New lots will appear across November 26 to December 2. Players who hoard caps or rare barter items should plan their bankrolls now.
Arsenal gets a namecheck in the post. He’s described as a craftsman from the North of the Zone which suggests these lots could include crafted weapons or specialized equipment rather than just common trinkets. That fits recent content moves that mixed seasonal cosmetics with meaningful gear changes. The announcement arrives after recent seasonal updates in the game and ties into a pattern of limited time events that push players back into the Black Market.
For context on the game’s recent items and season packs, CPG covered the “Horrors of the Zone” season pack and its cosmetics and points bundle which set a precedent for limited drops and themed goods during short events. Expect a brief, competitive window for each lot. If history is any guide, the rarest items will draw quick bids and provoke trading chatter in the days after each sale. Players who want something specific should watch the Market closely and be ready to act on the day a lot appears.
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