Core Keeper Tome Of Pestilence

The Tome of Pestilence, now known as the Tome of Sprouts, is a unique summoning weapon in Core Keeper that allows players to call forth plant-based minions. It’s a supportive but potent addition to magic and summoner builds. With this item in hand, you can enhance your damage output, inflict poison on foes, and explore a fresh playstyle centered around minion strategies. Learning how to use and optimize this elusive weapon will help you expand your tactical options in both exploration and boss fights.

The Basics of the Tome of Sprouts

The tome is categorized as a rare summon weapon and becomes available around the mid-game stage typically after defeating Azeos the Sky Titan or locating Scarlet Chests in specific biomes

• Minion damage scales from approximately 49-59 at item level 10 up to 71-85 at higher levels
• Consumes around 50-72 mana, depending on upgrades
• Cooldown is short (about 1 second), allowing frequent re-summons
• Durability holds consistently at 100

Where to Find It

You can obtain the Tome of Pestilence from:

• Scarlet Chests with about a 6-7% drop chance
• Battling mid-game bosses like Awakened Azeos or Azeos the Sky Titan approximately 12% chance

Because early summoner gear is limited, farming these loot sources is your best option if you want to try a summoner-focused build.

How It Works in Combat

The plant minion summoned by the tome acts autonomously and prioritizes nearby enemies. The triple-shot projectiles are shotgun-like in spread, ideal for crowd control or layering poison on single targets

Strengths

• Effective add-on to other builds (magic or ranged) as a supportive entity
• Poisons enemies consistently and limits their healing
• Summoning synergy unlocks access to further minion-focused gear and talents

Weaknesses

• Minions may not always follow you perfectly and can fall behind on moving enemies
• Less raw offense compared to direct damage weapons like ranged or mage tools
• Not reliable solo DPS for fast-paced boss encounters or split-second positioning fights

Boosting Minion Performance

To make the most out of the Tome of Sprouts, consider focusing on a summoner build:

• Equip gear that increases max minion count, minion damage, or lifespan, such as Witch Doctor or Coral Guardian sets
• Use accessories like Hourglass Ring, Soul Lantern, or Puppet Ring for increased minion duration and attack speed
• Consume Pact of Power or Lunacorn food to gain temporary buffs in minion damage or speed
• Invest in Summoning talents, then branch into Ferocious Creatures, Critical Command, and Trickle Down Arcana for optimized throughput

Is It Worth Using?

Players in community discussions describe the Tome of Pestilence as a useful ‘support tool’ rather than a full offensive weapon

Note that minions sometimes struggle to attack fast-moving enemies or large boss types effectively However, with smart positioning and debuff stacking, they can support big fights especially if you stay within range to focus down priority targets.

Tips for Using the Tome Effectively

• Summon early in combat to apply poison before enemies become tough
• Pair with high DPS weapons ranged, mage, or melee for your primary damage
• Use items and armor that improve minion effectiveness and count
• Stay mobile; avoid dragging bosses far from your summoned minions
• Re-summon quickly after minions expire, thanks to the short tome cooldown

The Tome of Pestilence/Sprouts adds a strategic layer to Core Keeper by enabling a hybrid summoner playstyle. It won’t replace primary damage tools but complements them well with poison application, healing suppression, and extra firepower from your plant minions. Used correctly and equipped with the right support items, the tome becomes a valuable part of a summoner or hybrid magic build. For players looking to expand their play experience beyond straightforward combat and into minion management, this tome offers a flavorful and effective adventure addition.

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