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Beginner's Guide

Welcome to your new night job at a humble Bakso Malang stall! What seems like a simple task of serving delicious Indonesian meatball soup quickly turns into a nerve-wracking ordeal. This guide will help you survive your first shifts and understand the core mechanics. Take your time learning - this is a complex horror game that rewards patience. As the night begins, the stall is quiet, and the initial customers seem normal enough, but be prepared for what's to come.

Understanding Your Job

You're working the night shift at a traditional Indonesian bakso stall (meatball noodle shop).

Your Goals:

  • Serve hot bakso to real, legitimate customers
  • Refuse service to supernatural anomalies
  • Follow the posted rules for your shift
  • Survive from 7 PM to 6 AM (11 hours)

What You'll Face:

  • 40+ different types of anomalies
  • Increasing difficulty as the night progresses
  • Changing rules that vary between shifts
  • Jin (spirit) entities from Indonesian folklore
Controls & Basic Mechanics

Movement & Camera

  • WASD - Move around stall
  • Mouse - Look around
  • Stay near service window

Core Actions

  • Q - Activate Third Eye
  • E - Serve customer
  • R - Refuse service

Pro Tip: The Third Eye (Q) is your most important tool. Practice using it in short 1-2 second bursts during your first shift.

Your First Shift: Step-by-Step

Step 1: Read the Rules (First 2 Minutes)

When you spawn, look for the posted rules in your stall. They're usually on a sign or board. Read them carefully and take a screenshot if possible. You won't be able to check them again during the shift.

Step 2: Wait for First Customer

Position yourself at the service window. Customers will approach from outside. You'll hear footsteps and see them walk up.

Step 3: Examine the Customer

For each customer:

  1. Look at their appearance - do they look normal?
  2. Did you hear footsteps when they approached?
  3. Listen to what they say/request
  4. Press Q to activate Third Eye for 1-2 seconds
  5. Check if they violate any posted rules

Step 4: Make Your Decision

Press E to serve (if they're normal) or R to refuse (if they're an anomaly or violate rules). When in doubt in your first shifts, refuse service - it's safer.

Step 5: Repeat Until Dawn

Continue serving customers until 6 AM. The shift lasts about 20-30 minutes of real time. Early shifts are easy, but difficulty increases after midnight.

Common Beginner Mistakes

Mistake #1: Not Reading the Rules

Many beginners skip the rules and focus only on anomaly detection. Rules violations can end your shift immediately. Always read them first.

Mistake #2: Overusing Third Eye

Holding Q continuously seems safe, but it fills a green meter that triggers bad consequences. Use it in short bursts only when needed.

Mistake #3: Rushing Decisions

You're not on a timer. Take 5-10 seconds to properly examine each customer. Rushing leads to serving anomalies.

Mistake #4: Ignoring Audio Cues

Footsteps, voice tone, and ambient sounds are important detection tools. Many anomalies approach silently or speak unnaturally.

Easy Anomalies to Spot (Learn These First)

Start by recognizing these obvious anomalies:

Faceless Customer

No eyes, nose, or mouth. Completely blank face. Immediate refusal.

Wrong Colors

Bright purple skin, neon green hair, unnatural tones. Easy visual detection.

Extra Limbs

Three or more arms, extra legs visible. Obviously abnormal.

Shadow Figure

Completely black silhouette with no features. Critical threat - refuse immediately.

Realistic First Shift Goals

Don't expect perfection. Here's what to aim for in your first 5 shifts:

Shift 1: Learn the Basics

Goal: Survive with ANY ending. Learn controls, understand rules, get comfortable with Third Eye. 40-50% accuracy is fine.

Shifts 2-3: Build Confidence

Goal: Reach 60-70% accuracy. Start recognizing common anomalies. Practice rule compliance.

Shifts 4-5: Develop Strategy

Goal: 75-85% accuracy. Begin targeting specific endings. Understand all mechanics.

When to Check Advanced Guides

After 5-10 shifts, when you're comfortable with basics: