Brighter Shores Knowledge Point guide: How do Passive Activities work?

Passive Activities in Brighter Shores help you gain XP once you have reached level 20 in particular professions. A Knowledge Point is used to unlock this. Passive Activities are tasks that your character can perform even when you go offline. This feature somewhat reduces the XP grind.

This guide shares some basic information and introduction to the Passive Activities in Brighter Shores as well as Knowledge Points.

Disclaimer: Brighter Shores is still in early access. Some information shared in this article may be changed in the full release.

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How to get and use Knowledge Points in Brighter Shores

Complete various professions to get Knowledge Points (Image via Fen Research Ltd)

Knowledge Points in Brighter Shores are earned naturally as you advance in your professions — battling, fishing, mining, and more. Every point of XP you gather from your primary activities also contributes to your Knowledge Point progress, which can be monitored through the Professions menu.

Each Knowledge Point earned can be spent in one of three ways:

1. Unlock a Passive Activity: This is generally the most beneficial choice as it opens up additional ways to earn XP passively.
2. Boost a Profession’s XP: You can boost the XP of any profession that’s at Level 20 or higher.
3. Gain a Small Amount of Currency: It’s much less efficient than the other options. Use it only when you are completely broke.

To maximize your level fasters, prioritize unlocking new Passive Activities first, as these can help maintain a steady XP gain. Only spend Knowledge Points on money if absolutely necessary.

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Upgrading Passive Activities in Brighter Shores

As you progress in Brighter Shores, unlocking higher levels of Passive Activities will cost additional Knowledge Points. Higher-level Passive Activities come with increased benefits and may help you gather advanced materials needed for crafting-based professions like cooking or woodworking.

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What are the equipment needed for Passive Activities in Brighter Shores?

Certain passives require specific tools (Image via Fen Research Ltd)

Certain professions require special tools or materials to benefit from Passive Activities. Combat professions like Guard and Scout, for example, primarily need a weapon, while foraging or gathering will need some specific tools for specific tasks.

Additionally, some Passive Activities, like fishing, may demand consumable items like bait (such as Slippy Sea Slugs) or specific containers (e.g., fish crates).