Black Market Guide

Complete guide to the Black Market in Devil Hunter. Learn how to find it, unlock it, what to buy, and how to maximize your purchases.

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→ How to Find Black Market→ How to Unlock Black Market→ What Can You Buy→ Black Market Refresh System→ Best Purchases & Strategy

TL;DR

  • Location: Shopping Street area - Exit HQ → Left → Through overbridge → Left alley → Half-open shutter door
  • Unlock: Complete Dorian Graves quest chain (The Black Market Connection) and Strings of Control quest
  • Refresh: Stock refreshes when the "New Shipment" timer ends
  • Best Buy: Devil Flesh (for Fear levels), AK-47 (best firearm), Contract materials
  • Important: You must purchase something from Black Market to progress Strings of Control quest

How to Find Black Market

The Black Market NPC vendor is located in the Shopping Street area of the town. Follow these exact steps to find it:

1

Exit Headquarters

Head outside of the Devil Hunter Headquarters via the main gate.
2

Take a Sharp Left

Once you are out, take a sharp left and head straight.
3

Go Through Overbridge

Continue straight and go through the overbridge.
4

Enter the Alley

On the left side, you will find an alley. Go inside and head straight.
5

Find Black Market NPC

You will find the Black Market NPC on the left side. Look for a half-open shutter door.

Visual Identification

  • • Look for a half-open shutter door - this is the key visual identifier
  • • The Black Market NPC will be on the left side inside the alley
  • • The area is in the Shopping Street region, just off the main path
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Finding the Location

If you're having trouble finding it, remember: Exit Headquarters → Sharp left → Through overbridge → Left alley → Look for half-open shutter door on the left.

How to Unlock Black Market

The Black Market is not immediately accessible. You need to complete specific quests to unlock it.

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Unlock Requirement

You cannot access the Black Market without completing the unlock quests. Without completing the step, you cannot progress the quest. Many players struggle to find the Black Market because they haven't unlocked it yet.
1

Complete Dorian Graves Quest Chain

Complete the quest chain starting with "Gravekeeper's Request" → "Unfinished Business" → "The Black Market Connection".
2

Complete Strings of Control Quest

During the introductory quest "Strings of Control", you will be tasked to visit and purchase something from the Black Market vendor.
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Access Granted

Once you complete the quest requirements, the Black Market will be unlocked and accessible.

Quest Requirements

1. Dorian Graves Quest Chain

You must complete Dorian Graves' quest chain in order:

  1. 1. Gravekeeper's Request
  2. 2. Unfinished Business
  3. 3. The Black Market Connection (This unlocks the Black Market)
→ Learn about Dorian Graves Quest Chain

2. Strings of Control Quest

During the introductory quest "Strings of Control", you will be tasked to visit and purchase something from the Black Market vendor. This is a required step to progress the quest.

Important: You must purchase at least one item from the Black Market to complete this quest step.

What Can You Buy

To buy items, talk to the Black Market NPC. Doing so will list his current inventory. Here are the key items available:

Devil Flesh

High Priority

Types:

Common Devil FleshUncommon Devil FleshRare Devil Flesh

Essential material for increasing Fear levels and unlocking Fiend skills. Required for Fiend progression.

Use: Purchase to increase Fear levels and unlock new Fiend skills

AK-47

High Priority

Price: 10k yen

Top-tier firearm weapon. One of the best weapons in the game.

Use: Best firearm weapon for ranged combat

Contract Materials

High Priority

Rare materials needed for forming or upgrading contracts.

Use: Essential for contract progression

Rare Upgrade Modules

Medium Priority

Modules that unlock new weapon abilities or significantly improve existing ones.

Use: Weapon upgrades and ability unlocks

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Devil Flesh Importance

Devil Flesh is one of the most important items from the Black Market. It's used to increase Fear levels, which are crucial for unlocking new Fiend skills. Make sure to purchase Devil Flesh regularly if you're playing as a Fiend. See our Fiends Guide for more information on Fear levels.

Black Market Refresh System

How Stock Refreshes

The Black Market inventory refreshes when the "New Shipment" timer ends. This means:

  • • Stock changes periodically - items you need might not always be available
  • • Check back regularly to catch rare items when they appear
  • • The timer is visible in-game when you interact with the Black Market NPC
  • • New shipments bring different items, so timing matters
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Checking for New Stock

Visit the Black Market frequently to catch rare items when they appear. Talk to the NPC to see the current inventory and check the "New Shipment" timer to know when the next refresh will occur.

Best Purchases & Strategy

Priority Purchases

1. Devil Flesh (For Fiend Players)

If you're playing as a Fiend, Devil Flesh should be your top priority. It's essential for increasing Fear levels and unlocking new skills.

Purchase regularly to maintain Fear level progression.

2. AK-47 (Best Firearm)

The AK-47 is one of the best weapons in the game and can only be purchased from the Black Market (10k yen).

Worth the investment if you need a top-tier firearm.

3. Contract Materials

Rare materials needed for forming or upgrading contracts. Only buy if you can't farm them efficiently.

Shopping Tips

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Check Regularly

Visit the Black Market frequently to catch rare items when they appear. Stock refreshes when the New Shipment timer ends, so items you need might not always be available.
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Compare Prices

Before buying, check if you can obtain the item through missions or crafting. Only buy if the Black Market is significantly faster or the only source.
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Don't Hoard

Don't buy items "just in case" you might need them later. Only purchase items you'll use immediately or are essential for your current progression path.
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Value Assessment

Consider the time investment: If an item costs a lot of Yen but you can farm it, is your time worth more than farming? Only buy if farming is impractical.

Strings of Control Quest

Quest Requirement

During the introductory quest "Strings of Control", players are tasked to visit and purchase something from the Black Market vendor. This is a required step to progress the quest.

Quest Steps:

  1. 1. Complete the quest objectives leading up to the Black Market visit
  2. 2. Find the Black Market location (follow the location guide above)
  3. 3. Talk to the Black Market NPC
  4. 4. Purchase any item from the Black Market
  5. 5. Return to complete the quest
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Important

You must purchase at least one item from the Black Market to progress the Strings of Control quest. Without completing this step, you cannot progress the quest.

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