The first thing that hits you when you land on Va’ruun’kai isn’t the eerie snake iconography or the smoldering ruins of Dazra—it’s the sheer number of ways you can empty your credit balance. I’ve been spelunking through Bethesda’s Shattered Space DLC for a good chunk of 2026, and let me tell you, the vendor scene here is a game-changer. Whether you’re a hoarder who needs to offload sixteen Grendels or a fashion-forward captain hunting that perfect spacesuit, these six merchants have your back. They’re all crammed into Dazra’s crumbling streets, so you don’t have to jet across the galaxy just to restock. I’m going to walk you through my personal shopping tour—expect a few facepalm moments where I learned the hard way.
The Six Vendors at a Glance
Before I dive into the juicy bits, here’s a quick cheat sheet of who’s who and what they peddle. I wish I’d had this back when I wandered into the Meat House expecting weapon mods.
| Vendor Name | What You’ll Find | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Herald’s Rest | Food & drink, mostly Va’ruun delicacies | Great for roleplayers; not much combat utility |
| Meat House | Protein-heavy meals, some aid items | If you’re into cooking, it’s a goldmine |
| Halls of Healing | Medicine, bandages, chems | Absolute lifesaver—literally |
| Va’ruun Depository | General goods, contraband sales | Your go-to for offloading illegal goods |
| Goods Exchange | Ammo, spacesuits, weapons (Makola Jubav) | The best early-game stop; no quests required |
| Keep Armory | Elite weapons, armor (Marlana Volav) | Unlocked after “Conflict in Conviction” quest |
Loading Up at the Goods Exchange
My first stop is always Makola Jubav’s Goods Exchange. This guy is the real MVP of Dazra—no strings attached, no “prove your worth first” questlines. As soon as you step into the city, you can waltz over and fill your pockets with ammo. I burned through 600 rounds of 7.77mm in my first two firefights on Va’ruun’kai, and Makola’s stash saved my bacon. He also had a Mercenary Spacesuit hanging on the rack for 21,000 credits. Pricey? Sure. But the ballistic resistance made those angry zealots feel like they were throwing pebbles. If you’re scraping by, just sell him your junk—he’s got deep coffers. Pro tip: grab some Med Packs here too, because the Halls of Healing can be a trek when you’re bleeding out.
Cracking the Keep Armory: Patience Pays Off
Now, if you’re like me and you sprinted straight to the Keep Armory expecting to buy a legendary rifle, you’ll hit a brick wall. Marlana Volav gives you the cold shoulder at first—she won’t trade until you’ve earned her respect through the main story. I groaned when I realized I had to grind quests, but honestly, the payoff is sweeter than a crate of contraband organs. You need to finish the opening two main quests of Shattered Space, then chat with Ekris to kick off “Conflict in Conviction” (House Veth’aal’s little side drama). After wrapping that up, the armory doors swing open, and suddenly you’re staring at a wall of particle-beam rifles and high-tier armor sets. I snagged a Starborn Tracker’s Suit there that turned me into a one-man army. Don’t be a dingus like me and forget to check her inventory every 48 in-game hours—it refreshes with some juicy surprises.
Food, Meds, and a Quick Nip-and-Tuck
Half the vendors in Dazra are all about keeping you fed and patched up. Herald’s Rest has this mysterious snake-wine that restores health and gives you a fun little screen effect—I won’t spoil it. The Meat House is a carnivore’s dream; I bought a “Groat Roast” that boosted my carry weight for a full 20 minutes, which saved me when I looted an entire Va’ruun shrine. And the Halls of Healing? Absolute must-visit. Their trauma kits are 30% better than standard Med Packs, and they sell Neuroamps that buff your persuasion skills if you’re going the silver-tongue route.
One thing I didn’t expect was the Alteration Clinic tucked next to the Halls of Healing. After a dozen hours in the DLC, I decided my spacefarer needed a gritty scar and a new hairstyle to match the grim vibe of Va’ruun’kai. It costs a few hundred credits, but it’s a neat touch. You can also pop over to the Va’ruun Depository to sell your contraband without getting scanned—something I wish I’d known before I got fined 50,000 creds in the Settled Systems.
My Shopping Strategy After 100 Hours
Look, I’ve been around the block more times than I can count. Here’s the rhythm I settled into:
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First landing: Hit Goods Exchange for ammo and a basic spacesuit upgrade.
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After 2 main quests: Grind “Conflict in Conviction” to unlock Keep Armory.
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Every return to Dazra: Top off meds at Halls of Healing, grab a meal buff at Meat House, and sell loot at Va’ruun Depository.
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Late game: Cycle between Goods Exchange and Keep Armory for legendary rerolls.
The vendors don’t just sell gear—they become part of your survival loop. And because they’re all clustered together, you can do a full restock in under three minutes flat. That’s clutch when a phantom zealot ambush leaves you with half a mag and no health packs.
If there’s one takeaway I’ll shove in your face, it’s this: don’t sleep on the Goods Exchange early game, and don’t rush the Keep Armory. Let the quest build-up simmer; it makes that first legendary purchase feel like Christmas morning. Now get out there, spend some credits, and try not to get sacrificed to the Great Serpent.