How to Craft Unique (Purple) Schematics in Dune: Awakening
If you’ve found yourself confused about how to use or craft unique schematics (purple rarity) in Dune: Awakening, you’re not alone. Many players encounter this roadblock and don’t realize the crafting system works differently for purple schematics compared to common items.
This guide explains exactly how to learn, use, and craft from unique schematics so you can unlock advanced equipment, vehicles, and structures without wasting time.
What Are Unique (Purple) Schematics?
Unique schematics (marked with a purple rarity) represent one-time-use crafting permits for high-end gear, armor, weapons, and other rare items. Unlike common blueprints, these schematics:
- Must be “learned” manually before use.
- Can only be used once per schematic copy.
- Unlock the ability to craft a single item or component.
How to Learn and Craft from Purple Schematics
1. Go to a Water-Sealed (Pressurized) Base
You must be in a pressurized environment, like your water-sealed base or a proper crafting room. Open-air desert crafting won’t allow learning these advanced blueprints.
2. Hover Over the Schematic
Open your inventory and locate the purple schematic you want to use.
3. Hold the Learn Key (Default: F)
With your cursor on the schematic:
- Hold the [F] key (or whatever key is bound to “Learn”).
- This action will consume the schematic and unlock its crafting recipe.
4. Craft at the Correct Fabricator
After learning the schematic:
- Go to the relevant fabrication station (Vehicle Fabricator, Weapon Workbench, etc.).
- The unlocked item will now appear as a craftable option.
- You still need the materials listed to craft it.
5. Repeat for Additional Copies
Each unique schematic only unlocks one crafting permit per use. If you want to craft the item multiple times, you’ll need to acquire multiple copies of the schematic.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | Why It’s Wrong |
|---|---|
| Trying to learn schematics outdoors | Must be inside a water-sealed structure |
| Clicking instead of holding [F] | The schematic requires holding the key to confirm learning |
| Expecting infinite crafts from one schematic | Each schematic grants one permit, not unlimited access |
Where to Find Unique Schematics
- Loot drops from high-level POIs, supply caches, and elite enemies.
- Purchased through CHOAM and certain faction vendors.
- Trade with other players through in-game markets.