Upon mastering basic Mentat techniques, progression to elite training becomes essential for accessing superior abilities and specialized gear. The advanced mentor introduces skill tiers leading to the coveted “Thufir’s Best” precision rifle, a pinnacle reward. This walkthrough details locating the mentor and completing initiation tasks.

Initial Requirements

Completion of Samin Moro’s foundational Mentat training at Rift Watch is mandatory. Veteran Mentat characters may bypass basic training entirely. Acquiring personal aerial transport before starting is advised – while taxi services exist, repeated long-distance travel makes private ornithopters cost-effective.

Navigating to Arrakeen

The advanced mentor resides in Arrakeen’s social hub. Transportation options include:

Preferred Method: Direct ornithopter flight eliminates costs and enhances mission flexibility.
Alternative: Paid transports (2,500 Solari per ride) from tradeposts, though expenses accumulate during multi-stage quests.

Locating the Mentor

From Arrakeen’s landing zone, proceed to Central Plaza and descend to The Salusan Bull tavern. Mentor Zayn De Witte occupies the lower level’s rear, marked by a blue trainer icon.

Mission: Strategic Assessment

Zayn initiates “Strategic Assessment,” introducing advanced skill progression through intelligence operations and tactical eliminations. The multi-phase mission necessitates swift travel across desert regions.

Operational Details

Initial objectives focus on Anvil’s interrogation targets, progressing to sabotage operations and hostile neutralization near Shatel Passage. Optimal approach vectors (3 o’clock insertion) maximize mission efficiency. Post-objective extraction returns operatives to Arrakeen for debriefing.

Progression Unlocked

Successful completion grants full access to advanced skill trees, faction-specific missions, and specialized equipment prerequisites. Subsequent operations unlock tiered abilities culminating in acquiring the Thufir’s Best rifle.