Companion Codex Vault Hunters Addon Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I get started with Companion Codex?
Craft the Companion Codex block and place it in your world, then shift-click companions from your inventory into it to store them. Once stored, you can open the codex interface to build parties and equip a Companion Crest to your head slot to activate them.
What's the difference between a party leader and other companions?
The party leader is the companion you left-click to select first when building your party. The leader's role may affect how temporals or relics combine, so choose strategically based on your vault strategy.
Do I need to place the Companion Codex in my base or can I access it remotely?
Once you place the Companion Codex block in your world, you can access it wirelessly from anywhere, so you don't need to return to your base to swap parties or manage companions.
How do I cast companion temporals during a vault run?
Equip the Companion Crest in your head Curios slot, set a keybind for Companion Party Temporal in Options → Controls, then hold that key while in a vault to open the radial wheel and select which temporal to cast.
Can I save multiple party setups and switch between them?
Yes, the mod lets you save party presets with custom names so you can quickly reload specific teams for different vault challenges without rebuilding them each time.
What does the HUD overlay show and can I turn it off?
The HUD overlay displays your active temporals during vault runs and is toggleable, so you can hide it if it clutters your screen or keep it visible for quick reference.
How do I search for a specific companion if I have many stored?
Use the search bar in the codex interface with filters like #favourite, #overpower, or #gilded, or sort by series tags and temporal types to narrow down your companion pool quickly.
What information can I see about a companion before taking them into a vault?
Open the inspection window with Ctrl + Left-Click on a companion to view their age, vault stats, relics, modifiers, and trails, helping you decide if they fit your party strategy.
How are party curses calculated and where can I see them?
Party curses are calculated based on your server settings including shared modifiers, shared temporals, and challenge stacks; the codex displays them so you know the penalties before entering a vault.
Where do I find the in-game guide that explains my server's vault rules?
Open the guide book from inside the Companion Codex interface; it updates automatically to show your world's active rules and settings so you understand how your parties will perform.