Unlock: reach the arena milestone
The current demo ties the Black Market Arena to level 5. If you are below that point and cannot enter, keep progressing the shop rather than searching for a hidden door interaction.
Night only, one run per day
The demo explains two constraints: the arena opens at night, and you receive one run per day. That makes timing part of the system. Finish your daytime sales/crafting plan, choose the weapon you want to learn from, then spend the night run deliberately.
What the arena is for
Official store messaging says crafted weapons can be put to the test, while the demo calls the arena a place for lethal combat. This is the bridge between workshop stats and outcomes—use it to see how the weapon behaves, not as a replacement for the shop economy.
Do not over-read one fight
Because the demo limits attempts, one arena result is not enough to declare a universal “best weapon.” Part rolls, attributes and crafting quality all vary. Track what you brought in before you change your build.
