Hoxxes V

Lore & Background

Before the arrival of Deep Rock Galactic, Hoxxes V was a silent, dark world teeming with blind, subterranean life. The Glyphids, a hostile and highly aggressive fauna, had carved out vast hive networks beneath the crust, evolving to thrive in the planet's crushing depths and toxic atmospheres. They operate on pure instinct, viewing any surface-dwelling intruder as a direct threat to their colony's survival. The dwarves arrived as employees of Deep Rock Galactic, a mining corporation seeking to extract valuable resources for profit.

The initial contact was catastrophic; the Glyphids swarmed in overwhelming numbers to defend their territory. Over time, a grim equilibrium has formed: the dwarves descend into the dark with heavy machinery and firepower to extract wealth, while the bugs relentlessly attempt to stop them. This constant cycle of excavation and defense defines the planet's current existence.

Reader's Guide

Hoxxes V features four distinct biomes that drastically alter gameplay dynamics. The Jungle is dense with vegetation and low-light conditions, requiring careful navigation to avoid ambushes from above while harvesting Volatile Residue. The Cave biome offers vast open spaces but introduces verticality challenges; players must manage their ammo and watch for falling debris or enemies dropping from high ledges. Lighting is crucial here, as the darkness hides lurking threats.

The Foundry presents extreme heat hazards that slowly drain health if players linger too long near lava flows. This environment demands constant movement and efficient cooling management while extracting rare minerals found only in these scorching depths. Finally, the Ice Cave introduces slippery terrain and freezing temperatures that can immobilize miners. Visibility is often reduced by fog, making coordination with teammates essential to survive the cold and the aggressive ice-dwelling variants of the Nephalem.

Did You Know?

• The planet's name follows a common galactic convention where 'Hoxxes' denotes the system and 'V' indicates it is the fifth major body discovered by human explorers in that sector.
• The Glyphid swarm on Hoxxes V has no central hive mind; instead, they operate through localized pheromone signals that coordinate attacks instantly across large distances.
• Certain rare minerals found deep within Hoxxes V are so volatile they can cause small explosions if not handled with specialized containment gear.
• The dwarves have established a permanent orbital station above the planet to facilitate rapid deployment and extraction of mining crews.