Joe Wild
Joe Wild is the cheerful neighborhood fixer who introduces you to the station’s contacts. He runs a theft insurance service, and for a price opens your network: suppliers, informants, tradesmen and even Security officers. His phone number is 8376; it is answered by “Joe Wild’s Assistant”.
When does Joe Wild appear?
| Day / trigger | Visit |
|---|---|
| Day 4 | Introduces himself and his daily theft insurance, which you can opt into or out of before you sleep |
| Day 7 | Pitches his contacts: suppliers, informants, Security officers |
| If you have not called him | Reminds you to give his number a call: he can teach you farming, water cleaning, wine making and more |
| When your business keeps shrinking | A one-time bailout visit with free favors (only on some difficulties) |
| After you own the property | Offers a referral to a Hypertech smuggler, for a fee |
| Later | Offers access to the public Marketplace Request system |
What does Joe Wild offer?
Wild’s services are the network upgrades you buy from the phone. Selected examples with their prices:
| Upgrade | Price |
|---|---|
| Red Imp Brewery | 200 |
| Lower Levels Chemist | 250 |
| Wild’s Fixers (I, II, III) | 350 / 450 / 550 |
| Weapon Permit I, II, III | 300 / 600 / 900 |
| Marketplace Requests | 250 |
| Hypertech Smuggler | 2,500 |
| Wild’s Endorsement I, II, III | 2,500 / 5,000 / 10,000 |
Gaining reputation with the Lower Levels or using nightly services unlocked through Joe Wild increases Wild Favor, which is spent first on Wild’s upgrades. See the network upgrades list for the full catalog.
FAQ
What is Joe Wild’s phone number?
When do I meet Joe Wild?
On day 4 for the insurance pitch and on day 7 for the network pitch.
What does Joe Wild’s insurance do?
It is a daily subscription that insures your goods against theft; you opt in or out before sleeping.
Does Joe Wild ever help for free?
Yes, on certain difficulties he sends a one-time bailout with free favors if your wealth has been falling.