If you’ve just started exploring the brutal sands of Dune: Awakening, you’ve probably figured out one thing fast: Solari is king. It’s the universal currency used for everything from gear upgrades to trading with NPCs to unlocking your next tech tier. But here’s the kicker—most new players burn through Solari faster than they earn it, often without realizing the long-term cost.



As someone who’s survived more sandstorms than I can count, I’ve seen new players fumble the bag time and time again. Whether you’re solo grinding or dipping your toes into PvP, managing your Dune Awakening Solari wisely is critical if you want to stay ahead of the curve.



Let’s break down the top 5 mistakes rookies make with Solari—and how you can avoid them.



1. Spending Solari on Gear You’ll Outgrow Fast

Look, I get it. You just scraped together enough Solari to afford that sleek-looking plasma rifle or armored exo-suit. You’re hyped. You drop all your cash on it—only to realize 20 minutes later that you’ve out-leveled it or picked the wrong build path.



Why it’s a mistake:

Gear progression is fast in the early game.



Most Tier 1 and Tier 2 items are easily found or crafted.



The resale value of gear is pitiful.



What to do instead:

Invest in crafting materials or blueprints that scale with you.



Wait until mid-tier zones before making Solari-heavy purchases.



Save up for mods and gear enhancements that offer better ROI.



Pro tip: If you must splurge, buy universal upgrades—not class-locked gear.



2. Ignoring Passive Solari Income Opportunities

Too many players treat Solari as something you have to actively grind. They miss the opportunities that let Solari work for you while you’re off exploring or even just AFK.



The real MVPs:

Faction reputation contracts



Base trade terminals that earn passive Solari



Resource flipping on local hubs



By the time some players have earned 2,000 Solari from scavenging, others have earned double just by having trade nodes running in the background.



What to do:

Join a faction early, and complete their contracts regularly.



Set up passive trade lines or supply posts once you have a base.



Learn which materials flip well in regional trade zones.



3. Not Tracking Solari Expenditures

This one might sound overly practical, but it’s where so many new players mess up: they have no clue where their Solari goes.



Small purchases add up:



Fast travel



Ammo crafting



Minor healing items



Emergency repairs



Before you know it, you’ve spent 5,000 Solari without buying anything “big.”



Fix it like a pro:

Track big spends like armor upgrades or workshop expansions.



Know your hourly Solari intake vs. expenses.



Cap your daily spend if you’re saving for something major.



If you treat Solari like a finite resource (because it is), you’ll always have a reserve when it matters most.



4. Underestimating the Solari Value of Spice

Here’s the truth: you don’t have to farm Spice to benefit from it. But ignoring it entirely? That’s a rookie move.



Even small amounts of raw or refined Spice can be flipped for decent Solari. And sometimes, you can convert player-demanded boosts or consumables into huge gains.



Common mistakes:

Avoiding Spice zones completely because of PvP fear



Hoarding Spice without trading or processing it



Not watching market fluctuations (yes, Dune has them)



What to do instead:

Learn safe Spice conversion routes to trade hubs.



Team up temporarily with allies for protected extractions.



Sell Spice in player-heavy markets during peak hours for max Solari.



5. Not Knowing When to Spend Big

Here’s the ironic twist: some new players are so afraid to waste Solari that they never use it effectively. They hoard it endlessly—and end up underpowered, stuck, or worse, bored.



Solari isn’t just for buying cool stuff. It’s a strategic resource, and sometimes spending big at the right moment pays off.



When it’s smart to spend:

Major mobility upgrades like vehicles or fast-travel boosts



Blueprints or tech unlocks that open entire progression paths



Limited-time event gear that holds value longer than regular loot



The key is knowing the difference between impulse buying and tactical spending.



Final Thoughts: Solari Is a Tool, Not Just a Currency

In Dune: Awakening, Solari doesn’t just measure your wealth—it defines your momentum. Mismanaging it leads to slower progression, weaker PvP performance, and more frustration overall. But if you avoid these rookie mistakes and make smart, informed choices, your Solari will go further than you think.



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Use Solari smartly. Rule Arrakis.