Understanding how Schedule 1 Dealers work is essential to scaling your empire in Hyland Point. This detailed guide covers recruiting, managing, optimizing profits, and everything you need to dominate using your dealer network.
What are Dealers in Schedule 1?
Dealers in Schedule 1 are NPCs who automate street-level drug sales, significantly increasing your operation’s efficiency. Hiring dealers helps you:
Automate sales and reduce personal risk.
Expand quickly into new territories.
Free up your time for production and strategic planning.
How to Recruit Your First Dealer in Schedule 1?
Your first dealer, Benji Coleman, is recruitable through a main quest shortly after the prologue. Find him at Motel Room 2 in Northtown:
Progress through initial missions.
Complete the mission to interact with contacts in Motel Room 2.
Officially recruit Benji and assign products to him.
Expanding Your Dealer Network
As your empire grows, additional dealers become available:
Molly Presley: Strong sales skills in Westville.
Brad Crosby: Excellent for high-risk territories like Downtown.
Recruitment tips:
Regularly check new regions as they unlock.
Maintain a good reputation; dealers are attracted to successful operations.
Schedule 1 Dealer Management & Optimization
Effectively managing dealers maximizes your profits:
Inventory Allocation: Supply dealers with enough stock but minimize losses from potential busts.
Location Selection: Assign dealers based on their skills—higher-value products to more experienced dealers.
Security: Provide dealers with weapons for self-defense in high-risk areas.
Risks & How to Handle Them
Dealers can be arrested or attacked, impacting your business:
Arrests: Bail out dealers quickly to resume operations.
Attacks: Equip dealers with appropriate weapons and periodically check their status.
Best Practices for Schedule 1 Dealers
Diversify Dealer Portfolio: Spread dealers across different product types and regions.
Regular Check-ins: Frequently interact with your dealers to manage issues proactively.
Optimize Distribution: Ensure efficient transport of products between safehouses and dealer locations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) aboout Schedule 1 Dealers
How many dealers can I have in Schedule 1?
There’s currently no known hard limit; however, dealer count often correlates with your empire size and available resources.
Can dealers sell mixed products?
Yes, mixed products with various effects can significantly boost dealer profitability.
Do dealers ever betray me?
As of now, dealers do not betray players, but future updates might introduce dynamic loyalty systems.
