Question does the Skydrops flares have to be completely depleted before getting more?

[rogerdsl]

I have 2 Skydrop flares left and when I ask both Gren and B.A.B.S. to buy more they both reply that I am fully stocked. So, do I have to have < 2 (because I am purchasing 5) to make 6 before I can get more flares?

Edit. Naw, it's a bug. I used both my remaining flares and I couldn't purchase anymore. I then restarted the game right after retrieving the computer cores and both bugs, Gren wouldn't speak to me and BABS 1st sold me 5 flares or should I say deducted 5 components but my flare count remained at 2.

 

[Bobbyclue]

Hey there! It sounds like there's a mixup here between the number of charges for a skydrop you have on a ship, and the number of flares in your inventory. Charges can be restocked through the dialogue option with BABS or Gren, however to get more flares you'll either need to purchase them from Gren or craft them at an industrial workbench.

 

[rogerdsl]

Thank you for your reply. This is the problem, I am unable to purchase from BABS, she keeps saying I have the maximum amount even though I only have 2 (or zero). I'll try the workbench, good suggestion!

Edit: Yes, I was able to create flares from the workbench. Thanks again as I was unable to continue without flares (I know sounds kinda silly. My kingdom for a flare kinda thing)

 

[twolargepepperoni]

Thank you for your reply. This is the problem, I am unable to purchase from BABS, she keeps saying I have the maximum amount even though I only have 2 (or zero). I'll try the workbench, good suggestion!

Edit: Yes, I was able to create flares from the workbench. Thanks again as I was unable to continue without flares (I know sounds kinda silly. My kingdom for a flare kinda thing)

Hi there - how many charges did you have available and for which Skydrops? Is it only BABS who is failing to restock your charges or does Gren do this too? (Or was it flares only that you ran out of, not charges?)

Only Gren sells flares, but both characters offer the restock service. Just want to double check this is working for you and that you are able to refresh the charges you use.

 

[rogerdsl]

I am such a rock at times. I read the 1st answer but didn't comprehend what I was reading. Skydrops and flares are two different items, which I didn't understand and why after purchase, BABS and Gren couldn't sell me any more because they were full. Thank you very much for helping me understand. You guys are great!