How I Unlocked Starfield's Vibrant and Bold Spacesuits

I'm not gonna lie—when I first spotted the Vibrant and Bold spacesuits in Starfield, I thought they would be the kind of gear you earn by completing a quick quest. Nope. These two armor sets, added alongside the Rover update, are easily some of the most colorful and stylish pieces in the game. But unlocking them? That turned into a full-blown hustle.

Each set includes a spacesuit, helmet, and pack, so if you want the complete Bold and Vibrant look, you are chasing six legendary pieces total. The only vendor who sells them is Stache, a member of the Trackers Alliance in Akila City on planet Cheyenne. He does not take Credits. Oh no. Stache deals exclusively in Astra, that super rare currency that makes you want to scream every time you see how little you have.

Here is the catch, and it is a big one: every time you trade Astra to Stache, you get a random item. There is no "I would like the Bold helmet, please" option. You are gambling. I spent way too long trying to understand that simple, painful truth. One Astra gets you a Rare item, two Astra gets you an Epic item, and three Astra gets you a Legendary item. Since every single piece of the Bold and Vibrant armor sets is Legendary, you will need at least three Astra per piece. If RNG is not on your side, you might burn through dozens before you even see one piece.

Let’s just say my save file has never seen so much action. Save before buying anything from Stache. I cannot stress this enough. If he hands you junk, reload and try again. And when he finally gives you a piece of the Vibrant or Bold set, save immediately. I learned that lesson the hard way after losing a Bold pack because I got cocky and kept rolling. My controller survived, but barely.

Now, how do you feed your new Astra addiction? There are a few methods I used in 2026, and they still hold up after all the updates.

First, complete missions for the Trackers Alliance and Bounty missions. These are pretty reliable, and they are often picked up right from Akila City on Cheyenne. The missions are not too long, and you can find extra Astra in chests scattered around those locations. It is not fast money, but it is honest work.

Second, scan local civilians in Akila City or other settlements. If someone is wanted dead or alive, they will glow red when scanned. You can take them out without being attacked by guards or law enforcement. Then loot the body and hope for a little Astra. It feels a little shady, but hey, a bounty is a bounty.

Third, do not sleep on boss chests. Those big chests at the end of points of interest dungeons often contain a handful of Astra. It is not guaranteed, but the drop chance is high enough that I started checking every POI I stumbled across. Before I knew it, I had enough for another roll.

Here is a quick breakdown of Stache’s pricing:

And because all Bold and Vibrant pieces are Legendary, the math is simple: six pieces × three Astra = eighteen Astra minimum. But in reality, because of the random loot pool, you will probably need many more. Save-scumming is your best friend, not a cheat. It is survival.

After many reloads, some choice words, and a lot of dead bounties, I finally completed both sets. The Vibrant set popped with bright, playful colors, while the Bold set looked like something designed to intimidate every spacer in the Settled Systems. Was it worth the grind? Absolutely. If you are still hunting these in 2026, my advice is simple: stock up on Astra, visit Stache in Akila City, and remember—save early, save often.