SURVIVAL DIFFICULTY:
Class 5
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A photograph of Level 346 taken during the rare phenomenon where the crimson sky briefly turns blue. Date of capture unknown.
Level 346 is the 347th positive level of the Backrooms.
Description
Level 346 is an endless, exterior, urban-style apartment complex consisting exclusively of red-brown brick structures, typically ranging between three and ten stories in height. The environment mimics that of low-income housing projects found in the Frontrooms. Upon entry from another level, any prior doorway or portal will immediately vanish, replaced by yet another segment of indistinguishable apartments. All building materials, including brick, concrete, metal, and glass, are completely indestructible by both conventional and anomalous means.
The level features a crimson-red sky under most circumstances, though a rare shift to a blue sky occurs precisely once per year. During this brief interval, light levels normalize, entity activity decreases marginally, and environmental visibility improves. Apartments are fully furnished with typical household amenities, all of which function as expected. However, entities—primarily Facelings—occupy almost every room and hallway. Many apartments are shrouded in darkness or dim light, typically hosting hostile Smilers or Hounds. The presence of these entities renders the level entirely uninhabitable for humans.
The atmosphere of Level 346 is composed of 78.9% nitrogen, 19.3% oxygen, 0.9% carbon dioxide, and trace gases (including an unknown irritant gas at 0.9%). Average temperature measures 31.1°C (88.0°F), with noticeable thermal fluctuation in shadowed interiors. Attempts to break the windows—although common out of desperation—are strongly discouraged, as doing so emits a sonic frequency that summons surrounding entities within seconds. A few apartments appear abandoned and devoid of danger, but these are frequently traps designed to lure wanderers into ambushes.
Due to the high volume of entity encounters, wanderers are strongly advised to wear high-quality footwear and maintain constant vigilance, as prolonged shelter or resting is virtually impossible. There are no secure zones, and any perceived safety is fleeting. Most individuals entering Level 346 do not survive long enough to establish orientation or formulate escape.
Colonies and Outposts
Due to the overwhelming threat level, environmental hostility, and entity infesation, no known colonies or outposts exist, nor is long-term habitation considered possible.
Entrances and Exits
Entrances
Wanderers who discover a specific brick apartment building with glowing red-tinted windows within Level 11 may inadvertently enter Level 346 upon opening any unit door.
Exits
Exiting Level 346 is limited but not impossible. Entering a three-story school structure will consistently transport the wanderer to Level 347. An alternative method involves locating an indoor pool area with a large spiral waterslide—sliding down will redirect the wanderer to Level 347. Lastly, an office-themed apartment interior with flickering fluorescent lights may occasionally serve as a gateway to Level 4.