In **Hades 2**, there are numerous upgrade materials to collect, and one of the first essential resources you’ll need is **Cinder**. This valuable material is used early on to purchase a few weapons and, later in the game, to acquire powerful Arcana Cards. However, farming Cinder can be challenging, especially when you’re just starting out.
### How to Get Cinder
Cinder is earned by defeating **Hecate**, the boss at the end of the Erebus section of a run. Each time you clear this boss, you receive one piece of Cinder. This means you can farm a steady supply by repeatedly replaying the first section of Hades 2.
You’ll need several dozen pieces of Cinder to unlock all of the **Nocturnal Arms** from the Silver Pool and to upgrade them fully. Besides weapon upgrades, Cinder is also necessary for Meditating to acquire new cards and for using the Cauldron.
### Tips for Farming Cinder
The biggest hurdle in collecting Cinder is defeating Hecate consistently. To improve your chances:
– **Unlock and upgrade Keepsakes**: Certain Keepsakes can provide significant buffs or advantages during the boss fight.
– **Focus on your build**: Tailor your weapon upgrades and Arcana cards to counter Hecate’s attack patterns.
Taking the time to prepare properly will make farming Cinder much more manageable and help you progress faster in Hades 2.
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