In **Hades 2**, there are numerous upgrade materials, with one of the first you’ll need being **Cinder**. This resource is essential for purchasing several early-game weapons and, later on, some Arcana Cards.
### How to Get Cinder
Cinder is earned by defeating **Hecate** at the end of the Erebus section of a run. Each time you clear this boss, you will receive one Cinder. This means you can farm a decent supply simply by replaying the first section of Hades 2 repeatedly.
### Uses for Cinder
You will need several dozen pieces of Cinder to acquire all of the **Nocturnal Arms** from the Silver Pool and upgrade them. Additionally, Cinder is used during Meditation to acquire new cards and can also be spent at the Cauldron for various upgrades.
### Tips for Farming Cinder
The main challenge in obtaining Cinder is defeating Hecate consistently. To improve your chances:
– Take time to unlock and upgrade **Keepsakes**.
– Some Keepsakes provide significant advantages against Hecate, helping you defeat her more reliably.
By focusing on these preparations, farming Cinder becomes a more manageable task early in your Hades 2 journey.
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