There are many upgrade materials in *Hades 2*, and one of the first you will need is **Cinder**. This resource is essential for purchasing several early-game weapons and, eventually, some powerful Arcana Cards.
### How to Get Cinder
Cinder is earned by defeating **Hecate**, the boss at the end of the Erebus section of a run. Every time you successfully clear this boss, you will receive one piece of Cinder. This means you can farm a decent supply simply by replaying the first section of *Hades 2* repeatedly.
### What to Use Cinder For
You will need several dozen pieces of Cinder to acquire all of the Nocturnal Arms from the Silver Pool and to upgrade them fully. Additionally, Cinder is used when meditating to acquire new cards, as well as in the Cauldron for various upgrades.
### Tips for Farming Cinder
The main challenge in obtaining Cinder is defeating Hecate consistently. To improve your chances, take the time to unlock and upgrade Keepsakes. Some of these can significantly help you defeat the boss more reliably, making your farming runs much smoother.
By focusing on upgrading your Keepsakes and honing your skills against Hecate, you’ll be able to gather the Cinder you need to strengthen your arsenal early on in your *Hades 2* adventure.
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