"Howling Tides" Augusta Training Material Guide | Detailed Explanation of Ascension, Signature Weapon, and Talent Upgrades

In "Howling Tides," Augusta is a highly anticipated character. Her unique skill mechanics and excellent positioning have made her a key player in many teams. However, to truly unleash Augusta's potential, you must prepare the necessary Ascension Materials, Signature Weapon Crafting Materials, and Talent Upgrade Materials in advance.

This guide provides a comprehensive guide to gathering Augusta's materials, covering everything from Ascension to Weapon Crafting to Skill Enhancement. We'll also explain how to efficiently acquire these scarce resources and where to find new materials added in the update. This article is a must-read for both new and experienced players planning to train Augusta.

Augusta Material Overview

Before training Augusta, it's important to understand the main types of resources she needs:

Character Ascension Materials: Used to raise the level cap to level 90.

Talent and Skill Materials: Used to enhance Augusta's skills (Forte).

Signature Weapon Materials: Craft and level up Augusta's exclusive weapon, the "Mark of the Moonlight Gazer."

Basic Resource: Shell Credit (the in-game currency).

Next, we'll break down Augusta's development process step by step, along with efficient methods for obtaining these materials.

1. Augusta's Ascension Materials

To level Augusta to the maximum level (90), you'll need to collect the following materials:

LF Tidal Residue x4

MF Tidal Residue x12

HF Tidal Residue x12

FF Tidal Residue x4

Withered Crown of the Golem King x46 (dropped by a new boss)

Luminous Marigold x60 (collectible in a new map)

Shell Credit x170,000

How to obtain the Withered Crown of the Golem King?

The Withered Crown of the Golem King is a core breakthrough material for Augusta, obtained from the newly released weekly boss, the False Monarch. Defeating this boss has a chance to drop this material. Players are advised to form a group and challenge it immediately after the boss spawns to ensure they can obtain it each week.

Where can I collect Luminous Marigolds?

Luminous Marigolds are a new regional material added in version 2.6, primarily found in the Scarlet Plateau. They are densely distributed and respawn quickly, making them ideal for collecting while exploring. It's recommended to combine them with Stamina potions, allowing players to collect them while fighting monsters for increased efficiency.

II. Augusta's Talent Upgrade Materials (Forte)

Upgrading Augusta's skills is also crucial. Enhancing her talents can significantly improve her combat performance. Below are all the materials required to upgrade Augusta's talents from the initial level to the maximum level:

LF Tidal Residue x25

MF Tidal Residue x28

HF Tidal Residue x40

FF Tidal Residue x57

Iris in Bloom x26 (Core Talent Material)

Waveworn Residue 210 x25

Waveworn Residue 226 x28

Waveworn Residue 235 x55

Waveworn Residue 239 x67

Shell Credit x2,030,000

How to obtain "Iris in Bloom"?

Iris in Bloom is a required material for upgrading Augusta's talents. It is obtained from the weekly challenge "Broken Wheel of Fate." This challenge is located in the Avinoleum in Rinascita, which is unlocked starting in Act 5 of Chapter 2. The bosses are: Maiden, Challenger, and Death Speaker. The difficulty is relatively high, so it is recommended to team up to maximize the drop rate.

3. Augusta's Signature Weapon Materials

Augusta's exclusive weapon, the "Mark of the Moonlight Gazer," significantly enhances her damage and survivability. To craft and master this weapon, you'll need the following materials:

LF Whisperin Cores x6

MF Whisperin Cores x6

HF Whisperin Cores x10

FF Whisperin Cores x12

Wave Wear Residues x210

Wave Wear Residues x226

Wave Wear Residues x235

Wave Wear Residues x239

Shell Credit x330,000

Most of these materials can be obtained by farming weapon dungeons and elite monsters. Players are advised to plan their stamina accordingly and farm daily to avoid a material backlog.

4. Resource Acquisition and Development Tips

1. Must-do Weekly Challenges

Both the "False Monarch" and the "Broken Wheel of Fate" are key resources for Augusta's development. They refresh weekly, so be sure to prioritize these challenges.

2. Map Collection Route Optimization

For collecting Luminous Marigolds, it's recommended to plan your route in advance. For example, start from the eastern part of the Crimson Plateau, go around the river valley, and finally return to the teleporter. This allows you to collect a large amount of materials in a single trip.

3. Rationalizing Shell Credits

Developing Augusta requires over 2.5 million Shell Credits, which is a significant expense. While developing Augusta, it's recommended that players reduce investment in other characters and focus resources on upgrading core characters.

4. Prioritization After the Update

With the release of new materials in the new update, Augusta's development curve will be further extended. Players are advised to keep an eye on official events, as limited-time dungeons or quests often offer bonus materials, significantly reducing the pressure.

5. Recommended Augusta Development Route

Phase 1 (Pre-Level 40)

Focus on collecting low-level tidal remnants, while also collecting marigolds. Focus on raising Augusta's base level.

Phase 2 (Level 40-70)

Unlock more dungeons and boss challenges. During this phase, focus on obtaining the "Withered Crown of the Puppet King" and mid- and high-level remnants, gradually increasing your skill levels.

Phase 3 (Level 70-90)

Fully cultivate Augusta's signature weapon while concentrating your Shell Credit to push her to the maximum level, creating the strongest possible damage output.

VI. Augusta Development Summary

Developing Augusta requires long-term investment, with a large amount of boss materials and regional forage items determining her training threshold. To make Augusta an absolute core member of your team, players must consider the following three key points:

Persist in weekly boss challenges to ensure a steady supply of Withered Crowns and Iris flowers when they bloom.

Plan your foraging routes strategically to ensure you're not running out of scarce materials like Luminous Marigolds.

Concentrate your Shell Credit to avoid resource fragmentation and prioritize crafting your signature weapon.

Ultimately, once Augusta reaches level 90 and her weapon upgrades are fully upgraded, she will become your team's most reliable damage and support core.

VII. Conclusion

Augusta is a character worth investing in for the long term. By strategically planning your material acquisition and resource allocation, you'll be able to quickly complete her Ascension, skill development, and weapon development. New development materials and boss quests will continue to be released in future versions, so players are advised to stay tuned to updates to avoid missing out on the latest material collection methods.

If you've decided to develop Augusta, then start now! Prepare your materials, plan your development plan, and quickly make her the ace character in your lineup.