Iuno's Materials Guide: Ascension Materials, Forte Upgrades, and Signature Weapon Requirements Explained | Howling Tide 2.6

Howling Tide 2.6 is about to officially launch, and with the arrival of the new character Iuno, many players are preparing for her Ascension and development. This article provides a comprehensive Iuno build guide, covering everything from character Ascension materials to Forte Talent materials and the resources needed to craft Signature Weapons, helping you complete Iuno's development as soon as possible after the update.

In addition, this article will provide efficient farming methods based on actual gathering routes and boss drops. Whether you're a casual player or a leaderboard enthusiast, this guide will help you avoid unnecessary mistakes.

Iuno's Materials Overview

As a new five-star character in Howling Tide 2.6, Iuno's strength and development requirements have attracted significant attention. Like previous characters, her upgrades are divided into three main parts:

Ascension Materials—Required for character level breakthroughs, determining whether you can unlock higher stat growth.

Forte Talent Materials—Required for skill upgrades, directly impacting damage and support abilities.

Signature Weapon Materials—Craft the exclusive "Moonlight Gazer Mark" weapon, improving compatibility and overall strength.

Below, we'll break down the materials required for Iuno's development and provide information on how to obtain them.

Iuno's Ascension Materials

To advance Iuno to level 90, you'll need the following:

Material Quantity

LF Polygon Cores: 4

MF Polygon Cores: 12

HF Polygon Cores: 12

FF Polygon Cores: 4

Abyssal Shells: 46

Silverglow Blooms: 60

Shell Credits: 170,000

How to Obtain Abyssal Shells

Abyssal Shells are key breakthrough materials for Iuno. Newly added in version 2.6, they're primarily found in the newly opened Crimson Plateau area.

Players can obtain them by challenging specific elite monsters and may also find them as drops in weekly dungeons. It's recommended to prioritize unlocking this area and marking monster spawn points after the update.

Silverglow Bloom Collection Point

Silverglow Bloom is a wild flower found in the Crimson Plateau. It's easily recognizable by its faint blue-white glow at night.

It's recommended to bring a character with a speed bonus or range-gathering ability to save significant time.

Iuno's Forte Materials

After completing Character Ascension, to maximize Iuno's power, you'll need to upgrade her Forte (skill level). The following materials are required to reach the maximum level:

Material Quantity

LF Polygon Core 25

MF Polygon Core 28

HF Polygon Core 40

FF Polygon Core 57

Rhythm Seed 25

Rhythm Bud 28

Rhythm Leaf 55

Rhythm Blossom 67

Eye of the Underworld 26

Shell Credit 2,030,000

How to obtain Rhythm-type materials?

"Rhythm Seeds, Rhythm Buds, Rhythm Leaves, and Rhythm Blossoms" are new quest materials that can be obtained by completing Rhythm Trial quests. Quests vary in difficulty, and the number and rarity of drops increases with the challenge level.

It's recommended to prioritize completing three free challenges daily to maximize efficiency.

How to Obtain the Underworld's Gaze

The Underworld's Gaze is a core, limited-edition material for Forte upgrades. This item is unlocked after completing Chapter 2 of the main storyline by defeating the weekly challenge boss "Beyond the Crimson Veil." Due to the limited weekly drops, it's recommended to form a group to maximize efficiency.

Iuno's Signature Weapon Material

Iuno's signature weapon is the "Mark of the Moonlight Gazer," which offers upgrades far beyond those of standard weapons and is highly recommended for crafting. The required materials are as follows:

Material Quantity

LF Roaring Cores 6

MF Roaring Cores 6

HF Roaring Cores 10

FF Roaring Cores 12

Rhythm Seeds 6

Rhythm Buds 8

Rhythm Leaves 6

Rhythm Blossoms 20

Shell Credits 330,000

These core materials can be obtained by completing Weapon Instances, defeating specific monsters, and performing Daily Quests. Rhythm series materials are interconnected with Forte materials, allowing players to farm them simultaneously in the same instance, saving time.

Efficient Development Tips

Pre-empty Stamina: On the day of the update, prioritize conserving Stamina for farming Abyssal Shells and Rhythm Instances.

Must-do Daily Quests: Silver Blooms have a short refresh cycle, so it's recommended to harvest them once daily to avoid backlogs.

Weekly Boss Priority: Underworld Gaze and Abyssal Shells are scarce resources, so it's recommended to team up to ensure efficient clearance and guaranteed drops.

Shell Credit Reserve: Iuno's development requires over 2.5 million Shell Credits. Stocking up in advance can help prevent bottlenecks.

Conclusion

Iuno not only possesses unique skill mechanics, but also offers a dual role in combat, combining high burst damage with support. Her development requires a wide range of materials, including Abyssal Shells, Silver Blossoms, Tempo dungeon materials, and limited boss drops.

By carefully planning your stamina and gathering routes, you can complete Iuno's development as soon as Patch 2.6 is released, allowing you to enjoy her powerful combat power in your team.

If you're worried about the high cost of development, Treabar is currently offering discounts of up to 35% on top-up credits, effectively alleviating the problem of insufficient Shell Credit.

Get ready now, and let Iuno shine at her most dazzling in the moonlight of the Bloody Plateau!