Howling Tides: A Complete Guide to Iuno's Materials: Ascension, Skill Enhancement, and Exclusive Weapon Acquisition

Howling Tides will be introducing a new five-star character, Iuno, in the second half of patch 2.6. This character not only holds great potential in terms of skill mechanics, but also requires a significant amount of exclusive materials to develop. Many players are wondering: What materials does Iuno need? Where can I farm them? Which characters are best suited for exploration and gathering efficiency?

This article will detail the resources needed to craft Iuno's Ascension, Skill Enhancement, and exclusive weapon, the Moonlight Gazer's Mark, before the patch arrives. This will help you prepare ahead of time and avoid last-minute cramming after the release.

I. Iuno's Material Overview

To develop Iuno to the maximum level, you'll need to invest in three main resource categories:

Character Ascension Materials—Use them to reach the level cap and improve basic stats.

Skill Enhancement Materials (Forte Materials)—Boost skill multipliers and combat performance.

Exclusive Weapon Materials - Craft signature weapons to further enhance her damage and support abilities.

These resources come from dungeons, field foraging, boss challenges, and store redemption.

II. Iuno Ascension Materials Overview

Ascension Materials Required

LF Polygon Core × 4

MF Polygon Core × 12

HF Polygon Core × 12

FF Polygon Core × 4

Abyssal Shell × 46

Silver Bloom × 60

Shell Credit × 170,000

As the list shows, Ascension requires not only the standard Polygon Cores but also two new materials: Abyssal Shell and Silver Bloom.

How to Obtain Abyssal Shell

Drop Source: New dungeon area "Crimson Plateau"

Boss: Sea Goddess of Capitoline Hill (directly located in the boss challenge menu)

Since this is a key Ascension material for Iuno, it's recommended to prioritize farming and ensure a sufficient supply.

Silver Bloom Collection Locations

Silver Bloom is a new plant material added in version 2.6. You can obtain it through the following methods:

Purchase it from the "Silver Helm" shop, with a maximum of 15 per week.

Collect it from the "Asford Wasteland," with a maximum of 50.

Complete the Iuno character trial to receive a maximum of 5.

Tip: This material can only be collected in the Wasteland after completing the main quest. After purchasing, remember to click "Collection Point" in your inventory. The system will automatically mark the location for quick collection.

III. Iuno Skill Enhancement (Forte) Materials

Skill Upgrade Priority

Strength Circuit > Resonance Unleashed > Resonance Skill > Basic Attack > Basic Skill

If resources are limited, prioritize maxing out the core skills "Strength Circuit" and "Resonance Unleashed" to maximize her effectiveness in the team.

Forte Material List

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

Gaze of the Underworld × 26

Shell Credit × 2,030,000

This section requires a significant investment of resources, especially for the FF Core and Rhythm Blossom, so planning ahead is essential.

How to Obtain Rhythm Series Materials

Rhythm Seeds/Buds/Leaves: Purchase from the Rinascita Shop, the Souvenir Shop, or by completing Forge Challenges.

You can also purchase them from the Weapon Shop using Shell Credits, providing a stable supply.

How to Obtain Gaze of the Underworld

Source: Weekly Challenge "Beyond the Crimson Veil"

Boss: Hecate

Since this material is a weekly drop and its availability is limited, it's recommended to start accumulating resources as early as possible.

IV. Materials for Iuno's Exclusive Weapon, "Mark of the Moonlight Gazer"

To craft her signature weapon, you'll need the following resources:

LF Roaring Cores x 6

MF Roaring Cores x 6

High-Frequency Roaring Cores x 10

FF Roaring Cores x 12

Rhythm Seeds x 6

Rhythm Buds x 8

Rhythm Leaves x 6

Rhythm Blossoms x 20

Shell Credit x 330,000

Similar to character development, weapons also require a large number of Roaring Cores and Rhythm-related materials. Preparing these ahead of time can help you avoid running out of materials once the weapon is unlocked.

V. Recommended Exploration Characters and Builds

When farming for Iuno's materials, choosing the right exploration character can greatly improve your efficiency. The following three character builds are the most commonly used:

Phoebe: Relying on charged attacks to quickly move through the air, she's ideal for crossing high ground and cliffs.

Changli: Using combo attacks and skills to achieve "wall-less climbing," she can easily reach inaccessible heights.

Coast Guardian: Provides high mobility and endurance, especially useful when paired with characters that drain stamina.

These three characters combined cover nearly every need during exploration, significantly improving movement, combat, and gathering efficiency.

VI. Summary

Iuno, a new five-star character in Howling Tides, not only possesses exceptional damage and support capabilities, but also comes with a high training cost. Her Ascension requires a large number of Abyssal Shells and Silver Blossoms, while her skill enhancements require a large number of Tempo materials and Underworld Gaze. Her exclusive weapon, the Moonlight Gazer's Mark, also requires dozens of resources.

Growing materials in advance will allow you to push Iuno to her peak form the moment she launches, fully utilizing her dual advantages in combat.

If you're already interested, start collecting the necessary materials now. When Patch 2.6 officially releases, you'll be the first to experience Iuno's dazzling presence on the battlefield.