Top 3 Early Faze Farms Code Vein 2
If you want to be overpowered early in Code Vein 2, you need a plan that combines the right routes, a build that converts kills into sustainable resources, and a loop cadence that minimizes downtime. This guide walks you through three of the earliest, repeatable spots that deliver the best Faze and experience returns for new characters. Each route is chosen for accessibility, speed, and repeatability so you can grind reliably without relying on late‑game gear or obscure exploits. Read this once, then run the loops in the order and rhythm I recommend; you’ll be surprised how quickly your Blood Codes and Gifts start to feel like late‑game toys.
Why these three spots matter
Not all farming routes are created equal. The three spots I focus on share three critical traits: high enemy density in a compact area, short travel time back to a hub or checkpoint, and enemy types that are vulnerable to drain or quick stagger combos. Those traits let you convert each run into a predictable payout of Faze and experience. The goal is not to cheese the game but to exploit efficient design: short loops, fast clears, and safe resets. When you combine that with a drain‑focused build and the right Formae, you turn every minute into meaningful progression.
How to approach the runs overall
Start each session by equipping a light, fast weapon and a Blood Code that boosts drain or ichor recovery. Keep your burden low so you can dodge and reposition quickly. Your partner AI or co‑op buddy should be set to assist with crowd control or to draw attention while you perform drains. The rhythm is simple: clear, drain, reset. Spend your Faze between loops on the most impactful upgrades first—weapon level, a single defensive stat, and one Gift you plan to use consistently. Don’t hoard Faze for too long; early upgrades compound run speed and survivability.
Route 1 The Ruined Causeway Loop
This is the first reliable loop you can run after the opening areas. It’s short, forgiving, and perfect for learning the rhythm of drain farming.
Begin at the nearest hub or checkpoint and head to the ruined causeway where small patrols and two clustered groups spawn. The enemies here are typically light melee types and a few ranged grunts. Your objective is to clear the path to the cluster, use a quick area Formae to stagger, then perform a targeted drain on the glowing enemy or staggered foe. The drain refills ichor and often nets a bonus Faze drop. After the drain, sprint back to the hub, rest, and repeat.
Why this works: the enemies are weak enough to be cleared quickly but dense enough to make each run worth the reset time. The short travel time to the hub means you can do many loops per hour. If you can shave your run time to under a minute, you’ll be surprised how fast the EXP accumulates. Use a weapon with a wide arc or a short area Formae to maximize kills before the drain. Keep your dodge timing tight; a single heavy hit can ruin a perfect loop.
Route 2 The Shallow Ruins Ambush
This route unlocks once you reach the shallow ruins area and is the best early option for Faze per minute if you can handle a controlled ambush.
The shallow ruins contain a trigger point that spawns a wave of enemies in a compact arena. The trick is to funnel enemies into a narrow choke and use a partner or a well‑timed Formae to stagger the miniboss or the glowing enemy that appears. Once staggered, perform a drain to refill ichor and reap a larger Faze payout. This route rewards precision: the faster you clear and the fewer hits you take, the higher your effective EXP per hour.
Why this works: the ambush spawns many enemies in a small area, which means area Formae and multi‑hit weapon skills shine here. The miniboss or glowing target often drops more Faze than standard grunts, and the short loop back to the hub keeps downtime minimal. If you’re running with a co‑op partner, have them draw the miniboss while you focus on the drain; if solo, use a Formae that stuns or pins.
Route 3 The Confluence Boss Loop
This is the highest single‑run payout among the three early spots and is ideal once your build can reliably stagger or one‑phase the boss. It’s riskier but the reward is the largest.
The Confluence boss sits close enough to a hub that a quick clear and reset is possible. The boss yields a large chunk of EXP and often a significant Faze drop when staggered or drained. The loop works best when you can either burst the boss down quickly or bait a predictable pattern to create drain windows. Use consumables and a temporary defensive Gift if you need to survive the first phase. After the boss falls, warp back to the hub, rest, and repeat.
Why this works: bosses give the biggest single payouts, and when the travel time is short, they become repeatable farms. The Confluence boss is designed to be challenging but not impossible early on if you optimize your build for burst and ichor management. This loop is where you can hit the 43K EXP mark in an hour if you maintain a steady clear time and minimal deaths.
Build and Gift choices that maximize returns
Your build is the engine that turns these routes into reliable progression. Focus on a drain build that emphasizes ichor recovery, quick weapon swings, and a Blood Code that increases Gift efficiency or drain potency. Prioritize Gifts that boost ichor regen, reduce burden, or increase stagger potential. Weapon skills that hit multiple enemies or have short recovery windows are ideal because they let you chain hits into a drain without long downtime.
Armor choices should be light to medium; mobility is more valuable than raw defense in these loops. If you’re taking hits, you’re losing time and resources. Keep one slot for a defensive Gift you can swap in for the Confluence boss loop. Invest early in a single high‑impact weapon upgrade rather than spreading upgrades thin across multiple weapons. That single upgrade will shave seconds off every run and compound across dozens of loops.
Ichor management and drain technique
Mastering drain timing is the single biggest skill that separates efficient farmers from casual grinders. A successful drain requires you to stagger or pin an enemy, then execute the drain before they recover. Use Formae that stun or pin to create consistent drain windows. If you’re using a weapon with a multi‑hit skill, land the final hit as the stagger occurs and immediately trigger the drain. The goal is to convert a cluster of enemies into ichor and Faze with minimal exposure.
Ichor management also means knowing when to retreat. If your ichor is low and you’re facing a miniboss, don’t gamble on a risky drain attempt. Reset to the hub, refill, and come back. The time lost to a death or a failed drain is far greater than the time spent running back to the hub.
Economy and upgrade priorities
Spend Faze on the things that make your loops faster and safer. The top priorities are weapon upgrades, a single defensive stat (if you’re dying often), and one Gift that you’ll use every run. Avoid buying every available upgrade; early efficiency comes from focused investment. If you have to choose between a weapon level and a new Gift, pick the weapon level. Faster kills equal more runs per hour, and more runs equal more Faze.
Use consumables sparingly but smartly. A single Golden Nectar or similar consumable can turn a risky Confluence run into a guaranteed clear. Save consumables for runs where the payout justifies the cost. If you’re consistently dying, invest in a small defensive upgrade rather than relying on consumables to bail you out.
Partner AI and co‑op tactics
If you play with a partner or use the AI companion, set them to crowd control or to draw aggro while you perform drains. A partner who can pin or stun enemies is invaluable for the ambush and boss loops. In co‑op, coordinate who performs the drain and who handles adds. Communication is the key: one player should focus on ichor management while the other keeps the battlefield manageable.
When using AI companions, equip them with Gifts that complement your playstyle. If you’re the drain specialist, give the AI a defensive or healing Gift. If the AI is the primary damage dealer, equip them with area Formae to help you create drain windows.
Run cadence and time management
The most efficient farmers treat each run like a lap in a race. Warm up with a few practice runs to get the rhythm, then commit to a block of uninterrupted loops—30 to 60 minutes is ideal. During a block, avoid distractions and focus on minimizing mistakes. Track your average clear time and aim to shave a few seconds each session by optimizing routes and tightening inputs.
Alternate between the three routes to avoid burnout and to adapt to your current build. If you’re struggling with the Confluence boss, switch to the Ruined Causeway loop for a while and come back once you’ve upgraded your weapon. The variety keeps the grind from feeling stale and lets you maintain a high effective EXP per hour.
Advanced tactics and micro‑optimizations
There are several micro‑optimizations that add up. First, learn enemy spawn timers and animation windows so you can chain pulls without unnecessary waits. Second, use terrain to funnel enemies into predictable paths for easier area Formae hits. Third, master the quick warp back to the hub; a half‑second saved on each reset becomes minutes saved per hour.
Another advanced tactic is to stagger enemies in groups and then use a single high‑value drain on a glowing target to maximize ichor returns. If you can consistently get two or three drains per run, your Faze per minute skyrockets. Finally, keep an eye on drop tables for rare materials that can be sold or used to craft upgrades; those materials compound your progression outside of pure EXP.
When to switch routes and when to stop
If your clear time increases or you start dying more often, switch routes. The Confluence boss loop is high reward but also high risk; if you’re dying frequently, you’re losing more than you gain. The Ruined Causeway loop is the fallback: it’s slower per run but far more consistent. Stop a session when your runs start to feel sloppy; fatigue leads to mistakes that erase the gains of an hour of grinding.
How to measure success
Track your level gains per hour and your average Faze per run. If you’re consistently gaining multiple levels per hour and your weapon upgrade progress is steady, you’re succeeding. Another metric is the time to next meaningful upgrade: if you can afford the next weapon level or Gift within a few dozen runs, you’re on the right path. The real sign of success is when content that used to be challenging becomes trivial because your loops have compounded into meaningful power.
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
A common mistake is trying to farm without a clear build. If you’re switching Gifts and weapons every run, you’ll never optimize. Lock in a drain‑centric setup and refine it. Another mistake is hoarding Faze for too long; early upgrades compound faster than late hoarding. Finally, don’t ignore mobility. Heavy armor and slow weapons kill run speed and make drains riskier.
Playstyle adjustments for different player types
If you’re aggressive and confident, lean into the Confluence boss loop and use burst builds that one‑phase or quickly stagger bosses. If you’re cautious, stick to the Ruined Causeway loop and focus on consistent, low‑risk runs. If you like co‑op, coordinate roles: one player drains while the other controls adds. The game supports multiple playstyles; the key is to pick one and optimize it.
How to scale this into midgame and beyond
Once you’ve used these early loops to secure a few key upgrades, scale into midgame by expanding your loop radius and incorporating higher‑value bosses. The same principles apply: short loops, high density, and minimal downtime. As you progress, you’ll unlock Gifts and Blood Codes that let you refine your drain windows and increase Faze yields. Keep the same discipline: focused upgrades, efficient runs, and smart resets.
FAQ
Q: How fast will I level using these routes? You can expect multiple levels per hour if you maintain consistent runs and avoid deaths. Optimized players hitting the Confluence boss loop with minimal downtime can approach the 43K EXP per hour mark; most players will see steady gains that accelerate as they invest in weapon upgrades.
Q: Do I need late‑game gear to start these farms? No. These routes are chosen for early accessibility. You’ll be able to run the Ruined Causeway and Shallow Ruins loops with starter gear. The Confluence boss loop is more demanding but still doable with a focused build and a single weapon upgrade.
Q: Should I focus on Gifts or weapon upgrades first? Prioritize a single weapon upgrade first, then a Gift that complements your drain build. Weapon upgrades shave seconds off every run and compound faster than spreading upgrades across multiple items.
Q: Is co‑op necessary for the best results? Co‑op helps, especially for the ambush and boss loops, but it’s not required. A well‑tuned solo drain build can still farm efficiently.
Q: How do I avoid burnout while grinding? Alternate routes, set time blocks, and focus on incremental improvements. If runs feel stale, switch to a different route or take a short break.
Q: What’s the single most important skill to master? Drain timing. If you can consistently stagger and drain without taking heavy hits, your efficiency will skyrocket.
Q: Are there any risks of being overleveled early? Being overleveled can trivialize content, but that’s the point if you want to feel powerful. The only real risk is missing out on the learning curve; if you prefer challenge, pace your upgrades.
Q: How often should I reset to the hub? Reset after each successful drain or boss clear. The short reset time is what makes these loops efficient.
Q: Can I farm materials and Faze at the same time? Yes. Many runs drop upgrade materials in addition to Faze. Prioritize runs that yield both if you need materials for a specific upgrade.
Q: What should I do if I keep dying on the Confluence boss? Switch to the Ruined Causeway loop, upgrade your weapon, and return when you can one‑phase or reliably stagger the boss.
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