The Elusive Grail: What is the Hardest Item to Get in Remnant 2?

Ah, Remnant 2. A labyrinth of shifting worlds, brutal combat, and, of course, the relentless hunt for that one damn item that refuses to drop. If you’re asking what the hardest item to snag in this challenging game, the answer isn’t straightforward, but if I had to choose just one and based on the community-wide consensus combined with my own hard-earned (and frustrating) experience, it’s likely the Amulet of the Dran.

The Amulet of the Dran is a necklace obtained by surviving an impromptu Dran ambush from an unassuming item in Losomn. Upon examining a drained bath tub located randomly across the map, players may trigger a trap which summons a large horde of Dran. Surviving the ambush is paramount to getting the item, and the reward for the survival is the amulet. It’s this random spawn chance, coupled with the ambush itself, that sets the Amulet of the Dran apart. It doesn’t require a perfect build, or even a very specific series of actions; It demands both luck with the map layout and the ability to survive a challenging wave encounter.

Why is the Amulet of the Dran so difficult?

The difficulty comes from a convergence of factors:

• RNG on RNG: First, the drained bath tub must spawn in your Losomn world. Losomn itself has two potential storylines, which can further complicate matters, meaning you might need to reroll your campaign multiple times just to potentially get the area where the tub can exist. Then, even if the area spawns, there’s no guarantee the drained bath tub will be present.
• Survival: Even if you find the tub, surviving the Dran ambush can be tricky, especially on higher difficulties. You need to be prepared for a horde of enemies coming at you from all directions, and the small enclosed space doesn’t offer much room to maneuver.
• No Guarantees: Even once you find the area and clear the ambush, there’s no guarantee that the amulet will spawn. The randomness is real.

While other items require specific boss kills, or a specific sequence of actions across multiple worlds, the Amulet of the Dran hinges primarily on raw luck and your ability to withstand a brutal, sudden onslaught. This makes it a true test of patience and skill, earning its spot as one of the most difficult, if not the most difficult, item to acquire.

The Runners Up: Other Notoriously Difficult Items

While the Amulet of the Dran might take the crown, several other items put up a strong fight for the title of “Most Annoying to Obtain”:

• The Archon Archetype: Unlocking this requires equipping a set of specific items and having unlocked both the Alchemist and Invader archetypes. It is probably the most esoteric unlock condition in the game.
• Void Heart: Requiring a complete run of N’Erud’s Alepsis-Taura location, which only appears after a world boss fight. Then after that, players need to wait a total of 24 real world hours, while not manipulating the clock to wait out the timer.
• The Navigator’s Helm: This is not available without outside assistance from other players, either through random co-op or dedicated assistance.

These items also demand significant time investment, specific knowledge, and sometimes, a bit of luck, making them worthy contenders in the “hardest item” conversation.

Tips for the Amulet of the Dran

If you’re brave enough to chase this elusive amulet, here are some tips:

• Reroll Adventure Mode: Focus on rerolling Losomn adventures until you get the specific world layout needed.
• Explore Thoroughly: Check every nook and cranny of your Losomn worlds.
• Prepare for the Ambush: Stock up on consumables and equip a build that excels at crowd control.
• Bring Friends: Co-op makes the ambush significantly easier.
• Patience is Key: Don’t get discouraged if you don’t find it right away. Keep searching!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Hard-to-Get Items in Remnant 2

Here are some FAQs about the Amulet of the Dran and other items in Remnant 2.

1. Is the Amulet of the Dran worth the effort?

It depends on your build. For builds focused on maximizing damage output through status effects and DoT (Damage over Time), it is definitely worth the effort.

2. What are the exact stats of the Amulet of the Dran?

The Amulet of the Dran states: “Increases all damage dealt to afflicted enemies by 15%.” Afflictions include Burning, Corroded, Overloaded, Bleeding and more.

3. Does difficulty affect the drop rate of rare items?

No. Difficulty impacts enemy health and damage, but the drop rate of specific items remains consistent.

4. Is there any way to increase my luck in Remnant 2?

Unfortunately, there is no luck stat or any item that directly increases your chances of finding rare items.

5. Can I get the Amulet of the Dran in co-op?

Yes! If one player finds the tub, the Amulet of the Dran will drop for all players in the session if they survive the ambush.

6. What are the best builds for surviving the Dran ambush?

Builds that excel at crowd control and deal high area-of-effect (AoE) damage are ideal. Think about the Handler archetype, or summons.

7. Are there any alternative amulets that are easier to obtain and offer similar benefits?

Yes, the Endaira’s Endless Loop can be acquired by bringing a relic fragment to the Endaira’s End location in Yaesha. While not directly related to status application, it can allow you to quickly recover health when needed.

8. How many times do I need to reroll my campaign to get the Amulet of the Dran?

There’s no set number. It could take a few rerolls, or dozens. It all comes down to luck.

9. Is the Archon archetype the hardest to get?

It depends on how you measure “hardest.” While it has a complex unlock requirement, it is deterministic, meaning, if you do the required steps, you will unlock it every time. The Amulet of the Dran, on the other hand, is purely RNG dependent.

10. What is the most frustrating item to farm in your opinion?

Personally, for me it was the Sagittarius Bow. The requirement of shooting through the portal in the correct spot was hard to judge, and even after doing so, it could still fail.

11. Do world analyzers reveal the location of the drained bath tub?

Sadly no, the drained bath tub is a random encounter and is not displayed by world analyzers.

12. Does the Amulet of the Dran work on summons?

Yes, it affects damage dealt by summons. This is useful if you have a summon-heavy build.

13. How do I reroll my campaign in Remnant 2?

You can reroll your campaign or adventure mode at the World Stone in Ward 13.

14. Are there any communities dedicated to helping players find rare items?

Absolutely! The Remnant 2 community is very active and supportive. Look for online forums, Discord servers, and subreddits dedicated to the game.

15. Where can I learn more about the design and theory behind games like Remnant 2?

For a deeper understanding of game design principles and the learning aspects of gaming, I highly recommend checking out the Games Learning Society website. They have tons of research and resources available at https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/.

Hunting for rare items in Remnant 2 is a core part of the game’s appeal. While the Amulet of the Dran might be a particularly frustrating endeavor, the satisfaction of finally acquiring it is well worth the effort. Happy hunting, fellow Wanderers!