Chronicon is a pixel-art ARPG in the vein of Diablo that punches far above its solo-developer weight class. Four classes tear through randomized dungeons across five acts, chasing True Legendary items in the infinitely scaling Anomaly endgame. The enchanting system lets you reroll and customize every stat on every item, and Mastery points after max level provide endless character progression. If you've burned out on Diablo and Path of Exile but still crave the loot-explosion dopamine hit, Chronicon delivers hundreds of hours of monster-slaying satisfaction.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Act 1 Tombs
Key resources: First Unique drops, skill unlocks, combat tutorial, basic gear progression Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Mythic Staff upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Act 2 Swamps
Key resources: Better Unique drops, poison resistance gear, mid-game skill tree completion Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Mythic Staff upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Act 3 Hellscape
Key resources: First Legendary drops, fire resistance gear, challenging combat encounters Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Mythic Staff upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Act 4 Void
Key resources: Full Legendary drops, build-defining items, story completion, Anomaly unlock Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for True Legendary Sword max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Endless Anomaly
Key resources: True Legendary items, Mastery Points, infinite progression, competitive leaderboards Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for True Legendary Sword max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Act 1 Tombs — Act 2 Swamps)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Mythic Staff once accessible
Mid Game (Act 3 Hellscape)
- Push Mythic Staff to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for True Legendary Sword
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Act 4 Void — Endless Anomaly)
- Max out True Legendary Sword — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Act 3 Hellscape farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- True Legendaries only drop in Anomaly endgame — don't waste time farming for them during the story acts. Rush to max level and Anomaly mode where the real loot begins.
- Farm Act 3 Hellscape during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Chronicon Guides
- Chronicon Chronicon Overview
- Chronicon Best Builds
- Chronicon Tier List
- Chronicon Walkthrough
- Chronicon Beginner's Guide
- Chronicon Tips & Tricks
- Chronicon Weapons Guide
- Chronicon Combat Guide
- Chronicon Boss Guide
- Chronicon Maps & Locations
- Chronicon Classes & Characters
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