Relic Farming Guide
Last updated: July 4, 2026
Relics in Vampire Crawlers are not passive stat boosters. They are rule-changing artifacts that unlock new mechanics, modify the economy, and transform your entire run strategy. Some relics open new areas like the Arcana Tent and Blacksmith Workshop, while others fundamentally alter how you approach combat and gold farming. This guide covers every relic location, drop rate comparison, rarity tier breakdown, and the most efficient farming routes to complete your collection.
Most relics are tied to specific dungeon locations. The further you progress, the richer your toolkit becomes. The key to efficient relic farming is knowing which locations offer the best return on time invested, which relics are worth repeating runs for, and how to optimize your build for speed clears. Whether you are hunting for the Legendary Bomba Infernale or trying to unlock the Arcana Tent via Polentir, this guide has you covered.
All Relics — Locations, Rarity, and Effects
There are 14 known relics in Vampire Crawlers, spread across 9 distinct dungeon locations. One relic (Combo Stack) is auto-unlocked during the Tutorial, while another (Ovenkilt) is hidden behind secret conditions. The remaining 12 are obtained by clearing their associated dungeon for the first time. Below is the complete relic catalog with locations, rarity tiers, effects, and farming difficulty.
| Relic | Location | Rarity | Effect | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combo Stack | Tutorial (auto-unlock) | Common | Damage multiplier when playing cards in ascending mana cost order | Automatic |
| Gem Hammer | Mad Forest | Uncommon | Enables the gem-socketing mechanic for cards | Easy |
| Guiding Light | Inlaid Library | Uncommon | Highlights destructible light sources on the map | Easy |
| Rilevatore | Curd Refinery | Uncommon | Shows exactly how each weapon affects enemies | Easy |
| Polentir | Furious Forest | Rare | Unlocks the Arcana Tent area with unique events | Medium |
| Stardust Anvil | Teeny Bridge | Rare | Unlocks the Blacksmith Workshop for weapon upgrades | Medium |
| Overkill | Teeny Bridge | Rare | Keep hitting defeated bosses to earn extra coins | Medium |
| Lapidary Loupe | Gallo Tower | Epic | Control gem drop rates and block unwanted gem types | Hard |
| Sorceress Tears | Gallo Tower | Epic | Significantly increases overall game speed | Hard |
| Randomazzo | Library Sanctuary | Epic | Adds Arcana events directly inside dungeons mid-run | Hard |
| Grim Grimoire | Library West Wing | Epic | Adds full list of discovered weapon evolutions to pause menu | Hard |
| Bomba Infernale | Dairy Plant | Legendary | Instantly kills all enemies on floor 1 if already cleared | Very Hard |
| Ovenkilt | Secret (hidden unlock) | Legendary | Activates Overkill on last enemy per fight, removes chest gold | Very Hard |
| Ultimate Ultra Overkill | Endgame (TBC) | Legendary | Upgraded Overkill, raises boss gold cap to "5,000" coins | Very Hard |
Drop Rate Comparison by Location
Relic drop rates vary significantly by location. Early dungeons like Mad Forest have an 85 percent base drop rate, making them nearly guaranteed on your first clear. Late-game locations like the Dairy Plant drop to 30 percent, meaning you may need 3 to 4 attempts to secure the relic. The table below compares every farming location side by side, including average clear time, recommended level, and strategic notes.
| Location | Drop Rate | Avg Clear | Relics | Rec. Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | 100% | 2 min | 1 | 1 | Auto-unlock, no farming needed |
| Mad Forest | 85% | 8 min | 1 | 3 | First farmable relic, very reliable drop |
| Inlaid Library | 80% | 12 min | 1 | 5 | Quick clear with AoE builds |
| Curd Refinery | 75% | 14 min | 1 | 7 | Moderate difficulty, good for early farming |
| Furious Forest | 65% | 15 min | 1 | 8 | Arcana Tent unlock, worth the grind |
| Teeny Bridge | 60% | 18 min | 2 | 10 | Two relics in one run, high value route |
| Gallo Tower | 45% | 25 min | 2 | 15 | Bring mobility builds for tower sections |
| Library Sanctuary | 40% | 30 min | 2 | 18 | Complex layout, study the map first |
| Dairy Plant | 30% | 35 min | 1 | 20 | Legendary relic, expect multiple attempts |
Efficient Farming Routes
Not all farming routes are created equal. The goal is to maximize relics per hour while minimizing wasted time on low-probability drops. Below are the three most efficient farming routes based on community testing and speedrun data.
Route 1 — Early Game Sweep (Levels 1 to 10)
Start with the Tutorial for Combo Stack, then progress naturally through Mad Forest, Inlaid Library, and Curd Refinery. These four locations have drop rates above 75 percent and can be cleared in under 15 minutes each. By the time you reach level 10, you should have 4 relics with minimal repetition. This route is recommended for first-time players who want to build a solid foundation before tackling harder content.
Route 2 — Mid Game Power Farm (Levels 10 to 18)
Focus on Teeny Bridge and Gallo Tower. Teeny Bridge is the single best farming location in the game because it offers two relics (Stardust Anvil and Overkill) in a single run with a combined 60 percent drop rate. Gallo Tower provides two Epic relics (Lapidary Loupe and Sorceress Tears) that dramatically improve your gem economy and game speed. Expect to repeat Gallo Tower 2 to 3 times to secure both relics. Use a mobility-focused build to navigate the tower sections quickly.
Route 3 — Legendary Hunt (Levels 18 to 25)
The Dairy Plant is your target for the Legendary Bomba Infernale. With a 30 percent drop rate and a 35-minute average clear time, this is the most time-intensive farm in the game. Bring your strongest single-target DPS build and stack gold-find gear. The Overkill and Ultimate Ultra Overkill combo is especially valuable here, as it raises the boss gold cap to \"5,000\" coins per kill. If you are also hunting for Ovenkilt, pay attention to hidden interactables throughout the Dairy Plant, as the secret unlock condition is believed to be tied to this area.
Relic Rarity Tiers Explained
Relics in Vampire Crawlers follow a four-tier rarity system. Understanding these tiers helps you prioritize which relics to chase first and how much time to invest in farming each one.
- Common — Auto-unlocked relics that every player receives. Combo Stack is the only Common relic, and it sets the foundation for the card mechanics system.
- Uncommon — Early-game relics found in the first three dungeons. Drop rates are 75 percent or higher, making them nearly guaranteed on your first clear. These relics introduce secondary mechanics like gem socketing and weapon effect analysis.
- Rare — Mid-game relics that unlock major new systems. The Arcana Tent, Blacksmith Workshop, and Overkill mechanic are all gated behind Rare relics. Drop rates range from 60 to 65 percent, so expect occasional repetition.
- Epic — Late-game relics that provide significant mechanical advantages. Gem rate control, game speed enhancement, and mid-run Arcana events are all Epic-tier effects. Drop rates fall to 40 to 45 percent, requiring dedicated farming sessions.
- Legendary — The rarest and most powerful relics. Bomba Infernale, Ovenkilt, and Ultimate Ultra Overkill are game-changing artifacts with drop rates of 30 percent or lower. These relics can redefine your entire build strategy and are the primary target for endgame farming.
Tips for Maximizing Relic Acquisition
- Prioritize Teeny Bridge for double-relic efficiency. Two relics in one run saves more time than any other farming strategy in the game.
- Use the Overkill relic to farm gold from defeated bosses. Combined with Ultimate Ultra Overkill, the boss gold cap reaches \"5,000\" coins, funding your card and gem upgrades.
- Equip mobility builds for Gallo Tower runs. The tower layout rewards movement speed and vertical mobility, cutting your clear time from 25 minutes to approximately 15 minutes.
- The Sorceress Tears relic increases overall game speed, which indirectly improves all future farming runs. Prioritize this relic early in your Gallo Tower farming sessions.
- Do not ignore the Curd Refinery. The Rilevatore relic shows exactly how each weapon affects enemies, which is invaluable for optimizing your build before tackling Epic and Legendary relic farms.
- Keep track of which relics you have already unlocked. The game does not warn you if you re-enter a dungeon whose relic you already own, wasting a potential farm run.
FAQ
Can I farm relics repeatedly, or is each relic a one-time drop?
Each relic is a one-time unlock. Once you obtain a relic from a dungeon, that dungeon will not drop the same relic again. However, you can re-enter cleared dungeons for gold, experience, and card drops. This means your first clear of each location is the most important, so bring your best build and do not waste the opportunity. The only exception is the Ovenkilt secret relic, which has a hidden unlock condition that is separate from the standard dungeon drop system.
What happens if I miss a relic drop on my first clear?
If you clear a dungeon without obtaining the relic (which can happen at lower drop rates), you can re-enter the dungeon and attempt it again. The relic drop is re-rolled on each clear, so a 45 percent drop rate means you have a 45 percent chance every time you defeat the dungeon boss. Community data suggests that most players obtain relics within 2 to 3 attempts, even at the lowest drop rates. The Dairy Plant at 30 percent is the exception, with some players reporting up to 5 attempts before the Legendary Bomba Infernale dropped.
Which relics should I prioritize for my first playthrough?
For your first playthrough, prioritize relics that unlock new mechanics rather than those that provide stat bonuses. Polentir (Furious Forest) should be your first major target because the Arcana Tent adds an entire layer of run customization. Stardust Anvil (Teeny Bridge) is equally important since the Blacksmith Workshop enables weapon upgrades that scale your damage into the late game. After those two, aim for Sorceress Tears (Gallo Tower) for the game speed increase, which makes all subsequent farming faster. Save the Legendary relics for the endgame when your build is strong enough to handle the Dairy Plant efficiently.
Last updated: July 4, 2026. Relic data based on community farming documentation and drop rate testing.