Top mistakes that derail Cowardly Fate collection
- Failing to plan cycles and wander-runs
Why it hurts: Without a deliberate farming loop, fate fragments—especially Cowardly Fate—appear as random drops, leading to long hunts and wasted sessions.
How to fix: Map out a repeating cycle of 3–5 floors you’ll clear in each run, targeting the floors most likely to yield Fate fragments. Keep a quick log of which floors drop which Fate types to refine your route over time. - Over-prioritizing one Fate fragment
Why it hurts: Chasing a single Fate fragment can stall progress if other fragments are needed to unlock the door. Focusing too hard on one fragment can delay the overall gate to Trialmaster.
How to fix: Balance your runs by rotating focus among Cowardly, Deadly, and Victorious Fate. If one is proving hard to access, temporarily prioritize others to keep the cycle moving while still inching toward the full set. - Under-preparing for the Trial of Chaos
Why it hurts: Entering cycles with a weak build or poor sustain leads to more failed floors, slower progress, and missed Fate drops.
How to fix: Prior to farming, ensure your character is defensively solid, has reliable sustain, and has a straightforward, fast-clear plan for different floor types you’ll encounter. - Ignoring patch-specific Fate drop patterns
Why it hurts: Fate fragmentation can shift with patches, meaning certain floors or bosses may become more or less lucrative for Fate drops.
How to fix: Before each session, skim patch notes or community summaries about Fate drop behavior, and adjust your farming rotation accordingly. - Waiting for a perfect window
Why it hurts: Waiting for “the best” Fate or trying to perfect each cycle often leads to missed opportunities and stale inventory.
How to fix: Embrace a rhythm: do consistent cycles, even if not every cycle is perfect. Quick, repeated attempts yield more Fate fragments over time than long, drawn-out sessions. - Inadequate team coordination (for group runs)
Why it hurts: In group play, discordance about who is farming which Fate wastes time and creates bottlenecks for the entire team.
How to fix: Assign a rotating Fate-farming lead for each session or map, so everyone knows which Fate they’re targeting and can coordinate drops and handoffs efficiently. - Poor exit strategy post-farm
Why it hurts: Ending a session without a plan for selling or repurposing Fate fragments wastes potential leverage to continue farming.
How to fix: Always finish with a quick plan: what Fate fragments you still need, which future runs will focus on, and how you’ll reinvest the loot you gain (currency, Orbs, or crafting materials).
- Define a short-cycle farming loop (3–5 floors per run) and a rotation plan across Fate types.
- Ensure your build can handle back-to-back waves with minimal downtime.
- Note current Fate drop tendencies from recent patches and adjust the cycle accordingly.
- Have a clear exit plan for after you gather the Fate fragments (open the door soon, or stockpile for a future window).