How to Unlock Pyre Hearts in Monster Train 2
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If you're staring at the Dimensional Portal and wondering why it’s still locked, odds are you're missing some Pyre Hearts. To progress the story and unlock new challenge modes, you’ll need to unlock at least two additional Pyre Hearts.
Here’s a quick guide on how to get it done.
Where to Check Pyre Heart Requirements
Before you start a run, click on the Pyre Heart icon on the setup screen. This lets you choose which one to use... but more importantly, it shows the unlock conditions for all locked hearts.
You can also check them in the in-game Library if you're just browsing between runs.
The Three Early Pyre Hearts You Can Unlock
You only need two of the following three to unlock the Dimensional Portal and continue with the story.
Lifemother’s Pyre
Take 475 total Pyre damage across any number of runs.
Yes, this includes losing. If you want to rush it, just start and fail a few quick runs. Not the most graceful strategy, but it works.
Heart of the Pact
Win 9 battles with Trials enabled.
At the start of most fights, you’ll get the option to toggle a Trial. These add a twist to the encounter, usually making it harder, but also more rewarding. You need to win 9 of these across your runs.
Wyngh’s Spirit
Move your units 275 times.
Every time a unit changes position during battle, it counts. Certain cards, skills, and abilities automatically move units, so this one tends to unlock naturally over time.
If you want to speed it up, start using anything that swaps or shifts placement; even if it's not totally optimal.
Why Unlocking Pyre Hearts Matters
Once you’ve unlocked two Pyre Hearts, the Dimensional Portal opens up. This adds a new layer to the game with Dimensional Challenges, tougher encounters with custom modifiers and unique rewards.
You’ll also unlock Malicka’s Shifting Pyre, a heart that boosts every unit you recruit during a run.
Final Blurb & FAQ
Unlocking Pyre Hearts in Monster Train 2 is one of the few tasks that’s both simple and worth doing early. You’ll open up new content, get better upgrades, and maybe even suffer a little less along the way.
FAQ
Q: Where do I see the unlock requirements for Pyre Hearts?
Click the Pyre Heart icon on the run setup screen or check the Library between runs.
Q: How many Pyre Hearts do I need to unlock the Dimensional Portal?
You only need two to unlock it and progress the story.
Q: What’s the fastest one to unlock?
Lifemother’s Pyre, since taking damage is pretty much unavoidable early on.
Q: Do I have to win for the damage and movement ones to count?
Nope, losing still counts toward Lifemother’s Pyre and Wyngh’s Spirit.
Q: What do I get for unlocking Pyre Hearts?
Access to Dimensional Challenges, new rewards like Malicka’s Shifting Pyre, and a big step forward in story progression.
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