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How to Get Greater Essence in The Forge (Roblox)

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Greater Essence is one of the most important upgrade materials in The Forge on Roblox. If you want to push your weapon or armor to higher enhancement levels, you will eventually need Greater Essence.

Unlike Tiny or Small Essence, this resource is much rarer and can only be obtained by farming specific high-level enemies in dangerous areas.

In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to unlock Greater Essence, which enemies drop it, and the fastest way to farm it efficiently.

What Is Greater Essence Used For in The Forge?

Greater Essence is used at the Enhancer NPC to upgrade weapons and armor at higher enhancement tiers.

As you enhance gear repeatedly, the game requires rarer essences each time, and Greater Essence becomes mandatory for mid to late-game upgrades.

Enhancing gear costs both Gold and Essences, and the craft success rate decreases with each upgrade, making Greater Essence extremely valuable.

Requirements to Unlock Greater Essence Farming

Before you can farm Greater Essence, you must meet these requirements:

  • Reach Level 10
  • Complete the quest “End of the Beginning”
  • Unlock access to the Forgotten Kingdom using the portal given by the Wizard NPC

Once you enter the Forgotten Kingdom, you can start farming enemies that drop Greater Essence.

All Enemies That Drop Greater Essence in The Forge

Greater Essence drops from specific enemies found inside the Ruined Cave and nearby dangerous zones within the Forgotten Kingdom.

Below are all confirmed enemies that can drop Greater Essence along with their drop chances.

Greater Essence Drop Rates

  • Deathaxe Skeleton – 1 in 8 chance
  • Elite Skeleton Rogue – 1 in 6 chance
  • Elite Deathaxe Skeleton – 1 in 6 chance
  • Slime – 1 in 10 chance

All enemies that drop Greater Essence in The Forge

While Slimes have the lowest difficulty, their drop rate is also the worst, making them less efficient for long farming sessions.

Best Locations to Farm Greater Essence

Ruined Cave – Ashen Passage

This is the best and safest farming location for Greater Essence. Deathaxe Skeletons spawn here frequently, making it ideal for steady farming.

Why this spot works well:

  • High enemy spawn rate
  • Lower danger compared to elite zones
  • Consistent Deathaxe Skeleton encounters

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Volcanic Depths

To farm Elite Skeleton Rogues, Elite Deathaxe Skeletons, and Slimes, you must enter the Volcanic Depths.

Important notes:

  • Entrance is blocked by Basalt Veins
  • You need a pickaxe with Mining Power 78 or higher
  • Enemies hit much harder here

This area is more dangerous but offers better drop chances due to elite enemies.

Goblin Cave

Slimes can also be found in the Goblin Cave, but accessing this area requires completing the Goblin King quest.

This route is not recommended unless you already completed the quest, as it costs a lot of resources and time.

Fastest Way to Farm Greater Essence

If your goal is efficiency, follow this method:

  • Focus on Deathaxe Skeletons in the Ashen Passage
  • Avoid Slime farming unless you are under-geared
  • Use a strong weapon with crowd control to clear mobs quickly
  • Farm solo or in a small group to avoid spawn competition

Deathaxe Skeletons offer the best balance of safety, speed, and drop rate, making them the top choice for consistent Greater Essence farming.

Can You Sell Greater Essence?

Yes. You can sell Greater Essence to Greedy Gey for 50 Gold each. However, selling is not recommended unless you desperately need Gold, as Greater Essence is far more valuable for gear progression.

FAQs About Greater Essence in The Forge

What is the best enemy to farm for Greater Essence?

Deathaxe Skeletons are the best enemy due to their decent drop rate and safer spawn location.

Can you get Greater Essence early game?

No. You must reach Level 10 and complete the required quest to unlock the Forgotten Kingdom first.

Does Enhancer location matter?

No. The Enhancer NPC is available in both Stonewake’s Cross and the Forgotten Kingdom.

Is Greater Essence rare?

Yes. It is significantly rarer than Tiny or Small Essence and is considered a mid to late-game resource.