V Rising Fusion Forge Guide: How It Works & What to Craft
The Fusion Forge is a late-game crafting station in V Rising that lets you combine two items into one, creating powerful gear and materials that are otherwise unobtainable. You unlock it by defeating the boss Angram the Fusionist, and you use it to craft items like the Dark Silver Ingot, the Sanguine Set, and the legendary weapons. This guide explains exactly how the Fusion Forge works, what you can craft with it, and how to get the most out of it.
Unlocking the Fusion Forge
The Fusion Forge is not available from the start. You must first defeat Angram the Fusionist, a level 68 V Blood carrier who resides in the Cursed Forest (specifically, in the area called the Cursed Village). Once you defeat him, you will learn the recipe to build the Fusion Forge, which requires the following materials:
- 12 Dark Silver Ingots
- 12 Ghost Crystals
- 1 Greater Blood Essence
- 1 Primal Essence
You can place the Fusion Forge in your castle like any other crafting station. It does not require any special floor or proximity to other buildings, but it does need a fair amount of space due to its size.
How the Fusion Forge Works
The Fusion Forge operates on a simple principle: you insert two items into the two input slots, and the forge combines them into a single output item. The recipes are fixed – you cannot combine arbitrary items. Each recipe requires a specific pair of inputs, and the output is always the same.
To use it, open the forge’s menu, select a recipe from the list on the left (if you have the required items, they will be highlighted), and then click the craft button. The forge will process the items over a few seconds, and you’ll receive the result in your inventory. Unlike some other stations, the Fusion Forge does not require any fuel or power source – it works instantly once you have the ingredients.
One important detail: the Fusion Forge is not a place to upgrade or enchant items. It is strictly for combining two specific materials into one new material or item. For upgrading gear, you still use the normal crafting stations (Anvil, Loom, etc.) with the appropriate upgrade materials.
What Can You Craft at the Fusion Forge?
The Fusion Forge has a limited but very important set of recipes. Here are the main items you can craft, along with their inputs:
- Dark Silver Ingot – 1 Silver Ingot + 1 Ghost Crystal. This is the primary end-game crafting material for weapons and armor.
- Sanguine Ingot – 1 Dark Silver Ingot + 1 Primal Essence. Used for the Sanguine weapon set.
- Ghost Crystal Shard – 1 Ghost Crystal + 1 Unsullied Heart. Used for the Sanguine armor set.
- Sanguine Weapon – 1 Sanguine Ingot + 1 Weapon of the same type (e.g., a sword). The weapon must be at least a Dark Silver weapon. This creates the Sanguine version, which has higher stats and a unique visual effect.
- Sanguine Armor Piece – 1 Ghost Crystal Shard + 1 Armor piece of the same slot (e.g., a chest piece). The armor must be at least Dark Silver tier.
Note that the Sanguine weapons and armor are considered the best in the game for their respective tiers, offering significant stat boosts and a distinct red glow.
Choosing What to Craft First
Given the rarity of the ingredients (especially Primal Essence and Unsullied Hearts), you should prioritize what to craft. Here’s a sensible order:
- Dark Silver Ingots – Start by making a few of these to craft a Dark Silver weapon (e.g., a sword or axe) for general use. This will make farming tougher enemies easier.
- Sanguine Weapon – Once you have a Dark Silver weapon and a Sanguine Ingot, upgrade it to Sanguine. The stat boost is substantial.
- Sanguine Armor – After your weapon, focus on upgrading your armor pieces to Sanguine for better survivability. The chest and legs give the biggest armor boost, so do those first.
Remember that the Fusion Forge is not a one-time use – you can craft as many items as you have ingredients for.
Common Mistakes and Misconceptions
One common mistake is trying to fuse two of the same item to get a better version of that item. That is not how it works – the recipes are specific. For example, you cannot put two Dark Silver Swords into the forge to get a Sanguine Sword; you need a Sanguine Ingot and a Dark Silver Sword.
Another misconception is that the Fusion Forge can upgrade lower-tier items (like Iron or Copper) directly to Sanguine. It cannot – the base item must be of the correct tier (Dark Silver for weapons, and for armor, the piece must be at least Dark Silver as well).
Also, be careful not to accidentally use your best weapon as an ingredient without having a backup. The forge consumes the input items, so if you fuse your only Dark Silver Sword, you won’t get it back – you’ll get the Sanguine version, but you’ll be without a weapon during the crafting process if you don’t have a spare.
Where to Find the Ingredients
To use the Fusion Forge effectively, you need to know where to get the rare ingredients:
- Ghost Crystals – Found in the Cursed Forest, usually in chests or dropped by enemies. You can also mine them from nodes in the same area.
- Primal Essence – Dropped by high-level enemies in the Cursed Forest and the Silverlight Hills. It is also a reward from some V Blood carriers.
- Unsullied Hearts – Dropped by the boss Solarus the Immaculate (level 80), who is found in the Silverlight Hills. This is a challenging fight, so prepare accordingly.
You will also need a steady supply of Silver Ingots, which come from smelting Silver Ore (found in the Silverlight Hills) with Sulphur in a Furnace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the Fusion Forge to upgrade my weapon without a Sanguine Ingot?
No, the Sanguine weapon recipe specifically requires a Sanguine Ingot. Without it, you cannot craft the Sanguine version.
Is the Fusion Forge worth building?
Yes, if you plan to reach the end-game content. The Sanguine gear is significantly stronger than Dark Silver, and the forge is the only way to get it.
Can I move the Fusion Forge after placing it?
Yes, you can pick it up like any other castle structure and place it elsewhere. You don’t lose any progress.
Do I need to research anything before using the Fusion Forge?
No, defeating Angram the Fusionist unlocks all the recipes. There is no separate research tree for the forge.
Can I craft multiple items at once?
No, the forge processes one recipe at a time. You have to click craft for each item individually.
What happens if I die while using the forge?
Nothing happens to the forge or your materials. The crafting process is instant, so as long as you have the items, you can craft immediately. Dying doesn’t affect it.
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