The latest Sakura Stand Frieren & Novice Mage Update introduces two new magic-based specs: Frieren and Novice Mage. Alongside this, we’ve got a bunch of material-based crafting, quest progression, and limited-time codes to take advantage of. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about unlocking the new specs, where to find materials, and how to progress through the Arch Mage quests.
How to Unlock Frieren Spec
Frieren is a high-tier magic spec that requires you to gather specific materials and craft an item called the Old Staff.
Required Materials:
- 5x Magic Ore
- 3x Soul Wood
- Flame Grimoires (used later in the questline)
Step-by-Step Process:
- Farm the Materials
- Magic Ore spawns inside the cave near Muzan.
- Soul Wood spawns inside Hueco Mundo.
- Flame Grimoires are dropped from random crates throughout the map.
- Craft the Old Staff
- Once you have 5 Magic Ore and 3 Soul Wood, use the crafting system to build the Old Staff.
- Use the Old Staff on a Standless Character
- Equip no stand.
- Use the Old Staff to receive the Novice Mage spec.
At this point, you will begin the Novice Mage questline, which eventually leads to Frieren’s full potential.
Novice Mage Questline Guide
To continue progressing and unlock advanced magic abilities, you’ll need to complete quests given by the Arch Mage NPC, located near Mambo Beach.
Quest 1: Strength Training
To complete this stage, you must:
- Defeat 10 Hollows using Novice Mage
- Defeat 10 Curses using Novice Mage
- Collect 5 Sukuna Fingers
- Submit 5 Flame Grimoires
Quest 2: Golem Challenge
After finishing the strength training, talk to the Arch Mage again. The next quest requires you to:
- Defeat 3 Golems using Novice Mage
- Submit 2 more Flame Grimoires
Once both quests are completed, you will have full access to the power tied to Frieren or the upgraded mage paths.
Where to Find Each Material
Here is a breakdown of where to find every essential item:
| Material | Location Description |
|---|---|
| Magic Ore | Inside the cave near Muzan, straight ahead from the entrance |
| Soul Wood | Found in Hueco Mundo, scattered around the zone |
| Flame Grimoires | Dropped randomly from crates or boxes in the overworld |
The cave near Muzan is heavily contested, especially right after updates. You may need to server-hop or use a private server for more consistent spawns.
Active Codes (September 2025)
Here are the new codes released with this update. Make sure to redeem them through the in-game code system.
| Code | Reward Details (not listed in video) |
|---|---|
Fryan |
Likely materials or EXP |
sorry for shutdown |
Possible compensation items |
elf mage |
Likely boost or craft support |
These codes are active at the time of writing but may expire without notice.
While the update isn’t massive in terms of content, it introduces a meaningful progression route through crafting and quest completion. Players interested in magic builds will find this path both rewarding and fairly accessible with proper planning.