How to Get Instinct V2 in Blox Fruits 2026: Complete Requirements Guide

How to Get Instinct V2 in Blox Fruits 2026: Complete Requirements Guide

Blox Fruits Guide Team•January 31, 2026•8 min read
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Instinct V2 is one of the most sought-after upgrades in Blox Fruits, offering significant combat advantages in both PvP and PvE. This guide covers everything you need to know about unlocking Instinct V2 in January 2026.

What is Instinct V2?

Instinct V2 (also known as Observation Haki V2) is the upgraded version of the basic Instinct ability. It provides enhanced dodging capabilities and combat awareness that give you a significant edge in fights.

Instinct V1 vs V2 Comparison

| Feature | Instinct V1 | Instinct V2 | |---------|-------------|-------------| | Dodge Time | 2 seconds | 3.5 seconds | | Vision Range | 50 studs | 100 studs | | Cooldown | 5 seconds | 4 seconds | | Enemy Highlighting | Basic | Enhanced | | Attack Warning | No | Yes |

Why Instinct V2 Matters: The extra 1.5 seconds of dodge time and attack warning system make Instinct V2 essential for high-level PvP. Most tournament players consider it mandatory.

Requirements to Get Instinct V2

Before you can unlock Instinct V2, you need to meet several prerequisites:

Minimum Requirements

  1. Level 1800+ - Must be in Third Sea
  2. Instinct V1 - Already purchased and unlocked
  3. $5,000,000 Beli - Payment for the upgrade quest
  4. Max Instinct V1 - Fully leveled to 5000 XP

Materials Needed

| Material | Quantity | How to Get | |----------|----------|------------| | Conjured Cocoa | 500 | Third Sea NPCs | | Electric Wing | 250 | Boss drops (Thunder God) | | Mystic Droplet | 100 | Sea Beast hunting | | Dragon Scale | 50 | Dragon boss drops |

Pro Tip

Farming Tip: Focus on getting Dragon Scales first—they're the hardest material to farm. Join raid parties for more efficient drops.

Step-by-Step Guide to Get Instinct V2

Step 1: Locate the Hungry Man NPC

The Hungry Man is located at the Floating Turtle island in the Third Sea. He's inside a small building near the spawn point.

Coordinates: Near the cafe structure on the upper level of Floating Turtle.

Step 2: Accept the Quest

Talk to the Hungry Man and select the Instinct V2 quest option. You'll need to:

  • Pay $5,000,000 Beli upfront
  • Hand over all required materials
  • Accept the combat challenge

Step 3: Complete the Combat Challenge

After accepting, you'll face a timed combat trial:

  1. Wave 1: Defeat 50 NPCs in 3 minutes
  2. Wave 2: Kill 3 mini-bosses in 5 minutes
  3. Wave 3: Defeat the Instinct Master (boss fight)

Tips for the Combat Challenge:

  • Use a high-AOE fruit (Buddha, Leopard, Dough)
  • Bring healing items or use Phoenix
  • The Instinct Master has Instinct V2—predict his dodge timings

Step 4: Return to Hungry Man

After completing all waves, return to the Hungry Man to receive your Instinct V2 upgrade. The ability is instantly activated.

Best Fruits for Instinct V2 Quest

Some fruits make the combat challenge significantly easier:

S-Tier (Highly Recommended)

  1. Buddha - Tank damage, large AOE clears
  2. Leopard - Fast clears, high mobility
  3. Dough (Awakened) - Control and damage

A-Tier (Good Options)

  1. Dragon - Flight advantage for boss fight
  2. Gas - DOT stacking for waves
  3. Phoenix - Self-heal for surviving waves

Avoid

  • Control - Too slow for wave clears
  • Low-tier fruits - Insufficient damage output

Instinct V2 Abilities Explained

Enhanced Dodge

Your dodge window increases from 2 seconds to 3.5 seconds. This means:

  • More time to avoid incoming attacks
  • Better survivability in multi-opponent fights
  • Easier escape from combo chains

Attack Warning System

The biggest upgrade—you'll see a visual indicator when enemies are about to attack:

  • Red glow appears around your character
  • Direction arrow shows attack origin
  • Sound cue plays before impact

Extended Vision

Your Observation Haki vision range doubles from 50 to 100 studs:

  • See enemies through walls from further away
  • Better awareness in crowded fights
  • Essential for PvP advantage

Tips for Using Instinct V2 Effectively

PvP Usage

  1. Prediction: Use the attack warning to predict opponent moves
  2. Counter-attack: Dodge, then immediately punish
  3. Spacing: Extended vision helps maintain optimal distance
  4. Combo escape: 3.5s dodge helps break enemy combos

PvE Usage

  1. Boss fights: Dodge high-damage attacks consistently
  2. Raid efficiency: Survive longer without healing items
  3. Sea Beasts: More reaction time for special attacks
  4. Dungeon Mode: Essential for Nightmare+ difficulty

Pro Tip: Practice activating Instinct V2 on muscle memory. The split-second timing can determine fight outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I buy Instinct V2 with Robux?

A: No. Instinct V2 must be earned through the quest. No shortcuts available.

Q: How long does the V2 quest take?

A: Material farming takes 10-20 hours depending on luck. The combat challenge takes 15-30 minutes.

Q: Does Instinct V2 transfer to new accounts?

A: No. Instinct V2 is account-specific and must be unlocked on each account.

Q: What if I fail the combat challenge?

A: You can retry immediately. Materials are consumed on acceptance, but quest can be repeated.

Q: Is Instinct V2 required for Update 29 content?

A: Not required, but highly recommended for Dungeon Mode and PvP Arena.

Material Farming Guide

Conjured Cocoa (500 needed)

Best Farm Location: Cocoa Island NPCs (Third Sea) Drop Rate: ~30% Estimated Time: 2-3 hours

Electric Wing (250 needed)

Best Farm Location: Thunder God boss (respawn: 10 min) Drop Rate: ~25% Estimated Time: 4-5 hours

Mystic Droplet (100 needed)

Best Farm Location: Sea Beasts (random spawn) Drop Rate: ~15% Estimated Time: 3-4 hours

Dragon Scale (50 needed)

Best Farm Location: Dragon boss at Castle on the Sea Drop Rate: ~10% Estimated Time: 6-10 hours

Pro Tip

Efficiency Tip: Join a farming crew. Multiple players can share boss spawns and trade extra materials.

Conclusion

Instinct V2 is a game-changing upgrade that:

  • Extends dodge time by 75%
  • Adds attack warning system
  • Doubles vision range
  • Reduces cooldown by 20%

Investment Summary:

  • Total Time: 20-30 hours (farming + quest)
  • Beli Cost: $5,000,000
  • Difficulty: Moderate (with good fruit)

For serious PvP players and anyone tackling Update 29's Dungeon Mode, Instinct V2 is a must-have upgrade. Start farming those materials today!

Last Updated: January 31, 2026
Verified: Quest tested and confirmed working as of Update 29