Three bosses drop Jade Binders.
Nine Sols: How to Get More Jade Slots Full Guide 2026
Nine Sols, the 2026 Metroidvania masterpiece, lets you equip powerful jades for combos and upgrades. Default two slots limit builds, but unlocking more via exploration and bosses is essential for New Game+.
This detailed article covers every method, from hidden paths to talisman crafts, ensuring you max jade slots for ultimate Sekiro-like combat.
Early Game: First Extra Jade Slot
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Analysis panel
After Mt. Lathe, detour to hidden cave.
- Solve lantern puzzle
- Defeat mini-boss Yi
- Slot unlocks permanently
Mid-Game Slots from Boss Drops
Three bosses drop Jade Binders.
Three bosses drop Jade Binders.
- Gongshu: +1 slot
- Shennong: Branching slot
- Jué: Ultimate +2
Exploration Secrets for Slots
Secret areas hide expanders.
Secret areas hide expanders.
Secret areas hide expanders.
- Ashen Pass echo chamber
- Forgotten Ruins chest
- Skyward Peak aerial fight
Crafting Jade Slot Talismans
Collect essences to craft at shrines.
Collect essences to craft at shrines.
- 20 Jade Shards per talisman
- Max 6 crafts per playthrough
- Stack with drops
New Game+ Infinite Slots Method
2026 update adds carryover scaling.
2026 update adds carryover scaling.
- Complete true ending
- NG+ doubles cap
- Infinite via loops
Frequently Asked Questions
How many jade slots max in Nine Sols?
8 in base game, 12 in NG+ 2026.
Best jade build for more slots?
Focus defense jades early for survivability.
Do slots reset on death?
No, permanent unlocks.