To awaken any race to V2 in Haze Seas, reach level 2200, complete the shared Race V2 questline by defeating a Sea Beast, collecting 50 chests, defeating Zenith, then pay 1,000,000 Beli and 100 Gems; repeat the same process for each race you want awakened.
Race V2 in Haze Seas is a late-game unlock, so do not plan around it until your character is already at level 2200. The same questline is used for every race currently named in-game: Human, Beastborn, Skyborn, Fishborn, Demon, Dragon, and D Clan.
The upgrade route is tied to the Engineer NPC in Second Sea in current routing notes, while the main requirement chain is straightforward: Sea Beast, chests, Zenith, then payment. Plan to repeat that chain if you want more than one V2 race unlocked.
Race V2 requirements before you start
| Requirement | Amount or objective | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Level | 2200 | You need this before taking the Race V2 quest. |
| NPC and area | Engineer in Second Sea | Used for the Race V2 upgrade dialogue. |
| Sea Beast | Defeat 1 Sea Beast | This is the first quest objective. |
| Chests | Collect 50 chests | Chests around the map count toward the total. |
| Zenith | Defeat the Zenith boss | Zenith is tied to Shadow Island access during storm weather. |
| Beli cost | 1,000,000 Beli | Paid after the objectives are complete. |
| Gem cost | 100 Gems | Use 100 Gems; the 1,000 Gems figure floating around appears to be an early misstatement. |
| Repeatability | Repeat for each race | One completion awakens one race, not every race at once. |
Race V2 awakening quest order
STEP 1/7
Reach level 2200
Get to level 2200 first, because the Race V2 quest cannot be taken before that gate.
STEP 2/7
Take the Race V2 quest
Start the Race V2 questline through the upgrade NPC path, currently handled by the Engineer in Second Sea.
STEP 3/7
Defeat a Sea Beast
Clear the first quest objective by defeating 1 Sea Beast.
STEP 4/7
Collect 50 chests
Open 50 chests around the map to finish the second objective.
STEP 5/7
Defeat Zenith
Beast the Zenith boss; current routing places Zenith through Shadow Island during storm weather.
STEP 6/7
Pay the awakening cost
Spend 1,000,000 Beli and 100 Gems to unlock that race’s V2.
STEP 7/7
Repeat for another race
Run the same questline again for each other race you want awakened to V2.
Farm the 1,000,000 Beli and 100 Gems before starting repeat awakenings so you are not stuck after clearing Sea Beast, 50 chests, and Zenith.
How every race awakening works
Awakening every race is not a one-time account-wide unlock. You awaken one race at a time, then repeat the same V2 questline and payment for the next race you want upgraded.
This also makes race order matter. If you are low on Gems or do not want to grind the whole route several times in a row, awaken the race you actually play first instead of trying to spread effort across rerolls.
Race V1 and Race V2 bonuses
| Race | V1 bonus | V2 bonus | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human | +25% walk speed and +70% HP | +50% walk speed when under 70% HP, plus +1 Observation dodge | A strong general upgrade for movement and survivability. The first V2 bonus block appears to describe Human even though a later spoken label slips into another race name. |
| Beastborn | +20% walk speed and +5% stamina | +50% walk speed and +10% stamina | Better stamina and speed make it smoother for chasing, farming, and repositioning. |
| Skyborn | +50% boost on the first skywalk | Glide ability; hold Space to fall 2x slower, and the first skywalk is 2x as powerful | Beast for air control, travel, and staying mobile above fights. |
| Fishborn | +50% swim speed | 2x swim speed, 2x walk speed for 4 seconds after leaving water, and water immunity for fruit users | One of the most useful V2 upgrades if you move through water often or use a fruit. |
| Demon | 2.5% life steal | 3% life steal, plus a 10% chance to summon a damaging hellfire circle on dash | Great for aggressive builds because dash pressure can add extra damage while life steal keeps you fighting. |
| Dragon | +10% health, +10% health regen, and +25% boost on the first skywalk | +10% health and the glide ability with a 2x slower drop while holding Space | The V2 shifts Dragon toward air control; some players may prefer the V1 regen package depending on build. |
| D Clan | +5% health, +5% stamina, plus Conquerors costing 250 stamina | +10% health, +10% stamina, plus Conquerors costing 50 stamina | A major efficiency jump because Conquerors becomes much cheaper while the base stats double. |
The cleanest priority picks are the races that add utility you can feel every run: Fishborn for water safety and burst movement, Demon for sustain and dash damage, and D Clan for cheaper Conquerors use. Skyborn is also valuable if your build depends on air movement, while Human and Beastborn are more straightforward speed and survivability upgrades.
Which race to awaken first and mistakes to avoid
Do not start planning Race V2 before level 2200. If you are below the requirement, spend the time leveling, farming Beli, and stacking Gems so the questline does not stall at the final payment.
For Zenith, be ready around storm weather and Shadow Island access instead of waiting until the last moment to figure it out. Zenith can also drop a new sword, so the boss clear is worth treating as both an awakening objective and a loot chance.
If you cannot awaken everything immediately, prioritize the race that solves your biggest problem. Fishborn helps fruit users and water travel, Demon helps damage-heavy play, and D Clan is the biggest quality-of-life jump if you rely on Conquerors.
Video help
Race V2 systems not to mix up
Race V2 is separate from Fighting Style V2, fruit awakening, race rerolls, codes, and older race data from other similarly named games. The Race V2 route here is the level 2200 questline with Sea Beast, 50 chests, Zenith, and the 1,000,000 Beli + 100 Gems payment.
Race rerolls can change what race you have, but they are not the same thing as awakening that race to V2. Codes and spin rewards may help you chase a race, while Race V2 is the upgrade you grind after you already have the race you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level do you need for Race V2 in Haze Seas?
You need to be level 2200 to take the Race V2 quest in Haze Seas.
Do all races use the same V2 questline?
Yes. Human, Beastborn, Skyborn, Fishborn, Demon, Dragon, and D Clan use the same Race V2 questline, repeated one race at a time.
How much does Race V2 cost?
After finishing the objectives, Race V2 costs 1,000,000 Beli and 100 Gems for the race you are awakening.
Where do you fight Zenith?
Zenith is tied to Shadow Island, which current routing places behind storm weather access. Beast Zenith after the Sea Beast and chest objectives to finish the third Race V2 quest.
Can you awaken every race to V2 on one account?
Yes, but not with a single completion. You need to repeat the Race V2 chain and pay the cost again for each race you want awakened.
More questions⤵
Is Race V2 the same as Fighting Style V2?
No. Race V2 upgrades your race passives, while Fighting Style V2 is a separate progression system with its own requirements.
