In Unknown 9: Awakening, players will discover various intriguing elements, including artifacts from the Sahin, messages from key figures like Dr. Matos, and even miscellaneous Ascendants and their technological designs. These collectibles provide deeper context about the game’s universe and the essential characters in Haroona’s journey.
As you explore, remember that each Ascension Card you encounter presents abstract notions of motivation and paths for self-betterment, hinting at possible advancements toward a higher state of existence. However, given the enigmatic nature of the Ascendants, one might wonder if such promises can truly be trusted.
Locations for All Ascension Cards
You can locate a total of ten Ascension Cards scattered throughout the game. Each card is medium-sized and sports a small black or red emblem.
To make your search easier, consider investing in the Umbric Resonance upgrade for the Peek skill, which highlights nearby collectibles when activated.
You’ll find one card in nearly every chapter, often resting on tables or desks within Ascendant Camps.
| Ascension Card | Chapter | How to Find It |
|---|---|---|
| Scrutinize Human Limits | Richat Structure | After learning about Tuning, slip through the wall with Reika and drop into the next Ascendant camp. Enter the nearest tent on the left, where the Ascension Card rests on a table alongside a scale. |
| Define Allies & Enemies | Chamiri | Jump to the flowering vines from the balcony, climb up the stairs, break the crates, and find the Ascension Card on a table near the stone railing. |
| Force A Fight And Fail | Suknasari Forest | Follow Luther through the scaffolding, then cross the bridge behind you. The Ascension Card is on a set of crates halfway across, near a hanging lamp. |
| Burn Down Your Temple | Chamatkari Mandir | In the Ascendant camp with poison canisters, go right towards the flowering vines after parting with Azad. The card is nestled between the vines and a generator. |
| Ascension | The Morning Star II | After the cutscene back on the Morning Star, follow Buchra into Vincent’s office. The Ascension Card is on the backside of his desk, near an open book. |
| Dive Deeper | Quinta Matos | Clear out the Ascendants in the courtyard, then enter the greenhouse with Luther. The Ascension Card is on a desk at the bottom of the stairs next to an open book. |
| Become An Instrument Of Purpose | Quinta Matos | Defeat the Phantom on the second floor, go through the secret bookshelf door, and ascend into the lab area. The Ascension Card is at the back of the room on a small round table next to the couch. |
| Forge Your Path | Dasuden | After maneuvering the platform with the crane, defeat the Ascendants and reach the second-floor room. The Ascension Card lies on a table in the corner near a heavy red door, accompanied by a lit lamp. |
| Embrace The Shadow | Peshanden | After parting from Buchra, sneak down from the broken elevator into the Ascendant area. The card is near two stools by the edge of the railing covered by a green tarp. |
These Ascension Cards not only enhance your gameplay experience but also enrich your understanding of the intricate narrative woven throughout Unknown 9: Awakening. Happy collecting!