How to Get Kaneki Centipede Sakura Stand (January 2026) Full Guide
Are you ready to unlock one of the most terrifying and powerful evolutions in Sakura Stand? The Kaneki Centipede form represents the pinnacle of Kaneki’s power, featuring a brutal centipede-style transformation that dominates the battlefield. As someone who has spent countless hours mastering this evolution, I’m here to guide you through every single step of this challenging but rewarding journey.
What Makes Kaneki Centipede Special?
Kaneki Centipede isn’t just another evolution – it’s the Version 2 form of base Kaneki (KCKI) that transforms your character into a terrifying powerhouse inspired by Tokyo Ghoul’s most iconic transformation. This evolution stands out for several reasons:
- Visual Impact: The centipede-style transformation is one of the most visually impressive in the game
- Power Boost: Significantly enhanced abilities and damage output
- Rarity: Only dedicated players who complete the extensive questline unlock this form
- Prestige: Owning Kaneki Centipede showcases your dedication and skill
Quick Overview
| Aspect | Requirement | Difficulty | Time Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Kaneki | Must be unlocked first | Medium | 2-4 hours |
| PvP Wins | 10 one-on-one victories | Hard | 1-3 hours |
| Crafting Materials | Multiple rare items | Very Hard | 3-6 hours |
| Boss Fight | Defeat Rise with Kaneki | Extreme | 30-60 minutes |
| Total Evolution | Complete all steps | Very Hard | 6-14 hours |
Prerequisites Before Starting
Before you embark on this journey, ensure you meet these critical requirements:
Must-Have Items:
- Base Kaneki unlocked (This is non-negotiable)
- No active Kaneki quest (Cancel any existing Kaneki quests)
- Sufficient time (This evolution takes 6-14 hours minimum)
- Patience (You will face frustrating moments)
Recommended Preparation:
- Stock up on healing items
- Have friends ready to help with PvP requirements
- Save up Blood Stones (500 needed for later)
- Prepare for extensive grinding sessions
Pro Tip: I recommend starting this evolution when you have a free weekend ahead. The process is long and requires focus to avoid mistakes that could set you back hours.
Complete Step-by-Step Evolution Guide
Step 1: Initiating the Questline
Location: Best Friend NPC in the arena Requirements: Kaneki equipped, no active Kaneki quest
This is where your journey begins. Head to the Best Friend NPC with Kaneki equipped. The game will check two critical conditions:
- You must have Kaneki currently equipped
- You must NOT have any active Kaneki quests
If you have an active Kaneki quest, cancel it immediately from your quest log. Once you meet these conditions, interact with the Best Friend NPC to unlock the evolution questline.
Common Mistake: Many players forget to cancel their existing Kaneki quest and waste time wondering why the NPC won’t give them the evolution quest. Always check your quest log first!
Step 2: Restaurant Owner Quest
Location: Restaurant in front of the basketball court NPC: Restaurant Owner (at the counter)
This quest tests your combat skills and resource gathering abilities. You’ll need to complete three main objectives:
Combat Objectives:
- Win 10 one-on-one PvP fights using Kaneki
- Kill 5 players using the B skill (Slaughter)
Resource Gathering:
- Collect 100 RC Cells OR 20 Meat
How to Get Meat Efficiently? Meat drops from undead-style specs. Here’s the complete list and strategy:
| Spec | Meat Limit | Farming Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Kaneki | 5 meat | Use alt characters or friends |
| Suna | 5 meat | Farm in PvP areas |
| Vampire | 5 meat | Look for players using this spec |
| Dracula | 5 meat | Rare but worth hunting |
| Accuser | 5 meat | Check popular PvP spots |
Pro Strategy: Rotate through different specs to maximize meat collection. Each spec has a 5-meat limit, so you’ll need to switch between them or coordinate with friends who have these specs.
Time-Saving Tip: Focus on RC Cells if you have access to good farming spots. They’re often easier to collect than meat, especially if you have friends who can help you farm undead-style specs.
Step 3: Crafting 10k Ton Concrete
This step combines crafting with combat requirements. Here’s everything you need:
Crafting Requirements:
- Craft 10k Ton Concrete
- Requires 3 Premium Concrete
Where to Get Premium Concrete?
- Cyber Boxes (Random drop chance)
- Jutter Roll (Random drop chance)
Additional Requirements:
- Deal 5,000 total damage using Kaneki
- Let your blood bar be drained by H (Blood Boil) five times
Damage Dealing Strategy: Focus on using your most damaging moves:
- T (Recluse): 45 damage per use
- R (Red Pain): 43 damage per use
- Y (Blood Tentacle): 32 damage per use
Blood Bar Draining Method: Activate Blood Boil (H) and let it completely drain your blood bar. This takes time but is crucial for progression. I recommend doing this in a safe area where you won’t be interrupted.
Warning: Don’t die while your blood bar is draining, or it might not count toward your progress. Find a safe spot and let the ability run its course.
Step 4: Crafting 10k Ton Alloy Steel
This step requires rare materials and movement tracking:
Crafting Requirements:
- Craft 10k Ton Alloy Steel
- Requires 3 Alloy Steel
Where to Get Alloy Steel?
- Taji boss (Not guaranteed drop)
- Check boss rotation schedules
- Join boss hunting groups
Movement Requirement:
- Dash 6 to 7 times (to register movement progress)
Taji Boss Strategy: The Taji boss appears on a rotation schedule. Check the official Sakura Stand Discord for boss timers and locations. Consider joining a boss hunting group to increase your chances of getting Alloy Steel drops.
Dash Registration Tip: Sometimes the game doesn’t register dashes correctly. Try dashing in different directions and varying your speed to ensure the game tracks your movement properly.
Step 5: The Critical Rise Boss Fight
This is the most important and challenging step of the entire evolution. One mistake here and you’ll have to start over.
Required Item:
- Heagen Banner Flower (500 Blood Stones)
- Purchase from: Halloween Shop
Critical Rules:
- You MUST kill Rise using Kaneki
- If you fail, you must buy the flower again
- If you don’t land the kill with Kaneki, V2 will not unlock
Rise Boss Fight Strategy:
| Phase | Strategy | Key Points |
|---|---|---|
| Preparation | Buy Heagen Banner Flower | 500 Blood Stones needed |
| Positioning | Trap Rise near spawn walls | May be patched in some versions |
| Execution | Use Kaneki for final hit | Switch to Kaneki before killing |
| Backup | Have friends help damage | But ensure Kaneki gets last hit |
Pro Tips for the Rise Fight:
- Coordinate with friends to damage Rise to low health
- Switch to Kaneki just before the final blow
- Save your strongest moves for the finish
- Consider using the wall trap method if still available
- Have backup flowers ready in case of failure
Critical Warning: Many players have lost hours of progress because they accidentally killed Rise with the wrong character. Always double-check you’re using Kaneki before delivering the final blow!
Step 6: Unlocking Kaneki Version 2
After defeating Rise with Kaneki:
- Return to the Best Friend NPC in the arena
- A cutscene will trigger unlocking Version 2
Troubleshooting Cutscene Issues: If the cutscene freezes:
- Leave the game immediately
- Rejoin and check if Version 2 unlocked
- Contact support if issues persist
Step 7: Activating Kaneki Centipede Form
Unlocking Version 2 isn’t the final step! Here’s how to activate the Centipede form:
Activation Requirements:
- Enter H mode (Blood Boil)
- Reach 90% or higher blood meter
- Die without resetting (Don’t click “reset” or leave the game)
- Talk to Best Friend NPC again to finalize
Activation Strategy:
- Build up your blood bar through combat
- Activate Blood Boil when at 90%+ blood
- Let enemies defeat you (don’t reset)
- Quickly return to Best Friend NPC
- Enjoy your new Kaneki Centipede form!
Pro Tip: Have friends help you build blood bar safely. The 90% requirement can be tricky in active combat zones.
Advanced Strategies and Pro Tips
Speed Running the Evolution
Day 1-2: Base Preparation
- Unlock base Kaneki if you haven’t already
- Stockpile Blood Stones and crafting materials
- Build a team of reliable friends
Day 3-4: Main Questline
- Complete Steps 1-4 in a single session
- Focus on efficient farming methods
- Minimize downtime between objectives
Day 5: Final Boss
- Coordinate with your team for the Rise fight
- Have backup strategies ready
- Execute the final kill perfectly
Money and Resource Management
Essential Investments:
- Heagen Banner Flower: 500 Blood Stones (non-negotiable)
- Premium Concrete: Save from Cyber Boxes
- Alloy Steel: Farm Taji boss efficiently
- Healing Items: Stock up for PvP requirements
Farming Priorities:
- Blood Stones (for the flower)
- Premium Concrete (random drops)
- Alloy Steel (boss-dependent)
- Meat/RC Cells (choose based on availability)
Common Mistakes to Avoid In 2026
| Mistake | Consequence | Prevention |
|---|---|---|
| Forgetting to cancel base Kaneki quest | Can’t start evolution | Always check quest log first |
| Killing Rise with wrong character | Lost 500 Blood Stones | Double-check character before final hit |
| Resetting during blood bar drain | Progress not counted | Let enemies defeat you naturally |
| Not having enough Blood Stones | Can’t buy flower | Farm Blood Stones early |
| Soloing difficult objectives | Wasted time and resources | Build a reliable team |
Troubleshooting Guide
Quest Not Progressing?
Check These Common Issues:
- Verify quest requirements – Are you using the right character?
- Check server stability – Lag can cause progress issues
- Restart the game – Sometimes fixes tracking bugs
- Contact support – Use the official Discord for help
Boss Fight Problems?
Rise Fight Issues:
- Can’t trap Rise? Method may be patched in your version
- Not getting credit? Ensure Kaneki lands the final hit
- Keep failing? Practice with regular bosses first
Taji Boss Problems:
- No Alloy Steel drops? Keep trying, it’s random
- Boss too difficult? Join a boss hunting group
- Can’t find boss? Check Discord for spawn schedules
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the complete evolution take?
The full Kaneki Centipede evolution typically takes 6-14 hours of dedicated gameplay, depending on your skill level, preparation, and luck with drops.
Can I do this evolution solo?
While technically possible, I strongly recommend having at least 2-3 friends help with PvP requirements and boss fights. Some objectives are extremely difficult solo.
What happens if I die during the evolution?
Most progress is saved, but dying during critical moments (like the Rise fight) can cause you to lose progress and require starting certain steps over.
Is Kaneki Centipede worth the effort?
Absolutely! The Centipede form offers significant power boosts, unique abilities, and prestigious visual effects that make you stand out in combat.
Can I trade Kaneki Centipede?
No, Kaneki and its evolutions are currently untradeable, making this evolution a personal achievement.
What if the evolution bugs out?
Document the issue with screenshots, contact support through the official Discord, and avoid attempting the evolution again until the bug is confirmed fixed.
Final Thoughts
Unlocking Kaneki Centipede in Sakura Stand is one of the most challenging but rewarding experiences in the game. This evolution tests your patience, skill, and determination every step of the way. From intense PvP battles to rare material farming and that heart-pounding final boss fight, every moment contributes to making this achievement truly special.
Remember, the journey is just as important as the destination. The skills you learn and friends you make while completing this evolution will serve you well throughout your Sakura Stand adventure. Don’t rush the process – enjoy the challenge and celebrate each milestone along the way.
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