Last updated: May 10, 2026
Progression Overview
| Stage | HXP Needed | Unlocks | Time Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollow | 0 | Basic abilities, low stats | — |
| Menos (Gillian) | 10,000 | Cero, giant form | 2-4h |
| Adjuchas | 25,000 | Sonído, Hierro, sentient form | 6-10h |
| Vasto Lorde | 75,000 | S-tier stats, regen cap | 15-25h |
| Arrancar | — | Resurrección (mask breaking) | instant after Vasto |
Best HXP Farming Routes
- Hueco Mundo Desert (early) — low-level Hollows, fast respawn.
- Forest of Menos — best ratio for Menos → Adjuchas.
- Las Noches Outskirts — Adjuchas elites, required for Vasto push.
- PvP souls count too — 3× the HXP of NPC farming if you win consistently.
Vasto Lorde Gate
After 75k HXP you'll get a system prompt. You must refuse to evolve early (resist Adjuchas cap temptation) to qualify for the Vasto route. Evolving too early permanently locks you out of Vasto Lorde.
Arrancar Transition
At Vasto Lorde, travel to the Hueco Mundo Altar and break your mask. You lose some regen but gain Resurrección — a transformation rivalling Bankai.
Tips
- Never AFK as Hollow — PvP players actively hunt Hollows in Hueco Mundo.
- Save consumables for the Vasto push. You'll need healing against Adjuchas elites.
- Join a Hollow sect for farm routes + group boosts.
See also: Hollow Race Guide · Tier List.