Where can I find the recipe for Special Health Cure in RDR2?
The Special Health Cure is one of the most valuable consumables in Red Dead Redemption 2, as it fully restores your health core and provides a temporary boost to your health regeneration. To craft this item, you need to acquire the recipe, gather the required ingredients, and use a campfire or a portable crafting kit. The recipe for the Special Health Cure can be found in the game world, specifically in a specific location or by progressing through the story.\n\nTo obtain the recipe, you must first complete the mission ''A Strange Kindness'' in Chapter 2. This mission introduces you to the character of Reverend Swanson and unlocks the ability to craft tonics and other consumables. After completing this mission, the recipe for the Special Health Cure becomes available in your crafting menu. However, if you want to find the recipe in the open world, you can locate it at the Hermit''s Shack in the Grizzlies East region. This shack is northeast of Bacchus Station, and the recipe is inside a lockbox on the table.\n\nOnce you have the recipe, you need to gather the required ingredients: one Ginseng, one Yarrow, and one Indian Tobacco. Ginseng can be found in the forests of Ambarino and the Heartlands, often near trees or rocky areas. Yarrow is commonly found in grassy plains, such as the Heartlands or Big Valley. Indian Tobacco grows in the southern regions of the map, particularly in Lemoyne and near the Kamassa River. These herbs can be identified by their distinct appearances: Ginseng has red berries, Yarrow has yellow flowers, and Indian Tobacco has small purple flowers.\n\nAfter collecting the ingredients, head to a campfire or use your portable crafting kit. Open the crafting menu, navigate to the tonics section, and select the Special Health Cure. If you have all the required ingredients, you can craft the item. Keep in mind that crafting requires time, so ensure you are in a safe location before starting the process. Once crafted, the Special Health Cure will be added to your inventory and can be used during combat or exploration to restore your health.\n\nA common challenge players face is locating the ingredients, especially in the early stages of the game. To make this easier, use Eagle Eye frequently while exploring. This ability highlights nearby herbs and plants, making them easier to spot. Additionally, consider purchasing the Herbalist role in Red Dead Online, which provides a map of herb locations. For single-player mode, use the in-game map to mark areas where you have found specific herbs, so you can return to them later.\n\nAnother tip is to stockpile ingredients whenever possible. Herbs like Ginseng, Yarrow, and Indian Tobacco are used in multiple recipes, so having a surplus ensures you can craft Special Health Cures whenever needed. If you are struggling to find specific herbs, consider visiting the general store in Valentine or Saint Denis, as they occasionally sell herbs and other crafting materials.\n\nIn summary, the Special Health Cure is a powerful item that can save your life in tough situations. To craft it, complete the ''A Strange Kindness'' mission or find the recipe at the Hermit''s Shack. Gather Ginseng, Yarrow, and Indian Tobacco, then craft the item at a campfire. Use Eagle Eye to locate herbs efficiently and stockpile ingredients for future use. With these steps, you will always have a reliable way to restore your health in Red Dead Redemption 2.