Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown introduces Metroidvania elements, with increasing difficulty as you progress.

Upgrading weapons is crucial to overcome challenges and bosses.

After about an hour of playing, you'll reach Haven, a key location for upgrades.

Talk to characters like Farbia, The Mage, and Artaban. You'll notice a glowing yellow pattern on a wall, but don't enter yet.

Continue playing the story, defeating mini-bosses like the boar. Make your way back through Haven.

The glowing area will now be lit up, granting access to Kaheva, The Blacksmith

Kaheva offers weapon upgrades in exchange for resources. Prioritize swords for the most significant combat improvement.

Azure Damascus Ore is rare, so save it for higher sword upgrades (+3 or +4). 

Resist the urge to spend Azure Damascus Ore on other upgrades until swords reach +2.

Hold onto the Ore for further sword upgrades to maximize its impact.

Hold onto the Ore for further sword upgrades to maximize its impact.