While the EXP slider gets most of the attention, the HL and Innocent Rate sliders in Disgaea Mayhem's Cheat Shop are equally critical for mid-to-late game progression. HL currency funds Dark Assembly bribes and equipment purchases, while Innocent Rate determines how efficiently you collect the attribute-boosting Innocents that power your endgame equipment.
This guide covers optimal HL and Innocent Rate configurations for every farming scenario, from early HL grinding to advanced Innocent stacking.
HL Rate Slider — Currency Multiplier
The HL Rate slider multiplies the HL currency dropped by enemies. Like the EXP slider, it has no trade-off — it's a pure multiplier.
| Setting | HL per Kill (Base 500) | Farming Speed |
|---|---|---|
| 1x (minimum) | 500 | Slow — use when HL isn't the goal |
| 3x | 1,500 | Moderate — balanced farming |
| 5x | 2,500 | Good — dedicated HL farming |
| 10x (maximum) | 5,000 | Fast — intensive HL farming |
When to Maximize HL Rate
| Situation | Recommended HL Rate | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Need HL for Dark Assembly bribes | 10x | Fastest way to accumulate large sums |
| Need HL for equipment purchases | 10x | Expensive endgame gear requires millions of HL |
| General farming (balanced) | 3-5x | Moderate income alongside EXP/Innocent farming |
| EXP-focused leveling | 1x | HL not the priority; minimize slider to focus on EXP |
HL Farming Stage Comparison
| Stage | Base HL per Clear | With 10x + DA Bonuses | Clear Time | HL per Minute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson Gate | 5,000 | 65,000 | 45-60 sec | ~78,000 |
| Land of Carnage | 15,000 | 195,000 | 90-120 sec | ~110,000 |
| Item World (mixed) | 2,000 | 26,000 | 60-90 sec | ~26,000 |
The Land of Carnage is the best dedicated HL farming stage, yielding approximately 110,000 HL per minute at maximum settings. However, Crimson Gate is more accessible mid-game and provides respectable returns.
Innocent Rate Slider — Item World Multiplier
The Innocent Rate slider multiplies the spawn rate of Innocents inside the Item World. This is the most important slider for equipment enhancement.
| Setting | Innocents per Floor | Innocents per Run (100 floors) |
|---|---|---|
| 1x | 0.1-0.2 | 10-20 |
| 3x | 0.3-0.6 | 30-60 |
| 5x | 0.5-1.0 | 50-100 |
| 10x (maximum) | 1.0-3.0 | 100-300 |
At 10x Innocent Rate with a Utility Buddy's Innocent Spawn Demod, you see 2-3 Innocents per floor. This is a dramatic improvement over the base rate of 1 Innocent every 5-10 floors.
Innocent Rate × Buddy Demod Stacking
| Configuration | Innocents per Floor | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1x Rate, no Demod | 0.1-0.2 | Base game |
| 10x Rate, no Demod | 1.0-2.0 | Cheat Shop only |
| 10x Rate + Utility Demod | 2.0-3.5 | Cheat Shop + Buddy |
| 10x Rate + Demod + DA Bill | 2.5-4.0 | All sources |
The Dark Assembly offers a "Research Grant" bill that further increases Innocent spawn rates by 10%. Combined with Cheat Shop 10x and Buddy Demod, this creates the maximum Innocent collection rate.
Multi-Resource Farming Configurations
Most farming sessions benefit from collecting multiple resources simultaneously. Here are the optimal balanced configurations:
Balanced Farming (EXP + HL + Innocents)
| Slider | Setting | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Enemy Strength | 5-8 stars | Moderate difficulty, reasonable base values |
| EXP Rate | 10x | Maximum leveling speed |
| HL Rate | 5x | Good HL income alongside EXP |
| Innocent Rate | 10x | Maximum Innocent collection |
Best for: General Item World runs where you want to level, earn HL, and collect Innocents simultaneously.
HL-Focused Farming
| Slider | Setting | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Enemy Strength | 8-10 stars | Higher-level enemies drop more HL |
| EXP Rate | 5x | Some leveling |
| HL Rate | 10x | Maximum currency |
| Innocent Rate | 3x | Minor Innocent collection |
Best for: Dedicated HL farming sessions when you need millions for Dark Assembly bribes or expensive equipment.
Innocent-Focused Farming
| Slider | Setting | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Enemy Strength | 5-8 stars | Manageable for deep IW runs |
| EXP Rate | 5x | Moderate leveling |
| HL Rate | 3x | Minor income |
| Innocent Rate | 10x | Maximum Innocent collection |
Best for: Deep Item World runs targeting Rare and Legendary Innocent collection.
FAQ
Should I always set Innocent Rate to maximum?
Yes, during any Item World run. Innocent Rate has no downside and the value of each Innocent collected compounds over time. Even if you're primarily in the Item World for EXP or equipment enhancement, maximum Innocent Rate ensures you collect valuable Innocents along the way.
How does HL Rate interact with Dark Assembly bills?
HL Rate stacks multiplicatively with Dark Assembly HL bills. A Cheat Shop 10x HL Rate combined with DA +30% HL bonus gives 13x effective HL multiplier. This stacking is essential for accumulating the millions of HL needed for expensive late-game bills and equipment.
Can I farm HL and Innocents simultaneously?
Yes. The optimal configuration for dual farming is: Enemy Strength 5-8 stars, EXP 5x, HL 5x, Innocent Rate 10x. This provides balanced returns across all three resources. The Item World is the best dual-farming location because every floor provides EXP, HL drops, and Innocent spawns.
What happens to my Cheat Shop settings when I exit the game?
Cheat Shop settings are saved automatically. When you reload, your previous configuration is preserved. You only need to adjust settings when changing farming goals, not after every session.
Is there a downside to maximum HL and Innocent Rate?
No. These sliders have no trade-offs — they are pure multipliers that increase rewards without affecting difficulty. The only slider with a trade-off is Enemy Strength. Always set HL and Innocent Rate to maximum unless you're specifically not interested in those resources.