IS TANGTANG A 6-STAR? COMPLETE ANALYSIS | TALOS HUB
Is Our Supreme Chief a 6-Star? Breaking Down the TangTang Hype
The Arknights: Endfield community is currently in a state of absolute chaos, and it’s all thanks to one “stupid cat”: TangTang (or as we affectionately call her, SoupSoup). With the Version 1.1 update on the horizon, the debate is raging across Reddit and Discord—is our favorite “intelligence black hole” destined for the premium 6-star tier, or is she visually just a 5-star in disguise?
Let’s dive into the evidence, the memes, and the math behind the most anticipated banner since launch.
The “Supreme Chief” Case: Why 6-Star is Almost Certain
If you’ve been following the Wuling story arc, you know TangTang isn’t just a bandit—she’s the Supreme Chief of the Qingbo Stockade. In gacha logic, faction leaders usually demand 6-star status. But it’s not just a title; her in-game feats are actually kind of terrifying:
- Combat Prowess: She subdued the entire Endfield crisis team and basically “earned their fealty”.
- Tanking Legend: During fights alongside Mi Fu, TangTang has been seen walking away without a scratch while even 6-star candidates were visibly strained.
- Built Different: She regularly confronts Blight-spawn without needing Xiranite technology, matching the results of high-level agents.
The Voice of a Legend
Perhaps the biggest “6-star indicator” is her voice. TangTang is voiced by the legendary Fairouz Ai (known for Jolyne Cujoh and Power) in both the Japanese and English versions. Historically, developers don’t hire tier-one talent like Ai for anything less than a high-rarity, high-revenue banner.
The 5-Star Skeptics: Is She Too “Simple”?
Despite the hype, a vocal segment of the community argues she looks like a 5-star.
- Design Philosophy: Current 6-stars like Ember and Last Rite are “overdesigned” with complex silhouettes and mechanical bits. TangTang has a much sleeker, “bandit-style” look that some feel lacks “6-star pazazz”.
- The Rivalry Argument: Her main rival, Chen Qianyu, is a 5-star. Some fans think it would make sense for TangTang to stay in the same bracket to maintain that “rival” balance.
Leaks and Technical Evidence
If you need more than just vibes, the technical data points heavily toward the 6-star tier.
- The “Baker” Filter: Players have noticed that the internal “Baker” menu already lists TangTang alongside Rossi, which usually happens right before a major 6-star rollout.
- The 1.1 Reveal: TangTang was the primary figure in the Version 1.1 teaser image, positioned right in the foreground.
- Gacha Guarantees: Reliable breakdowns of the 1.1 schedule suggest she will lead the Phase 1 “Chartered Headhunting” banner with the standard 120-pull guarantee.
Speculating the Kit: The “Mauser Saint”
What will she actually do? The most consistent leaks suggest she is a Nature-based Striker.
- Element: Her handcannons appear “green-coded” in trailers, suggesting she might apply Corrosion to shred enemy resistances.
- Weaponry: History buffs have pointed out her dual handcannons are modeled after the Mauser C96 variants from the Chinese warlord era. This has earned her the community nickname “Mauser Saint TangTang”.
Final Verdict: Start Saving!
Whether she’s a “Supreme Gremlin” or a “Nature DPS Goddess,” TangTang has stolen the community’s heart. While her visual simplicity might stir debate, her narrative weight and marketing hype make a 6-star debut almost a certainty.
The nickname “SoupSoup” (a literal translation of Tang) might imply she’s soft, but the rising tone in her voice lines actually translates to “Sugar” or “Sweet”. Don’t let the cuteness fool you—she’s likely coming to drain your pull stash in 1.1.
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