* TL;DR - Day 1 Checklist
On Day 1 in Arknights: Endfield, complete the tutorial, start the 14-day login event for free 6-star Ardelia and her signature weapon, redeem all active promotional codes, and pull on the beginner banner for a guaranteed 6-star. Do not spend on the limited banner until you have 120 pulls saved.
- * Complete the tutorial
- * Start 14-day login for free Ardelia + weapon
- * Redeem all active codes
- ! DO NOT spend on limited banner (save for 120 pulls)
Your Free 6-Star Characters
Great news! You get two free 6-star characters plus several 5-stars from story progression. This eliminates the need to reroll.
The protagonist and your main DPS for early game. Customizable gender (can change every 24 hours).
Excellent support with healing, buffs, and Corrosion application. Works great with any team composition.
Pro tip: With Endministrator as your free DPS and Ardelia for support, focus pulls on limited characters like Laevatain to round out your team.
Week 1 Progression Guide
Day 1: Setup & Rewards
- * Complete the tutorial and unlock all systems
- * Start the 14-day login event for free Ardelia (claim daily!)
- * Redeem ALL promotional codes (check our codes page)
- * Do the beginner banner for a guaranteed 6-star
- * DO NOT pull on limited banner yet
Day 2-3: Story Progress
- * Push through the main story as far as possible
- * Story clears are your main source of currency
- * Don't over-invest in low-rarity characters yet
- * Use your stamina efficiently (don't let it cap)
- * Keep saving all limited banner currency
Day 4-5: Team Building
- * Focus resources on Endministrator first (free main DPS)
- * Level Ardelia second (excellent support)
- * Unlock and explore different game modes
- * Start understanding team composition basics
Day 6-7: Evaluate & Plan
- * Check how many pulls you've accumulated
- * Research upcoming banners
- * If you have 120 pulls, consider pulling for Laevatain
- * If not, continue saving - don't gamble!
- * Review the tier list for pull targets
! Common Beginner Mistakes
- X Pulling without 120 saved
Pity doesn't carry over. If you pull 90 times and the banner ends, you lose all progress.
- X Spreading resources too thin
Focus on 4-5 core characters instead of leveling everyone equally.
- X Ignoring stamina management
Don't let stamina cap. Even if you're busy, do quick clears to spend it.
- X Spending premium currency on stamina refills
Save your Oroberyl for pulls. Free stamina is enough for progression.
- X FOMO pulling on every banner
Be patient. Skip banners where you don't want the character. Save for guarantees.
Recommended Starter Team
The best starter team in Arknights: Endfield uses all free characters: Endministrator (Physical Guard, main DPS), Ardelia (Nature Support, healer/buffer from 14-day login), Perlica (Electric Caster), and Wulfgard (Heat Caster). This balanced team covers Physical and Arts damage for all early content.
With your free characters, here's a solid team to clear early content:
This balanced team uses all free characters and can handle most early game content. Swap Wulfgard for Chen Qianyu if you need more Physical damage, or replace any slot with Laevatain if you pull her.
Resource Priority
Save until you have 120 pulls. Never spend early.
Prioritize your main DPS, then supports.
Max your DPS skills before investing in others.
Can wait until mid-game. Don't farm early.
Quick Tips from the Community
"Wait and assess before pulling. First understand your income rate and how the game works."
- r/ArknightsEndfield
"The 30-pull milestone bonus is bait. Don't let FOMO make you gamble without 120 ready."
- r/ArknightsEndfield
"Free characters can clear all content. Don't stress about getting every limited."
- r/ArknightsEndfield
"Ardelia is the best standard 6-star support. Build her right after Endministrator."
- r/ArknightsEndfield
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arknights: Endfield free to play?
Yes. Arknights: Endfield is free to play with optional gacha purchases. F2P players can earn 8,000+ Oroberyl from one-time sources, ~400+ daily income, and have a free 6-star selector. Skipping 2 of every 3 banners is a viable F2P strategy for hitting hard pity (120 pulls) on the operators you want.
Which free 6-star should I pick in Arknights: Endfield?
The 14-day login event gives Ardelia (S-tier Cryo DPS) for free, plus a free 6-star selector ticket. For most rosters, Last Rite or Pogranichnik are the strongest selector picks — both are top-tier supports that slot into almost every team comp.
Should I reroll in Arknights: Endfield?
Rerolling is not recommended. The 14-day login already guarantees Ardelia, the beginner banner gives a 6-star, and progress is account-bound. Time spent rerolling is better spent progressing the main story for one-time Oroberyl rewards (~8,000+).
How long does the Arknights: Endfield beginner phase last?
The first 7 days cover the core onboarding (tutorial, beginner banner, Ardelia login). Reaching mid-game progression takes roughly 2-3 weeks of consistent daily play — Authority Level 30+, first outpost unlocked, and your core team at level 60.
What's the best starter team in Arknights: Endfield?
An Ardelia (Cryo DPS) + Last Rite (support) + Endministrator (Physical DPS) + a tank like Ember covers most early content. The exact composition depends on your beginner banner result — but you want one main DPS, one elemental amplifier, one stagger/SP support, and one defensive operator.
How should I spend my first Oroberyl in Arknights: Endfield?
Save until you have 120 Oroberyl pulls before committing to a limited banner — pity does not carry between banners. Spend the beginner banner first (cheaper rate, guaranteed 6-star at 50 pulls). Hold the rest for a featured operator you actually want, not the current banner by default.