F2P Resource Guide
Free-to-Play Income Sources, Team Building & Gacha Strategy
Last updated: 2026-02-14
Complete F2P guide for Arknights: Endfield. Covers one-time Oroberyl sources (~8,000+ total), daily income optimization (400+ Oroberyl/day), free 6★ selector recommendations, best F2P teams with 4★ hidden gems, credit shop strategy, active codes (26,000 T-Creds), and optimal gacha strategy (skip 2 of 3 banners).
* TL;DR - Key Points
- * ~8,000+ Oroberyl from one-time sources (Etchspace, Crisis Drills, milestones)
- * ~400+ Oroberyl/day from daily activities (~15-20 min routine)
- * Free 6★ Selector after Chapter I: Paving the Way
- * Skip 2 of 3 Banners -- save for limited banners only
- * Valley 4 Cap: 2,868,768 Stock Bills/day (don't over-produce)
- * Active Codes: 26,000 T-Creds (ENDFIELDGIFT, ENDFIELD4PC)
- * 4★ Hidden Gems: Antal, Akekuri, Alesh, Estella punch above their weight
Contents
One-Time Oroberyl Sources
These are your biggest income bursts as a new F2P player. Prioritize these immediately to build your initial roster.
| Source | Oroberyl | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Etchspace Salvage Chests | 1,590 | All zones (Zones 0-3) |
| Etchspace Pull Boxes | ~800 | One-time boxes (~4-5 pulls) |
| Authority Level Milestones | 4,000+ | 1,000 each at levels 15, 20, 25, 45 |
| Crisis Drills (6 sites) | 300 | 50 per Hazardous Material site |
| Monumental Etching Event | 2,250+ | Limited-time Umbral Monument event |
| Story Mission Rewards | Variable | Chapter completion rewards |
| Active Codes | - | 26,000 T-Creds (see codes section) |
Total F2P One-Time Income
~8,000+ Oroberyl + 26,000 T-Creds + ~800 pull currency = ~110+ pulls from completely free sources
Daily Income Sources
Consistent daily farming is essential for F2P progression. Complete this routine in ~15-20 minutes for steady Oroberyl income.
Daily Oroberyl Income
| Source | Oroberyl | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Quests | ~400 | 10 min |
| Weekly Objectives | ~2,000 | Spread across week |
| Credit Shop (Daily) | Variable | 2 min |
| Total Weekly | ~4,800+ | ~2 hours |
Complete Daily Routine
Priority Order (~15-20 minutes total) - Source: Community Tip #494 (1,553 upvotes)
Weekly Objectives
| Objective | Reward |
|---|---|
| Etchspace Weekly | 20k Operation Metrics (~200 orundum) |
| Weekly Bosses | Variable (based on difficulty) |
| Authority Level Ups | Variable (claim milestone rewards) |
| Event Challenges | Variable (limited-time events) |
Pro Tip: Weekly Reset
Weekly objectives reset every Monday. Complete Etchspace objectives first as they provide the most consistent weekly income. Don't miss the weekly reset or you'll lose a week's worth of Oroberyl.
Free 6★ Selector Guide
Unlock Requirement
Complete Chapter I: Paving the Way to unlock the free 6★ selector. This is the single most valuable F2P reward. Choose wisely -- you cannot undo this decision.
Recommended Choices
Pogranichnik
Physical Team Core
- -- 20% Breach debuff
- -- SP economy master
- -- Best Physical support
Ardelia
Universal Support
- -- Healer + debuff
- -- Fits any team
- -- "Newbie's best friend"
Xaihi
Cryo Specialist
- -- Cryo team mandatory
- -- Massive Amp buffs
- -- Healer included
Who to Avoid
- * Ember -- While comfortable, better tanks available (Catcher 4★)
- * Wulfgard -- Good but limited to Heat teams only
- * Catcher -- 4★ alternative exists, selector too valuable
F2P Team Compositions
Physical Team (Free + Selector)
Main: Endministrator (free 6★)
Support: Pogranichnik (selector) or Chen Qianyu
Sub: Lifeng
Flex: Ardelia (healer)
Cryo Budget Team
Main: Estella (4★)
Support: Alesh (4★)
Healer: Xaihi (selector) or 4★ alternative
Flex: Free slot
Electric F2P Team
Main: Avywenna (5★)
Support: Perlica (5★)
Battery: Antal (4★ -- best 4★ in game)
Flex: Free slot
4★ Hidden Gems (F2P Must-Have)
These 4★ units punch above their weight and are essential for F2P teams. Don't dismiss them just because they're lower rarity.
Antal
Support | Electric/Heat
"Best of the 4-Stars" -- mandatory for Single-Target Electric/Heat teams due to unique multiplier coverage.
Akekuri
Support | Heat
Premier SP Battery for budget teams. Provides Link buffs which are major damage multipliers.
Alesh
Support | Cryo
Budget SP Battery. Uniquely force-converts Cryo Infliction into Solidification. Good with Estella.
Estella
Sub-DPS | Cryo
Premier Physical Debuffer for low-spec teams. Can spam skills to maintain high rotation speed.
Catcher
Tank | Physical
Budget alternative to Ember. Used for high-difficulty content where specific shielding is required.
Pro Tip: Invest in 4★ Units
Build these 4★ units even if you have 5-6★ alternatives. They provide unique utility that high-rarity units sometimes lack. Antal in particular is used even by whales in endgame content.
Gacha Strategy for F2P
The Golden Rule: Skip 2 of 3 Banners
Community Consensus (Tip #528 - 1,471 upvotes): Never pull just for 30/60 pull rewards. Skip 2 out of every 3 banners on average. Only pull on units you actually want/need. Pull to pity on limited banners, not standard.
Banner Types
Limited
Save all resources for these. Exclusive characters that may not return for months. Pity carries over to next limited banner.
Standard
Skip unless desperate for specific non-limited unit. Pity does NOT carry between standard banners.
Weapon
Only if you have main DPS and need weapon upgrade. Generally lower priority than character banners.
Pity System Basics
- * Soft Pity: Rates increase after certain pull count
- * Hard Pity: Guaranteed 6★ at 70-80 pulls
- * Limited Pity: Carries over to next limited banner
- * Standard Pity: Separate from limited, does NOT carry
Monthly F2P Income Estimate
| Source | Oroberyl |
|---|---|
| Daily Quests | ~12,000/month |
| Weekly Objectives | ~8,000/month |
| Events | 5,000-15,000 |
| Total | ~25,000-35,000 |
Save for Limited Banners
With ~25-35 pulls per month from dailies, you need to save for 2-3 months to guarantee a limited banner character (70-80 pulls). Be patient and don't get tempted by standard banners.
Credit Shop Strategy
Daily Must-Buys
| Item | Priority | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Oroberyl | CRITICAL | Limited stock, best value |
| Combat Records | HIGH | Character EXP essential |
| Weapon Enhancement Mats | HIGH | Weapon progression |
What to Skip
- * Low-value consumables (craft instead)
- * Gear you can craft yourself
- * Overpriced materials (farm instead)
Active Codes (Redeem Now)
These codes provide immediate T-Creds for pulls and upgrades. Redeem them before they expire!
ENDFIELDGIFT
- -- 13,000 T-Creds
- -- Advanced Combat Record ×2
- -- Arms INSP Kit ×2
ENDFIELD4PC
- -- 13,000 T-Creds
- -- Advanced Combat Record ×2
- -- Arms INSP Kit ×2
Total: 26,000 T-Creds (~26 pulls)
How to Redeem: Settings → Account → Redeem Code
Valley 4 & Factory Income
Valley 4 Income Cap
Maximum: 2,868,768 Stock Bills/day (1992.2 per minute with all bonuses)
Source: Community Tip #522
Don't Over-Produce
Don't produce more goods than this limit unless transferring to Wuling. Excess production wastes resources. Optimize your factory to hit but not exceed this cap.
Trading Tip: Canned Citrome C
Better Than Buck Capsule: Canned Citrome C is superior because all 3 outposts buy it (vs only Refugee Camp for Buck C), has the same recipe/value, and produces 24/min for same 240 bills as 120 Amethyst bottles.
Source: Community Tip #520 - 389 upvotes
Common F2P Mistakes
1. Pulling on Every Banner
Problem: Spreading resources thin, never reaching pity.
Fix: Skip 2 of 3 banners. Save 70-80 pulls before pulling.
2. Ignoring 4★ Units
Problem: Dismissing Antal, Akekuri, Alesh as "low rarity."
Fix: These units provide unique utility. Build them alongside 5-6★ units.
3. Not Claiming Authority Rewards
Problem: Missing 4,000+ Oroberyl from level milestones.
Fix: Check Authority Level menu every few levels. Claim immediately.
4. Wasting Sanity
Problem: Capping at 240/240 and not spending.
Fix: Run T-Creds or EXP Protocol Spaces daily. Any run beats zero EXP.
5. Over-Producing in Valley 4
Problem: Making goods beyond 2.8M daily cap.
Fix: Stop at cap unless transferring to Wuling. Wastes resources otherwise.
6. Bad 6★ Selector Choice
Problem: Picking based on looks rather than team needs.
Fix: Choose Pogranichnik (Physical), Ardelia (Universal), or Xaihi (Cryo) based on your planned team.
7. Neglecting Credit Shop
Problem: Missing daily Oroberyl and essential materials.
Fix: Check credit shop daily. Buy Oroberyl and Combat Records.
8. Not Redeeming Codes
Problem: Missing 26,000 free T-Creds.
Fix: Redeem ENDFIELDGIFT and ENDFIELD4PC immediately.
Quick Reference Checklists
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Oroberyl can F2P players earn in Endfield?
F2P players can earn approximately 8,000+ Oroberyl from one-time sources (Etchspace Salvage, Crisis Drills, Authority Level milestones, events) plus ~400 Oroberyl daily from quests and activities. This translates to roughly 25-35 pulls per month from daily income alone.
When do I get the free 6★ selector?
The free 6★ selector unlocks after completing Chapter I: Paving the Way. This is the main story milestone that also unlocks Stock Redistribution, OMV Dijiang access, and other core systems. Choose wisely as you cannot change your selection.
Which character should I pick from the free 6★ selector?
For most F2P players: Pogranichnik (best Physical support with 20% Breach debuff), Ardelia (universal healer + debuff, fits any team), or Xaihi (mandatory for Cryo teams). Avoid Ember (tanks are replaceable) and Wulfgard (Heat-only niche).
What is the best F2P gacha strategy?
Skip 2 out of every 3 banners. Never pull just for 30/60 pull rewards. Save all resources for limited banners only. Limited banner pity carries over to the next limited banner. You need 70-80 pulls to guarantee a 6★ character.
What are the best 4★ units for F2P?
Antal (best 4★ support, mandatory for Electric/Heat teams), Akekuri (premier SP Battery with Link buffs), Alesh (budget SP Battery, converts Cryo Infliction), Estella (Physical Debuffer, high rotation speed), and Catcher (budget tank). These often outperform 5★ units in specific roles.
How do I maximize my daily income?
Complete the 15-20 minute daily routine: daily quests (400 Oroberyl), ship supplies (8 zones), deliveries (7 total), monitoring missions, spend all Sanity in Protocol Spaces, sell industrial products, and check credit shop. Weekly objectives add another ~2,000 Oroberyl.