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Alesh Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

Updated: 2/22/2026 | BiS + F2P Options | P0 Viable
5★ Support Cryo Sword

Cryo Vanguard with SP recovery and Solidification mechanics. Applies Cryo Infliction and converts stacks to Solidification for burst damage. Functions as SP battery for the team while providing Cryo support.

Build Focus

Ultimate Gain Efficiency, Cryo DMG, ATK%, SP Recovery, Solidification optimization

Skill Priority

Battle Skill = Ultimate > Combo Skill > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Apply Cryo Infliction with Battle Skill, build to 3 stacks, convert to Solidification with Combo Skill. Use Ultimate for team Cryo support. SP recovery helps team rotation.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Wave Tide 4★ + Basic gear

Mid Game

Fortmaker 5★ + AIC Light 3pc

Late Game

Fortmaker maxed / White Night Nova 6★ + Catastrophe 3pc

Endgame

White Night Nova 6★ + Pulser Labs 3pc

Max Level

White Night Nova R5 + Pulser Labs 3pc (BiS) or Fortmaker maxed + Catastrophe 3pc (F2P)

Early Game 1-20

Authority Unlocks
  • • Basic gear unlocked at level 10
  • • Focus on story progression

Weapons

BiS Wave Tide 4★ Sword
Base ATK
341
Substat
Intellect
Effect
When the wielder casts a combo skill, the wielder gains ATK +33.6% for 20s.
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Solid 4-star Sword. ATK boost on combo skill synergizes with Alesh's SP mechanics.
F2P Contingent Measure 4★ Sword
Base ATK
341
Substat
Agility
Effect
When the wielder's battle skill hits the enemy, ATK +33.6% for 20s.
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Alternative 4-star Sword. Agility substat helps with attack speed.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Basic Gear Pack (Any 3 pieces) 0 Gray
Why this set?

Placeholder gear. Don't invest resources.

Source: Available by default

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
ATK%Ultimate Gain Efficiency
Sub Stats
ATK%Ultimate Gain EfficiencyCryo DMG
Next Milestone: Reach level 20 for first breakthrough and AIC set access

Mid Game 20-40

Weapons

BiS Fortmaker 5★ Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Intellect
Effect
ATK +14% Arts Intensity +70
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Alesh's signature weapon. Excellent UGE and Arts Intensity.
F2P OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Agility
Effect
After SP recovery, team gains Heat/Electric DMG +8.4%
Source: Arsenal Exchange / Stock Redistribution
Why: Strong generic 5-star Sword.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot AIC Light (3pc) Tier 1 Green
HP +500
Defeat enemy: ATK +20 for 5s
Why this set?

Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Amethyst Component

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%
Sub Stats
Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Cryo DMG
Next Milestone: Reach level 40 for Tier 2 Purple sets

Late Game 40-60

Weapons

BiS Fortmaker 5★ Sword
Base ATK
411
Refinement
Max refinement
Effect
ATK +14% Arts Intensity +70
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Alesh's signature. Keep through endgame.
F2P White Night Nova 6★ Sword
Base ATK
505
Effect
Arts DMG +33.6%, after Combustion/Electrification gain Arts DMG +33.6% + Arts Intensity +70
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: S-tier Cryo-focused Sword.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Catastrophe (3pc) Tier 2 Purple
Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%
Start battle with 50 SP
Why this set?

Source: Authority Level rewards

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
Ultimate Gain EfficiencyCryo DMGATK%
Sub Stats
Next Milestone: Reach Authority 50 for Tier 3 Gold gear

Endgame 60-80

Weapons

BiS White Night Nova 6★ Sword
Base ATK
505
Refinement
Max refinement
Effect
Arts DMG +33.6%, after Combustion/Electrification gain Arts DMG +33.6% + Arts Intensity +70
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best Cryo support weapon for Alesh.
F2P Fortmaker (Maxed) 5★
Effect
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best F2P option.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Pulser Labs (3pc) Tier 3 Gold
Arts Intensity +30
After Solidification, Cryo DMG +50% for 10s
Why this set?

Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates
Alternative Catastrophe (3pc)
Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%
Start battle with 50 SP

UGE-focused for faster Ultimate cycling

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level

Max Level 80+

Weapons

BiS White Night Nova 6★ Sword
Base ATK
505
Refinement
Max refinement
Effect
Arts DMG +33.6%, after Combustion/Electrification gain Arts DMG +33.6% + Arts Intensity +70
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best Cryo support weapon.
F2P Max Fortmaker 5★ Sword
Effect
ATK +14% Arts Intensity +70
Why: Best F2P option.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Pulser Labs 3pc + Off-piece (3pc + 1 off-piece) Gold
Arts Intensity +30
After Solidification, Cryo DMG +50% for 10s
Why this set?

BiS for Alesh. Cryo DMG boost is massive.

Complete Build
armor: Pulser Labs Disruptor Suit (Arts Intensity +20)
gloves: Pulser Labs Gloves (Cryo/Electric DMG +19.2%)
kit1: Pulser Labs Calibrator (Arts Intensity +41)
kit2: Redeemer Seal (Ultimate Gain Efficiency +25.70%) - Off-piece
Source:
F2P Option Catastrophe 3pc + Off-piece (3pc + 1 off-piece)
Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%
Start battle with 50 SP

Best F2P option.

Complete Build
armor: Catastrophe Heavy Armor (Ultimate DMG +18.4%)
gloves: Catastrophe Gloves (Arts Intensity +24.50%)
kit1: Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge (Ultimate DMG +36.80%)
kit2: Redeemer Seal (Ultimate Gain Efficiency +25.70%)

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (apply Cryo Infliction) → Build 3 stacks → Combo Skill (Solidification) → Ultimate → Repeat

Team Compositions
Optimal

Last Rite (DPS) + Alesh (SP/Solidification) + Xaihi (heal/amp) + Yvonne (DPS)

Min-Max Tips
1.

Focus on building 3 Cryo Infliction stacks before Combo Skill for max Solidification

2.

Fortmaker is his signature - at max refinement competitive with 6-star

3.

Position to apply Cryo to priority targets

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