Arclight Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

Updated: 2/22/2026 | BiS + F2P Options | P0 Viable

5★ Support Electric Sword

Electric SP Battery and Link specialist. Applies Electric Infliction and generates SP for the team through Link mechanic and Final Strike generation. Essential support for Electric teams who enables DPS characters to spam their skills faster. Her Combo Skill generates SP links that transfer energy to teammates.

Build Focus

Ultimate Gain Efficiency, ATK%, Electric DMG, Arts Intensity. Focus on maximizing SP generation and team support utility.

Skill Priority

Battle Skill > Combo Skill > Ultimate > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Apply Electric Infliction and generate SP Links with Battle Skill. Transfer Link energy to teammates with Combo Skill. Use Ultimate for team-wide SP burst. Arclight is the SP battery that enables Electric teams to function - always maintain Link and prioritize supporting your DPS characters.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Use Basic/Miner gear with Wave Tide 4★ or Contingent Measure 4★. Don't over-invest.

Mid Game

AIC Light 3pc + OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ or Thermite Cutter 6★.

Late Game

Frontiers 3pc + Thermite Cutter 6★ or OBJ Edge maxed.

Endgame

Frontiers 3pc + Thermite Cutter 6★.

Max Level

BiS: Frontiers 3pc + Thermite Cutter maxed. F2P: Catastrophe 3pc + Frontiers off-piece + Never Rest maxed.

Early Game 1-20

Authority Unlocks

• Basic gear unlocked at level 10
• Focus on story progression and learning Link mechanics

Weapons

BiS Wave Tide 4★ Sword

Base ATK

341

Substat

Will

Effect

Arts DMG +26%. After Battle Skill hits, gains Arts DMG +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Solid 4-star Sword found in crates. Arts DMG boost helps with Electric damage output early.

F2P Contingent Measure 4★ Sword

Base ATK

341

Substat

Agility

Effect

Physical DMG +26%. After Battle Skill hits enemy, ATK +33.6% for 20s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Alternative 4-star Sword. ATK buff provides consistent damage boost.

Note: Use if found in exploration

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Basic Gear Pack (Any 3 pieces) 0 Gray Lv.10

Why this set?

Placeholder gear to unlock slots. Don't invest resources - upgrade quickly.

Source: Available by default once you unlock Gear Assembly

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Arts Intensity

Sub Stats

ATK%Ultimate Gain EfficiencyElectric DMG

Crafting Focus

• Operator EXP to reach level 20
• Basic combat materials

Skip These

✗ Gear crafting (Tier 0 sets aren't worth materials)
✗ Essence farming

Next Milestone: Reach level 20 for first breakthrough and AIC set access

Mid Game 20-40

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 20+ unlocks mid-tier Protocol Spaces
• AIC gear sets become available

Weapons

BiS OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ Sword

Base ATK

411

Substat

Main Attribute

Effect

ATK +33.6%. After Battle Skill hits, gains additional ATK +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Stock Redistribution / Arsenal Exchange

Why: Best generic 5-star Sword. Consistent ATK buffs work well for support-focused Arclight.

Cost: Moderate - Stock Redistribution has good prices

F2P Wave Tide 4★ Sword

Upgrade

Max level until 5-star ready

Effect

Arts DMG +26%. After Battle Skill hits, gains Arts DMG +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Continues to be solid mid-game. Arts buff supports Electric damage.

Note: Use until you afford OBJ Edge of Lightness

Step Up Thermite Cutter 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Will

Effect

ATK +28%. After the wielder's skill recovers SP or grants a Link state, the entire team gains ATK +14% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Why: Arclight's signature weapon! SS-tier for SP generators. Team-wide ATK buff on SP recovery/Link synergizes perfectly with her kit.

Note: Priority target - this weapon was designed for her

Gear Sets

Best in Slot AIC Light (3pc) Tier 1 Green Lv.28

HP +500

When the wearer defeats an enemy, ATK +20 for 5s.

Why this set?

Kill-based ATK buff provides consistent stat boost. Works well for any character type.

Recommended: AIC Light Plate (Armor) + AIC Tactical Gloves (Gloves) + AIC Light Armor (Armor)

Available Pieces: AIC Light Plate, AIC Light Armor, AIC Tactical Gloves

Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Amethyst Component

Budget Miner β / Miner γ (3 pieces of Miner gear)

Use if you don't have Amethyst Components yet. Higher stats than Miners α.

Use Miner γ (Blue) at level 36 if available

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Arts IntensityElectric DMG

Sub Stats

Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Electric DMGArts Intensity

Crafting Focus

• Amethyst Components for AIC gear
• Weapon EXP for OBJ Edge upgrades
• Essence farming for 2-piece set

Skip These

✗ Tier 2 gear (wait until level 40)
✗ 6-star weapon materials

Next Milestone: Reach level 40 for second breakthrough and access to Tier 2 Purple sets

Late Game 40-60

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 40+ unlocks advanced content
• Tier 2 Purple gear sets available

Weapons

BiS Thermite Cutter 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Will

Refinement

Aim for Refinement Level 1+

Effect

ATK +28%. After the wielder's skill recovers SP or grants a Link state, the entire team gains ATK +14% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Arclight's signature and BiS weapon. Team-wide ATK buff on SP recovery/Link is unmatched. Perfect synergy with her kit.

Investment: Priority #1 for Arclight mains. Massive team utility.

Cost: High - Arsenal Exchange

F2P OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ Sword

Effect

ATK +33.6%. After Battle Skill hits, gains additional ATK +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Stock Redistribution / Arsenal Exchange

Why: Still viable at this level. ATK buffs provide consistent damage and support value.

Note: Use until you can pull Thermite Cutter

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Frontiers (3pc) Tier 2 Purple Lv.50

Combo Skill Cooldown Reduction +15%

After the wearer recovers SP with a skill, the team gains DMG +16% for 15s.

Why this set?

Arclight's BEST gear set! Team DMG buff on SP recovery synergizes perfectly with her SP generation role. The 15% Combo Skill CD reduction also helps her rotate faster.

Recommended: Frontiers Armor (Armor) + Frontiers Blight RES Gloves (Gloves) + Frontiers Comm (Kit)

Available Pieces: Frontiers Armor, Frontiers Blight RES Gloves, Frontiers Comm

Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Cryston Component + Valley Stock Bill

Alternative Pulser Labs (3pc) Tier 2

Arts Intensity +20

After the wearer applies Electrification, Electric DMG +40% for 8s.

Electric-focused set. Good for personal Electric damage if running as sub-DPS.

Note: Use if you want more personal Electric damage

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Arts IntensityElectric DMG

Sub Stats

Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Electric DMGArts Intensity

Crafting Focus

• Cryston Components for Tier 2 gear
• Valley Stock Bills for crafting
• Curated Weapon Supply tickets
• Essence farming for substat optimization

Priority Order

Frontiers 3pc first, then Thermite Cutter, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 50 for Wuling access and Tier 3 Gold gear

Endgame 60-80

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 50+ unlocks Wuling region
• Tier 3 Gold gear sets available

Weapons

BiS Thermite Cutter 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Will

Refinement

Target Refinement Level 2-3

Effect

ATK +28%. After the wielder's skill recovers SP or grants a Link state, the entire team gains ATK +14% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Arclight's BiS weapon. The team-wide ATK buff on SP recovery/Link is irreplaceable.

Investment: Continue upgrading - this carries through endgame

F2P Never Rest 6★ Sword

Effect

Physical DMG +44.8%. After the wielder's skill recovers SP, the wielder gains Physical DMG +14% while other operators in the team gain Physical DMG +7% for 30s. Max 5 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Strong 6-star alternative. On-kill SP generation helps team economy.

Note: Solid F2P option through endgame

Premium OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ Sword

Refinement

Max refinement

Effect

ATK +33.6%. After Battle Skill hits, gains additional ATK +16.8% for 15s.

Why: Consistent ATK buffs. Good fallback if 6-star weapons unavailable.

Note: Comfortable F2P option

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Frontiers (3pc) Tier 3 Gold Lv.70

Combo Skill Cooldown Reduction +15%

After the wearer recovers SP with a skill, the team gains DMG +16% for 15s.

Why this set?

Arclight's BiS gear set. Team DMG buff on SP recovery is massive utility. Perfect synergy.

Optimization Logic

Prioritize Combo Skill DMG and Battle Skill DMG substats for faster rotations.

Recommended: Frontiers Armor (Armor - Combo Skill DMG secondary) + Frontiers Blight RES Gloves (Gloves - Battle Skill DMG secondary) + Frontiers Comm (Kit - Combo Skill DMG secondary)

Available Pieces: Frontiers Armor, Frontiers Blight RES Gloves, Frontiers Comm, Frontiers Extra O2 Tube

Source: Gear Template Crate in Wuling, Gear Assembly with Xiranite Component + Wuling Stock Bill

Alternative Pulser Labs (3pc) Tier 3

Arts Intensity +30

After the wearer applies Electrification, Electric DMG +50% for 10s. After the wearer applies Solidification, Cryo DMG +50% for 10s.

Electric-focused Tier 3 set. Good for personal Electric damage output.

Note: Use if running as sub-DPS with Electric focus

Support Catastrophe (3pc)

Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%

Start battle with 50 SP immediate recovery.

Continue using if Frontiers farm is difficult. The 50 SP start is valuable.

Use for daily farming comfort

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Arts IntensityElectric DMG

Sub Stats

Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Electric DMGArts Intensity

Crafting Focus

• Xiranite Components for Tier 3 gear
• Wuling Stock Bills
• Gear Template Crates
• Essence farming for perfect substats

Priority Order

Frontiers 3pc first, then Thermite Cutter maxed, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level. Complete Frontiers set and get Thermite Cutter maxed.

Max Level 80+

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 60 (Max) - All content unlocked

Full optimization complete. Focus on maximizing SP generation and team support utility.

Weapons

BiS Thermite Cutter 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Will

Refinement

Target Max Refinement

Effect

ATK +28%. After the wielder's skill recovers SP or grants a Link state, the entire team gains ATK +14% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Arclight's signature and BiS. The team-wide ATK buff on SP recovery/Link is unmatched utility.

Investment: Final stop. Max refinement for optimal team support.

F2P Max Never Rest 6★ Sword

Effect

Physical DMG +44.8%. After the wielder's skill recovers SP, the wielder gains Physical DMG +14% while other operators in the team gain Physical DMG +7% for 30s. Max 5 stacks.

Why: Best F2P alternative. On-kill SP generation provides team utility.

Note: Solid F2P endgame weapon.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Frontiers (3pc + 1 off-piece) Tier 3 Gold

Combo Skill Cooldown Reduction +15%

After the wearer recovers SP with a skill, the team gains DMG +16% for 15s.

Why this set?

BiS for Arclight. Team DMG buff on SP recovery is massive team utility.

Complete Build

armor: Frontiers Armor T3 (Combo Skill DMG secondary)

gloves: Frontiers Blight RES Gloves (Battle Skill DMG secondary)

kit1: Frontiers Comm (Combo Skill DMG secondary)

kit2: Frontiers Extra O2 Tube (Combo Skill DMG secondary) or Pulser Labs Calibrator (Electric DMG) - Off-piece

Optimization Goals

Target Substats: ATK%, Arts Intensity, Electric DMG, Combo Skill DMG

Target Values:

50%+ ATK%40+ Arts Intensity30%+ Electric DMG

Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates

Alternative Pulser Labs (3pc + 1 off-piece) Tier 3

Arts Intensity +30

After applying Electrification, Electric DMG +50% for 10s.

Electric-focused alternative. Use if running as sub-DPS with Electric focus.

Note: Use for personal Electric damage over team support

F2P Option Catastrophe (3pc Catastrophe + 1pc Frontiers)

Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%

Start battle with 50 SP immediate recovery.

F2P-friendly max level setup. Catastrophe provides excellent UGE for faster Link/Ultimate cycling. Mix with one Frontiers piece when available.

Tip: Best F2P option for max level. Upgrade to full Frontiers 3pc when RNG permits.

Complete Build

armor: Catastrophe Heavy Armor (Ultimate Gain Efficiency secondary)

gloves: Catastrophe Gloves (Arts Intensity secondary)

kit1: Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge (Ultimate DMG secondary)

kit2: Frontiers Comm (Combo Skill DMG secondary) - Off-piece

Upgrade Path: Farm Frontiers pieces gradually, replacing Catastrophe one piece at a time.

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (Link Generator) applies Electric Infliction + creates SP Link → Combo Skill (Link Transfer) transfers SP to teammates → Ultimate (Link Overdrive) provides team-wide SP burst → Repeat

Timing

Apply Link with Battle Skill to generate SP for team. Use Combo Skill to transfer Link energy. Time Ultimate for major burst windows when team needs energy.

Team Compositions

Optimal

Avywenna (DPS) + Perlica (Electric Infliction) + Arclight (Link/battery) + Antal (Amp)

Alternative

Avywenna (DPS) + Arclight (Link) + Gilberta (grouping) + Ardelia (heal)

F2P

Avywenna + Arclight + Perlica + any support

Min-Max Tips

Link mechanic is Arclight's core - always maintain Link on teammates

Final Strikes from any team member generates SP for Arclight - coordinate with high-Final Strike characters

Thermite Cutter's team ATK buff triggers on Link application - massive team utility

Frontiers set triggers on ANY SP recovery - Arclight's kit is perfectly designed for this

Electric Infliction from Battle Skill enables Electric teams - coordinate with Perlica/Avywenna

Position Arclight to maximize Link uptime - she enables the entire team

P0 Viable: Core Link and SP generation mechanics work without any promotions

Ultimate provides massive team SP burst - save for moments when team needs energy

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