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Ember Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

Updated: 2/22/2026 | BiS + F2P Options | P0 Viable
6★ Tank Heat Great Sword

High comfort level defender who provides massive sustain and defensive buffs through team shields and healing. Her Ultimate grants shields to all allies based on her Max HP, while her Combo Skill provides proactive healing. P0 viable with all core mechanics available immediately. Enables 'Impenetrable Front' Physical teams by allowing DPS allies to attack uninterruptedly.

Build Focus

HP% scales shield from Ultimate (highest priority), Treatment Efficiency for healing, LYNX set synergy (DMG Reduction), Intellect for healing boost, DEF for survival

Skill Priority

Ultimate > Battle Skill > Combo Skill > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Tank/support hybrid who provides massive team sustain through shields and healing. Use Ultimate for team shields when health drops, Combo Skill heals the controlled operator when they take damage. At P5, Combo Skill also heals teammate with lowest HP. Battle Skill provides AOE damage with Knock Down and Stagger. Position frontline to trigger Combo Skill heals. Works in Physical Impenetrable Front teams by allowing DPS allies to attack uninterruptedly, and Heat Turbo Survival variants for pure sustainability.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Use Basic/Miner gear with any 4★ Greatsword. P0 viable shields work immediately.

Mid Game

AIC Light 3pc + Finishing Call 5★ or OBJ Heavy Burden.

Late Game

Catastrophe 3pc + Finishing Call refined. Faster Ultimate for more shields.

Endgame

LYNX 3pc + Thunderberge 6★. Enables Impenetrable Front teams.

Max Level

BiS: LYNX 3pc + Thunderberge maxed. F2P: Catastrophe 3pc + LYNX off-piece + Finishing Call.

Early Game 1-20

Authority Unlocks
  • Basic gear unlocked at level 10
  • Focus on story progression and learning tank mechanics

Weapons

BiS [Any 4★ Great Sword] 4★ Great Sword
Base ATK
341
Effect
Basic 4★ stats use placeholder
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Use any 4★ Greatsword found during exploration. Darhoff 7 is the 3★ starter.
F2P Industry 0.1 4★ Great Sword
Base ATK
341
Substat
Strength
Effect
ATK +12%. When HP is greater than 80%, ATK +12%.
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Solid 4★ option if found in exploration crates. Provides consistent ATK buffs.
Note: Use until 5★ Finishing Call is available

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 to Miner α quickly.

Source: Available by default once you unlock Gear Assembly

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
HP%Strength
Sub Stats
HP%Defense

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 Finishing Call 5★ Great Sword
Effect
Critical Rate +23.1%. After defeating an enemy, gains ATK +22.4% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Excellent 5★ Greatsword with Critical Rate and on-kill ATK buff.
Investment: Good mid-game option until Thunderberge is available
Cost: Moderate - Arsenal Exchange availability
F2P OBJ Heavy Burden 5★ Great Sword
Upgrade
Max level until 6★ ready
Effect
ATK +33.6%. After Battle Skill hits, gains additional ATK +16.8% for 15s.
Source: Stock Redistribution / Arsenal Exchange
Why: Reliable F2P 5★ Greatsword. ATK buffs provide consistent performance.
Note: Use until you can pull Finishing Call or Thunderberge
Premium Thunderberge 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Strength
Refinement
Target Refinement Level 1+
Effect
Electric DMG +44.8%. After applying Electrified, gains Electric DMG +28% for 15s.
Why: Ember's BiS weapon. Electric DMG buffs and Electrified synergy.

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 minor damage contribution. Better than Miner sets due to set bonus.

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
HP%StrengthIntellect
Sub Stats
HP%DefenseTreatment Efficiency

Crafting Focus

  • Amethyst Components for AIC gear
  • Weapon EXP for 5★ 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 Finishing Call 5★ Great Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Strength
Refinement
Aim for Refinement Level 2-3
Effect
Critical Rate +23.1%. After defeating an enemy, gains ATK +22.4% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Continues to be solid at this level. Critical Rate and on-kill buffs.
Investment: Keep refining. Start saving for Thunderberge.
Cost: Moderate - Arsenal Exchange availability
F2P OBJ Heavy Burden 5★ Great 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.
Note: Use until you can pull or afford Thunderberge
Step Up Thunderberge 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Strength
Effect
Electric DMG +44.8%. After applying Electrified, gains Electric DMG +28% for 15s.
Why: Ember's BiS weapon. Massive Electric DMG buffs.
Note: Pull when resources available - best endgame option

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Catastrophe (3pc) Tier 2 Purple Lv.50
Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%
At the start of battle, the wearer immediately recovers 50 SP.
Why this set?

Ultimate-focused set. Faster Ultimate = more frequent team shields for survivability.

Recommended: Catastrophe Heavy Armor (Armor) + Catastrophe Gloves (Gloves) + Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge (Kit)
Available Pieces: Catastrophe Heavy Armor, Catastrophe Gloves, Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge
Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Cryston Component + Valley Stock Bill
Alternative Frontiers (3pc) Tier 2
Team DMG +5%
When the wearer recovers SP or grants a Link state, the team recovers HP every second for 3s.

Utility-focused set. Team healing on SP recovery/Link.

Note: Use if you prioritize team utility over Ultimate speed

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
HP%IntellectUltimate Gain Efficiency
Sub Stats
Treatment EfficiencyUltimate Gain EfficiencyHP%Defense Reduction

Crafting Focus

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

Craft Catastrophe 3pc first, then Finishing Call refined, 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
  • LYNX set accessible

Weapons

BiS Thunderberge 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Strength
Refinement
Target Refinement Level 2-3
Effect
Electric DMG +44.8%. After applying Electrified, gains Electric DMG +28% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: BiS 6★ Greatsword for Ember. Electric DMG buffs and Electrified synergy.
Investment: Continue upgrading - this will carry you to max level
F2P Finishing Call 5★ Great Sword
Effect
Critical Rate +23.1%. After defeating an enemy, gains ATK +22.4% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Solid F2P alternative at max refinement. Good sustain support.
Note: Use if Thunderberge is unavailable

Gear Sets

Best in Slot LYNX (3pc) Tier 3 Gold Lv.70
Treatment Efficiency +15%
When the wearer casts a healing skill, all teammates gain DMG Reduction +15% for 10s.
Why this set?

Ember's Tier 3 BiS gear set. Maximizes healing efficiency and provides team DMG Reduction.

Optimization Logic

Prioritize HP% secondary on Armor, Treatment Efficiency secondary on Gauntlets/Kit.

Recommended: LYNX Heavy Armor (Armor) + LYNX Gauntlets (Gloves) + LYNX Aegis Injector (Kit)
Available Pieces: LYNX Heavy Armor, LYNX Gauntlets, LYNX Gloves, LYNX Connector, LYNX Slab, LYNX Aegis Injector
Source: Gear Template Crate in Wuling, Gear Assembly with Xiranite Component + Wuling Stock Bill

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
HP%Treatment EfficiencyDefense Reduction
Sub Stats
Treatment EfficiencyHP%IntellectUltimate Gain EfficiencyDMG Reduction

Crafting Focus

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

LYNX 3pc first, then Thunderberge refined, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level. Complete LYNX set and get Thunderberge fully refined.

Max Level 80+

Authority Unlocks
  • Authority 60 (Max) - All content unlocked

Full optimization complete. Focus on min-maxing Tank/Support stats and perfecting the team build.

Weapons

BiS Thunderberge 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Strength
Refinement
Target Max Refinement
Effect
Electric DMG +44.8%. After applying Electrified, gains Electric DMG +28% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: BiS 6★ Greatsword for Ember. Electric DMG buffs and Electrified synergy.
Investment: Final stop. Max refinement for optimal performance.
F2P Max Finishing Call 5★ Great Sword
Effect
Critical Rate +23.1%. After defeating an enemy, gains ATK +22.4% for 15s.
Why: Excellent F2P alternative. Widely available and easy to max.
Note: Solid F2P endgame option.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot LYNX (3pc + 1 off-piece) Tier 3 Gold
Treatment Efficiency +15%
When the wearer casts a healing skill, all teammates gain DMG Reduction +15% for 10s.
Why this set?

BiS for Ember. Treatment Efficiency + team DMG Reduction makes her an unkillable bulwark.

Complete Build
armor: LYNX Heavy Armor (HP% secondary)
gloves: LYNX Gauntlets (Treatment Efficiency secondary)
kit1: LYNX Aegis Injector (Defense Reduction secondary)
kit2: Any Gold gear piece with highest HP% or Defense - Off-piece
Optimization Goals
Target Substats: HP%, Treatment Efficiency, Intellect, DMG Reduction
Target Values:
50%+ HP%30%+ Treatment Efficiency20%+ DMG Reduction
Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates
F2P Option Catastrophe (3pc Catastrophe + 1pc LYNX)
Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%
Start battle with 50 SP immediate recovery.

F2P-friendly max level setup. Catastrophe provides excellent UGE for faster access to shields. Mix with one LYNX piece when available.

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

Complete Build
armor: Catastrophe Heavy Armor
gloves: Catastrophe Gloves
kit1: Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge
kit2: LYNX Heavy Armor or LYNX Gauntlets - off-piece
Upgrade Path: Farm LYNX pieces gradually for full set bonus.

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (Forward March) for AOE damage + Stagger → Combo Skill (Frontline Support) when triggered by ally damage → Ultimate (Re-Ignited Oath) for team shields when health drops

Timing

Use Ultimate proactively before major damage phases. Combo Skill heals the controlled operator automatically when they take damage. At P5, Combo Skill also heals lowest HP teammate.

Team Compositions
Optimal

Da Pan (DPS) + Pogranichnik (Breach) + Lifeng (Susceptibility) + Ember (Tank/Shields replaces Healer)

Alternative

Laevatain (DPS) + Antal (Amp) + Wulfgard (Stacks) + Ember (Survival/Shields)

Min-Max Tips
1.

Ember's shields scale with her Max HP - prioritize HP% above all other stats

2.

Treatment Efficiency directly increases Combo Skill healing output

3.

LYNX set provides team DMG Reduction on healing skills - maximize uptime

4.

Thunderberge's Electric DMG buffs are her primary damage contribution

5.

Ember allows DPS allies to attack uninterruptedly - enable 'Impenetrable Front' playstyle in Physical teams

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