Gilberta Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

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

6★ Support Nature Arts Unit

Hybrid utility support providing Grouping, Nature Infliction, and Arts Susceptibility. Known as the 'Quality of Life' queen, she excels at mob-clearing with her powerful grouping Ultimate and enables Arts-focused teams. Her Combo Skill applies Arts Susceptibility when Vulnerability stacks are present, making her a versatile tech option for mixed Physical/Arts teams.

Build Focus

Intellect, Ultimate Gain Efficiency, Arts Intensity. Prioritize grouping effectiveness and Arts Susceptibility uptime. Support-first build with emphasis on enabling team damage through debuffs.

Skill Priority

Ultimate > Combo Skill > Battle Skill > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Use Ultimate for Black Hole grouping to cluster enemies for team AoE damage. Apply Nature Infliction with Battle Skill. Combo Skill applies Arts Susceptibility when enemies have Vulnerability stacks (requires Physical teammates). Coordinate with Physical DPS to maximize Arts Susceptibility uptime. Focus on Intellect and Ultimate Gain Efficiency to maximize grouping frequency.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Use Basic/Miner gear with any 3-4★ Arts Unit. Focus on learning grouping mechanics. P0 viable.

Mid Game

AIC Light 3pc + Cohesive Traction 5★ or Wave Tide 4★ maxed.

Late Game

Catastrophe 3pc + Delivery Guaranteed 6★ or Cohesive Traction maxed.

Endgame

Eternal Xiranite 3pc + Delivery Guaranteed 6★.

Max Level

BiS: Eternal Xiranite 3pc + Delivery Guaranteed maxed. F2P: Catastrophe 3pc + Eternal Xiranite off-piece + Cohesive Traction.

Early Game 1-20

Authority Unlocks

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

Weapons

BiS Wave Tide 4★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

341

Substat

Will

Effect

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

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Best 4-star Arts Unit available early. Arts DMG buffs support Gilberta's Nature damage and Arts Susceptibility application.

F2P Hypernova Auto 4★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

341

Substat

ATK%

Effect

ATK +12%. When HP is greater than 80%, ATK +9%.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Alternative 4-star Arts Unit with reliable ATK buffs. Good filler until Wave Tide or better options.

Note: Use Wave Tide if available, otherwise Hypernova Auto works fine

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

IntellectATK%

Sub Stats

ATK%Nature DMGUltimate Gain Efficiency

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 Cohesive Traction 5★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

411

Substat

Intellect

Effect

When the wielder casts a skill, gains Arts DMG +12% for 15s. This effect can reach 2 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Excellent 5-star F2P option. Skill-cast Arts DMG buff synergizes perfectly with Gilberta's active support role and frequent skill usage.

Investment: Good mid-game option that carries into late game

Cost: Moderate - Arsenal Exchange availability

F2P Wave Tide 4★

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 provide solid mid-game support. Arts buffs help with Nature damage output and Arts Susceptibility.

Note: Use until you can pull Cohesive Traction or save for Delivery Guaranteed

Step Up Freedom to Proselytize 5★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

411

Substat

Intellect

Effect

Increases Intellect and Will. Good stat stick for casters.

Why: Solid 5-star Arts Unit option. Intellect substat directly boosts Gilberta's grouping and Arts Susceptibility.

Note: Good alternative to Cohesive Traction if you prefer raw stats over conditional buffs

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 Gilberta's mob-clearing capabilities with grouping.

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

IntellectATK%Nature DMG

Sub Stats

Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Nature DMGArts Intensity

Crafting Focus

• Amethyst Components for AIC gear
• Weapon EXP for 5-star upgrades
• Arsenal Exchange materials

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 Delivery Guaranteed 6★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

490

Substat

Intellect

Refinement

Aim for Refinement Level 1+

Effect

When the wielder applies Lifted status to an enemy, increases Arts DMG Dealt by all team members by 24% for 15s. This effect cannot stack.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Curated Weapon Supply - requires selection)

Why: Gilberta's BiS weapon. Team-wide Arts DMG buff on Lifted status application synergizes with her grouping and crowd control. Massive team damage multiplier.

Investment: Priority #1 for Gilberta mains. 20-25% team damage increase when active.

Cost: High - Requires Curated Weapon Supply selection or Arsenal Exchange

F2P Cohesive Traction (Maxed) 5★

Effect

When the wielder casts a skill, gains Arts DMG +12% for 15s. This effect can reach 2 stacks (24% total).

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Still excellent at max refinement. Provides personal Arts DMG buffs that help with Nature damage and Arts Susceptibility application.

Note: Comfortable F2P option through late game if Delivery Guaranteed isn't available

Step Up Opus: Etch Figure 6★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

490

Substat

Intellect

Effect

Arts DMG +44.8%. After applying Corrosion, gains Arts DMG +28% for 15s.

Why: Personal DPS Arts Unit option. Massive Arts DMG buffs and synergy with Nature infliction teams.

Note: Good for solo damage but Delivery Guaranteed is better for team support

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 for grouping support. Faster Ultimate = more frequent grouping and crowd control. The 50 SP start is huge for first-rotation grouping.

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 Aburrey's Legacy (3pc) Tier 2

Skill DMG +24%

When the wearer casts a battle skill, combo skill, or ultimate, gain ATK +5% for 15s. The buff from each of the three skill types is unique and does not stack with itself.

Universal skill DMG + uptime ATK buff. Perfect for Gilberta's three-skill rotation and Nature damage output.

Note: Use if you want more personal damage over Catastrophe's Ultimate spam

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

IntellectUltimate Gain EfficiencyATK%

Sub Stats

Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Nature 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

Catastrophe 3pc first for Ultimate spam, then Delivery Guaranteed, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 50 for Wuling access and Tier 3 Gold gear. Get Delivery Guaranteed if possible.

Endgame 60-80

Authority Unlocks

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

Weapons

BiS Delivery Guaranteed 6★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

490

Substat

Intellect

Refinement

Target Refinement Level 2-3

Effect

When the wielder applies Lifted status to an enemy, increases Arts DMG Dealt by all team members by 24% for 15s. This effect cannot stack.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Curated Weapon Supply)

Why: Gilberta's BiS weapon through endgame. Team-wide Arts DMG buff is irreplaceable for Arts-focused teams.

Investment: Continue upgrading - signature-tier performance for support

F2P Cohesive Traction (Maxed) 5★

Effect

When the wielder casts a skill, gains Arts DMG +12% for 15s. Max 2 stacks (24% total).

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Still excellent at max refinement. Personal Arts DMG buff helps with Nature damage and Arts Susceptibility.

Note: Comfort F2P option through endgame

Gear Sets

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

HP +1000

After the wearer applies Amp, Protected, Susceptibility, or Weakened, other teammates also gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s. This effect cannot stack.

Why this set?

Gilberta's BiS gear set. Team-wide DMG buff when applying Arts Susceptibility (which happens via Combo Skill with Vulnerability). Perfect synergy with her kit.

Optimization Logic

Target Intellect pieces to boost grouping and Arts Susceptibility. Prioritize UGE on Kit for faster Ultimates.

Recommended: Eternal Xiranite Gloves (Gloves - Intellect) + Eternal Xiranite Power Core (Kit - UGE) + Eternal Xiranite Armor (Armor - HP/DEF)

Available Pieces: Eternal Xiranite Armor, Eternal Xiranite Gloves, Eternal Xiranite Power Core, Eternal Xiranite Auxiliary Arm

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

Alternative Catastrophe (3pc) Tier 2

Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%

At the start of battle, the wearer immediately recovers 50 SP.

Continue using Tier 2 Catastrophe if Eternal Xiranite RNG is bad. The 50 SP start and UGE are still excellent for grouping support.

Note: Use until full Eternal Xiranite set is farmed

Support Hot Work (3pc)

Arts Intensity +30

After applying Combustion, Heat DMG +50% for 10s. After applying Corrosion, Nature DMG +50% for 10s. Cannot stack.

Nature DMG buff after Corrosion application. Gilberta applies Corrosion with her kit, enabling this buff for herself and Nature DPS teammates.

Use if running Gilberta in a Nature-focused team with Yvonne or other Nature DPS

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

IntellectUltimate Gain EfficiencyATK%

Sub Stats

Ultimate Gain EfficiencyATK%Nature DMGArts Intensity

Crafting Focus

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

Priority Order

Eternal Xiranite 3pc first, then Delivery Guaranteed refinement, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level. Complete Eternal Xiranite set and max Delivery Guaranteed.

Max Level 80+

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 60 (Max) - All content unlocked

Full optimization complete. Focus on min-maxing support stats and perfecting the team build.

Weapons

BiS Delivery Guaranteed 6★ Arts Unit

Base ATK

490

Substat

Intellect

Refinement

Target Max Refinement

Effect

When the wielder applies Lifted status to an enemy, increases Arts DMG Dealt by all team members by 24% for 15s. This effect cannot stack.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: BiS 6-star for Gilberta. Team-wide Arts DMG buff is irreplaceable for Arts-focused compositions.

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

F2P Max Cohesive Traction 5★

Effect

When the wielder casts a skill, gains Arts DMG +12% for 15s. Max 2 stacks (24% total).

Why: Excellent F2P endgame weapon. Accessible via Arsenal Exchange. Provides consistent personal Arts DMG buffs.

Note: Best F2P option. Only ~15-20% behind Delivery Guaranteed in team support value.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Eternal Xiranite 3pc + Off-piece (3pc + 1 off-piece) Tier 3 Gold

HP +1000

After the wearer applies Amp, Protected, Susceptibility, or Weakened, other teammates also gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s. This effect cannot stack.

Why this set?

BiS for Gilberta. Team DMG buff on Arts Susceptibility application is massive for team damage.

Complete Build

armor: Eternal Xiranite Armor (Intellect or UGE secondary)

gloves: Eternal Xiranite Gloves (Intellect main)

kit: Eternal Xiranite Power Core (UGE main)

offPiece: Hot Work Power Cartridge (Arts Intensity secondary) - Best for Nature damage boost, OR Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge (UGE) for faster Ultimates

Optimization Goals

Target Substats: Intellect, Ultimate Gain Efficiency, ATK%, Nature DMG

Target Values:

60+ Intellect40%+ Ultimate Gain EfficiencyHigh ATK%

Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates

Alternative Hot Work 3pc + Eternal Xiranite Off-piece (3pc Hot Work + 1pc Eternal Xiranite) Tier 3

Arts Intensity +30

After applying Combustion, Heat DMG +50% for 10s. After applying Corrosion, Nature DMG +50% for 10s. Cannot stack.

Alternative BiS for Nature-focused teams. +50% Nature DMG after Corrosion is massive for Gilberta and Nature DPS.

Note: Use if running Nature-heavy team composition with Yvonne or other Nature DPS

F2P Option Catastrophe 3pc + Eternal Xiranite Off-piece (3pc Catastrophe + 1pc Eternal Xiranite)

Ultimate Gain Efficiency +20%

Start battle with 50 SP immediate recovery.

F2P-friendly max level setup. Catastrophe provides excellent UGE for frequent Ultimates and grouping. Mix with one Eternal Xiranite piece when available.

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

Complete Build

armor: Catastrophe Heavy Armor

gloves: Catastrophe Gloves

kit: Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge

offPiece: Eternal Xiranite Gloves (Intellect) when available

Upgrade Path: Farm Eternal Xiranite pieces gradually. Prioritize Gloves (Intellect) and Power Core (UGE) first.

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (Nature Infliction) → Ultimate (Black Hole grouping) → Combo Skill (Arts Susceptibility via Vulnerability) → Normal attacks while grouped

Timing

Use Ultimate when enemies are clustered for maximum Black Hole effectiveness. Apply Arts Susceptibility after Physical teammates apply Vulnerability stacks.

Team Compositions

Optimal

Yvonne (Nature DPS) + Gilberta (grouping/Arts Susceptibility) + Xaihi (heal/Amp) + Estella (Physical debuff/Lift)

Alternative

Avywenna (Electric DPS) + Gilberta (grouping) + Perlica (Electric support) + Arclight (SP battery)

Min-Max Tips

Always pair Gilberta with Physical teammates who can apply Vulnerability - this enables her Arts Susceptibility via Combo Skill

Black Hole grouping is her defining feature - use it to cluster mobs for AoE damage from your DPS

Arts Susceptibility only applies when enemies have Vulnerability stacks - coordinate with Physical team members

Ultimate Gain Efficiency is priority #1 - more Ultimates = more grouping = more team damage

Nature Infliction from Battle Skill enables Corrosion for Hot Work set bonus synergy

Position Black Holes carefully - they pull enemies together but have limited duration

In hybrid teams, Gilberta enables both Physical (Vulnerability consumption) and Arts (Arts Susceptibility) damage simultaneously

Combo Skill has a cooldown - time it for when enemies have maximum Vulnerability stacks for best Arts Susceptibility uptime

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