Lifeng Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

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

6★ Sub-DPS Physical Polearm

A high-spec bridge unit for Physical teams who provides grouping and Physical Susceptibility to set up Crush windows. His Battle Skill applies Physical Susceptibility to enemies without Vulnerability stacks, while his Ultimate delivers powerful AoE grouping and damage. Functions as a versatile Physical team enabler who generates 3 Vulnerability stacks without consuming them, making him resource-friendly and P0 viable.

Build Focus

Agility, ATK%, Physical DMG. Focus on Stagger Efficiency and Skill DMG to maximize his sub-DPS potential while maintaining support capabilities. Prioritize main attributes that boost both his personal damage and team utility.

Skill Priority

Battle Skill > Ultimate > Combo Skill > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Start with Battle Skill to apply Physical Susceptibility. Use Ultimate for AoE grouping and double-hit damage. Combo Skill triggers automatically on Final Strikes against debuffed enemies. Focus on Agility and ATK% to maximize both personal damage and team utility. Coordinate with Physical teammates for optimal Crush window setups.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Use Basic/Miner gear with any 3-4★ Polearm. Pathfinder's Beacon or Aggeloslayer from crates. P0 viable.

Mid Game

AIC Light 3pc + Aggeloslayer/Pathfinder's Beacon maxed, or Cohesive Traction 5★.

Late Game

Aburrey's Legacy 3pc or Swordmancer 3pc (T2) + Valiant 6★ or Chimeric Justice maxed.

Endgame

Swordmancer 3pc (T3) + Mountain Bearer 6★ signature.

Max Level

BiS: Swordmancer 3pc + Mountain Bearer maxed. F2P: Swordmancer T2 3pc + off-piece + Valiant.

Early Game 1-20

Authority Unlocks

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

Weapons

BiS Pathfinder's Beacon 4★ Polearm

Base ATK

341

Substat

Agility

Effect

ATK +15%. When HP is above 80%, ATK +12%.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Best 4-star Polearm available early. ATK buffs support Lifeng's Physical damage and his Illumination talent scales with main attributes.

F2P Aggeloslayer 4★ Polearm

Base ATK

341

Substat

Strength

Effect

Physical DMG +18%. After defeating an enemy, gains ATK +12% for 10s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Alternative 4-star Polearm with Physical DMG focus. Good for early Physical team setups.

Note: Use if found in exploration, excellent Physical-focused option

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

AgilityATK%

Sub Stats

ATK%Physical DMGStrength

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 Aggeloslayer 4★ Polearm

Effect

Physical DMG +18%. After defeating an enemy, gains ATK +12% for 10s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Best 4-star option to upgrade. Physical DMG buff synergizes with his Physical Susceptibility application.

Investment: Solid mid-game option until 5-star Polearm is available

Cost: Low - Readily available

F2P Pathfinder's Beacon 4★

Upgrade

Keep at max level

Effect

ATK +15%. When HP is above 80%, ATK +12%.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Alternative 4-star with consistent ATK buffs. Good if you prefer stable damage over conditional Physical DMG.

Note: Use Aggeloslayer if available for Physical DMG focus

Step Up Cohesive Traction 5★ Polearm

Base ATK

411

Substat

Agility

Effect

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

Why: 5-star option with Agility substat. Skill-cast buffs work well with Lifeng's active skill usage.

Note: Good upgrade from 4-star if available, though Valiant is better

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 Lifeng's sub-DPS role.

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

AgilityATK%Physical DMG

Sub Stats

ATK%Physical DMGStrengthCritical Rate

Crafting Focus

• Amethyst Components for AIC gear
• Weapon EXP for 4-star upgrades
• Save for 5-star Polearm 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 Valiant 6★ Polearm

Base ATK

490

Substat

Agility

Refinement

Aim for Refinement Level 1+

Effect

When the wielder's HP is above 80%, ATK +42%. Agility and ATK boost.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Curated Weapon Supply)

Why: Strong 6-star Polearm option. Massive ATK buff when HP is maintained above 80%, synergizing with Lifeng's durable Guard class.

Investment: Excellent sub-DPS weapon that carries into endgame

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

F2P Chimeric Justice 4★ Polearm

Effect

Increases main attribute. Ultimate SP gain and Crit Rate buffs.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: F2P-friendly 4-star option with Agility focus. Ultimate SP gain helps with grouping frequency.

Note: Best F2P option if 6-star unavailable

Step Up Mountain Bearer 6★ Polearm

Base ATK

510

Substat

Agility

Effect

Against Vulnerable enemies, DMG Dealt +32%. After applying Knocked Down or Physical Susceptibility, gains all attributes +12.8% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Why: Lifeng's signature weapon and BiS. Perfectly synergizes with his kit - applies Physical Susceptibility and Knock Down constantly.

Note: Priority #1 for Lifeng mains. Significant damage increase over Valiant.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Aburrey's Legacy (3pc) Tier 2 Purple Lv.50

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.

Why this set?

Versatile all-skill damage set. Up to +15% ATK from using all 3 skill types. Perfect for Lifeng's rotation.

Recommended: Aburrey Light Armor (Armor) + Aburrey Gauntlets (Gloves) + Aburrey Sensor Chip (Kit)

Available Pieces: Aburrey Light Armor, Aburrey Gauntlets, Aburrey Sensor Chip

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

Alternative Redeemer (3pc) Tier 2

HP +500

When the wearer's HP is above 50%, the wearer gains ATK +15%.

Simple conditional ATK buff. Keep HP above 50% for consistent damage. Good for Guard class durability.

Note: Use if you struggle with Aburrey's Legacy drops or want simpler conditions

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

AgilityATK%Physical DMG

Sub Stats

Critical RateCritical DMGATK%Physical DMGStagger Efficiency

Crafting Focus

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

Priority Order

Aburrey's Legacy 3pc first, then farm for Mountain Bearer, then essence optimization

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

Endgame 60-80

Authority Unlocks

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

Weapons

BiS Mountain Bearer 6★ Polearm

Base ATK

510

Substat

Agility

Refinement

Target Refinement Level 2-3

Effect

Against Vulnerable enemies, DMG Dealt +32%. After applying Knocked Down or Physical Susceptibility, gains all attributes +12.8% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Smelting Forge Issue)

Why: Lifeng's signature weapon and absolute BiS. The all-attributes buff stacks perfectly with his constant application of Physical Susceptibility and Knock Down.

Investment: Priority #1 for Lifeng mains. 20-25% damage increase over Valiant.

F2P Chimeric Justice (Maxed) 4★

Effect

Increases main attribute. Ultimate SP gain and Crit Rate buffs.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Maxed 4-star with Agility focus. Ultimate SP gain helps maintain grouping frequency.

Note: Comfortable F2P option through endgame

Premium Valiant 6★ Polearm

Refinement

Refinement Level 1+

Effect

When the wielder's HP is above 80%, ATK +42%. Agility and ATK boost.

Why: Strong alternative 6-star. Simple but effective ATK buff condition.

Note: Use if Mountain Bearer unavailable

Gear Sets

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

Stagger Efficiency +20%

After Final Strike, deals additional Physical DMG equal to 100% ATK and recovers 20 SP.

Why this set?

Lifeng's BiS gear set. Stagger Efficiency helps apply Crush faster, and the SP recovery on Final Strike enables more frequent Ultimates for grouping.

Optimization Logic

Target Agility pieces (Gauntlets, Flint) to scale Illumination talent.

Recommended: Swordmancer Heavy Armor T1 (Armor) + Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets (Gloves) + Swordmancer Flint T1 (Kit)

Available Pieces: Swordmancer Heavy Armor T1, Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets, Swordmancer Flint T1

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

Alternative Æthertech (3pc) Tier 3

ATK +8%

When the wearer applies Vulnerability, Physical DMG +8% for 15s. This effect can reach 4 stacks. If the target already has 4 stack(s) of Vulnerability, the wearer gains an additional Physical DMG +16% for 10s.

Vulnerability-stacking set for Physical teams. Ramps to +48% Physical DMG at max stacks. Perfect for Lifeng who generates Vulnerability stacks.

Note: Use for maximum Physical damage in dedicated Physical teams

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

AgilityATK%Physical DMG

Sub Stats

Critical RateCritical DMGATK%Physical DMGStagger Efficiency

Crafting Focus

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

Priority Order

Swordmancer 3pc first, then Mountain Bearer or Valiant maxed, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level. Complete Swordmancer set and get Mountain Bearer maxed.

Max Level 80+

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 60 (Max) - All content unlocked

Full optimization complete. Focus on min-maxing sub-DPS stats and perfecting Physical team rotations.

Weapons

BiS Mountain Bearer 6★ Polearm

Base ATK

510

Substat

Agility

Refinement

Target Max Refinement

Effect

Against Vulnerable enemies, DMG Dealt +32%. After applying Knocked Down or Physical Susceptibility, gains all attributes +12.8% for 20s. Max 2 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Smelting Forge Issue)

Why: Absolute BiS for Lifeng. The all-attributes buff provides massive scaling through his Illumination talent (0.15% ATK per Intellect/Will point).

Investment: Final stop. Max refinement for optimal damage.

F2P Max Valiant 6★

Effect

When the wielder's HP is above 80%, ATK +42%. Agility and ATK boost.

Why: Strong F2P endgame weapon. Simple ATK buff condition that synergizes with Guard durability.

Note: Excellent alternative. Only ~20-25% behind Mountain Bearer.

Gear Sets

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

Stagger Efficiency +20%

After Final Strike, deals additional Physical DMG equal to 100% ATK and recovers 20 SP.

Why this set?

BiS for Lifeng. Stagger Efficiency enables faster Crush windows, SP recovery sustains Ultimate uptime for grouping.

Complete Build

armor: Swordmancer Heavy Armor T1 (Agility/ATK% secondary)

gloves: Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets (Agility secondary)

kit: Swordmancer Flint T1 (Agility/Physical DMG secondary)

offPiece: Æthertech Gloves (Physical DMG secondary) or MI Security PPE T1 Gloves (Critical Rate)

Optimization Goals

Target Substats: Agility, ATK%, Physical DMG, Critical Rate, Critical DMG

Target Values:

50+ Agility100%+ ATK60%+ Physical DMGHigh Crit Rate/DMG

Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates

Alternative Æthertech 3pc + Swordmancer Off-piece (3pc + 1 off-piece) Tier 3

ATK +8%

When the wearer applies Vulnerability, Physical DMG +8% for 15s. Stacks to 4 for +48% total.

Alternative BiS for maximum Physical damage. Æthertech ramps to massive Physical DMG bonuses.

Note: Use in dedicated Physical teams with stack generators like Pogranichnik.

F2P Option Swordmancer 3pc (Tier 2) + Off-piece (3pc Tier 2 Swordmancer + 1pc Tier 3 off-piece)

Stagger Efficiency +20%

After Final Strike, deals additional Physical DMG and recovers SP.

F2P-friendly max level setup. Tier 2 Swordmancer provides core functionality. Mix with one Tier 3 piece when available.

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

Complete Build

armor: Swordmancer Heavy Armor (Tier 2)

gloves: Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets (Tier 2)

kit: Swordmancer Flint (Tier 2)

offPiece: Tier 3 Gloves with Agility or Critical Rate

Upgrade Path: Farm Tier 3 Swordmancer pieces gradually. Prioritize Gauntlets (Agility) and Flint (Physical DMG) first.

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (Turbid Avatar) → Build SP with Normal Attacks → Ultimate (Heart of the Unmoving) for grouping → Combo Skill (Aspect of Wrath) on Final Strike with Physical Susceptibility → Repeat

Timing

Apply Physical Susceptibility with Battle Skill first. Use Ultimate when enemies are clustered. Combo Skill triggers automatically on Final Strikes against debuffed enemies.

Team Compositions

Optimal

Endministrator (Physical DPS) + Lifeng (sub-DPS/utility) + Pogranichnik (Breach/SP battery) + Chen Qianyu (sub-DPS/rotation)

Alternative

Da Pan (Crush DPS) + Lifeng (grouping/Physical Susceptibility) + Pogranichnik (Breach) + Ember (sustain/shield)

Min-Max Tips

Always start with Battle Skill (Turbid Avatar) to apply Physical Susceptibility - this enables Combo Skill triggers

Physical Susceptibility only applies to enemies without Vulnerability stacks - use it before other Physical teammates apply stacks

Ultimate (Heart of the Unmoving) has two damage phases - initial slam and delayed secondary slam. Keep enemies in the zone.

Combo Skill (Aspect of Wrath) triggers automatically on Final Strikes against enemies with Physical Susceptibility or Breach

Illumination talent converts Intellect and Will to ATK - prioritize Agility main stats to boost both damage and talent scaling

Subduer of Evil talent deals bonus Physical DMG on Knock Down - Lifeng's Ultimate and Battle Skill both apply Knock Down

Resource friendly: Lifeng generates 3 Vulnerability stacks but doesn't consume them - perfect bridge unit

Group enemies with Ultimate before your main DPS unleashes their burst for maximum team damage

Coordinate with Physical teammates - apply Physical Susceptibility first, then let them apply Vulnerability stacks

10.

P0 Viable: Lifeng's core utility (grouping, Physical Susceptibility) works without any promotions

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