Snowshine Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

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

Cryo Defender with Protect and HP Treatment capabilities. Applies Cryo Infliction through her skills and provides team survivability through shields and healing. Functions as a tanky Cryo support who can protect allies while dealing consistent Cryo damage. Her Counter mechanic triggers when allies are attacked, making her excellent for defensive team compositions.

Build Focus

HP%, Cryo DMG, Defense, Strength, Ultimate Gain Efficiency, Treatment Efficiency

Skill Priority

Battle Skill = Ultimate > Combo Skill > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Apply Protect to key allies with Battle Skill (60s duration). Use Combo Skill when Protected allies are attacked to trigger Counter for bonus Cryo damage. Deploy Ultimate (Ice Shell) before major enemy bursts for team shielding. Maintain Protect on your main DPS at all times. Works best in Cryo teams with Yvonne, Gilberta, or Xaihi for maximum synergy.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Use Basic/Miner gear with Quencher 4★ or Industry 0.1 4★ Great Sword. Don't over-invest.

Mid Game

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

Late Game

Catastrophe 3pc + Former Finery 6★ or Sundered Prince 6★.

Endgame

LYNX 3pc + Former Finery 6★ or Sundered Prince maxed.

Max Level

BiS: LYNX 3pc + Former Finery maxed. F2P: Catastrophe 3pc + LYNX off-piece + Sundered Prince maxed.

Early Game 1-20

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

Weapons

BiS Quencher 4★ Great Sword
Base ATK
341
Substat
Will
Effect
When the wielder performs a Final Strike on the enemy, ATK +33.6% for 10s. Effects of the same name cannot stack.
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Best 4-star Great Sword for Snowshine. The Final Strike bonus synergizes with her Great Sword melee playstyle.
F2P Industry 0.1 4★ Great Sword
Base ATK
341
Substat
Strength
Effect
When the wielder's battle skill hits the enemy, ATK +33.6% for 20s. Effects of the same name cannot stack.
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Solid 4-star Great Sword. Battle Skill ATK buff works well for sustained damage.
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
HP%DefenseStrength
Sub Stats
HP%DefenseCryo 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 OBJ Heavy Burden 5★ Great Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Strength
Effect
Secondary Attribute +14.0%. When the wielder applies Knocked Down or Weakened, DEF +50.4% for 15s. Effects of the same name cannot stack.
Source: Arsenal Exchange / Stock Redistribution
Why: Best generic 5-star Great Sword available early. DEF buff when applying control effects synergizes with her tank role.
Cost: Moderate - Stock Redistribution has good prices
F2P Finishing Call 5★ Great Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Strength
Effect
Secondary Attribute +14.0%. Combo skill HP treatment effect +56.0%
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Strong F2P 5-star Great Sword. Combo Skill HP treatment boost synergizes with her healing capabilities.
Note: Use if OBJ Heavy Burden isn't available
Step Up Seeker of Dark Lung 5★ Great Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Strength
Effect
Main Attribute +14.0%. Arts Intensity +70
Why: Arts-focused Great Sword with good base stats. Works well for Cryo build.
Note: Alternative if you want more Arts Intensity

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?

HP-focused set that works well for tanks. Better than Miner sets due to set bonus.

Recommended: AIC Light Armor (Armor) + AIC Tactical Gloves (Gloves) + AIC Light Plate (Kit)
Available Pieces: AIC Light Armor, AIC Tactical Gloves, AIC Light Plate, AIC Ceramic Plate
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%DefenseCryo DMG
Sub Stats
HP%DefenseStrengthCryo DMG

Crafting Focus

  • Amethyst Components for AIC gear
  • Weapon EXP for 5-star upgrades
  • Curated Weapon Supply tickets
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 Sundered Prince 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
490
Substat
Strength
Refinement
Aim for Refinement Level 1+
Effect
When the wielder performs a Final Strike on the enemy, ATK +28.0% for 8s. If the wielder is also the controlled operator, Final Strike deals Stagger +33.6% to the enemy. Effects of the same name cannot stack.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best generic 6-star Great Sword. The Final Strike ATK bonus synergizes with her Great Sword melee playstyle.
Investment: Worth prioritizing - provides significant damage increase
Cost: High - Arsenal Exchange
F2P OBJ Heavy Burden 5★ Great Sword
Base ATK
411
Substat
Strength
Effect
Secondary Attribute +14.0%. When the wielder applies Knocked Down or Weakened, DEF +50.4% for 15s.
Source: Stock Redistribution / Arsenal Exchange
Why: Still excellent at max refinement. DEF buff on control effects is valuable for tank role.
Note: Best F2P option for tank-focused build
Step Up Former Finery 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Will
Effect
Treatment Efficiency +28.0%. After a Protected operator takes DMG, the wielder restores the said operator's HP by (235 + Will x 1.96). Effect only triggers once every 15s.
Why: Snowshine's signature weapon. Treatment Efficiency boost synergizes perfectly with her healing capabilities.
Note: Use if you have it - excellent for support-focused build

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 Cryo Infliction and team protection. Good for Cryo support builds.

Recommended: Catastrophe Heavy Armor (Armor) + Catastrophe Gloves (Gloves) + Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge (Kit)
Available Pieces: Catastrophe Heavy Armor, Catastrophe Gloves, Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge, Catastrophe Filter
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. Good for damage-focused Snowshine builds.

Note: Use for more personal damage output

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
HP%DefenseCryo DMG
Sub Stats
HP%DefenseStrengthCryo DMG

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, then Sundered Prince maxed, 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 Former Finery 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Will
Refinement
Target Refinement Level 1+
Effect
Treatment Efficiency +28.0%. After a Protected operator takes DMG, the wielder restores the said operator's HP by (235 + Will x 1.96). Effect only triggers once every 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Snowshine's signature and BiS weapon. Treatment Efficiency boost synergizes perfectly with her healing capabilities. Provides excellent team sustain.
Investment: Priority #1 for Snowshine mains. Significant team support increase.
F2P Sundered Prince (Maxed) 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
490
Substat
Strength
Effect
When the wielder performs a Final Strike on the enemy, ATK +28.0% for 8s. If the wielder is also the controlled operator, Final Strike deals Stagger +33.6% to the enemy.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best F2P 6-star Great Sword. Excellent personal damage and stagger utility.
Note: Solid F2P endgame option for damage-focused builds
Premium Khravengger 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
505
Substat
Strength
Refinement
Target Refinement Level 1+
Effect
Skill DMG Dealt +56.0% (for every skill). When the wielder's battle skill applies Cryo Infliction, the wielder gains Cryo DMG +28.0% for 15s. When the wielder deals combo skill DMG to an enemy with Cryo Infliction, the wielder gains Cryo DMG +56.0% for 15s.
Why: Cryo-focused Great Sword. Massive Cryo DMG boost when applying Cryo Infliction. Good for Cryo-focused builds.
Note: Use for maximum Cryo damage output

Gear Sets

Best in Slot LYNX (3pc) Tier 3 Gold Lv.70
HP Treatment Efficiency +20%
After the wearer gives HP treatment to an allied target, that target also gains 15% DMG Reduction against all types of DMG for 10s. If the said treatment exceeds the target's Max HP, the target gains 30% DMG Reduction against all types of DMG. The aforementioned effects cannot stack.
Why this set?

Snowshine's BiS gear set. Treatment Efficiency boost + DMG Reduction on heal synergizes perfectly with her support role. Provides massive team survivability.

Optimization Logic

Prioritize Treatment Efficiency and HP substats.

Recommended: LYNX Heavy Armor (Armor) + LYNX Gauntlets (Gloves) + LYNX Aegis Injector (Kit)
Available Pieces: LYNX Heavy Armor, LYNX Cuirass, LYNX Gauntlets, LYNX Gloves, LYNX Aegis Injector, LYNX Connector
Source: Gear Template Crate in Wuling, Gear Assembly with Xiranite Component + Wuling Stock Bill
Alternative Eternal Xiranite (3pc) Tier 3
HP +1000
After the wearer applies Amp, Protected, Susceptibility, or Weakened, other teammates also gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s. This effect cannot stack.

Team support-focused set. Applies to her Protect mechanic. Good for team damage buff.

Note: Use for team damage focus

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
HP%DefenseTreatment Efficiency
Sub Stats
HP%DefenseStrengthCryo DMG

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 Former Finery maxed, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level. Complete LYNX set and get Former Finery or Sundered Prince maxed.

Max Level 80+

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

Full optimization complete. Snowshine provides excellent team survivability through her Protect mechanic and healing capabilities.

Weapons

BiS Former Finery (Maxed) 6★ Great Sword
Base ATK
495
Substat
Will
Refinement
Target Max Refinement
Effect
Treatment Efficiency +28.0%. After a Protected operator takes DMG, the wielder restores the said operator's HP by (235 + Will x 1.96). Effect only triggers once every 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Snowshine's signature and BiS weapon. The Treatment Efficiency boost creates a powerful heal+shield loop. At max refinement, provides optimal team sustain.
Investment: Final stop. Max refinement for optimal support value.
F2P Max Sundered Prince (Maxed) 6★ Great Sword
Effect
When the wielder performs a Final Strike on the enemy, ATK +28.0% for 8s. If the wielder is also the controlled operator, Final Strike deals Stagger +33.6% to the enemy.
Why: Best F2P option. At max refinement, provides excellent personal damage and stagger utility.
Note: Solid F2P endgame weapon for damage-focused builds.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot LYNX 3pc + Optimized Off-piece (3pc + 1 off-piece) Tier 3 Gold
HP Treatment Efficiency +20%
After giving HP treatment, target gains 15% DMG Reduction (30% if overhealed).
Why this set?

BiS for Snowshine. Treatment Efficiency + DMG Reduction on heal is unmatched for team survivability.

Complete Build
armor: LYNX Heavy Armor (HP% or Defense secondary)
gloves: LYNX Gauntlets (HP% or Treatment Bonus secondary)
kit1: LYNX Aegis Injector (Treatment Bonus secondary)
kit2: Redeemer Seal (Ultimate Gain Efficiency secondary) - off-piece
Optimization Goals
Target Substats: HP%, Defense, Treatment Efficiency, Strength
Target Values:
100%+ HP%High Defense20%+ Treatment Efficiency
Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates, Gear Assembly with Xiranite + Wuling Bills
Alternative Eternal Xiranite (Optimized) (3pc) Tier 3
HP +1000
After applying Protected, teammates gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s.

Team damage-focused set. Her Protect triggers the set bonus for team damage buff.

Note: Use for team damage focus over survivability

F2P Option Catastrophe 3pc + LYNX Off-piece (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 Ultimate cycling. Mix with one LYNX piece for Treatment Efficiency.

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

Complete Build
armor: Catastrophe Heavy Armor (HP% or Defense secondary)
gloves: Catastrophe Gloves (HP% or Defense secondary)
kit1: Catastrophe Gauze Cartridge (Ultimate DMG Bonus)
kit2: LYNX Gauntlets (Treatment Bonus secondary) - Off-piece
Upgrade Path: Farm LYNX pieces gradually, replacing Catastrophe one piece at a time.

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (Protect) → Combo Skill (Counter) → Ultimate (Ice Shell) → Repeat. Maintain Protect on priority allies.

Timing

Apply Protect with Battle Skill to key allies. Use Combo Skill when attacked to trigger Counter. Time Ultimate for major damage windows. Keep Protect active on highest priority target.

Team Compositions
Optimal

Yvonne (DPS) + Snowshine (tank/heal) + Gilberta (Cryo Infliction) + Xaihi (Amp/heal)

Alternative

Last Rite (DPS) + Snowshine (tank/heal) + Gilberta (grouping) + Xaihi (Amp)

F2P

Any main DPS + Snowshine (tank/heal) + Gilberta (support) + Xaihi (heal)

Min-Max Tips
1.

Snowshine's Counter triggers when PROTECTED allies are attacked - position her to protect key DPS

2.

Protect has 60s duration at max rank - keep it active on highest priority target

3.

LYNX set + Former Finery creates powerful heal+shield loop for team survivability

4.

Treatment Efficiency directly scales healing from both weapon and skills

5.

Overhealing from LYNX set grants 30% DMG Reduction - massive for boss fights

6.

Cryo Infliction from skills synergizes with Cryo team members

7.

Snowshine is P0 viable - her core mechanics work without any promotions

8.

Use Ultimate (Ice Shell) before major enemy burst to shield team

9.

Her Protect can be applied to any ally - prioritize your main DPS

10.

In defensive teams, Snowshine enables aggressive positioning for other allies

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