The Latest Additions to Your Arsenal
The legendary Guardians Kaori and Theodore are here, along with their trusty companions—Lucky, Plof, and Amber. These powerful allies bring a mix of utility, crowd control, and damage to bolster your fight against the Dread. Whether you’re building a Cynder-specific team or looking to dominate in various game modes, this guide will help you maximize their potential.
Guardian Spotlight: Kaori
Bio
Kaori grew up defying the traditional expectations of her people. Choosing music over more conventional Draka’ka pursuits, she became a traveling bard, wielding her melodies to protect allies and vanquish enemies.
Skills
- Demon Harp:
Deals 110% ATK as Magic Damage to nearby enemies 4 times, causing Silence and healing allies for 110% ATK.
Guardian Gear Effect: Gain 500 Energy if interrupted
- Shifting Sound:
Targets the lowest HP combatant. If an enemy, deals 300% ATK as Magic Damage and dispels buffs. If an ally, heals 100% of ATK and dispels debuffs.
Guardian Gear Effect: Disperses all shields if the target is an enemy.
- Metamorphic Notes:
Creates 3 notes dealing 250% ATK as Magic Damage, reducing enemy Crit Hit% by 30% for 7 seconds. Heals allies for 250% ATK, boosting their Crit Hit%.
Guardian Gear Effect: Reduces Crit Hit Damage by 30% for enemies.
- Flame and Soul:
Grants Mark of Fire to the ally with the highest health and Mark of Soul to the enemy with the highest health.- Mark of Fire: For every 20% max HP lost, deals 100% ATK to all enemies.
- Mark of Soul: For every 20% max HP lost, heals allies for 100% ATK.
Guardian Gear Effect: Triggers every 10% HP lost.
Core Strengths
- Large AoE Silence and ally immunity to Silence.
- Exceptional dispel capabilities for buffs and debuffs.
- Boosts ally Crit Rate while reducing enemy Crit Rate and damage.
Suggested Party Compositions
- Best paired with assassins and rangers like Salve, Abbas, or Theodore for crit-heavy teams.
- Excels in Endless mode and with physical DPS allies like Thorit or Atticus.
Guardian Spotlight: Theodore
Bio
Once a prince, Theodore now roams Elderym, his kingdom destroyed by the Dread. Armed with a bow and blessed by Cynder, he seeks the remnants of his homeland.
Skills
- Phantom Shot:
Summons 2 phantoms to fire arrows, dealing 240% ATK as Physical Damage and causing Knockback.
Guardian Gear Effect: Reduces movement speed by 70% for 7 seconds.
- Flaming Arrows:
Charges an arrow shot dealing 270% ATK as Physical Damage, inflicting Burn.
Guardian Gear Effect: Inflicts 2 Burn stacks.
- Thunder Arrow:
Charges an arrow shot dealing 250% ATK as Physical Damage, causing Paralysis for 2 seconds.
Guardian Gear Effect: Extends paralysis to 4 seconds.
- Graceful Shot:
Aura increases team Accuracy by 10.
Guardian Gear Effect: Boosts Crit% by 30% if no enemies are within melee range.
Core Strengths
- AoE knockback disrupts enemy formations.
- Ranged control with paralysis and burn effects.
- Team-wide accuracy buff.
Suggested Party Compositions
- Counters dodge-heavy assassins when paired with Tamamo and Juno, striking enemy backlines.
- Ideal as DPS in Boss Rush mode.
Companion Guide: Lucky, Plof, and Amber
Lucky
Bio: A magical cat rumored to be a witch’s familiar, Lucky exudes immense power but only acts when she feels like it.
Skills:
- Convulsion: 100% chance to earn Monster Souls after using a Guild Boss Ticket.
- Mighty Hitter: 100% chance to get Guild Artifact Materials after using a Guild Boss Ticket.
Plof
Bio: A historian with a penchant for hats, Plof trades his knowledge for fashion, often borrowing accessories from Guardians.
Skills:
- Collector: 100% chance to earn Guild Coins after using a Guild Boss Ticket.
- Convulsion: 100% chance to earn Monster Souls after using a Guild Boss Ticket.
Amber
Bio: A playful flying fox from Hearthfire, Amber alternates between helping and tricking the Draka, often hiding tools or scouting for rare gems.
Skills:
- Collector: 100% chance to earn Guild Coins after using a Guild Boss Ticket.
Final Thoughts
Kaori and Theodore, alongside their fluffy companions, bring a mix of healing, crowd control, and damage to Elderym. Whether you’re crafting a crit-heavy team or gathering resources with Lucky, Plof, and Amber, these new additions offer unparalleled versatility for both combat and progression.
Prepare your party wisely, and let the flames of victory light your path!
