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4★ Fire Defense

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Best stats & substats

Best stats

  • Main stat 1: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG:
  • Main stat 2: Fire DMG:
  • Main stat 3: ATK%:

Best substats

  • Priority 1: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
  • Priority 2: ATK%
  • Priority 3: PEN Ratio

Skills

Passive talents

Core Skill Core Passive: Guardian

Ben's initial ATK increases along with his initial DEF. He gains 80% of his initial DEF as ATK. When Ben launches a powerful follow-up strike during his EX Special Attack, all squad members gain a Shield of 30% of his DEF +550, lasting for 30s.

Core Skill Enhancement Additional Ability: Contractual Agreement

When another character in your squad shares the same Attribute or Faction: While the Shield from Core Passive: Guardian is in effect, the character's CRIT Rate is increased by 16%.

Dupes / advancement

Rank 1 Reacting Force

When successfully Blocking an enemy with Ben's Special Attack or EX Special Attack, the DMG dealt by the blocked enemy is reduced by 30% for 15s. "Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. So why do you have to bash things head-on?" "Looks like your calculations are off."

Rank 2 Offense Through Defense

When successfully triggering a Block Counter during Ben's Special Attack or EX Special Attack, inflict an additional 300% of Ben's DEF as DMG. Unlike other bear Thirens, Ben remains patient when fighting. He believes if he keeps his defenses up, he can wait until the enemy reveals their weakness.

Rank 3 Careful Accounting

Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2 Financial responsibility demands mastering cost-efficiency and utilizing every available resource to enhance both the team and oneself.

Rank 4 Agile Adaptation

When successfully blocking enemy DMG with Ben's invulnerable effect during his Special Attack or EX Special Attack, the following counter deals 30% more DMG. Ben's professional accounting instincts let him adapt dynamically based on the situation. Whether dealing with accounts or enemies, it's important to achieve the best results at the lowest cost.

Rank 5 Meticulous Detail

Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2 Ben's keen eye doesn't miss a single error in statements. The same goes for combat, where he gets progressively stronger as he corrects mistakes.

Rank 6 Wild Spirit

After launching an attack or follow-up attack during Ben's EX Special Attack, Daze inflicted by Basic Attacks, Dash Attack, and Dodge Counter is increased by 20%, lasting 12s. Bear Thirens are different from canine Thirens. They can't be appeased with food alone. When they lose their temper, the only thing you can do is run for your life... —The discontinued "Be a Good Neighbor! 100 Tips for Getting Along With Thirens"

Ascension

Materials summary

  • Advanced Defense Certification Seal
  • Basic Defense Certification Seal
  • Defender Certification Seal
  • Denny