ESSENCE BUILDS

Complete Essence Optimization for Every Character

2 characters available • Last updated: 2026-02-12

* Quick Start Guide

🎯 Essence Basics

Every weapon has 3 stat slots: Attribute, Combat, and Skill. Match all 3 for full effect.

💎 Rarity Matters

Only Flawless (5★) can be Etched. Wait for perfect 3-line matches before upgrading.

⚔️ Skill Types

14 types across Physical, Arts/Elemental, and Universal categories. Match to your weapon.

📍 Farm Dungeons

5 Severe Energy Alluviums. Each drops different stat pools. Check before spending Sanity.

🔧 Etching System

Upgrade stats with Flawless Essences. Coolant Gel provides guaranteed upgrades.

💡 Progression

Skip early (Lv.1-20). Start mid-game (Lv.30+). Go hard at Authority 40+.

Available Characters

A-Tier 5★ DPS

Avywenna

High-mechanical Electric DPS with Thunderlance stacking and retrieval mechanics. Only non-6-star Main DPS in launch roster. Uses Combo-→Ultimate→Battle rotation for damage.

Element: Electric
Difficulty: text-yellow-300>Medium

Key Stats: Electric DMG = Combo Skill DMG > ATK% > Arts Intensity > Ultimate Gain

S-Tier 6★ Support

Pogranichnik

The absolute core of the Physical team. Provides unique Breach debuffs (20% Vulnerability in separate multiplier), massive SP economy (125 SP/cycle), and grouping mechanics. Essential Physical support that enables team DPS.

Element: Physical
Difficulty: text-yellow-300>Medium

Key Stats: UGE >>> Physical DMG > HP% > Pursuit/Suppression/Combative/Fracture

🚧 More Characters Coming Soon

We're currently building essence guides for all 21 remaining characters. Check back regularly for new additions!

Xaihi Wulfgard Chen Qianyu Laevatain Yvonne Last Rite Da Pan Lifeng Ardelia

📚 What Each Guide Includes

  • ✦ Weapon Information: Best-in-slot options and alternatives
  • ✦ Stat Slot Configuration: Which stats to match for your weapon
  • ✦ 5 Progression Stages: Early → Mid → Late → Endgame → Max Level
  • ✦ Farming Priorities: Which dungeons to farm and why
  • ✦ Etching Strategy: Coolant Gel management and upgrade priorities
  • ✦ Rotation & Timing: Optimal skill sequences and positioning
  • ✦ Min-Max Tips: Advanced optimization strategies
  • ✦ Team Compositions: Recommended teammates and synergies

🎯 How to Use These Guides

  • 1. Find Your Character - Click on any character card above
  • 2. Check Your Level - Jump to the progression stage matching your current level
  • 3. Review Stat Priorities - Note which stats to target for main and substats
  • 4. Farm the Right Dungeon - Check which dungeon drops your needed stats
  • 5. Plan Your Etching - Read the Coolant Gel strategy for max efficiency
  • 6. Avoid Mistakes - Review the common mistakes section before investing

Source: Game8, wiki.gg, Prydwen, EndfieldData, Community Reddit r/Endfield
Data Version: 1.1 • Last Updated: 2026-02-12