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Your First Week in Arknights: Endfield

Last updated: 2026-02-09

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* TL;DR - Day 1 Checklist

On Day 1 in Arknights: Endfield, complete the tutorial, start the 14-day login event for free 6-star Ardelia and her signature weapon, redeem all active promotional codes, and pull on the beginner banner for a guaranteed 6-star. Do not spend on the limited banner until you have 120 pulls saved.

  • * Complete the tutorial
  • * Start 14-day login for free Ardelia + weapon
  • * Redeem all active codes
  • ! DO NOT spend on limited banner (save for 120 pulls)

Your Free 6-Star Characters

Great news! You get two free 6-star characters plus several 5-stars from story progression. This eliminates the need to reroll.

Endministrator
Physical Guard - S-Tier

The protagonist and your main DPS for early game. Customizable gender (can change every 24 hours).

FREE at start
Ardelia
Nature Support - S-Tier

Excellent support with healing, buffs, and Corrosion application. Works great with any team composition.

FREE via 14-day login (+ signature weapon)
Free 5-Stars from Story
Perlica
Electric Caster
Wulfgard
Heat Caster
Chen Qianyu
Physical Guard

Pro tip: With Endministrator as your free DPS and Ardelia for support, focus pulls on limited characters like Laevatain to round out your team.

Week 1 Progression Guide

Day 1: Setup & Rewards

  • * Complete the tutorial and unlock all systems
  • * Start the 14-day login event for free Ardelia (claim daily!)
  • * Redeem ALL promotional codes (check our codes page)
  • * Do the beginner banner for a guaranteed 6-star
  • * DO NOT pull on limited banner yet

Day 2-3: Story Progress

  • * Push through the main story as far as possible
  • * Story clears are your main source of currency
  • * Don't over-invest in low-rarity characters yet
  • * Use your stamina efficiently (don't let it cap)
  • * Keep saving all limited banner currency

Day 4-5: Team Building

  • * Focus resources on Endministrator first (free main DPS)
  • * Level Ardelia second (excellent support)
  • * Unlock and explore different game modes
  • * Start understanding team composition basics
  • * Read through community tips

Day 6-7: Evaluate & Plan

  • * Check how many pulls you've accumulated
  • * Research upcoming banners
  • * If you have 120 pulls, consider pulling for Laevatain
  • * If not, continue saving - don't gamble!
  • * Review the tier list for pull targets

! Common Beginner Mistakes

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    Pulling without 120 saved

    Pity doesn't carry over. If you pull 90 times and the banner ends, you lose all progress.

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    Spreading resources too thin

    Focus on 4-5 core characters instead of leveling everyone equally.

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    Ignoring stamina management

    Don't let stamina cap. Even if you're busy, do quick clears to spend it.

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    Spending premium currency on stamina refills

    Save your Oroberyl for pulls. Free stamina is enough for progression.

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    FOMO pulling on every banner

    Be patient. Skip banners where you don't want the character. Save for guarantees.

Recommended Starter Team

The best starter team in Arknights: Endfield uses all free characters: Endministrator (Physical Guard, main DPS), Ardelia (Nature Support, healer/buffer from 14-day login), Perlica (Electric Caster), and Wulfgard (Heat Caster). This balanced team covers Physical and Arts damage for all early content.

With your free characters, here's a solid team to clear early content:

Endministrator
Main DPS
Ardelia
Support
Perlica
Electric Caster
Wulfgard
Heat Caster

This balanced team uses all free characters and can handle most early game content. Swap Wulfgard for Chen Qianyu if you need more Physical damage, or replace any slot with Laevatain if you pull her.

Resource Priority

1.
Limited Banner Currency

Save until you have 120 pulls. Never spend early.

2.
Character EXP Materials

Prioritize your main DPS, then supports.

3.
Skill Materials

Max your DPS skills before investing in others.

4.
Equipment/Artifacts

Can wait until mid-game. Don't farm early.

Quick Tips from the Community

"Wait and assess before pulling. First understand your income rate and how the game works."

- r/ArknightsEndfield

"The 30-pull milestone bonus is bait. Don't let FOMO make you gamble without 120 ready."

- r/ArknightsEndfield

"Free characters can clear all content. Don't stress about getting every limited."

- r/ArknightsEndfield

"Ardelia is the best standard 6-star support. Build her right after Endministrator."

- r/ArknightsEndfield

More tips on our Tips Page

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