sundering_steel

5-STAR Sword

Skills

Combative: Anthem of Cinder

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ATK +{atk_up1:0.0%}.
When the wielder deals a Physical Status, the wielder gains ATK +{atk_up2:0.0%} for {duration:0}s.
Max stacks for effects of the same name: {max_stack:0}. Duration of each stack is counted separately. Effect only triggers once every 0.1s.

Lv	atk up1	atk up2	duration	max stack	cd
1	0.05	0.075	20	2	0.1
2	0.06	0.09	20	2	0.1
3	0.07	0.105	20	2	0.1
4	0.08	0.12	20	2	0.1
5	0.09	0.135	20	2	0.1
6	0.1	0.15	20	2	0.1
7	0.11	0.165	20	2	0.1
8	0.12	0.18	20	2	0.1
9	0.14	0.21	20	2	0.1

Agility Boost [M]

attr agi

Agility +{agi}

Lv	agi
1	16
2	28
3	41
4	54
5	67
6	80
7	92
8	105
9	124

Physical DMG Boost [M]

attr phydam

Physical DMG Dealt +{phydam:0.0%}

Lv	phydam
1	0.044444446
2	0.08
3	0.115555555
4	0.15111111
5	0.18666667
6	0.22222222
7	0.25777778
8	0.29333332
9	0.34666666

Best Characters

Characters whose builds recommend this weapon.

Endministrator S

Alternative #3 Physical

Chen Qianyu S

Alternative #2 Physical

Pogranichnik S

Alternative #2 Physical

Rossi SS

Alternative #3 Physical

Sword Characters

All characters that can equip this weapon type.

Build Notes

Endministrator — endgame dps

Rank #3

The endgame Crush DPS build focuses on stacking Agility and Physical DMG to maximize Endministrator's Crush procs and skill damage. The Swordmancer set with Grand Vision provides the highest personal damage, while the off-piece Aethertech Gloves add Arts Intensity for even more Crush output. This build excels in mono-Physical teams that can maintain Vulnerability stacks.

Grand Vision is chosen for its balanced stat bonuses (Agility, ATK, Physical DMG, Arts Intensity) that directly enhance both normal attacks and Crush procs.

The Swordmancer set provides a potent trigger: after applying a Physical status (like Crush), it deals an extra 250% ATK hit, significantly increasing burst potential.

Eminent Repute is a strong alternative that provides team-wide ATK buffs, while Sundering Steel is the best F2P option available from the Operational Manual.

This build maximizes Endministrator's Crush damage through high Agility, Physical DMG, and Arts Intensity from the Swordmancer set and Grand Vision.
Aethertech Gloves as an off-piece further boost Arts Intensity, which directly improves Crush damage in Physical teams.

Endministrator — early game dps

Best in Slot

For early to mid-game progression, this build uses the Roving MSGR gear set and Sundering Steel weapon to boost Endministrator's Agility and Physical DMG. It is entirely craftable and rewards aggressive gameplay by maintaining high HP. This build provides a solid foundation for clearing content until endgame gear becomes available.

Sundering Steel is the best F2P weapon early on, offering Agility and Physical DMG boosts that directly increase Endministrator's damage output.

Roving MSGR set pieces are crafted from early-game materials and provide a straightforward stat boost to Agility and Physical DMG, which are Endmin's core scaling stats.

Prominent Edge is a viable alternative if Sundering Steel is not yet available, though it offers slightly less synergy.

This early-game build is easily accessible via Ferrium components and the free Sundering Steel weapon from the Operational Manual.
The Roving MSGR set boosts Agility and Physical DMG when HP is above 80%, making it ideal for aggressive playstyles.

Chen Qianyu — endgame sub dps

Rank #2

This endgame build focuses on maximizing Chen Qianyu's burst damage and vulnerability support. Rapid Ascent boosts Ultimate damage and crit, while the Swordmancer set adds consistent extra Physical hits and improved Stagger. The gear pieces from Bonekrusha and Swordmancer provide Agility and Strength, increasing both damage and utility. This setup makes her a reliable sub-DPS that can both debuff enemies and contribute respectable burst.

Rapid Ascent is chosen because Chen Qianyu's damage is concentrated in her Ultimate, and this weapon directly amplifies that while also improving her crit rate.

The Swordmancer set triggers an extra Physical hit after applying a Physical status, and its Stagger Efficiency helps interrupt enemies more often.

Bonekrusha is mentioned as an alternative set that provides different benefits like Ultimate recharge, but Swordmancer has better overall synergy.

Rapid Ascent significantly boosts Ultimate damage and Critical Rate, making it the top choice for maximizing burst.
Sunderung Steel and Aspirant serve as strong F2P or budget options, providing Agility and Physical DMG bonuses.
The Swordmancer set grants Stagger Efficiency and a bonus Physical hit, synergizing perfectly with her kit.
Bonekrusha pieces can be used situationally for extra Ultimate Gain Efficiency and Combo Skill DMG.

Chen Qianyu — early game sub dps

Best in Slot

The early game build uses Sundering Steel and the Roving MSGR set to provide immediate power. Sundering Steel offers Physical DMG and Agility, while Roving MSGR grants flat Agility and extra Physical DMG when HP is high. This combination is easy to obtain and significantly improves Chen Qianyu's early performance, allowing her to apply Vulnerability and deal solid damage in the early stages of the game.

In the early game, Sundering Steel is a reliable weapon that boosts her damage and Agility without needing rare resources.

Roving MSGR is an easily obtainable set that directly enhances her main scaling stats.

No other weapon alternatives are recommended for early game as Sundering Steel performs well enough.

Sundering Steel provides a good mix of Physical DMG and Agility, synergizing with her scaling.
Roving MSGR set gives a flat Agility boost and conditional Physical DMG increase above 80% HP.
This build is effective from level 20 onwards and helps smooth progression.

Pogranichnik — early game support

Rank #2

This early game build focuses on solidifying Pogranichnik's support role with accessible gear. The Mordvolt Resistant set boosts his main stat Will and provides a safety net, while Thermite Cutter (if obtainable) adds team ATK. This setup allows him to function as a reliable SP battery and buffer during the early stages of the game.

In early game, survivability and main stat (Will) are prioritized. Mordvolt Resistant set grants +50 Will and a healing bonus under 50% HP.

Thermite Cutter is the best early weapon because it can be obtained alongside Pogranichnik on the New Horizons banner and provides Will and team ATK.

If Thermite Cutter is not available, Sundering Steel serves as a fallback for personal damage, though it offers no team utility.

Mordvolt Resistant set increases Will and provides a Treatment Effect bonus when HP is low, improving survivability.
Thermite Cutter is accessible from the New Horizons banner and provides Will and team ATK buffs.
Sundering Steel is a budget option that only boosts personal damage, lacking team support.

Rossi — endgame sub dps

Rank #3

This endgame build maximizes Rossi's crit potential using the MI Security set and Lupine Scarlet weapon. It capitalizes on her Combo Skill's Crit Damage buff and talent procs, making her a powerful sub-DPS. Essence priority focuses on Fracture and Agility to boost her damage stats. Alternative weapons like Glorious Memory or Sundering Steel offer lower performance but remain viable for players without the top option.

Lupine Scarlet is Rossi's best weapon because it increases both Heat and Physical damage on top of Crit Rate, aligning perfectly with her dual-damage nature.

MI Security set's 5% base Crit Rate and stacking ATK bonus ensure consistent crits to trigger her talent Seething Blood and maximize damage.

Redeemer Gloves are chosen as an off-piece to fill a gap in set bonuses; other options like Frontier Armor can be swapped for more damage but reduce energy recovery.

The MI Security set boosts Crit Rate and ATK after crits, synergizing with Rossi's Combo Skill Crit Damage buff.
Redeemer Gloves off-piece provides additional utility or stats tailored to Rossi's needs.
Alternative gear: Frontiers Armor T2 with MI Security Gloves T1 sacrifices Ultimate Gain for higher raw damage.

Rossi — early game sub dps

Best in Slot

This early-game build uses the Aburrey's Legacy set and Sundering Steel weapon to boost Rossi's skill damage and attack. It is a cost-effective setup that empowers her Combo Skill and enhances her early damage output. Essence priority favors Combative and Physical DMG Boost. This build serves as a stepping stone until players can acquire the crit-focused endgame gear.

Sundering Steel is chosen for early game because it provides a straightforward Physical DMG boost and Agility, which Rossi scales well with.

Aburrey's Legacy set's unconditional Skill DMG +24% and stacking ATK buff make it a powerful set for leveling, as Rossi relies heavily on her combo skill.

Roving MSGR Fists T1 are an easy-to-acquire off-piece that complements the set's stats.

Aburrey's Legacy set enhances Combo Skill damage and provides ATK% per skill cast, ideal for early-game burst rotations.
Sundering Steel is a cost-effective weapon that boosts Physical damage and Agility without requiring Crit Rate investment.