Arknights Beginner's Guide by Sassiv

Introduction

• Welcome to Arknights!
• Game may seem overwhelming at first.
• Questions? Comment section or Arknights Discord.
• Twitch streamers are also available for quick help.
• Speaker Background: Sassiv, 4-5k hours of gameplay.
• Focus of guide: make Arknights experience enjoyable and efficient.

Key Points About Arknights

• Arknights is different from typical gacha games.
• High rarity operators (5/6 stars) are important but can slow progress if built too early.
• 3/4 Star Operators: Not much weaker than 5/6 stars, cost less resources.
  • Recommended Operators: Cruz, Malempha, Cutter, Pinecone, Myrtle.
  • Pearl is highly effective, functions like two vanguards.
• Operator Utilization:
  • All operators can be effective if used strategically.
  • Meta play is common, but creativity is encouraged.

Rerolling

• If rerolling, aim for Martin from the beginner banner.
• Other good units: Thorns, Orkato, Flametail, Zuzuran, Witty.
• Rerolling Method:
  • Use unique account numbers to avoid reinstalling for failed pulls.
  • Collect 3800 Rundo from mail after completing initial stages.
• Ensure to document account information for retrieval.

Banner Recommendations

• Beginner Banner: Pull until exhausted; generally a good choice.
• Colonel Banner: Avoid unless specific waifus are desired.
• Aim for balanced roster across classes (Vanguard, Guard, Medic, etc.).
• Check tier lists for operator strengths.

Recruitment Strategies

• Utilize recruitment tags strategically for better operators.
• Websites for recruitment optimization: Ace Ships, GamePress.
  • Use color tags effectively.
  • Set recruitment time for optimal results.
• 1-Star Operators are rare; use specific tags for recruitment.

Friend System

• Friends are crucial for support and team composition.
• Acquire friends through Discord or Twitch streams.
• Friends’ operators scale to your strongest elite operator.

Store Recommendations

• Rhythmium Section: Generally not useful for free players.
• Packs: Buy level packs with Aurigna Prime for value.
• Skins: Buy only for favorite characters as they give no in-game advantages.
• Certs Section:
  • Spend yellow and green certs wisely.
  • Avoid buying Heat-Hunting permits early.
• Orange Third Star: Focus on materials and operators that aid progression.

Gameplay Mechanics

• Have balanced operators across different categories.
• Adjust team composition based on enemy stats (e.g., defense vs. arts damage).
• Analyze failures to improve strategies.

Events and Farming

• Events unlock after Chapter 1.10; clear stages for event currency.
• Old events contain useful rewards, clear them for free operators.
• Focus on farming LMD and XP chips.
• Research stages are key for material farming.

Base Management

• The base is a mini-game in itself; manage resources effectively.
• Facilities:
  • Trading Post (LMD), Factory (XP Chips), Power Plant (power).
  • Upgrades improve efficiency.
• Common setups vary; beginners should start with classic configurations.

Conclusion

• This guide aimed to cover essential aspects of Arknights.
• For further questions, utilize comment sections or community resources.
• Thank you for watching; enjoy your journey in Arknights!