Position
Attack Type
Tags
Archetype
Traits
Blocks 3 enemies
Operator Description
Hoshiguma, member of the Special Service of Lungmen Guard Department, is awaiting your orders.
Operator Quote
Stand by her side when you are scared. It really helps.
Potentials
Potential Item
Hoshiguma's Token
An old manga. It tells the story of an unknown monster becoming a hero with the help of his friends.
Potentials
-1
+30
-1
Trust extra status
+60
+60
Talent
12% chance to resist Physical and Arts damage
15% (+3%) chance to resist Physical and Arts damage
25% chance to resist Physical and Arts damage
28% (+3%) chance to resist Physical and Arts damage
Increases DEF of all Defenders by 6%
Increases DEF of all Defenders by 8%
Stats
HP
ATK
DEF
Arts Resist
0
Redeploy Time
70
DP Cost
19
Block
3
Attack Interval
1.2
Skills
- Skill 1
- Skill 2
- Skill 3
SP Cost:
50
49
48
47
46
45
44
43
42
40
Initial SP:
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
SP Charge Type
Skill Activation
Duration
20 Seconds
21 Seconds
22 Seconds
23 Seconds
24 Seconds
25 Seconds
26 Seconds
27 Seconds
28 Seconds
30 Seconds
Skill Effect
DEF +35%; ATK +10%
DEF +40%; ATK +10%
DEF +45%; ATK +10%
DEF +50%; ATK +20%
DEF +55%; ATK +20%
DEF +60%; ATK +20%
DEF +65%; ATK +30%
DEF +70%; ATK +30%
DEF +75%; ATK +30%
DEF +80%; ATK +40%
SP Cost:
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Initial SP:
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Skill Effect
DEF +5%
Deals 50% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 50% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +7%
Deals 55% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 55% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +9%
Deals 60% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 60% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +13%
Deals 65% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 65% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +15%
Deals 70% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 70% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +17%
Deals 75% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 75% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +21%
Deals 80% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 80% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +24%
Deals 85% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 85% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +27%
Deals 90% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 90% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
DEF +30%
Deals 100% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
Deals 100% of ATK Physical damage to enemies that attack Hoshiguma
SP Cost:
60
59
58
57
56
55
54
53
52
50
Initial SP:
20
20
20
23
23
23
26
27
28
30
SP Charge Type
Skill Activation
Duration
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
25 Seconds
Skill Effect
ATK +65%; DEF +40%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +70%; DEF +40%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +75%; DEF +40%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +80%; DEF +50%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +85%; DEF +50%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +90%; DEF +50%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +95%; DEF +60%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +110%; DEF +70%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +125%; DEF +80%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
ATK +140%; DEF +90%; Cuts all targets in the frontal grid with the shield
RIIC Base Skills
Defender Expert α
Lvl: 1
(重装专精·α)
Room Type:
Training Room
When this Operator is assigned to be the Trainer in the Training Room, Defender Operators' Specialization training speed +30%
Hannya
Lvl: 1
(般若)
Room Type:
Training Room
When this Operator is assigned to be the Trainer in the Training Room, Defender Operators' Specialization training speed +60%
Botzu's Quick Evaluation
+ DPS Defender
+ Talent: Chance to resist Physical and Arts damage
+ E2 Talent: Buffs the DEF of all other Defenders
+ Great DPS and DEF option with S3 that doesn't have the penalties like other DPS Defenders
+ Very high HP makes her a nice meatball tank
- As long as Liskarm can survive, she usually provides more utility as a DPS Defender than Hoshi
+ Talent: Chance to resist Physical and Arts damage
+ E2 Talent: Buffs the DEF of all other Defenders
+ Great DPS and DEF option with S3 that doesn't have the penalties like other DPS Defenders
+ Very high HP makes her a nice meatball tank
- As long as Liskarm can survive, she usually provides more utility as a DPS Defender than Hoshi
Operator Overview
“Anyone who wants to hurt my friends must answer to this shield.”
And answer they will. Armed with a triangular shield adorned with the motif of her Oni heritage, Hoshiguma is a powerful, offensively-oriented Defender who can reflect damage or deal AoE damage.
Hoshiguma’s kit embodies her ferocity, granting her the offensive capabilities to literally grind her enemies down. Hoshiguma's first Talent, Tactical Armor, grants her a chance to resist both physical and arts damage. Her first Skill, Warpath, provides a standard Defense and Attack buff. Her second skill, Thorns, is a passive Skill that grants her a slight Defense buff and deals a portion of her Attack in physical damage to all enemies that attack her. In particular, this Skill fills a niche when dealing with invisible ranged enemies at a distance, as these enemies cannot normally be attacked by other Operators without first being blocked, or by having a rare detection Skill/Talent. Hoshiguma’s third Skill, Saw of Strength, turns her into a literal grinder, allowing her to attack all enemies in front of her while simultaneously granting large buffs to her Attack and Defense. This Skill allows Hoshiguma to quickly deal with large groups of enemies, significantly decreasing the burden on your defensive line.
Hoshiguma is a very straightforward Defender Operator, but this is also her greatest weakness. She excels at being an effective tank that also deals good damage, but does not provide much unique support or utility outside of her second Talent, Special Operation, which grants a slight Defense buff to all other Defenders. Despite having a niche use for dealing with invisible ranged enemies, Hoshiguma does not fill many other irreplaceable roles.
Despite her honest Skill-set, Hoshiguma is an excellent choice for a standard Defender. Her fierce skills will protect the defensive line and open up the way to begin the counter-offensive.
Elite Promotion Discussion
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3rd Skill - Saw of Strength - Along with having a terrifying name, looking like a meat-grinder of death, and inspiring some hilarious Dorito spinning memes, Hoshi’s SK 3 gives her a decent ATK and DEF boost and allows her to hit all enemies within her range with each attack. Despite how it may look, the skill does not create a constant “grinding” damage effect, but is still based on a single attack per her Attack Interval (only that it hits all enemies in her range). The Skill can provide some nice increased damage in multiple-low-defense-enemies situations, but it doesn’t provide a significant survivability increase over her Skill 1 and doesn’t do much in high enemy-Defense or single target situations.
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Talent 2 - Special Operation Strategy - An ok percentage Defense buff to all Defenders. Welcome but not game changing.
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Talent 1 upgrade - Tactical Armor - A fairly significant increase to her ability to avoid both Physical and Arts damage. You can’t kill her if you can’t hit her!
Operator GIF Gallery
Skill 3
Official GIF
Skill Upgrade Costs
| Level | Requisites | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ➝ 2 |
Lv1
|
x5
|
| 2 ➝ 3 |
Lv1
|
x5
x6
x4
|
| 3 ➝ 4 |
Lv1
|
x8
x5
|
| 4 ➝ 5 |
Lv1
|
x8
x4
x4
|
| 5 ➝ 6 |
Lv1
|
x8
x6
|
| 6 ➝ 7 |
Lv1
|
x8
x5
x4
|
| Skill | Level | Requisites | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
Lv1
8h
|
x6
x4
x5
|
|
Lv1
16h
|
x12
x4
x7
|
|
|
Lv1
24h
|
x15
x6
x6
|
|
| 2 |
|
Lv1
8h
|
x6
x4
x8
|
|
|
Lv1
16h
|
x12
x3
x6
|
|
|
|
Lv1
24h
|
x15
x6
x6
|
|
| 3 |
|
Lv1
8h
|
x6
x4
x4
|
|
|
Lv1
16h
|
x12
x4
x8
|
|
|
|
Lv1
24h
|
x15
x6
x7
|
Overall Skill Cost
Elite Upgrade Costs
Total Cost
Operator Profile
 Artist |
Infukun |
|---|---|
 CV |
Kiyono Yasuno |
| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | Higashi |
| Birthday | Jan. 20 |
| Race | Oni |
| Height | 184cm |
| Combat Experience | 7 Years |
| Physical Strength | Excellent |
|---|---|
| Mobility | Standard |
| Physiological Endurance | Outstanding |
| Tactical Planning | Standard |
| Combat Skill | Excellent |
| Originium Adaptability | Normal |
Profile
Hoshiguma is an elite Operator from the Special Ops Team of the L.G.D.
There are several charges against her on record.
After intervention from Chief Wei Yenwu, L.G.D. made an exception to admit her into its Special Ops division based on her exceptional abilities and field performance. She exhibited remarkable professionalism in handling violent crime, protecting VIPs, disaster response and emergency rescue.
Currently a defender assisting Rhodes Island operations, Hoshiguma provides tactical execution and command support.
There are several charges against her on record.
After intervention from Chief Wei Yenwu, L.G.D. made an exception to admit her into its Special Ops division based on her exceptional abilities and field performance. She exhibited remarkable professionalism in handling violent crime, protecting VIPs, disaster response and emergency rescue.
Currently a defender assisting Rhodes Island operations, Hoshiguma provides tactical execution and command support.
Clinical Analysis
Increase Trust to 25.Imaging tests reveal clear, normal outlines of internal organs, and no abnormal shadows have been detected. Originium granules have not been detected in the circulatory system and there is no sign of infection. At this time, this Operator is believed to be non-infected.
[Cell-Originium Assimilation] 0%
Operator Hoshiguma showed no symptoms of Oripathy.
[Blood Originium-Crystal Density] 0.12u/L
Operator Hoshiguma rarely comes into contact with Originium.
[Cell-Originium Assimilation] 0%
Operator Hoshiguma showed no symptoms of Oripathy.
[Blood Originium-Crystal Density] 0.12u/L
Operator Hoshiguma rarely comes into contact with Originium.
Archive File 1
Increase Trust to 50.A towering female Oni.
Unlike Madam Ch'en, she dresses very casually but easily reminds others of her post with her speech and demeanor.
She loves to drink, but no one has seen her inebriated to date.
Unlike Madam Ch'en, she dresses very casually but easily reminds others of her post with her speech and demeanor.
She loves to drink, but no one has seen her inebriated to date.
Archive File 2
Increase Trust to 100.As ranks go, Madam Ch'en is Hoshiguma's superior. But based on service history, Hoshiguma joined the L.G.D. before Ch'en and the two are long-time colleagues, so it's little wonder the line between them is almost invisible.
What is unexpected is that Hoshiguma knows more about Lungmen then Ch'en. She has extensive knowledge about its criminal underworld, law enforcement, politics, economics, education, and foreign policy among others, and is unafraid to hold strong opinions about those topics.
She is indeed a rare combination of martial and scholarly talent.
What is unexpected is that Hoshiguma knows more about Lungmen then Ch'en. She has extensive knowledge about its criminal underworld, law enforcement, politics, economics, education, and foreign policy among others, and is unafraid to hold strong opinions about those topics.
She is indeed a rare combination of martial and scholarly talent.
Archive File 3
Increase Trust to 150.Hoshiguma is no less aggressive than her kin in battle, usually the fiercest and most courageous on the field.
However, she also possesses a quality most Oni sorely lack - composure.
Her self-discipline is discernible in her speech and demeanor, as well as in battle. She has fully conquered the recklessness in her Oni blood.
This may have perhaps stemmed from her past.
However, she also possesses a quality most Oni sorely lack - composure.
Her self-discipline is discernible in her speech and demeanor, as well as in battle. She has fully conquered the recklessness in her Oni blood.
This may have perhaps stemmed from her past.
Archive File 4
Increase Trust to 200.According to L.G.D. record, Hoshiguma was already an anomaly even when was part of the criminal underworld. She never preyed on the weak, was always righteous, loyal and helpful, and could drink anyone under the table... In short, a throwback to the martial heroes of the East's long-forgotten history.
It's likely that these qualities allowed her to break tradition and gain a position in the L.G.D.
But it's also clear from the files that Hoshiguma is no different now than when she first arrived at Lungmen, so the question remains how did she manage to gain her composure and knowledge, and why did she work for criminals in Lungmen?
Even if these stories took place before she arrived in Lungmen, she is still shrouded in mystery.
It's likely that these qualities allowed her to break tradition and gain a position in the L.G.D.
But it's also clear from the files that Hoshiguma is no different now than when she first arrived at Lungmen, so the question remains how did she manage to gain her composure and knowledge, and why did she work for criminals in Lungmen?
Even if these stories took place before she arrived in Lungmen, she is still shrouded in mystery.
Promotion Record
Upgrade to Elite LV2.I am willing to lend this person, Hoshiguma, to you.
Since we want to get off on a right foot, let me give you a piece of advice, Doctor.
If you think that she's a reasonable person, that just proves that you do not fully understand her.
That shield... Well, until she tells you where that shield came from...
You don't know the real her.
—Wei Yenwu
Since we want to get off on a right foot, let me give you a piece of advice, Doctor.
If you think that she's a reasonable person, that just proves that you do not fully understand her.
That shield... Well, until she tells you where that shield came from...
You don't know the real her.
—Wei Yenwu
Voice Lines
| Appointed as Assistant | Doctor, be at ease. I will keep you safe. |
|---|---|
| Talk 1 | There have been many new recruits lately, many new faces. You must be on guard. |
| Talk 2 | No matter what happens, don't forget to use the emergency communication channel. I'll be right there if you call me. |
| Talk 3 | I sound cold when I talk, you mean? I'm working, after all. I'm much less serious during my off time. |
| Talk after Promotion 1 | I seem... reserved? That is how I conduct myself at work, so you'll have to forgive me. During my free time, I am nothing like this, I assure you. |
| Talk after Promotion 2 | Rhodes Island doesn't only need combat Operators. It also needs experts in the fields of education, public relations, and more. |
| Talk after Trust Increase 1 | This shield has a name: Hannya. I brought it from my hometown. Its "father" and mine were old friends. Back in the Guard Department, my superiors would always mock my choice of weapon, but together we've proven to them that a shield can be a good weapon, and so can I. |
| Talk after Trust Increase 2 | My Hannya is stained with the blood of many a Lungmen gangster. I thought people would despise me for it, but in fact the ones who looked down upon me began treating me with much more respect after they saw my impressive kill record. Maybe they're simply intimidated by my size? What do you think? |
| Talk after Trust Increase 3 | Have one more glass? ...Oh, you've had enough? You don't have to worry about getting drunk, you know... I can carry you back to your room if you get drunk. What? That simply makes you even more worried, you say? Come on, did you have to say that? |
| Idle | Hm? Heh. Nothing. Just guarding you, Doctor. |
| Onboard | Hoshiguma, Defender Operator. I will be your shield, your blade, your fortress. Very glad to meet you, Doctor. |
| Watching Battle Record | This was made possible by your guidance, Doctor. |
| Promotion 1 | I'm honored. |
| Promotion 2 | No one can decide where I will go next, and no one can stop me once I make up my mind. And now—I've made up my mind to follow all your orders, Doctor. |
| Added to Squad | I will protect everyone. |
| Appointed as Squad Leader | Protecting Rhodes Island is my responsibility too. |
| Depart | I hope everyone could return safely. |
| Begin Operation | All who have a reason to fight must also be willing to die for their cause! |
| Selecting Operator 1 | Yes, Sir. |
| Selecting Operator 2 | Yessir! |
| Deployment 1 | I will not take even one step backward. |
| Deployment 2 | You cannot pass. |
| In Battle 1 | My Hannya will crush you into smithereens. |
| In Battle 2 | Anyone who wants to hurt my friends must answer to this shield. |
| In Battle 3 | Seeing is believing. |
| In Battle 4 | Hannya, unleash the rage your father poured into you! |
| 4-star Result | The harder the journey is, the more character it builds. |
| 3-star Result | Hurting my friends in front of my very eyes... that's something I cannot condone! |
| Sub 3-star Result | Are you hurt? I'm sorry, I have failed in my duties. |
| Operation Failure | Retreat now! I'll take up the rear! |
| Assigned to Facility | With my size... it's kind of hard to get through the door. |
| Tap | Here. |
| Trust Tap | Doctor, you could at least take a moment to relax while we're on a break. |
| Title | Arknights. |
| Greeting | Hey, Doctor. |
