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Character Tier
1

About

A member of the Aegis tribe, he's currently on a journey with two young dragons, seeking a place where they can live in peace. Though usually calm, he grows enraged if his charges are threatened.

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Michael Richards Tomokazu Seki
Water
Lance
Support
Dragon Guardian
Obtainable as a 5

Character Stats

MAX HP 949
MAX STR 580

Overview

After a short reign as a staple in the earlier days of High Brunhilda's Trials, the Dragon Guardian ironically fell from grace as both Elisanne and her Gala form emerged. But like many adventurers, Xainfried has received a new lease on life via Mana Spirals which have both upgraded his old kit and given him new toys. Xainfried is now one of a select few that inflict Frostbite, and does so in a straightforward manner in contrast to the cooking duo's stances. A buffed Skill 2 also lets him keep up with dedicated supports while hitting back with his own DPS. Xainfried's chain co-ability leans even further into his Shapeshift-focused kit, and although he may never reenter the HBH meta, who can say when such a Dragon-friendly setup will be needed?

Strengths

Substantial STR Buff

After getting bumped from 15 to 20 seconds, Guardian's Fury is second only to Gala Elisanne's Holy Accord. Lance SP gains also help to mitigate its relatively high SP costs.  

Frostbite

Xainfried joins an elite pool of Water adventurers that inflict Frostbite. With all Water affliction chain co-abilities focused around this status, Xainfried is poised to take full advantage with his user-friendly Frostbite applications and built-in Frostbitten Punisher.   

Heavy Shapeshift Focus

Akin to Gala Prince, Xainfried's kit encourages frequent Shapeshifts with two counts of Dragon's Claws and naturally extended Shapeshift time. 

Weaknesses

Extra Dragon Dependent

Players without Siren or Leviathan won't get the most out of Xainfried's kit. Without the extra stopping power from Dragon's Claws, players in low-Shapeshift content may simply wish to run Gala/Elisanne for their low-maintenance support. 

Dragon Recommendations

Gaibhne & Creidhne:  Big Chungus continues to be the top performing Water Dragon for most Adventurers. 

Siren is the premier pick for her enormous boost to Skill Damage. 

Leviathan is still very viable, adding Bog for extra burst during Break.

Weapon Recommendations

Currently, Agito out performs HDT2 in water, but only by a narrow margin. Until the Agito gets a refine, the difference is minimal. 

Wyrmprint Recommendations

Pair 1

Pair 2

Pair 1: Universal setup, covering all offensive bases. 

Pair 2: Less common setup that capitalizes on the Shapeshifting aspects of Xain's kit.

Shared Skill

Dragon Frostfang
Lvl 2 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies.
200
Lvl 3 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies.
300
Lvl 4 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies, and inflicts frostbite. Frostbitten foes take extra damage.
SP Cost 6370 Iframe Long
Unlock Materials
Cost 6 Level 1

Skills

Skill 1

Dragon Frostfang
Lvl 1 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies.
100
Lvl 2 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies.
200
Lvl 3 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies.
300
Lvl 4 Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies, and inflicts frostbite. Frostbitten foes take extra damage.
SP Cost 2450 Iframe Long

Skill 2

Guardian's Fury
Lvl 1 Increases the entire team's strength by 15% for 15 seconds.
100
Lvl 2 Increases the entire team's strength by 20% for 15 seconds.
200
Lvl 3 Deals water damage to enemies directly ahead, increases the entire team's strength by 20% for 20 seconds, and raises the dragon gauge if the attack connects.
300
SP Cost 8534 Iframe Medium

Abilities

Ability 1

Dragon's Claws II

Each shapeshift increases strength (up to three times per quest).

80
Upgrades To
Dragon's Claws III

Each shapeshift increases strength (up to three times per quest).

100
Upgrades To
Dragon's Claws IV

Each shapeshift increases strength (up to three times per quest).

120

Ability 2

Burn Res +50%

Reduces susceptibility to burning by 50%.

60
Upgrades To
Burn Res +100%

Reduces susceptibility to burning by 100%.

100
Upgrades To
Potent Burn Res +100%

Reduces susceptibility to burning by 100%. When the user is hit by an attack that would have inflicted burning on them, their strength is increased by 15% for 10 seconds. After activating, this buff will not activate again for 15 seconds.

120

Ability 3

Dragon Time +15%

Extends shapeshift time by 15%.

80
Upgrades To
Dragon Time +20%

Extends shapeshift time by 20%.

100
Upgrades To
Dragon Time +25%

Extends shapeshift time by 25%.

120

Co-Abilities

HP +9%

Increases HP by 9%. Benefits your whole team.

170
Show Upgrades

Increases HP by 10%. Benefits your whole team.

Increases HP by 12%. Benefits your whole team.

Increases HP by 13%. Benefits your whole team.

Increases HP by 15%. Benefits your whole team.

Co-Ability Chain

(Water) Dragon's Claws I

If a team member is attuned to (Water): each shapeshift increases their strength (up to three times per quest). Benefits your whole team.

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If a team member is attuned to (Water): each shapeshift increases their strength (up to three times per quest). Benefits your whole team.

If a team member is attuned to (Water): each shapeshift increases their strength (up to three times per quest). Benefits your whole team.

If a team member is attuned to (Water): each shapeshift increases their strength (up to three times per quest). Benefits your whole team.

If a team member is attuned to (Water): each shapeshift increases their strength (up to three times per quest). Benefits your whole team.

Total Materials Required

Mana Circle 1

Total Materials

Effects

HP+13

Mana x 450
STR+11

Mana x 550
HP+14

Mana x 450
STR+11
Adventurer Story Unlock

Mana x 550
HP+14

Mana x 450
Force Strike

Mana x 650
STR+12

Mana x 550
HP+14

Mana x 450

Mana Circle 2

Total Materials

Unbind Materials

Effects

STR+7

Mana x 1,950
HP+16

Mana x 1,550
STR+8

Mana x 1,950
HP+16
Adventurer Story Unlock

Mana x 1,550
STR+8

Mana x 1,950
HP+16

Mana x 1,550
STR+8

Mana x 1,950
HP+16
Adventurer Story Unlock

Mana x 1,550
STR+8

Mana x 1,950

Mana Circle 3

Total Materials

Unbind Materials

Effects

HP+19

Mana x 3,200
STR+15

Mana x 4,000
HP+19

Mana x 3,200
STR+15
Adventurer Story Unlock

Mana x 4,000
HP+19

Mana x 3,200
STR+16

Mana x 4,000
HP+19

Mana x 3,200

Mana Circle 4

Total Materials

Unbind Materials

Effects

STR+9

Mana x 6,200
HP+21

Mana x 5,000
Force Strike (Upgrade 2)

STR+10

Mana x 6,200
HP+21

Mana x 5,000
STR+10

Mana x 6,200
HP+22

Mana x 5,000
STR+10

Mana x 6,200

Mana Circle 6

Total Materials

Unbind Materials

Effects

STR+3 HP+5

Mana x 20,000
STR+3 HP+5

Mana x 20,000
STR+3 HP+5

Mana x 20,000
STR+3 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+3 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+3 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+4 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+4 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+4 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+4 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
STR+4 HP+6

Mana x 20,000
Standard Attack Level Increase