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About | |
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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 |
Dragon Guardian |
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Obtainable as a 5
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Character Stats
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. Â
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.  Â
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.Â
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.Â
Dragon Recommendations
Gaibhne & Creidhne:Â Â Big Chungus continues to be the top performing Water Dragon for most Adventurers.Â
Siren is the premier pick for her enormous boost to Skill Damage.Â
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.Â
Wyrmprint Recommendations
Pair 1
Pair 2
Pair 1: Universal setup, covering all offensive bases.Â
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 |
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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 |
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Unlock Materials |
Water Tome x6
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Cost | 6 | Level | 1 |
Skills
Skill 1
Dragon Frostfang | ||
Lvl 1 | Deals water damage to the target and nearby enemies. | 100 |
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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 |
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Skill 2
Guardian's Fury | ||
Lvl 1 | Increases the entire team's strength by 15% for 15 seconds. | 100 |
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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 |
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Abilities
Ability 1
Dragon's Claws II
Each shapeshift increases strength (up to three times per quest). |
80
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Upgrades To | |
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Dragon's Claws III
Each shapeshift increases strength (up to three times per quest). |
100
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Upgrades To | |
Dragon's Claws IV
Each shapeshift increases strength (up to three times per quest). |
120
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Ability 2
Burn Res +50%
Reduces susceptibility to burning by 50%. |
60 |
Upgrades To | |
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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
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Ability 3
Dragon Time +15%
Extends shapeshift time by 15%. |
80 |
Upgrades To | |
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Dragon Time +20%
Extends shapeshift time by 20%. |
100 |
Upgrades To | |
Dragon Time +25%
Extends shapeshift time by 25%. |
120
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Co-Abilities
HP +9%
Increases HP by 9%. Benefits your whole team. |
170 |
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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
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