First-cycle all-rounder

Immobilize Smash

A forgiving route that turns confirmed boss recovery into charged Smash damage.

01 · FIT

Where it fits

  • Learning new bosses
  • Short, safe punish windows
  • Players who prefer direct melee

02 · CORE

Core pieces

  • Smash Stance
  • Immobilize
  • Cloud Step
  • High critical chance gear

03 · LOOP

Combat loop

  1. Build focus with safe light strings.
  2. Wait for a full enemy recovery.
  3. Immobilize, charge heavy, then disengage.

04 · SWAPS

Swaps and adjustments

  • Use Spell Binder when a boss punishes spells.
  • Switch to Thrust Stance for longer spacing.
  • Take Fireproof Mantle or Wind Tamer when the encounter calls for it.
A build is a decision framework, not a single correct answer. Favor the stance and spells you can execute reliably.