Monk

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Monk

Row 4 Class Monk Has Ultimate Mastery

 

 

Style
SpecialtyThe MC gains 20% more ATK from weapons of this type in your grid.
CCWClass Champion Weapon	Kanabo Ringed Armguards

Unlock Requirements
Luchador Lvl 20 Sage Lvl 20 CP ×4,000 Monk's Distinction ×20 Spirit's Gift of RobeClear the quest Successor to History Rewards Crystal ×50 - Clear Chapter 88 Quest: Successor to History.

ID	430301
NameJP	モンク
Release Date	2020-06-18
Other Sites	gbf-wiki (Japanese wiki)GameWithKamigame

A monastic warrior with mastery over body, capable of smashing boulders with fists.

Support SkillsDoes not work as a sub ally unless explicitly stated.
Icon	Name	Effect	Obtained
	Snap Punch	Upon using damage skills or charge attack: Raise Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 1 (Max: 10). (If MC is below 25% HP at the end of turn: Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl lowers by 5.)	Lvl 1
	Mantra	Based on Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl: Boost to attack specs and skill specs. Chance to deal 4-hit elemental damage to random foes at the end of turn.	Lvl 1
	Inner Self	Boost to DEF and debuff resistance based on Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl.	Master Lvl 20

Base Skills
Icon	Name	Effect	Cooldown	Duration	SubSubskill usable on other classes	Obtained
	Ascetic Stance	Gain Dodge/Tank-and-Counter (3 times)Counters upon dodging one-ally attacks or taking DMG Strength: 150%Duration: 2 turnsCounter attacks grant 5% charge bar per hit.. Raise Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 1. At level 30: Now raises Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 2.	5T	2T	No	Lvl 1

Extended Mastery Skills
Icon	Name	Effect	Cooldown	Duration	EMPCost in EMP
	True Strike	4-hit, 200% elemental damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~180,000 per hit~720,000 total) and remove 1 buff.	5T	-	35
	Unyielding Form	300% elemental damage to all foes (Damage cap: ~630,000). Gain Full Hostility100% chance to be targeted by one-ally attacks Duration: 2 turnsFull hostility has the same properties as Substitute, but has lower targeting priority than Substitute, 100% DEF UpDEF is boosted Strength: 100%Duration: 2 turns, and 100% Debuff Res. UpDebuff resistance is boosted Strength: 100%Duration: 2 turns.	6T	2T	40
	Rock Crusher	400% elemental damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~700,000). Gain 25% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 25%Duration: 4 turns, 100% / 30% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: 100% chance of taking 30% less damage.Duration: 4 turns, and 70% / 30% Critical Hit Rate UpAttacks made with elemental superiority have a chance to deal boosted DMG Strength: 70% chance of dealing 30% more damage.Duration: 4 turns.	7T	4T	30

Ultimate Mastery Skills
Icon	Name	Effect	Cooldown	Duration	MaterialsMaterials consumed to learn
	Mystic Restoration	Gain Mystic Restoration4-hit elemental DMG to a foe after normal attacks / At end of turn in which MC is almost knocked out: Consumes this effect to remove all debuffs and fully restore HP / Ends cooldown for damage skills / Instant C.A. standby (Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite and Undying (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP / Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite. (Can't be recast.)	-	-	Ultimacy's Dawn ×1 Monk's Distinction ×30
	Fervent Focus	Gain Fervent FocusTank-and-Counter effect (1 hit) / Hostility and DEF are boosted / Counterattack DMG is amplified / Restore all allies' HP when a foe uses a special attack / 1-turn cut to debuff durations (Can't be removed) Duration: 5 turns. (Can only be used when Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl is 5 or higher.)	7T	5T	Ultimacy's Star ×1 Monk's Distinction ×30
	Enlightened Fury	3-hit, 150% elemental damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~200,000 per hit). Gain Enlightened FuryMultiattack rate is boosted / Skill DMG dealt is supplemented / Increase Mantra's number of hits by 4 and chance to activate to 100% / Martial Prowess lvl rises by 1 when Mantra is activated (Can't be removed) Duration: 3 turns.	10T	3T	Ultimacy's Dewdrop ×1 Monk's Distinction ×30

Level Bonuses
Lvl 1 ATK +1000 Lvl 5 Skill DMG +15% Lvl 10 ATK +1000 Lvl 15 Skill DMG +15% Lvl 20 ATK +1000

Total Stat Bonuses These bonuses only apply to this class.		Completion Bonuses Unlocked at level 20. These bonuses are applied while as any class.
ATK +3000 Skill DMG +30%		Skill DMG Cap +3%

Master Level Bonuses Requirements to unlock Master Levels Clear Chapter 44 Story: On One's Honor Clear Azure Sky Passage Quest: Road to Mastery Reach lvl 20 on any Tier IV or EX II class
Lvl 1 - Lvl 16 ATK +500 Lvl 2 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 17 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 3 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 18 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 4 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 19 ATK +500 Lvl 5 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 20 New Support Skill Lvl 6 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 21 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 7 ATK +500 Lvl 22 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 8 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 23 ATK +500 Lvl 9 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 24 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 10 ATK +500 Lvl 25 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 11 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 26 ATK +500 Lvl 12 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 27 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 13 ATK +500 Lvl 28 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 14 Skill DMG Cap +1% Lvl 29 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 15 Debuff Resistance +2% Lvl 30 Upgrade Ascetic Stance

Total Stat Bonuses These bonuses only apply to this class.		Skill Bonuses
ATK +3500 Skill DMG Cap +10% Debuff Resistance +20%		New Support Skill: Inner Self Skill Upgrade:  Ascetic StanceGain Dodge/Tank-and-Counter (3 times)Counters upon dodging one-ally attacks or taking DMG Strength: 150%Duration: 2 turnsCounter attacks grant 5% charge bar per hit.. Raise Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 1. At level 30: Now raises Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 2.

Ultimate Mastery Level Bonuses These bonuses only apply to this class. Requirements to unlock Ultimate Mastery Clear Chapter 44 Story: On One's Honor Clear Azure Sky Passage Quest: Path to Ultimate Mastery 10 Row IV or EX II classesAt least 10 total in any combination have reached master level 30
Lvl 1 ATK +2500 Lvl 4 Triple attack rate +7% Lvl 2 HP +2500 Lvl 5 Skill DMG +12% Lvl 3 Debuff resistance +15% Lvl 6 Skill DMG Cap +5%

Gameplay Notes

Snap Punch

• Only skills with a red border are applicable. Other colors do not count even if they deal damage. Likewise, red border skills count even if they don't directly deal damage, though that only applies to Ascetic Stance.

Mantra

• Boosts attack specs and skill specs based on Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)
  level.
• Chance to deal 4-hit, 200% elemental damage to random foes at the end of turn (Damage cap: ~180,000 per hit~720,000 total).

Lvl	Status	ATK UpNormal modifier	DMG Cap Up	Skill DMG Up	Skill DMG Cap Up	Trigger Chance
1	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	10%	1%	10%	2%	10%
2	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	20%	2%	20%	4%	20%
3	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	30%	3%	30%	6%	30%
4	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	40%	4%	40%	8%	40%
5	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	50%	5%	50%	10%	50%
6	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	60%	6%	60%	12%	60%
7	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	70%	7%	70%	14%	70%
8	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	80%	8%	80%	16%	80%
9	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	90%	9%	90%	18%	90%
10	Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)	100%	10%	100%	20%	100%

Inner Self

• Boosts DEF by 3% and debuff resistance by 2% per Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)
  level (max 30% DEF and 20% debuff resistance at Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)
  level 10).

Mystic Restoration

• Mystic Restoration4-hit elemental DMG to a foe after normal attacks / At end of turn in which MC is almost knocked out: Consumes this effect to remove all debuffs and fully restore HP / Ends cooldown for damage skills / Instant C.A. standby (Can't be removed)
  grants the following effects:
  • 4-hit elemental damage (Damage cap: ~170,000 per hit) to a foe after normal attacks
  • When MC is below 25% HP at end of turn:
    • Consume Mystic Restoration4-hit elemental DMG to a foe after normal attacks / At end of turn in which MC is almost knocked out: Consumes this effect to remove all debuffs and fully restore HP / Ends cooldown for damage skills / Instant C.A. standby (Can't be removed)
      
    • Remove all debuffs and fully restore HP
    • End cooldown for all damage skills (red border)
    • Gain Instant ChargeInstantly sets Charge Bar to 100%
      Unaffected by Charge Bar Gain status effects.
      No effect when afflicted with Shorted debuffs or when Charge Bar is above 100%.

Fervent Focus

• Fervent FocusTank-and-Counter effect (1 hit) / Hostility and DEF are boosted / Counterattack DMG is amplified / Restore all allies' HP when a foe uses a special attack / 1-turn cut to debuff durations (Can't be removed)
  grants the following effects:
  • 400% Tank-and-Counter effect (1 hit)
  • Hostility Up
  • 150% DEF Up
  • Amplify counterattack damage by 50%
  • When a foe uses a special attack:
    • Restore all allies' HP (Healing cap: 1000)
    • 1-turn cut to debuff durations

Enlightened Fury

• Enlightened FuryMultiattack rate is boosted / Skill DMG dealt is supplemented / Increase Mantra's number of hits by 4 and chance to activate to 100% / Martial Prowess lvl rises by 1 when Mantra is activated (Can't be removed)
  grants the following effects:
  • 100% DA Up
  • 50% TA Up
  • Increases supplemental damage of skill damage by 50,000
  • Increases Mantra's number of hits by 4
  • Increases Mantra's chance to activate to 100%
  • Raise Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed)
    lvl by 1 when Mantra activates

Facsimile Compatibility

Icon	Skill	Copyable?
	Ascetic Stance	No
	True Strike	Yes
	Unyielding Form	Yes
	Rock Crusher	Yes
	Mystic Restoration	No
	Fervent Focus	No
	Enlightened Fury	No

Resources

• Reddit Class Discussion (2020-07-05)
• Reddit Class Discussion (2023-04-26) (post-Master Level Update)
• Reddit Class Discussion (2023-12-06) (post-Ultimate Mastery Update)

Assessment

This section contains subjective remarks about this class. Relevancy of information and recommended weapons can quickly change over time. Use substantial discretion before heavily investing resources.

Overview

Monk is a class focused on dealing skill damage and counterattacks. Pre Ultimate Mastery the class will take longer to reach full effectiveness. However, with Ultimate Mastery, the class delivers more reliable damage in the earlier turns, reaching its maximum potential much faster. Monk is commonly used for Full Auto setups and longer raids. Compared to other similar classes such as Manadiver, the damage it provides is much more centralized on MC.

Skill Overview

Class Skill

Skill	Priority	Comments
Ascetic StanceGain Dodge/Tank-and-Counter (3 times)Counters upon dodging one-ally attacks or taking DMG Strength: 150%Duration: 2 turnsCounter attacks grant 5% charge bar per hit.. Raise Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 1. At level 30: Now raises Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 2.	Default	Useful in ramping up Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) stacks.

Extended Mastery

Skill	Priority	Comments
True Strike4-hit, 200% elemental damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~180,000 per hit~720,000 total) and remove 1 buff.	Medium	A way to gain Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) alongside a Dispel.
Unyielding Form300% elemental damage to all foes (Damage cap: ~630,000). Gain Full Hostility100% chance to be targeted by one-ally attacks Duration: 2 turnsFull hostility has the same properties as Substitute, but has lower targeting priority than Substitute, 100% DEF UpDEF is boosted Strength: 100%Duration: 2 turns, and 100% Debuff Res. UpDebuff resistance is boosted Strength: 100%Duration: 2 turns.	Low	This is a situationally useful skill that redirects enemy attacks to MC.
Rock Crusher400% elemental damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~700,000). Gain 25% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 25%Duration: 4 turns, 100% / 30% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: 100% chance of taking 30% less damage.Duration: 4 turns, and 70% / 30% Critical Hit Rate UpAttacks made with elemental superiority have a chance to deal boosted DMG Strength: 70% chance of dealing 30% more damage.Duration: 4 turns.	Low	Provides MC with a few valuable buffs.

Ultimate Mastery

Skill	Priority	Comments
Mystic RestorationGain Mystic Restoration4-hit elemental DMG to a foe after normal attacks / At end of turn in which MC is almost knocked out: Consumes this effect to remove all debuffs and fully restore HP / Ends cooldown for damage skills / Instant C.A. standby (Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite and Undying (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP / Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite. (Can't be recast.)	High	Provides extra skill damage upon normal attacks. This skill further incentivizes staying above 25% HP, alongside the class's support skills.
Fervent FocusGain Fervent FocusTank-and-Counter effect (1 hit) / Hostility and DEF are boosted / Counterattack DMG is amplified / Restore all allies' HP when a foe uses a special attack / 1-turn cut to debuff durations (Can't be removed) Duration: 5 turns. (Can only be used when Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl is 5 or higher.)	Low	Provides Monk with a way to tank and provide sustain to the party. Generally more effective to bring other class skills that provide damage.
Enlightened Fury3-hit, 150% elemental damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~200,000 per hit). Gain Enlightened FuryMultiattack rate is boosted / Skill DMG dealt is supplemented / Increase Mantra's number of hits by 4 and chance to activate to 100% / Martial Prowess lvl rises by 1 when Mantra is activated (Can't be removed) Duration: 3 turns.	High	Allows Mantra to deal more damage and also reliably activate. This can be useful especially earlier on Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) stacks are lower.

Notable Main Weapon Options

Below is a curated list of weapons which work well as main weapons. This list is not exhaustive and does not include every useful option, instead specifically including weapons that have a charge attack effect or main weapon exclusive skills that synergize with how the class tends to be utilized.

Feel free to explore and experiment with weapons available to you.

For practical examples, refer to the Basic Grids or Advanced Grids pages, which showcase these weapons and others in action.

Class Champion Weapon Overview

Weapon	Info	Comments
Kanabo	Tenacious ThrashMassive Dark damage to a foe. 4-hit, 200% Bonus Dark damage (Damage cap: ~130,000 per hit~520,000 total).	Kanabo can be a competitive main weapon option if there are no decent alternatives. Its main appeal is that it increases the damage dealt by  MantraBased on Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl: Boost to attack specs and skill specs. Chance to deal 4-hit elemental damage to random foes at the end of turn. at the cost of a proper grid piece.
	Warrior Monk's NatureWhen main weapon: Boost to  Ascetic StanceGain Dodge/Tank-and-Counter (3 times)Counters upon dodging one-ally attacks or taking DMG Strength: 150%Duration: 2 turnsCounter attacks grant 5% charge bar per hit.. Raise Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 1. At level 30: Now raises Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl by 2.'s specs. (Counter upgraded to Dodge/Tank-and-Counter (5 times)Counters upon dodging one-ally attacks or taking DMG Strength: 150%Duration: 3 turnsCounter attacks grant 5% charge bar per hit. and duration increased to 3 turns.)
	Warrior Monk's ApexWhen main weapon: Boost number of hits dealt by Mantra from 4 to 6.

Weapon	Info	Comments
Ringed Armguards	Tenacious ThrashMassive Dark damage to a foe. Gain 30% DMG AbsorptionPartially absorbs DMG to recover HP Strength: 30%Duration: 2.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 2 turns remaining..	Ringed Armguards is not recommended as a main weapon. The weapon skills it provides are not enough for it to be a competitive option. Better alternatives are listed below.
	Enlightened Monk's NatureWhen main weapon: Boost Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl gain from Snap Punch by 1. Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) lvl lowers by 2 instead of 5 when MC is below 25% HP at end of turn.
	Enlightened Monk's ApexWhen main weapon: Inflict 7% ATK Down (Stackable / Max: 30%)ATK is lowered (Stackable) Strength: 7% (Max: 30%)Base Accuracy: 80%Duration: 180 seconds and 7% DEF Down (Stackable / Max: 30%)DEF is lowered (Stackable) Strength: 7% (Max: 30%)Base Accuracy: 80% on all foes when damage is dealt by Mantra.

Farmable Options

Weapon	Element	Source	Charge Attack	Comments
Kiss of The Devil	01	Treasure Trade: New World Foundation Weapons	HellfireMassive Fire damage to a foe. Gain 50% Skill DMG Cap UpMaximum amount of skill DMG that can be dealt per hit is boosted Strength: 50%Duration: 1.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining. and 200% Skill DMG UpSkill DMG is boosted Strength: 200%Duration: 1.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining.. After 4★: Effect increased to 60% Skill DMG Cap UpMaximum amount of skill DMG that can be dealt per hit is boosted Strength: 60%Duration: 1.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining. and 250% Skill DMG UpSkill DMG is boosted Strength: 250%Duration: 1.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining.. After 5★: Effect increased to 70% Skill DMG Cap UpMaximum amount of skill DMG that can be dealt per hit is boosted Strength: 70%Duration: 1.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining. and 300% Skill DMG UpSkill DMG is boosted Strength: 300%Duration: 1.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining..	The supplemental damage supplied by the weapon stacks with other commonly used sources up to a shared cap, which can make this weapon awkward to use. See Supplemental Damage for more info.
Dark Opus (Water)	02	Treasure Trade: Dark Opus Weapons	Apocalyptic GlacierMassive Water damage to a foe. / All allies gain Deluge CrestWater magic is amplified (Max: 5 / Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite. Additional effect based on the pendulum.	Provides additional sustain on C.A. when equipped with Pendulum of StrengthOn charge attack: Restore all allies' HP (Healing cap: 1500). or Chain of RestorationOn charge attack: All allies gain RefreshHP is restored on every turn Strength: 10% of max HP (Healing cap: 1500)Duration: 2.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 2 turns remaining.. which can be useful in maintaining Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) stacks. Other Pendulums or Chains provide different effects on C.A. See #Guiding Gospel for more info.
Wand of Charmtide	02	Weapon Series: Seraphic Weapons	Tide's EmbraceMassive Water damage to a foe. All allies gain 20% Water ATK UpWater ATK is boosted Strength: 20%Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining. and 20% Fire DMG LoweredFire DMG is lowered Strength: 20%Duration: 3.5 turnsFire DEF Up. Not a Damage Cut. Reduces Fire damage taken on a multiplier separate from Damage Cuts.Applied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining..	An accessible option if lacking other better weapons.
Gauntlet of Proudearth	03	Weapon Series: Seraphic Weapons	Uriel BomberMassive Earth damage to a foe. All allies gain 20% Earth ATK UpEarth ATK is boosted Strength: 20%Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining. and 20% Water DMG LoweredWater DMG is lowered Strength: 20%Duration: 3.5 turnsWater DEF Up. Not a Damage Cut. Reduces Water damage taken on a multiplier separate from Damage Cuts.Applied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining..	An accessible option if lacking other better weapons.
Yggdrasil's Bough	03	Treasure Trade: Astral Weapons	Axis GardenMassive Earth damage to a foe. All allies gain Shield (2000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: 2.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 2 turns remaining.. After 4★: All allies also gain StrengthATK is greatly boosted based on how high HP is Strength: 30%-10%Duration: 2.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 2 turns remaining..	At 4★, provides additional skill damage cap when equipped as a main weapon. This skill damage cap does not stack with β Pendulum or Gauph Key β. Provides teamwide StrengthATK is greatly boosted based on how high HP is Duration: 2.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 2 turns remaining. and Shield (2000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: 2.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 2 turns remaining. on C.A which can be useful in maintaining Martial ProwessAttack specs and skill specs are boosted based on Martial Prowess lvl / Chance to deal 4-hit elemental DMG to random foes at end of turn (Max: 10 / Can't be removed) stacks.
Exo Aristarchus	05	Event: Exo Corow Crucible	Heliacal BlazeMassive Light damage to a foe. Gain Lethal Attack Dodged (25% HP / 1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG if HP is 25% or higher (Leaves 1 HP) Duration: Indefinite. After 4★: 1-turn cut to MC's damage skill cooldowns.	Attack Awakening is preferred for main weapon purposes due to its strong stat boosts and passive buffs. Its second weapon skill synergizes extremely well with Monk's identity.

Premium Draw Options

	WARNING! Players should not uncap weapons in this list using Damascus Ingots, Gold Bricks or duplicates until they reach a point in their progression to fully understand their value.

Weapon	Element	Source	Charge Attack	Comments
Phoenix's Torch	01	Flash Gala	Falling Fiery FeathersMassive Fire damage to a foe. 1-turn cut to MC's skill cooldowns. After 4★: All Fire allies also gain Mirror Image (1 time)Next one-to-one attack received will be ineffective (Effect removed on next all-foe all-ally attack) Duration: Indefinite.	The premier weapon for Fire staff-proficient MCs. Deals additional skill damage and provides sustain when used as main weapon.

Gold Moon Options

	WARNING! Weapons in this section require a significant Gold Moon investment. The player should be absolutely positive before making the purchase.

Weapon	Element	Source	Charge Attack	Comments
Golden Fists of Ura	05	Trade Moons: Gold Moon ×150	Ura's WardUnworldly Light damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~2,550,000). Gain SubstituteReceives foe attack in place of an ally (Excludes all-foe all-ally attacks) Duration: 0.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 0 turns remaining.Verification needed. until end of turn. After 4★: Also gain ?% / 80% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: ?% chance of taking 80% less damage.Duration: 0.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 0 turns remaining..	Provides MC with strong counterattacks. Amplifies normal attack damage done by the party. Can be used for longer content such as Super Ultimate Bahamut but faces tough competition from Luchador or Runeslayer.
Zosimos	06	Trade Moons: Gold Moon ×150	Visions of ZosimosUnworldly Dark damage to a foe. 1-turn cut to MC's skill cooldowns. After 4★: Deal Bonus Dark damage based on number of Oblivion CrestDark magic is amplified (Max: 5 / Can't be removed) (Max: 5 hits).	Provides MC with additional skill damage activations and buffs based on number of Oblivion CrestDark magic is amplified (Max: 5 / Can't be removed) . Overall, faces tough competion from Manadiver which deals more reliable skill damage as well as providing faster crest generation.