Beginner's Guide: Getting Started in Arknights Endfield

## Welcome to Talos-II Arknights: Endfield is an open-world RPG with real-time combat set on the planet Talos-II. This guide covers the essential systems every new player should understand. ## Core Mechanics ### Combat System Endfield features real-time action combat with a party of up to 4 characters. You directly control one character while the AI manages the others. Key concepts: - **Elements**: There are 5 elements — Physical, Electric, Cryo, Heat, and Nature. Each has strengths and weaknesses against others. - **Roles**: Characters fill roles like Vanguard (frontline DPS), Striker (burst DPS), Defender (tank), Guard (melee support), Caster (ranged DPS), and Supporter (healer/buffer). - **Weapon Types**: Sword, Great Sword, Polearm, Handcannon, and Arts Unit each have distinct playstyles. ### Resource Management - **Originium**: Premium currency. Spend wisely on limited banners. - **T-Creds**: General currency for shops and upgrades. - **Combat Records**: Used to level up characters. ## Early-Game Priorities 1. **Complete the Main Story** through Chapter 3 to unlock all game systems. 2. **Build a balanced team** with at least one character from each role. 3. **Don't spread resources thin** — focus on 4-5 characters initially. 4. **Redeem all active codes** for free resources (check our Codes page). 5. **Join a guild** as soon as possible for daily rewards. ## Team Building Tips A solid beginner team should include: - 1 DPS (Vanguard or Striker) - 1 Sub-DPS (Caster or Striker) - 1 Tank (Defender or Guard) - 1 Support (Supporter) ## Daily Checklist - Complete daily commissions - Spend stamina on material farms - Check the shop for discounts - Do your daily pull if saving for a banner ## What to Avoid - Don't use Originium on standard banner pulls - Don't level all characters equally — focus your resources - Don't skip weapon upgrades — they matter as much as character levels - Don't ignore the base building system — it provides passive income