The World’s Greatest Sword: Dancing with the Wind and Tide, a New Chapter in Exquisite Swordsmanship
Beneath the vast expanse of sky and sea, an astonishing figure is about to emerge. She is Kathrya, the extraordinary guest who will make her grand debut in the upcoming version 2.4 of Tide’s Call. With her sword by her side and her graceful dance, her swordplay is as dazzling as a visual feast, inspiring awe and admiration.
This remarkable swordsman is no ordinary figure. With a base attack of 413 and a health pool exceeding 77, her innate abilities already make her a standout among swordsmen, drawing the attention of countless admirers.
Even more impressive is her weapon—the Ethereal Blade. This extraordinary sword holds unimaginable power. Whenever the player unleashes a special technique or a standard sword attack, the enemy’s defense is reduced by 80%, as if delivering a fatal blow. If the enemy is already afflicted with Anemo damage, the injury is further amplified, leaving opponents trembling in fear.
The most ingenious aspect lies in her unique sword shadow system. Kathrya’s attacks—be it basic attacks, heavy strikes, or resonance skills—each summon three distinct sword shadows: the Divine Right Shadow at the end of a basic attack, the Ethereal Blade Shadow during a heavy strike, and the Human Right Shadow through resonance skills. These shadows not only significantly enhance the damage of follow-up attacks but also grant unique buffs when Kathrya transforms into Florédlys. This design makes the combat rhythm as captivating as a melody, with each skill setting the stage for the next.
When it comes to her transformation into Florédlys, it is truly breathtaking. As resonance energy reaches its peak, Kathrya transforms into Florédlys, akin to a phoenix reborn, dealing an additional 60% Anemo damage. During this state, she can quietly accumulate determination. Once the determination gauge reaches 120, she unleashes the powerful Resonance Liberation skill, Tide’s Fury: The Howling Blade of the Storm, a spectacle of overwhelming force and damage.
What makes Florédlys unique is her ability to gain a 20% increase in critical damage for every 30 points of determination accumulated. Basic attacks, heavy strikes, and resonance skills all contribute to building determination, and she can even perform enhanced heavy strikes mid-air. This fluid and dynamic combat style, with nearly seamless skill chaining, is tailor-made for players who relish intricate gameplay.
The resonance chain design is equally impressive, enhancing both Kathrya’s damage output and the overall strength of the party. Key features include:
Crown of Destiny: The highest Anemo effect on an enemy is immediately synchronized with other enemies.
Wind and Tide’s Edge: Defeating an enemy with Anemo damage grants Intent, allowing the next attack to apply the same level of Anemo damage.
Dance of the Blade: During Resonance Liberation, the Anemo damage cap increases by three layers, and the next attack applies three layers of Anemo damage, immediately triggering damage calculation. Kathrya’s basic attacks and follow-up attacks deal significantly increased damage.
Tower of Suspension: Florédlys’s multi-hit attacks can apply Anemo damage, and Resonance Liberation damage is further enhanced.
Each element of Kathrya’s design is meticulously crafted, making her a formidable and captivating swordsman in the world of Tide’s Call.