Sword x Staff Progression Roadmap

Overview

Sword x Staff progression is split into three main phases: early game (Lv. 1–100), mid game (Lv. 100–120), and endgame (Lv. 120+). At level 100 you get a free full respec, which is the best time to optimize your class path. After level 100, progression becomes seasonal — season progress converts to permanent account bonuses.

Early game (Lv. 1–100)

Primary goals

• Push main quest aggressively to unlock new features and regions.
• Reach 100% map exploration in each region — activate Goddess Statues to clear fog and boost idle drop efficiency.
• Save skill tickets: Don't spend pulls on Tier 1 skills. Save for Tier 2+ skills available later.
• Farm basic gear from Normal/Hard dungeons — don't over-invest in early equipment.

What to skip early

• Don't waste stamina on optional map monsters.
• Don't chase perfect gear rolls — you'll replace everything.
• Don't spend premium currency on the standard banner — use the selector at 200 pulls.
• Don't reroll — the game gives hundreds of free pulls.

Regions to complete

The world of Kanstein spans four regions: Verdantglade → Cinder Ridge → Aqualis → Loong Haven. Your second class advancement unlocks at Cinder Ridge.

Level 100 — free respec opportunity

At level 100, you receive a free full respec. This is the optimal time to:

• Switch classes if your current path isn't working. Many players switch to Duelist here for the 4th promotion meta.
• Reallocate stats based on your final class choice.
• Reassign gems to match your new build direction.
• Plan your promotions: You'll unlock promotions 2–4 around this level range.

Mid game (Lv. 100–120)

• Unlock promotions 2–4: Your class evolves through multiple tiers (e.g., Warrior → Knight → Paladin → Guardian → Warden).
• Focus on core skills: Upgrade your main combo skills to max before spreading resources.
• Begin seasonal progression: After level 100, progression becomes seasonal. Complete season objectives for permanent account bonuses.
• Build elemental setups: Start preparing multiple elemental gear sets for 6-player raids.
• Relic completion: Aim for at least 50% relic completion in every region. Focus on your main element's set bonuses.

Endgame (Lv. 120+)

• 6-Player Raids: High-difficulty content with rotating elemental weaknesses. Requires coordinated parties and multiple elemental builds.
• High-difficulty dungeons: Farm for endgame gear and rare materials. Higher difficulty = better rewards but requires strong teams.
• Guild Wars: Competitive guild content. Essential for rare materials and ranking rewards.
• Core base traits: Max out your core character traits for permanent stat bonuses.
• Phantom Beast optimization: Gold-tier Phantom Beasts from special events for maximum combat support.

Seasonal progression system

After level 100, progression shifts to a seasonal model:

• Each season introduces new objectives and challenges.
• Season progress converts to permanent account bonuses — you keep spells, pets, and core progression across seasons.
• New skills and Phantom Beasts are added seasonally.
• Meta builds shift with new skill tiers and seasonal updates.

Class promotion chart

Promotions 2–3 unlock around Lv. 108–114. Promotion 4 unlocks at higher levels. Class change cooldown: 7 days.

FAQ

Related links

• Beginner Guide
• Classes
• Daily Routine
• Best Builds
• Gems Guide