Best Characters for the Designation Selection Permit

This guide covers the best characters for the Designation Selection Permit in Arknights: Endfield. Includes best 6-star picks, how to use the selection permit, and selection tips.

Best Characters for Selection Permit

Character Recommendations

Character	Recommendation Rating
Pogranichnik	Recommendation: ★★★★★ - A powerful Physical supporter who can Recover SP - Increases Battle Skill uptime to bring out allies' firepower - Good for beginners who don't have many characters
Lifeng	Recommendation: ★★★★☆ - Main attacker for a Physical team - Consumes Link to deal damage - Best for players who want to build a Physical-focused team
Last Rite	Recommendation: ★★★★☆ - Main DPS for a Cryo team - Her Ultimate grants invincibility, making it highly effective in high-difficulty content - Team building is somewhat difficult, making her suitable for advanced players
Ember	Recommendation: ★★★☆☆ - A supporter who increases allies' survivability - Enhances defense by providing Shields and healing - Recommended for users worried about survivability
Ardelia	Recommendation: ★★☆☆☆ - Obtainable from the 3rd day login bonus - A versatile supporter with healing and debuffs - P1 makes her debuff effect even stronger - Boosts the damage of attackers

Pogranichnik is the top pick for the Designation Selection Permit, thanks to his SP recovery skill that enhances overall team performance. Lifeng is a strong Physical DPS option, while Last Rite excels as a Cryo attacker in high-difficulty content.

Use After New Horizons Headhunting Ends

New Horizons Headhunting is a beginner banner that uses "New Horizons 10x HH Permits" obtained through Main Mission progression. A permanent 6★ character is guaranteed within 40 pulls, so complete your pulls before selecting a character to exchange.

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Chartered Headhunting Characters Not Selectable

Characters exclusive to Chartered Headhunting, such as Laevatain, Yvonne, and Gilberta, cannot be selected. The Designation Selection Permit can only be used on characters available in the Permanent Basic Headhunting pool.

Strengths of Selection Permit Characters

Pogranichnik Boosts Overall Team DPS

Pogranichnik is a Physical support specializing in SP recovery. His Recover SP ability increases Battle Skill uptime, significantly improving overall team damage. Physical teams are flexible and easy to build, making him a strong pick if your roster is limited.

Pogranichnik Best Builds and Teams

Synergizes with Vulnerable Stacks

He consumes Vulnerable with his Battle Skill to trigger a Combo Skill and recover SP, making him highly compatible with characters who apply Vulnerable through Lift or Knock Down. Pair him with Chen or Lifeng for optimal synergy.

P1 Adds an SP Refund Effect

Pogranichnik’s P1 Potential is highly valuable, refunding SP when his Battle Skill hits multiple enemies. If he is part of your core team, investing in his Potential is recommended.

Lifeng's Link Ultimate is Powerful

Lifeng is a Physical DPS who consumes his unique Link state to deal high damage. He is a strong addition to Physical-focused teams, making him a recommended pick for players building around characters like Endministrator or Chen.

Lifeng Best Builds and Teams

Team Up with Physical Status Characters

Lifeng’s Battle Skill applies Physical Susceptibility to enemies not in a Vulnerable state. Pair him with Physical status units that inflict Crush or Breach, then use his Battle Skill after Vulnerable has been consumed for optimal damage.

P1 Increases Damage Support Capability

Lifeng’s P1 Potential significantly enhances the effect of Physical Susceptibility and eases its application conditions, improving consistency. If he is a core member of your team, investing in his Potential is recommended.

Last Rite Features a Unique Playstyle

Last Rite is a Cryo DPS notable for her invincibility during her Ultimate and her ability to grant a Cryo buff to the active character. She requires careful team building and execution, making her best suited for players developing a Cryo team or experienced players comfortable with action-oriented gameplay.

Last Rite Best Builds and Teams

Only Her Own Attacks Charge Her Ultimate

Last Rite has a powerful, high-damage Ultimate that grants invincibility, but her Ultimate can only be charged through her own attacks. This limitation significantly shapes her playstyle.

P4 Increases Ultimate Uptime

Last Rite’s P4 Potential is particularly strong, as it reduces the charge requirement for her Ultimate. The exchange only grants up to P1, but if you plan to use her long-term, investing in additional Potentials is recommended.

Ember Increases Allies' Survivability

Ember is a support unit who provides healing and Shields to allies. Her strong defensive utility allows the team to safely absorb a few hits, making her a solid choice for players less experienced with action-oriented gameplay.

Ember Best Builds and Teams

Brute Force is Possible in Low-Difficulty Content

By leveraging the healing from her Combo Skill and the Shield from her Ultimate, you can maintain higher Combo Skill uptime by deliberately absorbing low-damage attacks instead of dodging.

No Need to Raise Her Potential

Ember performs well at P0, offering strong durability without additional investment. There is no urgent need to raise her Potential, so if you already own her, consider selecting a different character for the designation selection.

Ardelia's Potentials Offer Strong Versatility

Ardelia is a strong support who provides healing through her Talent and inflicts Weaken via Susceptibility. As a free character available to all players, her impactful Potential upgrades make her a worthwhile selection choice. She is recommended for players looking to strengthen their existing teams.

Ardelia Best Builds and Teams

Note!	Ardelia can be obtained on Day 3 of the 'Awakening Sign-In' beginner login bonus.

Every Potential Upgrade Is High Value

All of Ardelia’s Potential upgrades are impactful, strengthening her debuffs and improving her healing output. Her Physical and Arts debuffs offer excellent versatility, ensuring long-term value and making her a strong candidate for Potential investment.

How to Use the Designation Selection Permit

Claim the Selection Permit from Your Mailbox

You have received an item from Fiona in your mailbox. Claim it by accessing the Mail icon located at the top-left of the Menu.

Use the Selection Permit from Menu → Valuable Stash

After opening 'Valuable Stash', select the rightmost tab, choose the 'Designation Selection' Permit, and then tap 'Use'.

Select the Character You Want to Claim

The available characters for selection will be displayed. Select the one you want and complete the claim. Your pick cannot be changed later, so choose carefully.

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