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Tristan Best Build and Skill Tree Guide

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Build and skill tree guide for Tristan in Sword of Convallaria (SoC). See the best gear (weapon/trinket/tarot), skin, tier, and review here!

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Tristan's Tier & Basic Info

Tristan
Rarity Legendary iconLegendary
Role Destroyer iconDestroyer
Faction Night Crimson iconNight Crimson
Aggression iconAggression
The Union iconThe Union

Movement Stats

MoveStandHigh JumpLow Jump
3Normal22

Tristan's Tier

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Review & How to Get

Review - Enters Berserk State Once Per Battle
How to Get - Obtain from Gacha (Summon)

Tristan Pros and Strength

Deal Immense Damage While Berserk

Tristan can go berserk at any time by triggering her [Crimson Fury] skill at the cost of reduced HP. While under the effects of the Berserk State, Tristan deals the most amount of damage amongst all characters.

Berserk State Details

Berserk State Details
1[Crimson Fury] Consumes 90% of current HP when activated, deals 50% damage to enemies within 2 squares, and enters Berserk State for 2 to 4 turns. (Changes depending on ★ level)
2Act Again after transitioning to Berserk State, the CD of all skills is reset and NRG is fully recovered. You can only transition to Berserk State once per battle.
3During Berserk State, Tristan is immune to Injured/Dying effects, as well as Disruption debuffs and Piercing DMG.
4Increases damage dealt by +25% and reduces Healing Received by -80%. Furthermore, depending on the number of ★s, increases crit rate and crit damage by 0-20%.
5Gains Unlimited Resolve and cannot be defeated for 1-2 turns, depending on Tristan's ★s.
6At 5★, gains the additional effects of CD-2 turns for non-instant skills and -1 NRG cost.

Max Damage Skill Rotation

[Fervent Headbutt]: 70% [Crimson Fury]: 50% Transition to Berserk State (CD Reset & Act Again) [Fervent Headbutt]: 70% [Furious Pursuit]: 180%

Total multipliers for 1 turn is 370% (including Berserk's 250% when in state) and can deal extremely high damage without support from allies.

Unkillable for a Certain Number of Turns

Sword of Convallaria - Unlimited Resolve

Once Tristan enters the Berserk State, she gains [Unlimited Resolve]. Similar to Alexei, this effect completely prevents Tristan from dying for 1-2 turns (dependent on ★s).

Use Matching Gear and Passive Skills

Because entering the Berserk State consumes 90% of Tristan's HP, you can reliably trigger the second passive effect of Brutal Axe and ignore a percentage of the target's DEF. Additionally, entering the Berserk State activates all of the effects of the [Blazing Blood] passive skill.

Make sure to leverage Tristan's ability to lower her HP by equipping matching gear and passive skills.

Negates Shields When Attacking

Tristan's [Crimson Fury] trait allows her to dispel shields from her target in addition to dealing increased damage. Do note that there exists shields that cannot be removed, so be sure to differentiate between the two types of shields before positioning Tristan aggressively.

Make Preparations for Berserk Window

While Tristan deals immense amounts of damage while in her Berserk State, she is not particularly outstanding in her normal state. Prepare the battlefield by applying buffs/debuffs to other characters while adjusting their positions to allow Tristan to fully utilize her Berserk window.

Star Level Up Priority & Recommended Stars for Tristan

Aim to Reach 4★ → 5★

Star Level Up PriorityRecommended Star Level
S Tier4★ → 5★

At 4-stars, [Unlimited Resolve] lasts for 2 turns, greatly improving Tristan’s overall usability—making it a key upgrade to aim for. The CD reduction and NRG cost decreases at 5-stars are nice bonuses, but can be somewhat covered by support from other characters or tactical skills, so only go for 5-star if you have the resources to spare.

Best Builds for Tristan

Standalone Build

Basic AttackReaction
Fatal AttackFatal AttackStreet StyleStreet Style
Skill
Furious PursuitFurious PursuitFervent LungeFervent LungeBlazing BloodBlazing Blood
WeaponTrinketTarot
Brutal AxeBrutal AxeOrigin HourglassOrigin HourglassHeirophantHeirophant's Laws

This build focuses on utilizing Tristan as a standalone attacker. Once you've entered Berserk State, use [Fervent Headbutt] and [Furious Pursuit] to deal massive damage. Gear included in the build specialize in dealing as much single-target damage as possible.

AoE Build

Basic AttackReaction
Fatal AttackFatal AttackStreet StyleStreet Style
Skill
One-Punch BurialOne-Punch BurialControlled DemolitionControlled DemolitionBlazing BloodBlazing Blood
WeaponTrinketTarot
Brutal AxeBrutal AxeOrigin HourglassOrigin HourglassDream of The MagicianDream of The Magician

This build emphasizes Tristan's AoE damage capabilities. Once you've entered Berserk State, use [One-Punch Burial] and [Controlled Demolition] to cause massive damage. By reducing the CD with 5-star traits and support from other characters, it is also possible to use [One-Punch Burial] again on a group of enemies already affected by Vulnerable II.

Adjust Skills Appropriately

If allies can inflict Vulnerable, or if you want to focus on consistent damage and agility over Piercing DMG, replace [Controlled Demolition] with [Explosive Luxite-Dust] or [Fervent Lunge].

Priority Skills

SkillBuild Priority and Details
Blazing BloodBlazing Blood★★★★★
A powerful passive that adds up to 50% of Magic Attack to Physical Attack, with the full effect easily reached during the [Berserk State]. Since it plays a key role in boosting Tristan’s offensive power, it should always be equipped.
Street StyleStreet Style★★★★★
A Reaction that reduces damage from [Strike Back], [Preempt] attacks, and melee damage. Not only does it offer significant damage reduction, but it also counterattacks when hit by Strike Back, making it a strong, general Reaction.
Fatal AttackFatal Attack★★★★★
While Tristan won't often use Basic Attacks, this attack pairs well with Tristan thanks to her Trait, which boosts Crit Damage and Crit Rate.
Furious PursuitFurious Pursuit★★★★
A Skill that deals high single-target damage at the cost of HP. When aiming to boost the effects of the "Brutal Axe" weapon and [Blazing Blood], the HP reduction can be seen as a benefit. Prioritize slotting this skill when focusing on single-target offense.
Fervent LungeFervent Lunge★★★★
An [Instant] skill moves, grants a buff, and immediately attacks—making it both easy to use and highly effective. Useful in both single-target and multi-target battles.
One-Punch BurialOne-Punch Burial★★★★
Deals damage to enemies within 2 tiles after a knockback. As an area attack, this has high damage potential and can be used every turn if you have a way to reduce cooldown. Be mindful—the warp-to-ally effect has both advantages and drawbacks.
Secondary Priorities
SkillPriority and Details
Explosive Luxite-DustExplosive Luxite-Dust★★★
An easy-to-use area attack Skill that covers a wide range and has no cooldown. It also applies a powerful [Lv2 Attribute Debuff], making it even more effective. A great choice when you need a reliable source of consistent damage.
Controlled DemolitionControlled Demolition★★★
When Tristan attacks, starts an action, or when an afflicted enemy is defeated, it deals Piercing DMG and applies a 20% increased damage taken debuff over a wide area. Since it’s Piercing DMG, the damage is essentially pure. Equip this when you want to inflict [Vulnerable II] across a large area.
Knockback PursuitKnockback Pursuit★★
Since the easy-to-use [Fervent Headbutt] also provides knockback, equip this only if you want two types of knockback or need a knockback option with 0 cooldown.
FamilyFamily★★
Assisting Cover can be tricky to use, since it may cause Tristan or an ally to take unexpected hits. However, the wide-area buffs—Attack Up and damage reduction—are powerful, making it worth equipping in situations where those effects would be especially useful.
Destructive StormDestructive Storm★★
Though its damage is low, this Skill applies damage and debuffs over a very wide area. In stages where controlling an area and applying debuffs is more important than raw damage, it’s definitely worth equipping.
Defense (Ranged Attack)Defense (Ranged Attack)
[Street Style] doesn’t work against Ranged Attacks, so equip this when need to reduce damage from Ranged attacks.
Sealing AttackSealing Attack
This debuff cannot be nullified, making it effective against enemies with troublesome passives. However, since you'd usually want another character to remove passives instead of Tristan—who focuses on offense—this skill has a lower priority.

Recommended Gear, Tarots, & Engravings

Recommended Weapons for Tristan

Brutal AxeBrutal AxeTuning HammerTuning HammerGale SwordGale Sword

The [Brutal Axe], which synergizes well with the HP-reducing [Berserk State], is the top recommendation. Other good choices include the [Tuning Hammer], which significantly boosts physical attack and can remove buffs, and the [Gale Sword], effective for prioritizing attacks after an [Act Again].

Recommended Trinkets for Tristan

Origin HourglassOrigin HourglassBlood Luxite AmuletBlood Luxite AmuletBerserk IncenseBerserk Incense

For Tristan, trinkets that boost her offensive power during her [Berserk State] are highly recommended. The [Origin Hourglass] enhances the effect of [Blazing Blood], the [Blood Luxite Amulet] increases her AoE attack damage, while the [Berserk Incense] is a great pre-battle option to boost both movement and damage dealt.

Recommended Tarots for Tristan

Hierophant's LawsHierophant's LawsDream of The MagicianDream of The MagicianTemptation of The DevilTemptation of The Devil

If you're building for single-target damage, equip [Hierophant]. For AoE-focused builds, go with [Magician]. Other strong choices include [Devil], which gives a big stat boost on stages with lots of enemies, and [Justice], which enhances your Critical rate for even more damage potential.

Recommended Engravings for Tristan

ResonanceEffect
Sword icon Sword
Cup icon Cup
When actively attacking, increases the DMG by 5% and grants 15% of [Life Steal].
Sword icon Sword
Wand icon Wand
Before actively attacking, for each 1 tile traversed, increases ATK and DEF by 4%, up to 12%. The effect lasts until the start of the next turn,
Wand icon Wand
Wand icon Wand
After using a [basic attack], [skill], [strike back], or [assisting attack], gains 1 random [Level 2 Attribute Buff].

Engrave [Sword + Cup] or [Sword + Wand], both of which include [Sword] to easily increase [Attack] and activate an Engraving Harmonies that boost [Damage Dealt]. [Wand + Wand] is also a strong option, especially when paired with [Instant] Skills like [Fervent Lunge] and [Controlled Demolition].

Life Steal Can Reduce Potency

While the healing from [Sword + Cup]’s [Life Steal] is excellent, but keep in mind that recovering HP can sometimes reduce the effectiveness of Skills like [Blazing Blood] and items like the [Blood Luxite Amulet].

Tristan Skill Unlock Priorities

Recommended Skill Set

* Tap a skill to view its details below.

FamilyFamilyRK11Destructive StormDestructive Storm
Sealing AttackSealing AttackRK9Fatal AttackFatal Attack
One-Punch BurialOne-Punch BurialRK7Controlled DemolitionControlled Demolition
Street StyleStreet StyleRK5Defense (Ranged Attack)Defense (Ranged Attack)
Fervent LungeFervent LungeRK3Blazing BloodBlazing Blood
Furious PursuitFurious PursuitRK1Knockback PursuitKnockback Pursuit

At RK3 take both Fervent Lunge and Blazing Blood. At RK7, One-Punch Burial is the preference between the two, but Controlled Demolition also has some use cases, so unlock Controlled Demolition when you can.

Skill Details

Furious PursuitFurious PursuitCost: 2
CD: 0
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 120% DMG. If the target isn't defeated, performs Pursuit at the cost of 20% of current HP and deals an additional 60% DMG.
Range
Knockback PursuitKnockback PursuitCost: 3
CD: 0
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 70% DMG. After attacking, performs Pursuit, dealing 70% DMG and knocking the target back by 2 tiles.
Range
Fervent LungeFervent LungeCost: 0
CD: 3
(Support) Instant Charges to a location within a 1-tile radius and gains △DMG II for 1 turn. After use, the skill switches to Fervent Headbutt for 2 turns.
Range
Blazing BloodBlazing BloodCost: -
CD: -
(Passive) When Healthy, adds 15% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When Injured, adds 25% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When possessing Berserk State, the effect is doubled.
Street StyleStreet StyleCost: -
CD: -
(Reaction) Melee DMG taken decreases by 20%. When being Preempted or Strike Back, performs Block and additionally reduces DMG taken by 50%. After being struck back, pursues, dealing 70% Physical DMG. This effect can be triggered up to 1 time per round.
Defense (Ranged Attack)Defense (Ranged Attack)Cost: -
CD: -
(Reaction) When hit by a ranged attack, the DMG taken is decreased by 25%.
One-Punch BurialOne-Punch BurialCost: 3
CD: 2
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 20% DMG, knocking the target back by 1 tile. Then deals 110% Fire AoE DMG to enemies within 2 tiles of the target range. If not in Berserk State, the character teleports to the side of the closest ally within 4 tiles after attacking.
Range
Controlled DemolitionControlled DemolitionCost: 2
CD: 3
(Debuff) Instant Inflicts Controlled Demolition on the target.
Range
Sealing AttackSealing AttackCost: -
CD: -
(Basic Attack) Deals 100% physical DMG and inflicts ✗ Passive Skills on Injured targets before attacking, lasting for 2 turns.
Range
Fatal AttackFatal AttackCost: -
CD: -
(Basic Attack) Fires a Curved Shot which deals 85% physical DMG and increases Crit DMG by 15%.
Range
FamilyFamilyCost: -
CD: -
(Passive) When Healthy, performs Assisting Cover for other allies within 2 tiles of the character. When Dying, causes other allies within 2 tiles of the character to assisting cover for the character. After either effect is triggered, all other allies within 3 tiles of the character gain △ATK II and DMG Reduction II for 2 turns, can be activated up to 1 time per round.
Destructive StormDestructive StormCost: 3
CD: 2
(Physical DMG) Deals 50% AoE DMG to all enemies within a 4-tile radius around the character and inflicts 2 random Level 2 Attribute Debuffs for 2 turns.
Range

Tristan's Trait & Skills

Tristan's Trait

Max Effect
Crimson Fury icon[Crimson Fury]
After casting Crimson Fury, triggers Unlimited Resolve, lasting until the start of the next 2 turns. Berserk State lasts for 4 turns, during which Crit and Crit DMG are increased by 20%, and non-Instant skills' CD is reduced by 2 turns, NRG cost is reduced by 1. Before attacking, if the target has Shield, the character's DMG is increased by 30% and dispels 6 shields from the target. When dealing AoE DMG, the physical DMG dealt is considered magical DMG. At the start of the battle, the character additionally processes Crimson Fury. When used, enters Berserk State. Can only be used up to 1 time per battle.
See Effects for 4 Stars or Less
Stars UnlockedEffect
4 star iconAfter casting Crimson Fury, triggers Unlimited Resolve, lasting until the start of the next 2 turns. Berserk State lasts for 3 turns, during which Crit and Crit DMG are increased by 20%. Before attacking, if the target has Shield, the character's DMG is increased by 30% and dispels 6 shields from the target. When dealing AoE DMG, the physical DMG dealt is considered magical DMG. At the start of the battle, the character additionally processes Crimson Fury. When used, enters Berserk State. Can only be used up to 1 time per battle.
3 star iconAfter casting Crimson Fury, triggers Unlimited Resolve, lasting until the start of the next turn. Berserk State lasts for 3 turns, during which Crit and Crit DMG are increased by 10%. Before attacking, if the target has Shield, the character's DMG is increased by 30% and dispels 6 shields from the target. When dealing AoE DMG, the physical DMG dealt is considered magical DMG. At the start of the battle, the character additionally processes Crimson Fury. When used, enters Berserk State. Can only be used up to 1 time per battle.
2 star iconAfter casting Crimson Fury, triggers Unlimited Resolve, lasting until the start of the next turn. Berserk State lasts for 2 turns, during which Crit and Crit DMG are increased by 10%. Before attacking, if the target has Shield, the character's DMG is increased by 30% and dispels 6 shields from the target. When dealing AoE DMG, the physical DMG dealt is considered magical DMG. At the start of the battle, the character additionally processes Crimson Fury. When used, enters Berserk State. Can only be used up to 1 time per battle.
1 star iconAfter casting Crimson Fury, triggers Unlimited Resolve, lasting until the start of the next turn. Berserk State lasts for 2 turns. Before attacking, if the target has Shield, the character's DMG is increased by 30% and dispels 6 shields from the target. When dealing AoE DMG, the physical DMG dealt is considered magical DMG. At the start of the battle, the character additionally processes Crimson Fury. When used, enters Berserk State. Can only be used up to 1 time per battle.

Tristan's Base Skills

SkillRange
SlashSlashRange
[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: -
(Basic Attack) Deals 100% Physical DMG.
Explosive Luxite-DustExplosive Luxite-DustRange
[Skill] Cost: 2 / CD: 0
(Physical DMG) Deals 85% DMG to all enemies within 2 tiles of the target and inflicts 1 random Level 2 Attribute Debuff, lasting for 2 turns.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK1

SkillRange
Furious PursuitFurious PursuitRange
[Skill] Cost: 2 / CD: 0
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 120% DMG. If the target isn't defeated, performs Pursuit at the cost of 20% of current HP and deals an additional 60% DMG.
Knockback PursuitKnockback PursuitRange
[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 0
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 70% DMG. After attacking, performs Pursuit, dealing 70% DMG and knocking the target back by 2 tiles.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK3

SkillRange
Fervent LungeFervent LungeRange
[Skill] Cost: 0 / CD: 3
(Support) Instant Charges to a location within a 1-tile radius and gains △DMG II for 1 turn. After use, the skill switches to Fervent Headbutt for 2 turns.
Blazing BloodBlazing Blood-
[Skill] Cost: - / CD: -
(Passive) When Healthy, adds 15% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When Injured, adds 25% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When possessing Berserk State, the effect is doubled.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK5

SkillRange
Street StyleStreet Style-
[Reaction] Cost: - / CD: -
(Reaction) Melee DMG taken decreases by 20%. When being Preempted or Strike Back, performs Block and additionally reduces DMG taken by 50%. After being struck back, pursues, dealing 70% Physical DMG. This effect can be triggered up to 1 time per round.
Defense (Ranged Attack)Defense (Ranged Attack)-
[Reaction] Cost: - / CD: -
(Reaction) When hit by a ranged attack, the DMG taken is decreased by 25%.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK7

SkillRange
One-Punch BurialOne-Punch BurialRange
[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 2
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 20% DMG, knocking the target back by 1 tile. Then deals 110% Fire AoE DMG to enemies within 2 tiles of the target range. If not in Berserk State, the character teleports to the side of the closest ally within 4 tiles after attacking.
Controlled DemolitionControlled DemolitionRange
[Skill] Cost: 2 / CD: 3
(Debuff) Instant Inflicts Controlled Demolition on the target.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK9

SkillRange
Sealing AttackSealing AttackRange
[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: -
(Basic Attack) Deals 100% physical DMG and inflicts ✗ Passive Skills on Injured targets before attacking, lasting for 2 turns.
Fatal AttackFatal AttackRange
[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: -
(Basic Attack) Fires a Curved Shot which deals 85% physical DMG and increases Crit DMG by 15%.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK11

SkillRange
FamilyFamily-
[Skill] Cost: - / CD: -
(Passive) When Healthy, performs Assisting Cover for other allies within 2 tiles of the character. When Dying, causes other allies within 2 tiles of the character to assisting cover for the character. After either effect is triggered, all other allies within 3 tiles of the character gain △ATK II and DMG Reduction II for 2 turns, can be activated up to 1 time per round.
Destructive StormDestructive StormRange
[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 2
(Physical DMG) Deals 50% AoE DMG to all enemies within a 4-tile radius around the character and inflicts 2 random Level 2 Attribute Debuffs for 2 turns.

Weapons That Tristan Can Equip

List of Weapons

Tristan's Voice Actor & Release Date

Tristan Voice Actor

VAJapanese VA: Seto Asami
Chinese VA: Chen Tingting
Korean VA: Park Iseo

Released on Friday, January 31

Tristan was released on Friday, January 31. Since the character is added to the standard banner, they can still be obtained even after the limited-time banner ends.

Tristan's Skin

InitialAscended
Tristan
Tristan Ascended

▲ Unlock Ascended Skin when character reaches Star Level 5.

The leader of the Wave Run gang, the Dockers, has moved between the front and back worlds, using trickery to rebuild his organization between the complex forces of the port.
Tristan is unconventional in his behavior and free-spirited, but he is extremely loyal to the members of his organization and regards them as a Family to whom he can entrust his life, and he does his best to keep the organization alive and the Family safe. This is the compassionate and loyal side of Tristan that lies beneath his rebellious exterior."

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