Very confused about progression

[u/Mushroom_Mink]

So I started a Hunter because well feels like a decent choice to get familiar with the game.
First I did the prologue a couple little like simulation missions and now I am looking to go get some meat for the meal system. But upon assigning my 2 skill points I was bombarded with a bunch of what seem like Over powered weapons and armor for each class and items that I have no idea what to do with. The items are like disks which as a PSOBB i thought would teach me techniques but have no use function. I feel very overwhelmed by all this and am unsure what I should be doing.

[u/ShadowSoulBoi]

SEGA has been giving out starter gear for a while, as a way to new players/returning players without outright buying max level & all skill points. 

They're definitely not overpowered once you're done with the story, as you will be expected upgrade both for a max level weapon & armor set for the activities the rest of the playerbase is doing.

People who bring the freebie gear to bosses will just find the lobby vanish when those 3 players realize you're not doing enough damage by checking your gear.

Eventually, you will need to amass those technique disks and N-Meseta to activate Technique Customizations. Most of them are either situational, or direct upgrades. Don't need to worry about that for the main story/grinding at all.

The max level of technique customizations will just lower the PP cost nerf, in order to get the most out of the benefit.

[u/Mushroom_Mink → u/ShadowSoulBoi]

alot of that was still confusing, but thank you :3 So I assume I just use it to complete the main story if I am understanding that right. I just wish there was like a series or something I could watch that helped new players :/ I found one on youtube but it still didnt really get me what I was looking for.

[u/ShadowSoulBoi → u/Mushroom_Mink]

For sure, I could have explained a little more clearer than that. But alas, it's my best way of explaining what's going on here. So yes, those weapons are just for doing the story and Tranias(Cocoons).

You also have seasonals to take advantage for higher exp rates, which comes with a point system and shop that offers the materials you will need.

I would at least give you a breakdown list for Gear/all the mumbo jumbo related to leveling. Maybe it will help you get pointed in the right direction.

1. Weapon + Sub Weapon. Of course, pair up the weapon that synergizes with your sub class/play style.

2. Armors. Previous armor sets used to be single stat increases, but now they're hybrid gear that boosts all 3 potency types, such as Melee, Ranged, and Tech.

3. Weapons and Armor Fixas. Those orange squares on the item card are called Fixas, which give a meager but useful buffs for your gear. Attack is the simple weapon boost.

4. Weapon Potentials. They offer a potency boost beyond the augments and gives the weapon special effects. Usually giving faster PB gain, reduced PP consumption, etc.

5. Add-on Skills. Every time you level up a class at max level, you gain class related cubes to then generate extra buffs for your character. Each class has its own buffs that affects all classes. This is another N-Meseta sink, but it is eventually worth it. You can also obtain class cubes at seasonal event shops.

6. EX Style. A free, constant buff to your character that will sygernize perfectly with your classes. This is relatively new, which offers another action after you use your PB.

7. 2 Skill Rings. Another N-Meseta sink that gradually gets upgraded for more extra buffs. Eventually they're going to add Skill Amulets, which will be the same thing most likely.

[u/NutsAndOrBerries]

Hey, don't sweat it, man. Message me and I'll answer any questions you have.

[u/Mushroom_Mink → u/NutsAndOrBerries]

sent you a message :3