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Very early game
Get a reliable first farming setupRecommended picks
Katana, Cursed Fist
Prioritize easy access, M1 attacks, and simple execution. A basic M1-friendly option is better than waiting for a rare endgame power.
Progression route
Beginner's Guide
A practical route for new Battle Piece players: redeem codes first, use reliable starter tools, move into safe farming, then chase endgame powers only after your grind is stable.
Quick start checklist
1
Redeem every active code before a long grind session.
2
Use an easy starter with M1, such as Katana or Cursed Fist if available.
3
Move into Directional Arrows when you want safer ranged farming.
4
Claim Sun Treasure if the reward route is active in your version.
5
Upgrade into Platinum Soul, Time Soul, Vital Art, or Ice once starter damage slows down.
6
Treat Ancient Lightning and Vessel as late/endgame goals, not first-day requirements.
Recommended progression route
2
Early farming
Farm safely and reduce deathsRecommended picks
Directional Arrows
Community progression notes rate it highly because long range lets beginners farm from safer positions even though it does not have M1.
3
Beginner reward path
Claim practical reward-track upgradesRecommended picks
Sun Treasure if available
If the current reward route is active, Sun Treasure offers good beginner value through damage, M1 utility, and easy access.
4
Mid game
Replace starter tools with stronger kitsRecommended picks
Platinum Soul, Time Soul, Vital Art, Ice
At this point, better skill kits, stuns, and hitbox quality matter more than simply using the easiest starter gear.
5
Late game
Start targeting advanced power grindsRecommended picks
Luck / Hakari-inspired builds
Skill-heavy late-game options can be strong, but they are less beginner-friendly and usually make more sense after your leveling route is stable.
6
Endgame
Pick your main long-term chaseRecommended picks
Ancient Lightning → Vessel
Ancient Lightning is a realistic first endgame target; Vessel has the higher ceiling but is better treated as a final grind goal.
Why not chase the strongest power first?
In progression, “best” means “helps you level from where you are now.” Vessel may be stronger at the end, but it is a poor first target if you cannot unlock it quickly. Early on, prioritize easy access, M1, safe range, and reliable hitboxes. This gets you farming faster and makes every later chase easier.
A good rule: if a power makes you miss often, wait on cooldowns with no M1, or spend too long unlocking it, it may be worse for your current stage than a simpler option.
Progression principles
Redeem codes before grinding
Use EXP boosts and reroll resources before a long session instead of after you have already farmed.
M1 matters early
Basic attacks keep you active while skills are on cooldown, so M1-friendly choices are easier for new players.
Range is safety
Long-range powers can be stronger for beginners than harder melee kits because they reduce deaths and missed attacks.
Do not over-chase endgame first
A rare power with better late-game damage can still be the wrong first target if it slows your early leveling.
Replace weak fillers quickly
Easy options like Hollow Voice, Hunter Set, Elf Dagger, or Assassin Axe may be fine to test, but do not build your whole route around them.
Verify current-version unlocks
Battle Piece is an active alpha, so reward tracks, trainers, and unlock costs may change.
Kashimo vs Sukuna: which endgame target first?
| Target | Main strength | Main weakness | Best timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Lightning | Strong damage and excellent cooldown feel | Still time-consuming compared with beginner picks | First endgame chase |
| Vessel | Higher damage ceiling and final-goal value | Harder and slower to obtain | Final endgame grind |
Community progression notes favor Ancient Lightning as the more realistic first endgame target, while Vessel remains the high-ceiling goal once you are ready for the harder grind.
Source confidence
This guide uses community progression recommendations as practical player advice. It avoids exact damage numbers, drop rates, trainer names, and zone brackets unless they are verified for the current alpha. Always check in-game if an update changes a reward track or unlock path.
Frequently Asked
What should I do first as a new Battle Piece player?
Redeem active codes, choose an easy M1-friendly starter like Katana or Cursed Fist if available, then move into a safer farming option such as Directional Arrows instead of chasing the hardest endgame power immediately.
Should beginners chase Sukuna / Vessel first?
No. Vessel is a strong endgame goal, but beginners usually progress faster by using reliable starter and farming picks first, then chasing Ancient Lightning and Vessel later.
Is Directional Arrows good for progression?
Yes. It is one of the best safe-farming recommendations because its range helps new players avoid close-range mistakes. Its main tradeoff is the lack of M1 and average cooldown.
Which powers or weapons should I avoid early?
Hollow Voice is the clearest skip for progression because it lacks M1 and has limited skill uptime. Hunter Set, Elf Dagger, and Assassin Axe are better treated as temporary fillers.