Starter Path

Beginner Weapon Tips and Survival Checklist for New Players

Q: Should I learn telegraphs before hard bosses?

Yes. Learn the first two telegraphs for each boss before attempting hard routes. Use the Telegraph Quiz to check yourself, then practice on Frost Warden.

Q: What is the best starter path for new players?

Equip the assault rifle beginner build, clear Frost Warden for positioning practice, add a shotgun secondary, then attempt Iron Colossus and Shadow Reaper.

Q: When should I switch from assault rifle to shotgun?

Keep the assault rifle as your baseline. Add the shotgun after Frost Warden when you need leap and kneel punish damage on Iron Colossus.

Q: What should I check before every boss fight?

Match armor resistances, upgrade your primary magazine, charge one heal and one utility, set armor-piercing ammo when needed, and confirm the first two telegraphs.

Difficulty: Easy Reading time Focus: Survival first

Beginner tips arena overview for new player survival and starter weapon loadouts

Why survival beats early DPS

Most new players lose clears by chasing damage before they can consistently dodge. Build habits that keep you alive for longer fight windows - then layer on optimized loadouts.

Core Habits

Watch telegraphs twice

Learn wind-ups before optimizing rotation.

Bring one utility

Stun, heal, or dash saves panic wipes.

Fix ammo economy

Extended mags reduce mid-phase deaths.

Recommended Starter Path

Equip the assault rifle beginner build.
Clear Frost Warden for positioning practice.
Add the shotgun secondary before harder bosses.
Attempt Iron Colossus, then Shadow Reaper.

Copyable Survival Checklist

Pre-fight checklist

Armor resistances match the boss damage type
Primary magazine is upgraded before entry
At least one heal and one utility charged
Ammo type set to armor-piercing when needed
You know the first two telegraphs by sight (test yourself)
Camera sensitivity feels comfortable while strafing

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Next step: Bookmark this page, then open the full guides library when you are ready for harder routes. Track wins on Progress or jot ideas in Notes.

Beginner FAQ

Should I learn telegraphs before hard bosses?

What is the best starter path for new players?

When should I switch from assault rifle to shotgun?

What should I check before every boss fight?