Alright, fellow Proxies, let's talk about the absolute powerhouse arriving in version 2.5. I've been diving deep into the data, and I'm here to tell you that Ye Shunguang isn't just another S-Rank Attacker; she's a symphony of steel and strategy waiting for a conductor. Her entire kit is built around a beautiful, deadly dance between her normal state and her empowered Sword Stance. Think of it less like switching modes and more like a master swordsman sheathing one blade to draw another, more lethal one. The moment you unleash her Ultimate or her Entry Skill, the battlefield transforms. You enter the Sword Stance, gain 4 precious points of Sword Will, and activate the Ether Veil: Evil Slayer. For the next 12 seconds, you're not just playing a character; you're conducting a storm of blades.

🔪 The Heart of the Storm: Sword Stance & Core Mechanics

This is where the magic happens. While in Sword Stance, every single one of Ye Shunguang's attacks gets a massive upgrade. But it's not just about bigger numbers—it's about a new layer of resource management. Your basic attacks now generate stacks of Sky Force. These stacks are your ammunition for her most devastating moves. Using skills like Basic Attack: Sword Stance – Earth Style Third Form will consume all your stored Sky Force, with each stack boosting the skill's damage by a whopping 10%, up to 4 stacks. Managing your combos to build and spend these stacks efficiently is the key to maximizing her damage output.

Meanwhile, the Ether Veil: Evil Slayer field you create is a game-changer. It disables enemy Stun Vulnerability and replaces it with Veil Vulnerability. This essentially forces all enemies to take increased damage on your terms. It’s like turning the entire arena into your personal anvil, with every strike landing with the weight of a falling star. Furthermore, her purification efficiency against those pesky Miasmic Shields is increased by 30%, making her a fantastic counter-pick in certain endgame content.

⚔️ Breaking Down the Blade-Work: Attacks & Combos

Let's get into the nitty-gritty. Ye Shunguang's moveset is deep, so I've broken down the essentials.

The Foundation – Normal State Attacks:

• Normal Basic Attack: A straightforward 4-hit slash combo. The 4th hit is crucial—it recalls all swords on the field and deploys 6 new ones. This is your primary sword-generating tool.

• Hold Basic Attack: Unleashes rapid Sword Auras by consuming Sword Will. This is your sustained damage option and has a fantastic self-buff: hitting enemies increases your CRIT Rate by 2% for 40s, stacking up to 5 times. Spam this to cap your crit rate quickly!

• Special Attack (Press/Hold): This is your mobility and resource engine. If swords are on the field, you can step on them to launch a swift attack, collecting all swords and converting them into Sword Will. The Hold version leaves 2 swords behind, while the EX version (with enough energy) leaves 5. Managing your sword placement and collection is as intricate as a spider weaving its web, and just as effective at trapping your prey.

The Crescendo – Sword Stance Attacks:

This is where her playstyle truly sings. Your basic attacks change completely based on whether you're on the ground or in the air, each path building Sky Force.

• Ground Combo (Heaven Style): Two slashes followed by a powerful third form that can be quick-launched with an EX Attack. If you have Sword Will, this becomes a massive area slash.

• Aerial Combo (Earth Style): Two downward slashes leading into a plunging third form. Again, spending Sword Will here unleashes a devastating area attack.

Defense & Utility – More Than Just Damage:

Don't sleep on her defensive tools; they enable her aggressive style.

• Dodge & Counter: Her normal dodge is standard, but in Sword Stance, a Perfect Dodge lets you instantly counter with Basic Attack: Sword Stance – Earth. Her Special Dash Attack in Sword Stance is a backward slash that, on Perfect Dodge, unlocks the powerful Earth Secret Art.

• Defensive Assist: A classic parry that deals massive Daze. Invulnerability frames on these moves are your best friend.

💥 The Grand Finales: Ultimate & Chain Attacks

Her Ultimate is your ticket to the main event. It summons a Sword Sanctuary, deals massive damage, and activates everything: Sword Stance, Ether Veil, and grants 4 Sword Will. If you're already in Sword Stance, her Ultimate changes to summon a giant sword for another huge hit before exiting the stance. Both versions make her invulnerable during the cast.

Her Chain Attacks are your big, screen-clearing buttons. They deal massive Physical DMG in a large area and, you guessed it, come with full invulnerability. Using them in Sword Stance doesn't change the function but ensures you're capitalizing on the Veil Vulnerability debuff on enemies.

🧩 Synergy & Team Building

Her Additional Ability reveals smart team synergy. If you have a Support or Defense character in your squad, she gains the Ready to Strike effect whenever an ally's Ether Veil or an enemy's Miasmic Field is active. The next time she enters the field, she consumes this effect to automatically unleash her Entry Skill, jumping straight into Sword Stance. This makes her an incredible switch-in damage dealer, hitting the ground running like a coiled spring finally released.

Recommended Team Role: Main DPS / Burst Switch-In.

Key Stats to Prioritize:

Stat Priority	Reason
CRIT Rate/DMG	Amplifies all her high-multiplier hits.
Physical DMG %	Her primary damage type.
ATK %	The foundation for her scaling.
Energy Regen	For more frequent Ultimates and EX Specials.

🗓️ Final Thoughts & Availability

Mastering Ye Shunguang is about rhythm. It's a cycle of: generating swords, collecting them for Sword Will, entering Sword Stance to build Sky Force, and spending it all on earth-shattering third-form attacks—all while the Ether Veil weakens your foes. She has a high skill ceiling but offers unparalleled control and burst potential for those willing to learn her tempo.

As of 2026, she remains a cornerstone of Physical damage teams since her debut in the Version 2.5 update. If you're looking for a character that rewards precise execution with spectacular results, the Void Hunter is an investment that will pay dividends on any challenging content the future of New Eridu throws at us. Just remember, in her hands, a sword is never just a sword; it's the conductor's baton in an orchestra of destruction. 🎻⚔️