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Gacha System: Pity and Rates — Tower of Fantasy Guide

Understand Tower of Fantasy's Special Order system, detailing Pity, Spark, and Simulacra drop rates for efficient weapon acquisition.

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Gacha System: Pity and Rates

Understanding Tower of Fantasy's gacha system, often referred to as the "Special Order" system, is crucial for efficient resource management and acquiring your desired Simulacra and weapons. This detailed guide breaks down the mechanics of Pity, Spark, and drop rates across various banner types.

I. Understanding Currencies and Banners

Before diving into the mechanics, familiarize yourself with the primary gacha currencies and banner types:

  • Dark Crystals: The premium currency, convertible into various gacha currencies. Acquired through exploration, achievements, events, and real-money purchases.
  • Nucleus Types: These are the direct "pull" currencies.
    • Gold Nucleus: Used for the Standard Banner (Choice Weapons).
    • Red Nucleus: Used for Limited Banners (Rebirth of Aida, etc.), featuring new or returning Simulacra.
    • Black Nucleus: Used for the Black Nucleus Banner, offering lower-tier rewards but no pity system.
    • Special Vouchers: Used for specific event banners, often for cosmetics or unique items.
  • Flame Gold / Black Gold / Base Chips: These are "Spark" currencies, obtained alongside each pull on their respective banners. They are vital for guaranteed acquisitions.

II. Pity System Explained

The Pity System guarantees a high-rarity item after a certain number of pulls. This prevents endless pulling without reward.

A. Standard Banner (Gold Nucleus)

This banner features a rotating selection of standard SSR Simulacra and weapons. It uses Gold Nucleus.

  • SSR Pity: Guaranteed SSR Simulacrum/Weapon every 80 pulls. This pity carries over between Standard Banner rotations.
  • SR Pity: Guaranteed SR Simulacrum/Weapon every 10 pulls. This pity also carries over.
  • Spark System (Black Gold):
    • Each pull grants 1 Black Gold.
    • At 120 Black Gold, you can exchange it in the Shop under the "Weapon Store" tab for any non-limited SSR weapon available on the Standard Banner. This is a guaranteed way to get a specific weapon.
    • Strategy: Save Black Gold for specific weapon advancements (stars) or to acquire a missing SSR that complements your team composition.
  • Rates:
    • SSR: 0.75% (Base) + 2% (Soft Pity)
    • SR: 3%
    • R: 93.25%
B. Limited Banners (Red Nucleus)

These banners introduce new, powerful Simulacra and their signature weapons, or rerun popular ones. They use Red Nucleus.

  • SSR Pity: Guaranteed SSR Simulacrum/Weapon every 80 pulls. This pity carries over between different Limited Banners, which is a significant player-friendly feature.
  • SR Pity: Guaranteed SR Simulacrum/Weapon every 10 pulls. This pity also carries over.
  • Spark System (Flame Gold):
    • Each pull grants 1 Flame Gold.
    • At 120 Flame Gold, you can exchange it in the Shop under the "Limited Store" tab for the featured SSR Simulacrum/Weapon. This is the most reliable way to acquire a specific limited character.
    • Important: Unlike Black Gold, Flame Gold does NOT carry over to the next Limited Banner. Any unspent Flame Gold is converted into Black Gold at a 1:1 ratio once the banner ends. Plan your pulls carefully to reach 120 Flame Gold if you intend to use the Spark system.
  • Rates:
    • Featured SSR: 0.75% (Base) + 2% (Soft Pity)
    • Other SSR: 0.75% (Base) + 2% (Soft Pity) - Note: The 50/50 rule applies here. If you hit pity and don't get the featured SSR, the next SSR is guaranteed to be the featured one.
    • SR: 3%
    • R: 93.25%
C. Black Nucleus Banner

This banner uses Black Nucleus, which is abundant through exploration and daily activities.

  • No Pity System: There is no guaranteed SSR or SR pull on this banner.
  • No Spark System: No special currency is generated for exchanges.
  • Rates: Extremely low for SSRs, primarily used for acquiring R and SR weapons/matrices for advancement materials.
  • Strategy: Pull on this banner whenever you have Black Nucleus. Treat any SSR as a bonus, but don't rely on it for specific acquisitions.

III. Actionable Strategies for Gacha Management

  1. Prioritize Limited Banners: New Simulacra are often meta-defining. Focus your Red Nucleus here.
  2. Save for 120 Spark: For Limited Banners, always aim to have enough Red Nucleus (or Dark Crystals to convert) for 120 pulls (120 Flame Gold) if you absolutely want the featured character. This guarantees the acquisition.
  3. Understand the 50/50: On Limited Banners, if your first SSR from pity isn't the featured one, your next SSR is guaranteed to be the featured character. Factor this into your pull strategy.
  4. Standard Banner Patience: Only use Gold Nucleus on the Standard Banner. Do not convert Dark Crystals into Gold Nucleus unless you are a whale or have exhausted all other options and desperately need a specific Standard SSR. Gold Nucleus is freely available through exploration, achievements, and daily activities.
  5. Black Gold Usage: Use Black Gold from the Standard Banner to star up existing SSR weapons or acquire a specific one you need for a build.
  6. Daily Free Pulls: Don't forget your daily free pull on the Black Nucleus Banner!
  7. Resource Management: Keep an eye on your Dark Crystal reserves. These are your most flexible currency and should be conserved for Red Nucleus purchases during crucial Limited Banners.

By diligently following these guidelines, you can navigate the gacha system in Tower of Fantasy effectively, maximizing your chances of acquiring powerful Simulacra and weapons to conquer Aida.