Spartan

Knight

Row 4 Class Spartan Has Ultimate Mastery


Style
SpecialtyThe MC gains 20% more ATK from weapons of this type in your grid.
CCWClass Champion Weapon	Guardian's Xiphos


Unlock Requirements
CP ×2,500 Guardian Distinction ×20 Superior DefenderClear the quest Search for an Heir with a Knight-type class. Rewards Crystal ×50


ID	110301
Name^JP	スパルタ
Release Date	2016-06-28
Other Sites	gbf-wiki (Japanese wiki)GameWithKamigame


Cultivate athletic strength to exercise defensive skills with an offensive edge.

Support SkillsDoes not work as a sub ally unless explicitly stated.
Icon	Name	Effect	Obtained
	Aegis Boon	Gain 50% DMG Cut effect if SubstituteSubstituteReceives foe attack in place of an ally (Excludes all-foe all-ally attacks) Substitute (All-Ally)Receives all attacks in place of allies (Includes all-ally attacks) is in effect. Gain Enchanted: Aegis BoonATK is boosted Duration: 1 turn Unique ATK Buff upon using Phalanx IIIAll parties gain 70% DMG CutTaking 70% less DMG Duration: 1 turn Damage Cut reducing damage taken for all elements. Warning! Does not work for Plain Damage! and 40% Debuff Res. UpDebuff resistance is boosted Strength: 40%Duration: 1 turn . At level 30: All allies also gain 100% / 30% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: 100% chance of taking 30% less damage.Duration: 1 turn ..	Lvl 1
	Undauntable	Chance of 50% all elemental DMG cut. Chance to remove 1 debuff at turn start.	Lvl 1
	Rampart	10% DMG reduction to all allies^[1]	Master Lvl 20

Base Skills
Icon	Name	Effect	Cooldown	Duration	SubSubskill usable on other classes	Obtained
	Phalanx III	All parties gain 70% DMG CutTaking 70% less DMG Duration: 1 turn Damage Cut reducing damage taken for all elements. Warning! Does not work for Plain Damage! and 40% Debuff Res. UpDebuff resistance is boosted Strength: 40%Duration: 1 turn . At level 30: All allies also gain 100% / 30% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: 100% chance of taking 30% less damage.Duration: 1 turn .	5T	1T	No	Lvl 1

Extended Mastery Skills
Icon	Name	Effect	Cooldown	Duration	EMPCost in EMP
	Guardian	Gain DEF UpDEF is boosted Duration: 3 turns and Hostility UpMore likely to be attacked Strength: 50Duration: 3 turns. (Consumes 30% of charge bar.)	5T	3T	15
	Centurion II	Target ally gains Unchallenged (1 time)Next DMG received will be ineffective Duration: 3 turns.	8T	3T	10
	Hardened Shield	Gain 50% ATK UpATK is boosted Strength: 50%Duration: 3 turnsStacking: Single. Self-inflict DEF DownDEF is lowered (Can't be removed) Duration: 3 turns. Inflict DelayReduce a foe's filled charge diamonds by 1 on a foe.	6T	3T	20

Ultimate Mastery Skills
Icon	Name	Effect	Cooldown	Duration	MaterialsMaterials consumed to learn
	Thermopylae	5-hit, 100% elemental damage to random foes (Damage cap: ~100,000 per hit).^[2] Gain Shield (2000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: Indefinite. Remove 1 debuff. (When almost knocked out: Activates at end of turn.)	5T	-	Ultimacy's Dawn ×1 Guardian Distinction ×30
	Hoplite	All allies gain StrengthATK is greatly boosted based on how high HP is Strength: 20%-10%Duration: 1-6 turns, 100% DA UpDouble attack rate is boosted Strength: 100%Duration: 1-6 turns, 50% TA UpTriple attack rate is boosted Strength: 50%Duration: 1-6 turns, 10% DMG Cap UpMaximum amount of DMG that can be dealt per hit is boosted Strength: 10%Duration: 1-6 turns, and 10% DMG AmplifiedDMG for one-foe attacks and counterattacks is amplified Strength: 10%Duration: 1-6 turns.^[2] (Extend effect duration based on number of sabre- and spear-specialty allies in party.)	12T	1-6T	Ultimacy's Star ×1 Guardian Distinction ×30
	Molon Labe	All allies gain 20% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 20%Duration: 3 turns, JammedATK is greatly boosted based on how low HP is Strength: 30%-90%Duration: 8 turns, Lethal Attack Dodged (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP) Duration: Indefinite, and Shield (3000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 3000Duration: Indefinite.^[2] (Consumes 40% of each ally's current HP.)	10T	3T / 8T	Ultimacy's Dewdrop ×1 Guardian Distinction ×30

Level Bonuses

Lvl 1	DEF +10%
Lvl 5	HP +750
Lvl 10	DEF +10%
Lvl 15	HP +750
Lvl 20	DEF +10%

Total Stat Bonuses These bonuses only apply to this class.		Completion Bonuses Unlocked at level 20. These bonuses are applied while as any class.
DEF +30% HP +1500		DEF +1% HP +1%

Master Level Bonuses

Lvl 1	-	Lvl 16	Debuff resistance +2%
Lvl 2	DEF +2%	Lvl 17	DEF +2%
Lvl 3	HP +500	Lvl 18	Debuff resistance +2%
Lvl 4	DEF +2%	Lvl 19	DEF +2%
Lvl 5	Debuff resistance +2%	Lvl 20	New Support Skill Holy Saber alternate color class outfits
Lvl 6	DEF +2%	Lvl 21	HP +500
Lvl 7	Debuff resistance +2%	Lvl 22	Debuff resistance +2%
Lvl 8	DEF +2%	Lvl 23	HP +500
Lvl 9	HP +500	Lvl 24	Debuff resistance +2%
Lvl 10	Debuff resistance +2% Knight alternate color class outfits	Lvl 25	DEF +2%
Lvl 11	DEF +2%	Lvl 26	Debuff resistance +2%
Lvl 12	HP +500	Lvl 27	DEF +2%
Lvl 13	Debuff resistance +2%	Lvl 28	HP +500
Lvl 14	DEF +2%	Lvl 29	Debuff resistance +2%
Lvl 15	HP +500 Sentinel alternate color class outfits	Lvl 30	Upgrade Phalanx III Spartan alternate color class outfits

Total Stat Bonuses These bonuses only apply to this class.		Skill Bonuses
HP +3500 DEF +20% Debuff resistance +20%		New Support Skill: Rampart Skill Upgrade: Phalanx IIIAll parties gain 70% DMG CutTaking 70% less DMG Duration: 1 turn Damage Cut reducing damage taken for all elements. Warning! Does not work for Plain Damage! and 40% Debuff Res. UpDebuff resistance is boosted Strength: 40%Duration: 1 turn . At level 30: All allies also gain 100% / 30% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: 100% chance of taking 30% less damage.Duration: 1 turn . Alternate color class outfits

Ultimate Mastery Level Bonuses

Lvl 1	ATK +3500	Lvl 4	Double attack rate +7%
Lvl 2	HP +1500	Lvl 5	Triple attack rate +7%
Lvl 3	DEF +7%	Lvl 6	DMG Cap +12%

Gameplay Notes

Alternate sprite colors are unlocked at Spartan: Master Level 30

Facsimile Compatibility

Icon	Skill	Copyable?
	Phalanx III	Yes
	Guardian	Yes
	Centurion II	Yes
	Hardened Shield	Yes
	Thermopylae	No
	Hoplite	No
	Molon Labe	No

Resources

Reddit Class Discussion (2019-11-29)
Reddit Class Discussion (2022-05-26) (post-Master Level Update)
Reddit Class Discussion (2023-08-16) (post-Ultimate Mastery Update)

Trivia

While in critical health, Lyria and Vyrn will appear to perform a shield wall with the Main Character. The effect is purely cosmetic.
- If Lyria is in the front row of the party, she will not join the shield wall.

Assessment

	This section contains subjective remarks about this class. Relevancy of information and recommended weapons can quickly change over time. Use substantial discretion before heavily investing resources.

Overview

At first glance, Spartan appears to be a defensive class, offering numerous skills tailored for use in challenging raids. However, in these specific scenarios, Paladin provides much more potent class specific abilties. As such, it is highly recommended to run Paladin over Spartan when defensive utility is preferred. However for players who have yet to unlock Paladin, Spartan will still serve as a strong option.

Upon Ultimate Mastery, Spartan completely transforms, switching from a defensive support to an offensive one. It introduces several skills that prove valuable in offensive burst setups, establishing itself as a formidable choice in those rotations.

Skill Overview

Class Skill

Skill	Priority	Comments
Phalanx IIIAll parties gain 70% DMG CutTaking 70% less DMG Duration: 1 turn Damage Cut reducing damage taken for all elements. Warning! Does not work for Plain Damage! and 40% Debuff Res. UpDebuff resistance is boosted Strength: 40%Duration: 1 turn . At level 30: All allies also gain 100% / 30% ArmoredChance of lowering DMG taken Strength: 100% chance of taking 30% less damage.Duration: 1 turn .	Default	A mechanically powerful skill that can be combined with other skills or summons to fully nullify incoming damage. (See Damage Cut for more details) Note: Certain raids in the game have DMG Cut NullifiedNullifies 'all elemental DMG cut' (Can't be removed) or similar buffs that render All-Elemental Damage Cuts useless. Notable examples include Beelzebub (Raid) and Belial (Raid).

Extended Mastery

Skill	Priority	Comments
GuardianGain DEF UpDEF is boosted Duration: 3 turns and Hostility UpMore likely to be attacked Strength: 50Duration: 3 turns. (Consumes 30% of charge bar.)	Low	Provides very little value and also has a charge bar cost. The hostility provided does not guarantee that MC gets targeted. If redirecting attacks is desired, SubstituteGain SubstituteReceives foe attack in place of an ally (Excludes all-foe all-ally attacks) Duration: 1 turn . is recommended.
Centurion IITarget ally gains Unchallenged (1 time)Next DMG received will be ineffective Duration: 3 turns.	Low	Can be situationally useful to negate a 1-hit attack when enemy targeting is known. CenturionGain Unchallenged (1 time)Next DMG received will be ineffective Duration: 3 turns. Self-inflict ATK DownATK is lowered Duration: 1 turn . can be used if MC specifically needs Unchallenged (1 time)Next DMG received will be ineffective Duration: 3 turns.
Hardened ShieldGain 50% ATK UpATK is boosted Strength: 50%Duration: 3 turnsStacking: Single. Self-inflict DEF DownDEF is lowered (Can't be removed) Duration: 3 turns. Inflict DelayReduce a foe's filled charge diamonds by 1 on a foe.	Medium	Provides MC with a source of DelayReduce a foe's filled charge diamonds by 1 . The DEF Down the skill inflicts is largely mitigated by Spartan's innate defenses.

Ultimate Mastery

Skill	Priority	Comments
Thermopylae5-hit, 100% elemental damage to random foes (Damage cap: ~100,000 per hit). Gain Shield (2000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: Indefinite. Remove 1 debuff. (When almost knocked out: Activates at end of turn.)	Medium	Provides MC with extra sustain and can also be autocast if MC is below 25% HP. Used in certain burst rotations where MC's HP can be manipulated alongside other sources of HP cut such as Molon LabeAll allies gain 20% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 20%Duration: 3 turns, JammedATK is greatly boosted based on how low HP is Strength: 30%-90%Duration: 8 turns, Lethal Attack Dodged (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP) Duration: Indefinite, and Shield (3000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 3000Duration: Indefinite. (Consumes 40% of each ally's current HP.) and Splitting SpiritConvert caster's HP to charge bar3% charge bar for every 250 HP consumed, up to 100% charge bar. (Consumes up to 50% of current HP.).
HopliteAll allies gain StrengthATK is greatly boosted based on how high HP is Strength: 20%-10%Duration: 1-6 turns, 100% DA UpDouble attack rate is boosted Strength: 100%Duration: 1-6 turns, 50% TA UpTriple attack rate is boosted Strength: 50%Duration: 1-6 turns, 10% DMG Cap UpMaximum amount of DMG that can be dealt per hit is boosted Strength: 10%Duration: 1-6 turns, and 10% DMG AmplifiedDMG for one-foe attacks and counterattacks is amplified Strength: 10%Duration: 1-6 turns. (Extend effect duration based on number of sabre- and spear-specialty allies in party.)	High	Provides extremely potent buffs that are often used in burst rotations. Effect can be extended based on the number of sabre- and spear-specialty allies in party.
Molon LabeAll allies gain 20% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 20%Duration: 3 turns, JammedATK is greatly boosted based on how low HP is Strength: 30%-90%Duration: 8 turns, Lethal Attack Dodged (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP) Duration: Indefinite, and Shield (3000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 3000Duration: Indefinite. (Consumes 40% of each ally's current HP.)	Very High	The defining skill for Spartan burst rotations. The JammedATK is greatly boosted based on how low HP is Strength: 30%-90%Duration: 8 turns modifier this skill provides is extremely powerful compared to other similar effects. The 20% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 20%Duration: 3 turns from this skill stacks with all other sources in the game. (See Bonus Damage for more details.) Can be used to activate enmity weapons or character skills.

Notable Main Weapon Options

Below is a curated list of weapons which work well as main weapons. This list is not exhaustive and does not include every useful option, instead specifically including weapons that have a charge attack effect or main weapon exclusive skills that synergize with how the class tends to be utilized.

Feel free to explore and experiment with weapons available to you.

For practical examples, refer to the Basic Grids or Advanced Grids pages, which showcase these weapons and others in action.

	Q: Where are the "defensive" main weapons? The weapons below are oriented towards offensive setups as that is how Spartan is most commonly utilized. Check the Paladin Main Weapon section to see what weapons can be used for more defensive teams!

Class Champion Weapon Overview

Weapon	Info	Comments
Guardian's Xiphos	Herculean FeatMassive Dark DMG to a foe. All allies gain StrengthATK is greatly boosted based on how high HP is Strength: ??%-20%Duration: 3.5 turnsStacking: TeamwideApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining. and Shield (2000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining.	Guardian's Xiphos is not recommended as a main weapon. The weapon skills it provides are not enough for it to be a competitive option. Better alternatives are listed below.
	Legionnaire's NatureWhen main weapon: MC gains Lethal Attack Dodged (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP) . MC gains a 30% chance to gain a Substitute effect.
	Legionnaire's HumanityWhen main weapon: 20% boost to max HP (MC only)
	Legionnaire's DivinityWhen main weapon: Gain SubstituteReceives foe attack in place of an ally (Excludes all-foe all-ally attacks) Duration: 1 turn effect for 1 turn upon using GuardianGain DEF UpDEF is boosted Duration: 3 turns and Hostility UpMore likely to be attacked Strength: 50Duration: 3 turns. (Consumes 30% of charge bar.)
	Legionnaire's DevilryWhen main weapon: Also grant Shield (2000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: 3 turns to target ally upon using Centurion IITarget ally gains Unchallenged (1 time)Next DMG received will be ineffective Duration: 3 turns.

Farmable Options

Weapon	Element	Source	Charge Attack	Comments
Sword of Valorblaze	01	Weapon Series: Seraphic Weapons	Arkhangelsky SoborMassive Fire damage to a foe. All allies gain 20% Fire ATK UpFire ATK is boosted Strength: 20%Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining. and 20% Wind DMG LoweredWind DMG is lowered Strength: 20%Duration: 3.5 turnsWind DEF Up. Not a Damage Cut. Reduces Wind damage taken on a multiplier separate from Damage Cuts.Applied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining..	An accessible option if lacking other better weapons.
Fateless	02	Treasure Trade: Astral Weapons	Frigid StingMassive Water damage to a foe. Remove 1 buff. After 4★: All allies also gain 15% Bonus Water DMGDeals bonus water DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 15%Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining..	Provides a Dispel and teamwide 15% Bonus Water DMGDeals bonus water DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 15%Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining. on C.A.
Exo Kshathra	03	Event: Exo Vohu Manah Crucible	Atas Ma'daniMassive Earth damage to a foe. Remove 1 debuff from all allies. After 4★: Also inflict 50% Accuracy LoweredAttacks and special attacks have a chance to miss Strength: 50%Duration: 1.5 turnsLocal status effectApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 1 turn remaining..	Attack Awakening is preferred for main weapon purposes due to its strong stat boosts and passive buffs. Provides 20% Bonus DMG effect to MC when not debuffed. Removes one debuff on C.A.
Dark Opus (Wind)	04	Treasure Trade: Dark Opus Weapons	Apocalyptic SquallMassive Wind damage to a foe. / All allies gain Typhoon CrestWind magic is amplified (Max: 5 / Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite. Additional effect based on the pendulum.	Using Splitting SpiritConvert caster's HP to charge bar3% charge bar for every 250 HP consumed, up to 100% charge bar. (Consumes up to 50% of current HP.) with Chain of Falsehood enables burst setups to utilize teamwide Double StrikeAttacks twice each turn Duration: 0.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 0 turns remaining. from its charge attack despite the lowered charge bar gain. Charge Attack effects can be altered depending on which Pendulum or Chain you have equipped. See #Guiding Gospel for more info.
Dark Opus (Light)	05	Treasure Trade: Dark Opus Weapons	Apocalyptic MessiahMassive Light damage to a foe. / All allies gain Aurora CrestLight magic is amplified (Max: 5 / Can't be removed) Duration: Indefinite. Additional effect based on the pendulum.	Using Splitting SpiritConvert caster's HP to charge bar3% charge bar for every 250 HP consumed, up to 100% charge bar. (Consumes up to 50% of current HP.) with Chain of Falsehood enables burst setups to utilize teamwide Double StrikeAttacks twice each turn Duration: 0.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 0 turns remaining. from its charge attack despite the lowered charge bar gain. Charge Attack effects can be altered depending on which Pendulum or Chain you have equipped. See #Guiding Gospel for more info.

Gold Moon Options

	WARNING! Weapons in this section require a significant Gold Moon investment. The player should be absolutely positive before making the purchase.

Weapon	Element	Source	Charge Attack	Comments
Hrunting	03	Trade Moons: Gold Moon ×150	Here at LastUnworldly Earth damage to a foe (Damage cap: ~2,550,000). All Earth allies gain Blood SacrificeHP is lowered every turn Strength: 10% of max HP (Damage cap: 1000)Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining.. After 4★: All Earth allies also gain DMG Mitigation (2000)DMG taken is lowered by a fixed amount Strength: 2000Duration: 0.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 0 turns remaining..	Transforms MC into a strong damage dealer. Provides MC with Savage MythologyTakes DMG every turn / ATK is boosted / DEF is sharply boosted / Attacks twice each turn (Can't be removed) when used as a main weapon. This buff also activates the second weapon skill which provides 30% Bonus Earth DMG (1 time)Deals bonus earth DMG for normal attacks (1 time) Strength: 30%Duration: 1 turn . Although the weapon's third skill synergizes nicely with Molon LabeAll allies gain 20% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 20%Duration: 3 turns, JammedATK is greatly boosted based on how low HP is Strength: 30%-90%Duration: 8 turns, Lethal Attack Dodged (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP) Duration: Indefinite, and Shield (3000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 3000Duration: Indefinite. (Consumes 40% of each ally's current HP.), Berserker or Glorybringer may be better suited for burst rotations as they provide more buffs that are specific to MC, further increasing Hrunting's output.
Rhomphaia	04	Trade Moons: Gold Moon ×150	Thunderous EdgeUnworldly Wind damage to a foe. All Wind allies gain 15% Bonus Wind DMGDeals bonus wind DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 15%Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining.. After 4★: All Wind allies also gain 100% / 30% Critical Hit Rate UpAttacks made with elemental superiority have a chance to deal boosted DMG Strength: 100% chance of dealing 30% more damage.Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining. and KeenSupplemental DMG to critical hits Duration: 3.5 turnsApplied during the attack phase. On the next turn, it'll have 3 turns remaining..	Transforms MC into a strong damage dealer. Can be used for longer rotations where Wind Dark Opus Spear of Renunciation Spear of Repudiation main weapon with Chain of Falsehood lose value. The weapon's innate Flurry effect synergizes well with abilities that provide extra Supplemental DMG or Bonus DMG such as Molon LabeAll allies gain 20% Bonus DMGDeals bonus DMG for one-foe one-ally attacks Strength: 20%Duration: 3 turns, JammedATK is greatly boosted based on how low HP is Strength: 30%-90%Duration: 8 turns, Lethal Attack Dodged (1 time)Can withstand lethal DMG (Leaves 1 HP) Duration: Indefinite, and Shield (3000)Next ATK received will be ineffective for a fixed amount Strength: 3000Duration: Indefinite. (Consumes 40% of each ally's current HP.).