The First Descendant

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First Descendant - Kyle Build

This is a Kyle build for normal and hard mode in The First Descendant. Read on to learn Kyle's best builds, how to unlock Kyle, his basic info and skills, and Kyle's exclusive equipment and skins!

Best Kyle Build for Hard Mode

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Best Kyle Modules (Hard)

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The build revolves around increasing Kyle's shield and skill power and decreasing his skill cooldowns to nuke bosses and mob groups. The primary modules that make this possible are Time Distribution, Weighing the Scales, MP Conversion, Increased Shield, Non-Attribute Specialist, Front Lines, Emergency Measures, and Skill Insight.

Stacking on Skill Power and taking your chances on Skill Critical Hits instead of increasing your Skill Power Modifier is best. The reason for this is that Kyle's Superconductivity Thrusters (main nuking ability used for this build) already has a base of 11,000 Skill Power Modifier.

Although the Superconductive Bombing Skill Module would have been a nice addition to the build, it's underwhelming damage and removal of damage upon impact is the reason it's not on this build.

Modules Guide: List of Modules

Best Kyle Weapons and Weapon Modules (Hard)

Weapon Substat Priority
The First Descendant - Thunder CageThunder Cage ・Firearm ATK
・Firearm Critical Hit Rate
・Weak Point Damage
・Recoil
The First Descendant - Secret GardenSecret Garden
(Optional)
・Firearm Critical Hit Damage
・Firearm Critical Hit Rate
・Weak Point Damage
・Recoil

Best Weapon Modules

The Thundercage is our chosen weapon for this Kyle build to add ranged mobbing potential to compensate for Kyle's kit. The modules slotted for this weapon build focus on increasing the weapon's overall damage, critical hit rate, as well as weak point damage.

Another weapon you can also use is the Secret Garden which has a chance to increase Kyle's skill power. However, in terms of applying constant DPS and clearing mobs, it's best to use the Thunder Cage.

Best Weapons Tier List

Best Kyle Equipment (Hard)

Equipment Substat Priority
The First Descendant - Materialized Mechanics ReactorMaterialized Mechanics Reactor • Skill Cooldown Reduction
• Skill Critical Hit Rate
• Non-Dimension Skill Power Boost Ratio
• Tech Skill Power Boost Ratio
The First Descendant - Slayer Auxiliary PowerSlayer Auxiliary Power • Max HP
• Fire Resistance
The First Descendant - Slayer SensorSlayer Sensor • HP Recovery Modifier
• Shield Recovery Out of Combat
The First Descendant - Slayer MemorySlayer Memory • DEF
• Shield Recovery In Combat
The First Descendant - Slayer ProcessorSlayer Processor • Max Shield
• Shield Recovery Modifier

Note that External Components with set bonuses have fixed main stats.

The Materialized Mechanics Reactor is great for Kyle as his Repulsion Dash and Superconductivity Thrusters are considered Non-Attribute and Tech Skills. This results in both skills gaining the skill power bonus from the reactor. For the Reactor Substats, try to get one with Skill Cooldown Reduction and Skill Critical Hit Rate to help with the build's setup.

The Slayer External Component Set is great for this Kyle build as it grants an additional 26% Skill Power. The Bravery External Component Set may seem for Kyle, however, the Bravery External Component Set is more suited in a tank build for Kyle.

List of Reactors List of External Components

Kyle Playstyle Tips

Kyle Playstyle Tips

Constantly Use Repulsion Dash

The Repulsion Dash is the most important skill for Kyle, as this is the best ability to use for gaining Magnetic Force (Kyle's unique resource). Magnetic Bulwark may also be a great option, but the Magnetic Force buildup is slower and drains Kyle's shield.

Use Magnetism Spurt with Superconductivity Thrusters

To gain an extra burst of damage when you use Superconductivity Thrusters, it's best to cast Magnetism Spurt first. The burst damage happens when your Superconductivity Thursters hit your target, draining all your Magnetic Force and releasing the shockwave from Magnetism Spurt.

Best Kyle Builds for Normal Mode

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Best Kyle Modules (Normal)

Best Kyle Modules
Potent Collector ImagePotent Collector When defeating an enemy, instantly recovers X% of Custom Resources at a X% chance. Characters with Custom Resources - Ajax - Bunny - Gley - Kyle
Amplification Control ImageAmplification Control Skill Effect Range +X%, Max Shield +X%
Weighing the Scales ImageWeighing the Scales Max Shield +X%, Skill Cost -X%
Iron Defense ImageIron Defense DEF +X%, Skill Power Modifier +X%
Frugal Mindset ImageFrugal Mindset Skill Cost -X%, Skill Effect Range +X%
Time Distribution ImageTime Distribution Skill Cooldown -X%, Max HP +X%
MP Conversion ImageMP Conversion Skill Cooldown -X%, Max MP -X%
Dual Claw ImageDual Claw Modifies the Charged Sub Attack. Use a Dual Claw to attack when performing a Charged Sub Attack. As the Enhancement Level increases, Max Module Capacity increases. (Currently +X)
Skill Extension ImageSkill Extension Skill Duration +X%, applies only to certain skills for each Descendant
Increased DEF ImageIncreased DEF DEF +X%
Increased HP ImageIncreased HP Max HP +X%

The selected modules focus on boosting your skill's Cost, Cooldown, Duration, and Range. These Modules also improve your survivability and will capitalize on increasing your shield to maximize your Magnetic Force.

This is a support build for Kyle that works best when defending your teammates and mission objectives to ensure completion. This is also a great build to survive harder Void Intercept Battles, allowing your team to continuously apply DPS on the bosses instead of dying.

Modules Guide: List of Modules

Best Kyle Weapon and Modules (Normal)

Weapon Substat Priority
The First Descendant - GregGreg's Reversed Fate ・Firearm ATK
・Firearm Critical Hit Damage
・Firearm Critical Hit Rate
・Weak Point Damage
Best Modules for Greg's Reversed Fate
Sweeping Squad ImageSweeping Squad When defeating an enemy, Firearm ATK +X% for Xs at a X% chance (up to X Stacks).
Insight Support Ammo ImageInsight Support Ammo Rounds per Magazine +X%, Firearm Critical Hit Rate +X%
Insight Focus ImageInsight Focus Firearm Critical Hit Rate +X%, Firearm Critical Hit Damage +X%
Weak Point Insight ImageWeak Point Insight Weak Point Damage +X%, Firearm Critical Hit Rate +X%
Sharpshooter ImageSharpshooter Firearm ATK +X%, Firearm Critical Hit Rate +X%
Action and Reaction ImageAction and Reaction Firearm ATK +X%, Recoil +X%
Weak Point Sight ImageWeak Point Sight Weak Point Damage +X%
Better Concentration ImageBetter Concentration Firearm Critical Hit Damage +X%
Better Insight ImageBetter Insight Firearm Critical Hit Rate +X%
Rifling Reinforcement ImageRifling Reinforcement Firearm ATK +X%

We went with Greg's Reversed Fate as the best weapon as it greatly adds mob-control potential to this support build for Kyle. Since your goal is to protect your teammates and objectives, your main damage source will be from your weapons.

The modules chosen focus on Critical Hit Rate and Firearm ATK for an overall damage source. Weak Point Damage is also important to land greater damage from weak points and clear mobs faster.

Best Weapons Tier List

Best Kyle Reactor (Normal)

Reactor Substat Priority
Materialized Mechanics Reactor ImageMaterialized Mechanics Reactor ・Skill Cooldown Reduction
・Skill Critical Hit Rate
・Non-Attribute Skill Boost Ratio
・Dimension Skill Boost Ratio

Using a Materialized Mechanics Reactor will give you the most bonus effects since most of Kyle's abilities are Non-Attribute and Tech skills. For the substats, try to look for Non-Attribute Skill Boost Ratio and Tech Skill Boost Ratio to improve the effectiveness of your skills.

Reactors Guide: List of Reactors

Best Kyle External Components (Normal)

Set Set Effect
The First Descendant - Battle AestheticsThe First Descendant - Battle AestheticsThe First Descendant - Battle AestheticsThe First Descendant - Battle Aesthetics
Battle Aesthetics Set
2-Set Effect:
・Skill Critical Hit Rate +18%
4-Set Effect:
・Skill Power +4%
・Skill Cost -2.8%
Substat Priority
Auxiliary Power ・Max HP
・Fire Resistance
Sensor ・HP Recovery Modifier
・Shield Recovery Out of Combat
Memory ・DEF
・Shield Recovery In Combat
Processor ・Max Shield
・Shield Recovery Modifier

The Battle Aesthetic Set boosts your Skill Power, reduces your skill cost, and increases your skill crit rate. Overall this set is extremely useful for Kyle especially in Normal Mode, as this set grants the highest Skill Power boost out of all External Component sets in Normal Mode.

List of External Components

How to Unlock Kyle

Unlock Using the Research Institute

Research Time Cost
16:00:00 400,000
Required Research Material How to Get
Kyle Code x1 ・Vespers (Hard) - Abyssal Void Fusion Reactor - Vespers Lost Supply Depot
・ Sterile Land (Normal) - Void Fusion Reactor - Sterile Land Repository
・ Hagios (Hard) - Abyssal Void Fusion Reactor - Hagios Dune Base
・ White-night Gulch (Hard) - Abyssal Void Fusion Reactor - White-night Gulch Observatory
Kyle Enhanced Cells x1 ・Research
Research Materials Needed:
Carbon Crystal x554
Hellion x303
Inorganic Biogel x58
Kyle Enhanced Cells Blueprint x1
Kyle Spiral Catalyst x1 ・Research
Research Materials Needed:
Ceramic Composite x408
Reverse Charging Coil x455
Compound Carbon Activator x30
Kyle Spiral Catalyst Blueprint x1
Kyle Stabilizer x1 ・Research
Research Materials Needed:
Metal Accelerant x519
Monomolecular Extractor x499
Deformed Biometal x76
Kyle Stabilizer Blueprint x1

You can unlock Kyle through the Research Institute in Albion. Note that to acquire a Descendant using research, you need all the required items and gold to unlock this character.

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Purchase Kyle Using Caliber

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Alternatively, you can unlock Descendants by purchasing them in the Shop. This method only requires Caliber, an in-game currency that you can buy with real money. Purchasing Kyle in the Shop instantly unlocks the Descendant, allowing you to skip the item requirements and research time.

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Kyle Basic Info & Stats

Kyle Basic Info
The First Descendant - Kyle IconKyle

The Controller
Role Bruiser
Element
The First Descendant - Non-Attribute IconNon-Attribute
Description
"A damage dealing tank who generates and manipulates magnetic fields. Creates a Barrier or radiates Magnetic Force to push enemies back and serves as a strong shield for his teammates."

Stats

DEF Max Shield Shield Recovery Max MP Max HP
2441 1006 3.22 0 1309

Kyle Skills

Passive Skills

Skill Type
Effect
The First Descendant - Experienced Technician IconExperienced Technician Kyle acquires Magnetic Force through skills. When his shield is completely depleted, he recovers shield and Magnetic Force over a certain period of time.

Active Skills

Skill Type
Effect
The First Descendant - Repulsion Dash IconRepulsion Dash
The First Descendant - Tech Icon Tech

Dashes towards enemies, dealing damage and recovering Magnetic Force.
The First Descendant - Magnetic Bulwark IconMagnetic Bulwark
The First Descendant - Dimension Icon Dimension

Creates a frontal Barrier to protect against enemy attacks. Recovers Magnetic Force depending on the type of projectile blocked.
The First Descendant - Magnetism Spurt IconMagnetism Spurt
The First Descendant - Dimension Icon Dimension

When damaged, Magnetic Force is reduced instead of HP or Shields. After a certain period of time, Magnetic Force detonates to deal damage around him.
The First Descendant - Superconductivity Thrusters IconSuperconductivity Thrusters
The First Descendant - Tech Icon Tech

Allows him to fly. When landing, deals damage in an area around his landing zone, consuming all accumulated Magnetic Force. The damage dealt is proportional to the amount of Magnetic Force consumed.

Kyle Exclusive Equipment

Flying Suit with Superconductivity Thrusters

Kyle's suit was designed to let him use his Arche ability, Magnetic Force, freely. The suit allowed Kyle to protect and save his allies anywhere and anytime, with functions that allowed him to move high-speed for moments of danger. Completing the suit, however, was fraught with conflict between Kyle's demands over the performance of the suit, and the Magisters contesting this, saying his body would not be able to withstand such power and Arche depletion. At one point, there were loud scuffling noises inside the Magister's laboratory, followed by Kyle walking out, infuriated. Eventually deciding to build the suit himself, Kyle received the materials from the Magisters. Before long, the completed suit was more than just a mere demonstration; it was exactly the way he wanted.

Kyle Skins

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Head Body Back
Chest Ecive Full Body
Grappling Hook Make Up Spawn

All Kyle Head Skins

Kyle's Desert Wanderer Symbols of the Constuction Corps Wild Ponytail

All Kyle Body Skins

Kyle's Desert Wanderer Dead of Night Magnectic Force Control
Summer Vacation

All Kyle Back Skins

Baby Panda Ammo Supply Box White Rabbit Doll
Bear Cub Satellite Albion Rocket
Planetary Projector Rocket Jet Pack Double Z Wing
Run, Hamster Advanced Material Backpack Pink Salamander
Firefighting Tank

All Kyle Chest Skins

Small Flashlight HQ Access Card Old Teddy Bear
Bunny-Ears Strap Dynamite Brave Squirrel
Emote Tag Magister Researcher Mark of Albion
Recorder

All Kyle Ecive Skins

Continuity Bio Scan Heart

All Kyle Full Body Skins

Panda's Adventure Dinosaur Pajamas

All Kyle Grappling Hook Skins

Special Supply Advanced Material Engineering

All Kyle Make Up Skins

War Paint Resolution

All Kyle Spawn Skins

Magical Moment Passion Dismantling and Fusion
Snowman Beyond the Unknown Thunder and Lightning
Gale Big Water Bomb Wrong Direction

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1 Afrikano4 months

You can't put time distribution and MP conversion mod together on kyle, they are both control type or whatever that thing is called.

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