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Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition

Paralysis Gem Effect and Rating

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This page is about the Paralysis Gem from Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition (XC1) for the Nintendo Switch. Everything about this gem, including its effect at each rank, equipment type, where to find Paralysis, and whether or not you should use the Paralysis gem can all be found here!

Paralysis Gem Effect and Basic Info

General Information

Paralysis
Effect Chance that successful attacks will inflict Paralysis by (%).
Color Yellow
Equipment Type Weapon
Category Attack
Base Sell Price 750
Gem Rating C Rank Icon

Paralysis Rank Values and Max Value

Rank Value
Rank I
5
Rank II
8
Rank III
12
Rank IV
15
Rank V
20
Rank VI
25
Max Combined 25%

Max Combined refers to the maximum buff that a character can receive through equipping gems of this type.

Are Paralysis Gems Any Good?

Do not equip Paralysis!

Paralysis is a gem that has little to no value. They have subpar effects, even in situations that seem to call for them. Crystals that can be crafted to Paralysis gems are better off selling.

How to Get Paralysis Crystals

Sources of Paralysis Crystals
Tephra Cave: Jada Arachno, Jadals Arachno
Eryth Sea: Goldi/Zeldi Kromar

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