Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition

Phys Def Down Gem Effect and Rating

This page is about the Phys Def Down 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 Phys Def Down, and whether or not you should use the Phys Def Down gem can all be found here!

Phys Def Down Gem Effect and Basic Info

General Information

Phys Def Down
Effect Chance that successful attacks will reduce enemy physical defence by (%).
Color Yellow
Equipment Type Weapon
Category Attack
Base Sell Price 600
Gem Rating B Rank Icon

Phys Def Down Rank Values and Max Value

Rank Minimum Value Maximum Value
Rank I
2
4 (10)
Rank II
6
8 (12)
Rank III
10
12 (16)
Rank IV
14
16 (20)
Rank V
18
20 (25)
Rank VI
22
25 (30)
Max Combined 25%

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

Are Phys Def Down Gems Any Good?

A mediocre gem

Phys Def Down only has a few situations that are great for it, and even then, there are still other gems that can prove more useful. Only equip Phys Def Down if the situation really calls for it or it works on your specific build.

How to Get Phys Def Down Crystals

Sources of Phys Def Down Crystals
Prison Island: Thunder Elemental

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