Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition

Tension Swing Gem Effect and Rating

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

Tension Swing Gem Effect and Basic Info

General Information

Tension Swing
Effect Allows tension to change more easily by (%).
Color Yellow
Equipment Type Armour
Category Support
Base Sell Price 500
Gem Rating C Rank Icon

Tension Swing Rank Values and Max Value

Rank Minimum Value Maximum Value
Rank I
4
10
Rank II
12
18
Rank III
20
26
Rank IV
28
34
Rank V
36
42
Rank VI
44
50
Max Combined 50%

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

Are Tension Swing Gems Any Good?

Do not equip Tension Swing!

Tension Swing 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 Tension Swing gems are better off selling.

How to Get Tension Swing Crystals

Sources of Tension Swing Crystals
Prison Island: Fiendish Auburn

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