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Thornblade (Basic Form)
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No.034

Thornblade

GrassNova stageDPS

The swords made from thorny stems are drawn only when it’s time to protect their family against enemies.

Defending as Grass
Weak
Resists

Thornblade's Homeland abilities

GrassLv 3

Grass-type Aniimo specialize in planting seeds and gathering resources.

ArtisanshipLv 3

Crafty Aniimo create a variety of handcrafted goods.

Forms
StatsInteractive level & Potential projection
Total6,251
HP5,422
ATK282
P.DEF129
REGEN143
M.DEF127
BREAK148
HP0
ATK0
P.DEF0
REGEN0
M.DEF0
BREAK0
60
Level 1Level 60
Capability Awakening count / allowance0 / 120
Innate + Acquired ≤ 20 per stat
Starting Innate Potential · 0 total

Enter the six white Innate values from your Aniimo. The preview starts at zero on each axis; these are inputs, not this species’ catch values.

Field data

Trait · Mobility · Role · Size

Each skill used grants 1 stack of [Sword Dance], up to 4 stacks, lasting 15s. Each basic attack costs 1 stack of [Sword Dance] to deal 180% extra damage.

DPSBase Magic Attack 121Height 1.47–3.46 mGender: Male / FemaleSleep period: NightWeight 38.9–263.38 kg
Behavioral naturesCheerfulSensitive

Where to find Thornblade

Map loads as you scroll
Spawn regions5 exact spawnsOpen full map

Skills

7 total
Thorny DefensePhysicalCounter

Enters a defensive stance, reducing damage taken by 20%. While in this state, it counters when attacked. If attacked just as the skill is used, its Crit Rate increases by 30% for 15s.

Might75
EP cost20
Break100%
Cooldown6s
Aqua DefensePhysicalCounter

Enters a defensive stance, reducing damage taken by 20%. If attacked during the stance, counterattacks the target. If attacked at the moment the skill is cast, applies Lockdown to the target for 12s.

Might75
EP cost20
Break100%
Cooldown15s
Unlocks with any listed formThornblade (Prismana)
Thorny ImpactPhysicalDashDamage Boost

Thrusts toward the target. On hit, increases this Aniimo’s Crit Rate by 15% for 15s.

Might57
EP cost20
Break100%
Cooldown1s
Lightning ImpactPhysicalDashDamage Boost

Thrusts toward the target. On hit, increases this Aniimo’s Crit Rate by 15% for 15s.

Might57
EP cost20
Break100%
Cooldown1s
Unlocks with any listed formThornblade (Thunderstorm)
Thorny RainPhysicalComboCore skill

Rapidly attacks the target with its thorn blade. Can be used up to 3 times in a row.

Might30
EP cost10
Break100%
Cooldown1s
UpgradedCombo

Rapidly attacks the target with its thorn blade. Can be used up to 3 times in a row. Grants 1 stack of Sword Dance for 15s. The next basic attack skips directly to the third hit.

Might30
EP cost10
Break100%
Cooldown1s

Innate

ATKPhysicalMelee

Wields the power of grass to attack targets at close range.

Might6
EP cost0
Break100%
Cooldown0.3s

Ultimate

Elegant WaltzPhysicalDamage

Repeatedly stabs a target with its thorn blade.

Might172
Ultimate cost100
Break100%
Cooldown8s

Thornblade Forms

5 morphologies

Recommended build

From the gameFull build guide

Held item

BaseDamage Amp +10%
CoreEquipped Aniimo gain 0.7 additional ATK per level.
LegendaryEpicRare

Same item in 3 quality tiers

Attributes to raise

  1. ATK
  2. REGEN

Recommended attributes for Capability Awakening points. A Capafruit grants +1 Innate Potential to all six attributes, once per Aniimo. Potential guide

Ideal partner

Melloblum
No.035Melloblum

Pairs best in the field

Evolution & forms

Evolution paths
Thornblade
No.034Thornblade
NovaSee requirements for each form.
Melloblum
No.035Melloblum
NovaSee requirements for each form.

Evolve Budsquire into Thornblade

Beneath the blooming roses lie resilient thorns.

Basic Form

  • Aniimo level 27
  • Defeat a Thornblade using a party that only has a Budsquire in it.
Materials needed

Alternative: 1 × Flux Crystal can replace 1 × Sprout Stone.

Towerwood Form

  • Aniimo level 27
  • Defeat a Thornblade using a party that only has a Budsquire in it.
  • Located in Rosetower Woods
Materials needed

Alternative: 1 × Flux Crystal can replace 1 × Sprout Stone.

Form changes

Choose your current form to see its available transformations and materials.

Thornblade · Basic3 available transformations

Change form

You must already have caught the target form. Each target has its own item cost.

Thornblade · Thunderstorm3 available transformations

Change form

You must already have caught the target form. Each target has its own item cost.

Thornblade · Basic
Materials needed
Thornblade · Prismana3 available transformations

Change form

You must already have caught the target form. Each target has its own item cost.

Thornblade · Basic
Materials needed
Thornblade · Towerwood Form3 available transformations

Change form

You must already have caught the target form. Each target has its own item cost.

Thornblade · Basic
Materials needed

Resonance Training

7 stages · 21 levels

Resonance Training raises Thornblade’s base stats permanently. Each stage holds a short ladder of training levels paid for in materials; clearing one needs an Aniimo level and a stage material. The last stage opens at level 65.

  1. 1
    Stage 1Open from the start
    Level 1ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20
  2. 2
    Stage 2Aniimo level 35ATK/BREAK/HP +2%Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20Sprout Stone×2
    Level 1ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20
    Level 2P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×25
  3. 3
    Stage 3Aniimo level 35REGEN/P.DEF/M.DEF +2%Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×25Sprout Stone×4
    Level 1ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20
    Level 2P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×25
    Level 3HP +320 · REGEN +8Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×30
  4. 4
    Stage 4Aniimo level 40Counter Boost +20%Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×30Sprout Stone×6
    Level 1ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20
    Level 2P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×25
    Level 3HP +320 · REGEN +8Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×30
    Level 4P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×40
  5. 5
    Stage 5Aniimo level 50Capability Awakening Count +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×40Sprout Stone×8
    Level 1ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20
    Level 2P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×25
    Level 3HP +320 · REGEN +8Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×30
    Level 4P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×40
    Level 5ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×50
  6. 6
    Stage 6Aniimo level 60Capability Awakening Count +8Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×50Sprout Stone×10Phenomena Crystal×1
    Level 1ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×20
    Level 2P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×25
    Level 3HP +320 · REGEN +8Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×30
    Level 4P.DEF +5 · M.DEF +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×40
    Level 5ATK +10 · BREAK +5Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×50
    Level 6HP +320 · REGEN +8Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×60
  7. 7
    Stage 7Aniimo level 65Capability Awakening Count +10Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal×60Sprout Stone×10Phenomena Crystal×2
How Resonance Training works across every Aniimo
Aniilog discoveries

Field Notes

Research guide

Explore Thornblade’s habits, encounters and hidden treasures.

Discovery

True strength means protecting the weak

+50 Research Points

Witness a Thornblade engage with enemies to protect Budsquires

Sword of Protection

Thornblades will protect Budsquires until they have enough courage and strength to protect themselves.

Encounter

Encounter Under Prismana Light

+50 Research Points

Encounter a Prismana Form Thornblade.

Prismana Form

When the prismana-filled water flow gathers at its wrist to form a spiraling sword, it can deliver a strike that pierces through space itself.

Discovery

The way of the powerful

+50 Research Points

Cast Thorny Defense upon taking a hit.

Unparalleled Swordsmanship

Thornblades can deflect attacks with their swords and immediately launch a counter attack.

Aniimo Research

6 topics · 180 points

Research banks points for Thornblade as you play. 15 milestones across 6 topics are worth 180 topic points, and field notes and appearance sightings add 600 more toward the research level.

Research levels
580 points to Expert
  1. Level 1Beginner
    2 accessory slots total
    110 total+110
  2. Level 2Adept
    3 accessory slots total
    200 total+90
  3. Level 3Veteran
    4 accessory slots total
    360 total+160
  4. Level 4Expert
    5 accessory slots total
    580 total+220
Topics
· 15 milestones

Use Skills

  • ×10+10
  • ×20+10
  • ×40+10
  • ×80+10

Use Ultimate

  • ×2+10
  • ×5+10
  • ×10+10
  • ×20+10

Core Skills Used

  • ×5+10
  • ×10+10
  • ×20+10
  • ×40+10

Appearance collection rewards

Interactions
  • Tap belly
  • Tap hand or foot
  • Tap head
  • Drop after picking up
  • Pick up
  • Hold belly
  • Hold hand or foot
  • Hold head
  • Rapid rotation
  • Idle
  • Petting
  • Repeated taps on belly
  • Repeated taps on hand or foot
  • Repeated taps on head
  • Rotate