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Verso is the hidden gem of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Not much was known about his background before the game came out. He is one of the strongest damage dealers in the game, but you won’t be able to add him to your team until you start Act 2.
In combat, Verso relies on a system of Perfection and Ranks. You build Perfection by hitting enemies, which boosts his Rank from D all the way up to S-Rank. When he reaches higher Ranks, his attacks do much more damage.
This Perfection and Rank system helps him break enemy shields, cause Stuns, and build up Break Bar damage. To make the most of Verso, focus on skills that trigger Critical Hits and maximize his critical rate by using the best Pictos.
Best Weapons for Verso in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
The Glaceso or Contorso Swords & Daggers Are Ideal for Critical Hit Builds
For an effective Critical Hit build, I recommend the Glaceso or Contorso weapons because both have special Critical Hit effects. I prefer the Glaceso because it deals higher damage and is of Ice Element, but you can only get it in the optional Frozen Hearts area in Act 2.
| Weapon | Upgrades | Max Power (Level 33) | Element | Scaling | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaceso | Level 4: +1 Perfection on Critical Hit | 8,713 | Ice | Luck/Defense | Frozen Hearts |
| Level 10: Heal 2% of health on Critical | |||||
| Level 20: Counterattacks are always Critical | |||||
| Contorso | Level 4: Switch to Rank S on Break | 5,792 | Lightning | Agility/Defense | Visages |
| Level 10: 100% chance of Critical at Rank S | |||||
| Level 20: Triggers Lightning on Critical |
- Glaceso benefits from both Defense and Luck, increasing your Critical Rate and offering solid Defense. Upgrading it boosts Perfection on Critical hits and heals you a little after Criticals.
- Contorso is more about speed, scaling with Agility, and adds cool Lightning effects when upgraded.
You can also get the Chevalam sword from the boss in the Crimson Forest if you prefer something different.
Best Attributes for Verso in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Focus on Agility
The best build for Verso is to invest heavily in Agility. It boosts his speed and Defense and helps him make better use of the Rank mechanic. Speed is super important for characters like Verso, Gustave, and Sciel.
In my experience, putting some points into Vitality can also help, especially during tough late-game fights, by giving Verso extra health. While Vitality isn’t as critical for Verso as it is for characters like Lune, adding a few points can save you time and frustration, mainly if you focus on Agility.
Best Skills for Verso in Clair Obscur
Skills Focused on Critical Hits and Quick Ranking
Verso has a lot of skills you can mix and match, depending on your play style. The build I recommend is all about boosting Critical Hit chances and quickly raising his Rank from D to S.
It’s a good idea to team him up with a support character like Sciel or Monoco to keep his AP topped off, buff him, and help if his health drops too low. Maelle also works well with Verso.
Here are some key skills:
- Quick Strike (Rank D): Cheap and great for building up Perfection early. It doesn’t do much damage but sets you up for stronger attacks.
- Marking Shot (Rank C): Adds damage and applies a Mark, increasing damage for subsequent hits.
- Strike Storm (Rank C): High damage with 5 hits. Critical Hits from this deal extra Perfection.
- Assault Zero (Rank B): Multiple hits that generate Perfection on Critical.
- Light Holder (Rank A): Builds Rank and deals moderate Light damage.
- Phantom Stars (Rank S): Very powerful, hits all enemies with high Light damage, can Break and Stun.
Focus on building up Perfection quickly with moves like Quick Strike and Assault Zero, then unleash Phantom Stars for maximum damage. Building Break Bar damage with timed counterattacks is crucial, especially if you coordinate with other characters like Lune.
Once the enemy’s Break Bar is full, use skills like Phantom Stars or the Gradient Strike to Break and Stun the enemy. “End Bringer” is another option at Rank A, dealing extra damage to Stunned enemies but costs 9 AP.
Best Pictos & Luminas for Verso in Clair Obscur
Increase Critical Rate with Special Pictos
You can almost double Verso’s Critical Rate by equipping certain Pictos, especially the Critical Break Pictos. These are very effective for setting up high damage Critical hits and Rank S attacks.
| Pictos | Effect | Stat Bonus (Level 33) | Crit Rate | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker | +25% Break Damage | Speed > 434 | Crit Rate > 28% | Ancient Sanctuary |
| Critical Break | +25% Break Damage on Crits | Speed 1,089 | Crit Rate 19% | Main quest |
| Charging Critical | +20% Gradient Charge on crit | Defense 2,361 | Crit Rate 37% | Renoir’s Drafts (Act 3) |
| Random Defense | Damage randomly multiplied 50-200% | N/A | Crit Rate 76% when maxed | Monolith – Paint Cage |
- Charging Critical boosts Gradient Charge and Defense, especially useful in late stages.
- Breaker and Critical Break boost Break damage and Crit rate.
- Random Defense can increase Crit Rate dramatically but adds some risk due to damage fluctuations.
Final Tips
- The ideal setup emphasizes Agility for speed, combined with critical-focused skills and gear.
- Using the right Pictos can dramatically increase your chances of landing high-damage Critical hits and setting up your Rank S attacks early.
- Teaming up with support characters ensures you keep Verso healthy and buffed, maximizing his damage output.
This build makes Verso a formidable force, capable of quick kills and heavy damage — perfect for tackling the toughest challenges in Clair Obscur.
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