Trailblazer (Destruction) Guide and Best Builds

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Introductions

Trailblazer (Destruction) is a 5-Star character from the Physical element who follows the Path of Destruction. Destruction Trailblazer is a DPS and the first character that is obtained in game. The Destruction Trailblazer can deal devastating single target hits as well as blast AoE damage from their ultimate making them a very decent damage dealer early on in the game since you can also easily acquire all their eidolons very quickly.
Our Trailblazer (Destruction) Build Guide will show you the best Light Cones, Relics, and team compositions to help you build the best Trailblazer (Destruction).

Trailblazer (Destruction)'s Best Light Cone

Listed below are the Light Cones we recommend for Trailblazer (Destruction).

Thus Burns the Dawn
S1

The wearer's base SPD increases by 12 / 14 / 16 / 18 / 20. When dealing DMG, ignores 18.0 / 22.5 / 27.0 / 31.5 / 36.0% of the target's DEF. After the wearer uses Ultimate, gains "Blazing Sun," which is removed at the start of the turn. While holding "Blazing Sun," increases the wearer's DMG dealt by 60.0 / 78.0 / 96.0 / 114.0 / 132.0%.

Sources: Event Warp (limited)

Thus Burns the Dawn is a 5-star light cone and currently the Destruction Trailblazer's BiS. This light cone increases the Trailblazer's SPD and ignores 18% enemy DEF when dealing DMG. After the use of their ultimate "blazing sun" is gained, increasing DMG by 60%. The higher base SPD enables more frequent turns, leading to increased overall damage and faster breaking of enemy Weaknesses.

On the Fall of an Aeon
S1

When the wearer attacks, increases their ATK by 8.0 / 10.0 / 12.0 / 14.0 / 16.0% in this battle. This effect can stack up to 4 time(s). After the wearer breaks an enemy's Weakness, increases DMG dealt by 12.0 / 15.0 / 18.0 / 21.0 / 24.0%, lasting for 2 turn(s).

Sources: Herta's Store

On the Fall of an Aeon is a great 5 star Light Cone for Destruction Trailblazer. It provides 8% ATK whenever they attack, stacking up to 4 times for a total of 32% ATK. After inflicting a Weakness Break, they also gain 12% increased DMG. Alongside its strong offensive bonuses, it's also a free-to-play option that can be obtained from Herta's Store.

A Secret Vow
S5

Increases DMG dealt by the wearer by 20.0 / 25.0 / 30.0 / 35.0 / 40.0%. The wearer also deals an extra 20.0 / 25.0 / 30.0 / 35.0 / 40.0% of DMG to enemies whose current HP percentage is equal to or higher than the wearer's current HP percentage.

Sources: Stellar Warp

This 4-star light cone increases the Trailblazers damage by 40% as well as deals 20% additional damage to enemies that have HP equal to or higher than the Trailblazer which is a nice potential 40% damage increase.

Something Irreplaceable
S1

Increases the wearer's ATK by 24.0 / 28.0 / 32.0 / 36.0 / 40.0%. When the wearer defeats an enemy or is hit, immediately restores HP equal to 8.0 / 9.0 / 10.0 / 11.0 / 12.0% of the wearer's ATK. At the same time, the wearer's DMG is increased by 24.0 / 28.0 / 32.0 / 36.0 / 40.0% until the end of their next turn. This effect cannot stack and can only trigger 1 time per turn.

Sources: Stellar Warp

Something Irreplaceable increases the Trailblazer's ATK by 24% and when an enemy is defeated or the Trailblazer is hit HP equal to 8% of the Trailblazer's ATK is also restored. In addition, the Trailblazer's damage is increased by 24%.

The Moles Welcome You
S5

When the wearer uses Basic ATK, Skill, or Ultimate to attack enemies, the wearer gains one stack of Mischievous. Each stack increases the wearer's ATK by 12.0 / 15.0 / 18.0 / 21.0 / 24.0%.

Sources: Stellar Warp

The Moles Welcome You is a 4-star Light Cone where stacks of "Mischievous" are gained by using Basic ATK, Skill and Ultimate which increases their ATK up to 24%, providing a solid boost to their overall damage output.

Indelible Promise
S5

Increases the wearer's Break Effect by 28.0 / 35.0 / 42.0 / 49.0 / 56.0%. When the wearer uses their Ultimate, increases CRIT Rate by 15.0 / 18.8 / 22.5 / 26.3 / 30.0%, lasting for 2 turn(s).

Sources: Stellar Warp

Best Relics and Planar Ornaments for Trailblazer (Destruction)

Best Relics for Trailblazer (Destruction).

These are the best Relic sets for Trailblazer (Destruction).

Wavestrider Captain

2-Piece Set: Increases CRIT DMG by 16.0%.

4-Piece Set: When the wearer becomes the target of another ally target's ability, gains 1 stack of "Help," stacking up to 2 time(s). If there are 2 stack(s) of "Help" when the wearer uses their Ultimate, consumes all "Help" to increase the wearer's ATK by 48.0% for 1 turn(s).

Wavestrider Captain is a great 4-piece Relic Set for Destruction Trailblazer as it increases their overall Crit damage through the 2-piece while the 4-piece provides a significant ATK increase when using their ultimate after gaining stacks of "help" which is acquired by being the target of an allies ability.

Scholar Lost in Erudition

2-Piece Set: Increases CRIT Rate by 8.0%.

4-Piece Set: Increases DMG dealt by Skill and Ultimate by 20.0%. After using Ultimate, additionally increases the DMG dealt by the next Skill by 25.0%.

Scholar Lost in Erudition is a strong 4-piece Relic set for Destruction Trailblazer. The 2-piece effect grants 8% Crit Rate, improving the consistency of critical hits. The 4-piece increases Skill and Ultimate DMG by 20%, and after using the Ultimate, the next Skill deals an additional 25% DMG. Together, these effects significantly enhance the Trailblazer's overall damage output.

Champion of Streetwise Boxing

2-Piece Set: Increases Physical DMG by 10.0%.

4-Piece Set: After the wearer attacks or is hit, their ATK increases by 5.0% for the rest of the battle. This effect can stack up to 5 time(s).

Best Planar Ornaments

Rutilant Arena

2-Piece Set: Increases the wearer's CRIT Rate by 8.0%. When the wearer's current CRIT Rate reaches 70.0% or higher, DMG dealt by Basic ATK and Skill increases by 20.0%.

Rutilant Arena increases the Trailblazers Crit Rate by 8% and when their Crit Rate reaches or exceeds 70% the DMG dealt from their Basic ATK and skill increases by 20%.

Firmament Frontline: Glamoth

2-Piece Set: Increases the wearer's ATK by 12.0%. When the wearer's SPD is equal to or higher than 135/160, the wearer deals 12.0%/18.0% more DMG.

Firmament Frontline Glamoth increases the Trailblazer's ATK by 12% and when their SPD is equal to or higher than 135/160 then their damage is increased by 12%/18%.

Inert Salsotto

2-Piece Set: Increases the wearer's CRIT Rate by 8.0%. When the wearer's current CRIT Rate reaches 50.0% or higher, the DMG dealt by the wearer's Ultimate and Follow-Up ATK increases by 15.0%.

Increases the Trailblazers Crit Rate by 8% and when Crit Rate is 50% or more the DMG dealt from the ultimate is increased by 15%.

Space Sealing Station

2-Piece Set: Increases the wearer's ATK by 12.0%. When the wearer's SPD reaches 120 or higher, the wearer's ATK increases by an extra 12.0%.

Trailblazer (Destruction)'s Stat Priority

Body

CRIT Rate

CRIT DMG

Feet

SPD

ATK

Planar Sphere

Physical DMG Boost

Link Rope

ATK

Stat Priority

CRIT Rate

CRIT DMG

ATK

SPD

Recommended Endgame Stats for Trailblazer (Destruction)

3400+

DEF

1000+

ATK

3000+

SPD

134+

CRIT DMG

130+

CRIT Rate

70+

Traces Priority

Skills Priority

Ultimate > Skill > Talent > Basic

Major Traces Priority

Fighting Will> Ready for Battle> Tenacity

Trailblazer (Destruction) Build Comments

Character Overview Kit Overview

Character Explanation

The Destruction Trailblazer is a straightforward DPS character that focuses on dealing consistent Physical damage while applying solid Weakness Break pressure. Their kit offers a mix of single target and Blast attacks, with an Ultimate that can be tailored to the situation, either delivering a powerful hit against a single enemy or damaging multiple targets at once. While they lack the more complex mechanics seen in newer Trailblazer Paths, they remain a dependable option thanks to their reliable damage, good Toughness reduction and easy to build nature.

Destruction Trailblazer performs particularly well against Physical weak enemies and in encounters with multiple targets. Their flexible Ultimate allows them to adapt between boss fights and wave based content without much trouble. Since they don't rely on specific teammates or complicated setups to function, they fit comfortably into a wide variety of team compositions and can provide steady damage throughout a battle.

Kit Overview

Destruction Trailblazer's Basic ATK deals Physical damage to a single enemy while generating a Skill Point, making it a reliable option when managing resources. Their Skill expands on this by striking the main target and adjacent enemies, giving them some additional crowd controlling potential without sacrificing too much single target damage.

Their Ultimate can be used in one of two ways depending on the situation. Blowout: Farewell Hit focuses all of its power into a single target, making it ideal for bosses and endgame enemies, while Blowout: RIP Home Run trades some of that damage for greater area coverage by hitting nearby enemies as well. Their Talent, Perfect Pickoff, further boosts their damage by granting stacking ATK buffs whenever they inflict a Weakness Break. Altogether, the kit is simple but effective, offering a balance of consistent damage, flexible target coverage and strong synergy with Physical Weakness Breaks.

Trailblazer (Destruction)'s Best Teams

To learn all about Destruction Trailblazer's synergies and best team compositions, check our dedicated Destruction Trailblazer team page below:

Destruction Trailblazer Teams

Trailblazer (Destruction)'s Best Eidolons

E4 – Attacking Weakness Broken enemies increases the Trailblazer's Crit Rate by 25%. This Crit Rate helps them land Crit hits more consistently, resulting in higher overall damage and faster enemy defeats. It can also help trigger E6 more reliably, providing more consistent ATK buffs. Overall, this is considered the Trailblazer's most important Eidolon, as it greatly boosts both their personal damage.
E1 – Enemies defeated by the Trailblazer's Ultimate regenerate 10 Energy for the Trailblazer. This improves Ultimate uptime and damage consistency, making it especially useful in content with multiple waves or large groups of weaker enemies.
E6 – After the Trailblazer defeats an enemy, their Talent is triggered without requiring a Weakness Break to be inflicted. While this can be very useful in AoE encounters with multiple enemies, its significantly less useful for boss fights, where there are often few or no additional enemies to defeat therefore making it less impactful.
E2 – Trailblazer restores 5% HP based off their ATK when attacking enemies with Physical Weakness. This is just a nice extra bit of self sustain although if the enemy doesn't have Physical weakness this will not make any impact.

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