Summoners War: Chronicles – The Ultimate Player’s Guide
Hey fellow Summoner! If you’ve just jumped into Summoners War: Chronicles (or you’re considering it) you’re in for a ride. I’ve been playing it, messing around with monsters, summoners, dungeons, raids—and picking up both wins and fails so you don’t have to learn everything the hard way. In this mega-guide, I’ll walk you through everything: from the basics, to advanced team comps, free-to-play (F2P) strategies, and what to do right now so you don’t fall behind. Think of it as your “player-to-player” road map—not just theory, but real advice from someone who’s been grinding.
I. Introduction to Summoners War: Chronicles
A. Overview of the game and features
Summoners War: Chronicles is a new installment in the Summoners War universe by Com2uS. It brings together monster collecting, real-time action combat, open world/MMO elements, and the familiar “giant library of monsters” that fans love. You pick a Summoner, gather monsters, explore continents, fight bosses, do raids, PvP, you name it. The game advertises that “over 520 Monsters” are available to collect.
It’s full of features: story progression, dungeons, raids, monster evolution/awakening, and even a “Tree of Heroes” system (we’ll get there). The gist: If you like monster-collecting + action RPG + MMO/time investment, this game has the components.
B. Game genre and gameplay style
From a player’s view: it’s a hybrid between gacha monster-collecting and action/MMO. It is not purely turn-based; you’ll have real-time combat, monster switching, skill usage, dodge mechanics in many cases.
C. Platform availability (mobile, PC)
Good news: you’re not just locked to mobile. It supports Android & iOS, and there’s a PC/Steam version. The Steam page lists release date 9 Nov 2022 for PC. If you like playing on a big screen or with keyboard/mouse, you’ve got the option. That cross-platform potential is nice (though you’ll want to check server/region details).
D. Community and player base overview
The Summoners War franchise is huge; Chronicles inherits that community. On release, there were many pre-registrations and hype. In Reddit posts:
“Chronicles feels more like a console game … maybe there’s a sweet spot …”
That tells me: many players compare it to more “serious” action RPGs rather than casual clickers. There’s a real player base, guilds, cross-server wars (in some forms), and enough content that you’ll want to stay active.
Okay—so we’ve covered what it is. Now let’s get you started on the right foot.
II. Getting Started and Beginner Guide
A. Account creation and installation
First step: download from your platform (App Store, Google Play, Steam). Once installed, you’ll likely choose a server (pick one that’s not dead, with active players). Create your account, link to Google/Apple/Steam so you don’t lose progress. Then pick your Summoner (we’ll cover choices soon).
My tip: if there’s region/union support, check your time zone and friend/guild options before selecting server.
B. Initial tutorial and basic mechanics
When you first launch, you’ll be guided through the story: you pick your Summoner, fight your first monsters, learn abilities, auto-quest mechanics, summon some monsters. The tutorial is important—don’t skip. It walks you through combat, switching monsters, elemental advantages, and gives you early rewards.
In fact, one beginner-guide site says:
“Everything you need to know for the first few days of gameplay.”
So knock out the tutorial and follow the early guidance.
C. First-time player tips and tricks
Join an active guild early: Even early on, a guild helps with resource bonuses, help, advice.
Don’t dump all resources on the first good monster: It’s tempting to pour everything into “that one” monster you summoned, but early game you want a balanced team.
Use auto-quest features smartly: The game supports auto-questing/auto-combat for many stages, but manual play will yield better results and more learning.
Prioritise elemental advantage: The game uses Fire/Water/Wind/Light/Dark system—pick monsters wisely. (We’ll cover more soon.)
Save premium currency for key events or banners: Because gacha mechanics are heavy, you want to get value on your summons.
Focus on progression, not skin-chasing: It’s easy to get overwhelmed by looks, skins, cosmetics; but gameplay and team synergy matter more early on.
D. New player resource guide
Resources you’ll deal with: monster shards/summoning scrolls, experience materials, gold/currency, upgrade mats, and so on. One guide says:
“Players can summon monsters or ‘pets’ … five elements … extremely low rates for highest rarity.”
So you’ll want to collect free resources via daily quests, log-in rewards, events. Avoid spending what you’ll regret later.
Also: early on, clearing easier stages for mats will build a foundation for your stronger monsters.
E. Early game progression strategy
Complete the story campaign to unlock core systems (monsters, classes, upgrading).
Build a small but effective team: one good DPS, one support/tank, one utility. Don’t try to build a huge roster immediately.
Do early dungeons and progression tasks to unlock upgrades, awaken monsters etc.
Summon smartly: preferably take advantage of beginner banners or guaranteed summon systems.
Join guilds or alliances to get extra rewards and help.
Keep your gear/upgrades in check: upgrading one or two monsters thoroughly is better than trying to upgrade six half-way.
Explore monster classes and elemental matchups early so you can plan your team composition.
By following these steps you’ll avoid many common traps (like spread resources too thin, ignoring upgrade systems, or picking a monster you later abandon).
III. Starter Characters and Selection
A. Best starter character guide
When you start, you’ll pick a Summoner (the “player character” type hero) — according to the wiki there are 3 initial Summoners (Orbia, Kina, Cleaf) each with different roles.
Typically:
Cleaf = tank/defensive role
Orbia = mage/offensive role
Kina = support role
Pick the one whose playstyle you prefer: melee/tank (if you like frontline), ranged/magic (if you like hitting hard), or support (if you enjoy utility and helping team).
If you’re unsure: pick the balanced one and plan to adapt later.
B. Starter character options
In many games like this, early “free pick” Summoners have limited yet reliable kits. Use them to progress until you unlock stronger ones. Make sure you use the free magnets, guide missions, and early banner picks intelligently.
C. Summoner selection guide
Prefer Summoner whose skill set you enjoy (cool visuals help!).
Ensure they have upgrade paths you can commit to (skills, gear).
Check early synergy with monsters you may summon (if your Summoner boosts monsters of certain type/element).
Don’t stress about picking “the best” Summoner because you’ll often be able to swap later—what matters is your early momentum.
D. Cleaf character overview
Since Cleaf is mentioned specifically: He is the tank variant, a Summoner with defensive/utility focus. If you want to be durable, solo a lot, and help carry more fragile DPS monsters, Cleaf is a solid pick. Early game you’ll appreciate his survivability. Later you may complement with gear or monster synergy.
E. Best starter monsters ranking
As a new player, you’ll get “starter monsters” from some summons or early missions—look for ones that:
Cover an elemental triangle (Fire/Water/Wind) plus possibly Light/Dark.
Fit your Summoner’s style (if you picked Cleaf, maybe pick monsters that help tank/utility).
Have good upgrade paths (rarer monsters, or those with awakening potential).
I won’t list specific monsters here (that would require a full database) but generally: aim for diversity early, then specialise.
Later in this guide we’ll talk about monster tier lists and what to prioritise.
IV. Monster Classification and Elements
A. Fire element monsters
Fire monsters deal high damage often vs Wind monsters, but are weak vs Water. Key characteristic: aggressive kits, burn effects, high DPS. Use Fire when you face Wind-type opponents.
B. Water element monsters
Water monsters often have control kits (slows, freezes) or sustain. They are strong vs Fire monsters, weak vs Wind (depending on system). If you face Fire heavy content, Water is your counter.
C. Wind element monsters
Wind monsters are fast, agile, good for utility, clearing mobs. They are strong vs Water, weak vs Fire. If you want speed/clear potential, Wind is a good option.
D. Light element monsters
Light monsters typically have special roles (healing, support, utility) and can counter Dark. They often have balanced kits and are widely used in PvP because of their niche.
E. Dark element monsters
Dark monsters are often damage-based, with high risk/high reward kits, counters Light. They may require more investment/strategy to use well.
F. Monster element advantages
Understanding elemental advantage is crucial: if your monster’s element counters the opponent’s, you’ll probably get bonus damage, critical chance, or other buffs; if you’re at a disadvantage, you suffer penalties. One guide states: elemental advantage gives bonus DMG + crit rate, while disadvantage gives negative effects.
In team composition this means: build for flexibility, include monsters of multiple elements, and change strategy depending on content. Ignoring elements will hamper your progression.
V. Monster Types and Classes
Monsters aren’t just element + role—they also have classes (knight, mage, assassin, etc). Let’s breakdown.
A. Knight class overview
Knights are the “tank / protector” type—they usually have high HP/defense, utility skills that support the team (taunt, protect, draw‐aggro). If you like being the wall, the shield, the one who holds the line—not always the flashy damage dealer—knight is your class.
B. Warrior class mechanics
Warriors are melee bruisers—they strike hard, take some damage, but also might require frontline positioning. They’re good for players who want to step into fights, handle mobs, maybe boss.
C. Mage class specialization
Mages deal magic damage, often ranged, use spells, control effects (freeze, burn, slow). They typically have lower defense/HP but high output. Great for clearing mobs or heavy single target damage if geared well.
D. Assassin class guide
Assassins are burst damage specialists—they strike quickly, maybe with stealth mechanics or high crit. They might need more skill (or gear) to shine, but when they do, they dominate. If you like high risk/high reward and you’re committing, pick assassin.
E. Archer class abilities
Archers bring ranged physical attacks, often with mobility, sustained DPS, and clearing capabilities. If you like hitting from afar, staying out of danger, this class is your match.
F. Priest class healing role
Priests are support/healers—they may not deal the highest damage, but their utility is crucial: healing allies, buffing them, controlling fights. If you prefer helping the team and staying valuable even with moderate gear, go priest.
By understanding both the element and the class of monsters, you’ll craft teams that not only deal damage, but synergise, survive, and clear content.
VI. Monster Rarity Tiers
A. 5-star natural (Nat 5) tier list
Nat 5 monsters (5-star natural) are your top tier—they’re rare pulls, strong base stats, excellent upgrade paths. If you score one early, consider focusing on them. But beware: they often require heavy investment to unlock full potential.
B. 4-star natural (Nat 4) guide
4-star monsters are the backbone of your early/mid game. Easier to pull, quicker to upgrade, and many are very viable. A smart player builds a solid 4-star lineup before obsessing over the Nat 5.
C. 3-star natural (Nat 3) analysis
3-stars are beginner friendly. They help you clear early content, experiment, learn game mechanics. But they will fall behind in endgame unless upgraded significantly. Don’t invest too much into many 3-stars if your goal is long-term.
D. Rarity classification system
The rarity system matters because it affects power ceiling, awakening/evolution paths, and time investment. One beginner guide mentions the gacha rates are low for highest rarities.
In practical terms: Pick a few monsters you like, invest smartly, don’t chase dozens of rare monsters at once.
VII. Monster Tier Lists and Rankings
A. Overall tier list 2025
By 2025 the community has established tier-lists of monsters (and summoners). These rank monsters by performance in PvE, PvP, endgame. While there is always change, you’ll find recurring names in “S-tier”, “A-tier” etc.
One reddit-guide thread summarises the early game and content side pretty well.
Use the tier list not as a rule-book, but as a guide.
B. S-tier best monsters
S-tier monsters are those who perform in almost all roles: PvE, PvP, raids. These are your “go-to” targets if you pull them. If you’re F2P, note that many S-tier monsters may require heavy investment—balance accordingly.
C. A-tier strong performers
A-tier are nearly as good but might be weaker in some niche areas or slightly harder to gear. Many F2P or early/mid players will use A-tier monsters as their core and still perform well.
D. B-tier viable options
B-tier monsters are perfectly serviceable—they may require more specific team builds or have weaker late-game potential, but they’re still good. If you like the character, or you found a good pull here, you can absolutely build with them.
E. PvE tier ranking
In PvE (story, dungeons, repetitive content), certain monsters shine because of AOE, sustain, or farming speed. A monster that’s great in PvP might be less efficient in PvE. Choose monsters accordingly depending on your goal.
F. PvP tier ranking
In competitive content (arena, RTA etc), tier lists differ. Survivability, control, burst finishing matter more. A monster that dominates PvE may struggle in PvP due to meta counters. Stay aware of your target mode.
VIII. Team Composition and Building
A. Team composition fundamentals
A balanced team often has: a tank/front-liner, a DPS, a support/utility or healer. In this game you’ll pick a Summoner + 3 monsters (or a full team of monsters depending on mode) so you need synergy between roles, elements, classes. Don’t simply pick your favourite monster—pick one that fits your team.
B. Best team comp guide
For example:
Front line: Knight (tank) Fire element
Back line: Mage (DPS) Water element
Support: Priest (healer/buff) Light element
This mixes classes + elements to cover weaknesses.
Another example for endgame: Assassin (burst) + Archer (ranged DPS) + Mage (AOE) with balanced elements.
C. Synergy and team combinations
Synergy matters: Some monsters/skills boost other monsters (e.g., buff all Fire type monsters + certain skill). Some elements amplify other classes. Build a team where abilities complement each other (stun + burst, heal + sustain, etc).
Also consider the active/passive skills of your Summoner (the “hero” you chose). That adds another layer of synergy.
D. Role-based team balance
Depending on the content:
For farming mobs: you might pick AOE/clear heavy team rather than tank.
For bossing: you need sustain + single-target DPS + maybe control.
For PvP: you might pick control + burst + counter units.
Adjust your team composition accordingly rather than using one fixed team for everything.
E. Optimal team strategies
Rotate monsters when one has elemental disadvantage.
Unlock and use awakened/evolved monsters when you can, because many team comps improve dramatically.
Use gear/runes to support team role (tank gets HP/DEF; DPS gets ATK/CRIT).
Participate in content early to get materials that unlock tier upgrades.
Don’t neglect your Summoner’s own skills/upgrades—they often amplify team potential.
IX. Monster Roles and Functions
A. Best DPS monsters
DPS monsters deal massive damage, either AOE or single target. In this game, archers, mages, assassins often fill this role. Use them to clear content faster, defeat bosses, dominate PvP.
B. Best tank monsters
Tanks absorb or mitigate damage, protect your DPS, control aggro. Knights and some warrior classes fill this. If you struggle with dying early, investing in a tank is wise.
C. Best support monsters
Support monsters buff your team, debuff the enemy, offer utility (speed boost, cooldown reduction, elemental manipulation). They’re less flashy but essential in tougher content, raids, PvP.
D. Best healer monsters
Healing monsters (often priest class) keep your team alive in long fights. If you find yourself repeatedly losing because you lack sustain, a healer is worth adding.
E. Utility monster selection
Utilities bring special mechanics: stun, freeze, power drain, crowd control. In higher tier content, utility often out-weights raw DPS. Picking one monster with useful utility can shift a battle.
Understanding these roles helps you craft a team that can handle all types of content rather than just “farm mode”.
X. Monster Abilities and Skills
A. Skills overview by class
Each monster (and Summoner) has skill sets: actives (you activate them), passives (always on), ultimate skills (big cooldowns). Skills differ by class: Mage spells, Warrior combos, Knight taunts. Learn what skills your monster has before you invest.
B. Abilities guide by role
DPS skills: high damage, cooldown reset, burst combos.
Support skills: buffs, debuffs, cooldown reduction, team enhancement.
Tank skills: taunt, shield, damage mitigation, HP regeneration.
Utility skills: stun, freeze, elemental barrier, crowd control.
Good players pick monsters whose skills match their role.
C. Passive ability system
Passive skills often give “extra damage vs certain element”, “speed boost”, “crit bonus”. These can change how you gear the monster (for example: if passive gives 0% crit rate, you gear accordingly). Don’t ignore passives—they matter.
D. Active skill mechanics
Active skills are what you’ll press (or where auto-play will use). Some have targeting, some are AOE. Knowing the range, cooldown, and best scenario to use them matters. During boss fights or manual play you’ll want to time skills rather than just pressing everything.
E. Ability scaling system
As your monster levels, evolves, is awakened, skills scale up: damage, cooldowns shorten, extra effects unlock. Thus upgrading monsters and unlocking their full skill tree is important for long-term viability. Don’t just use a monster for a while and then ditch it—you’ll lose a lot of potential.
XI. Rune System and Equipment
A. Rune system overview
Like many monster-gacha games, Chronicles has gear systems (runes, artifacts, talismans) that you equip to enhance your monsters. These gear pieces modify stats, provide set bonuses, upgrade potential. One beginner guide states: the gacha system is central, and gear/runes are key for progression.
Expect to collect gear sets, complete upgrades, and specialise by monster role.
B. Rune farming guide
Find the best dungeons/farms that drop the rune sets you need. Early game you may grab “basic” gear; mid/later game you’ll farm “high tier” sets. Auto-battle may help, but manual play (especially for bloat-gear) often pays off.
Tips: Focus on one or two rune sets first—don’t spread your rune farming across ten sets and level nothing to 2.
C. Rune set recommendations
For each role, certain sets are recommended:
DPS: Attack/CRIT/Speed sets
Tank: HP/DEF/Shield sets
Support: Speed/Recovery/Utility sets
Early on, pick easy-to-get sets rather than waiting for “perfect” gear.
D. Artifact guide and usage
Artifacts (or equivalent gear) give unique bonuses—like extra skills, stat multipliers, unique effects. They often require rarer materials and are end-game focused. If you can equip a strong artifact on a core monster you’ll see big gains.
E. Talisman system mechanics
Talismans (if the system exists) provide extra passive bonuses or slots for unique enhancements. They might unlock later in the game. Many players ignore them early but regret it when they hit mid-game—so keep some materials aside if you can.
XII. Equipment Enhancement and Upgrading
A. Equipment upgrade process
Equip your monster, then upgrade gear via materials (crafting mats, upgrade stones). Upgrades often increase base stat, unlock new slots, or enhance set bonuses. One of the beginner guides pointed out: duplication of monsters, resource management and system understanding matter.
Make upgrading a habit.
B. Enhancement material farming
You’ll need mats: upgrade stones, fusion materials, evolution stones. These drop from dungeons, events, raids. Prioritise doing those daily/weekly tasks. Missing out on materials slows progression.
C. Rune optimization guide
Rune optimisation is about: set choice, stat roll, sub-stats, upgrades. For example: if your DPS monster has good base ATK, you gear attacks first before crit. Upgrade sub-stats like crit damage, speed as relevant.
Avoid: putting high upgrade runes on monsters you’ll abandon shortly.
D. Build optimization strategy
Pick your target monster(s). Gear them fully before moving to the next. Use shared materials budget wisely. Also adapt gear when you change modes (PvE vs PvP) because the stat priorities might shift (speed in PvP vs attack in PvE).
E. Stat priority by role
DPS: Attack > Crit rate (≥50-60%) > Crit damage > Speed
Tank: HP > DEF > Resistance/Speed
Support: Speed > Effect > HP or Attack depending
These are general; always check monster’s base kit.
XIII. Monster Awakening and Evolution
A. Awakening system guide
Monsters often have an “awakening” stage: you gather awakening materials, unlock new appearances/stats, sometimes new skills. This is a major power bump. One summary
B. Monster evolution process
Evolution (or star upgrade) increases base star rating of monsters (from 3-star to 4-star etc) and raises level caps. This is slower and more resource heavy but essential for endgame.
Plan: evolve your core monster when you’ve gear and materials ready rather than rush.
C. Awakening material farming
Materials drop from special dungeons or events. Use your daily/weekly dungeon runs to collect these. Don’t ignore event rewards—they often give awakening mats.
D. Awakening priority guide
Prioritise monster awakenings based on: role value, team synergy, performance across modes. A monster that can boss, farm, AND be useful in PvP is a better candidate for heavy investment.
E. Evolution stone farming
Likewise: evolution stones are rarer, so farm smartly. If you wait until you have full gear, you’ll be ready; doing evolution too early with weak gear may be wasteful.
XIV. Progression Systems
A. Leveling guide and strategy
Leveling your Summoner, monsters, gear matters. Use story quest for early levels, then repeatable dungeons for grinding. One guide highlights
B. Fast leveling methods
Use XP/EXP boosters if available
Clear daily tasks, challenges
Choose maps with high XP reward to time cost ratio
Use auto-questing when you’re idle but check for special manual content
C. Experience farming spots
Every game has “sweet spots”—maps you clear quickly and give strong XP + gear drops. Identify these early and farm them. Use energy/stamina wisely.
D. Level progression path
Early game: story mode unlocks systems
Mid game: upgrade gear/monsters, unlock dungeons, awaken monsters
Late game: end-game raids, PvP meta, unstoppable teams
Map your goals accordingly and don’t skip steps.
E. Power level advancement
“Power” in this game = your team’s effectiveness (gear, monsters, level). Focus on increasing your power steadily rather than chasing ultra high jumps. Consistent grinding + smart upgrades yield results.
XV. Dungeon and PvE Content
A. Dungeon guide overview
Dungeons are the core of PvE: you’ll have elemental dungeons, clear stages, bosses, secret dungeons. Use them for gear, materials, awakening mats.
One early review calls Chronicles “a mobile MMO … shares a lot of quirks …”
So treat dungeons seriously: some manual play may be required, not always full auto.
B. Secret dungeons strategy
Secret dungeons drop exclusive gear or rare mats. Make sure you unlock them ASAP and farm when accessible. Their entry conditions may require key items, so check your quest log.
C. Spider dungeon mechanics
Many mobile games have special dungeons like “Spider” where you face waves or timed tasks. Learn the mechanics of each dungeon type so you avoid wasting entries.
D. Boss fight tactics
Bosses require different strategy than mobs. You’ll want strong single-target DPS, utility (debuffs, control), maybe survival gear. Prepare gear, skills, and monster roles accordingly.
In addition, raid bosses need coordination (see next section).
E. Basic dungeons progression
Start with the easiest ones, finish all rewards, then move to harder difficulty. Many dungeons come with “normal” → “hard” → “very hard” modes. Unlock manual mode to utilise your team fully.
XVI. Raid and Endgame Content
A. Elite raid guide
Raids are meant for groups (or high-power solo players) to conquer huge bosses. They drop epic gear, rare mats, awakening/evolution stones. Make sure you join raid-friendly guilds.
B. Raid mechanics overview
Raids often have phases, mechanics (enrage, adds, damage checks). Learn each boss’s trick. Failing repeatedly? Change your team composition, gear, or strategy.
Early critics noted: some of the “boss content” felt standard, but still required attention.
C. Raid rewards and farming
Raid loot often gives the biggest jumps in power. Prioritise doing raid once you can clear reliably—even if slow. Sustainability over speed at first.
D. Raid team composition
For raids, you’ll want: strong clear monster, support (healer/buff), utility (control/debuff) and maybe a “cleanup” DPS. Use synergy and gear matching.
E. Raid difficulty scaling
As you progress, the raid difficulty skyrockets. Don’t be discouraged if you fail early. Focus on improving gear, awakening more monsters, optimising runes, and repeat until you clear. Patience + smart upgrades > brute force.
XVII. PvP and Competitive Content
A. PvP arena guide
In the Arena you face other players’ teams (or replays) in ranked battles. Win rewards, climb ranks. Key differences: speed matters, utility matters, survivability matters. A monster that dominates PvE may not work in Arena.
One site mentions: daily fights in the Arena test your strength.
B. RTA (Real-Time Arena) guide
If this game supports real-time player vs player (some mobile MMOs do), then you’ll also face players live, requiring good reflexes, monster/team knowledge, and meta awareness.
Note: though I didn’t find full details for Chronicles, community posts discuss competitive content as “less passive” than traditional mobile.
C. Arena ranking system
Rankings may reward seasonal resets, banner titles, exclusive gear. Be aware of reset timers—plan your climbs before reset week ends.
D. PvP team building
Focus on monsters with control, quick clearing, counter mechanics. Speed often rules the Arena. Runes, artifacts, roles must align to PvP demands (often different from PvE). If you build only for story content you might hit a wall.
E. Competitive strategy
Study what top players use (you’ll find this in discord/wiki/streamers). Meta changes matter. For example: if one monster is overpowered in Arena, many players will ban it or gear counters. Stay flexible.
XVIII. Tree of Heroes System
A. Tree of Heroes overview
This is a progression system in Chronicles where you unlock extra nodes (perks, passive boosts) by fulfilling certain conditions. It gives account-wide boosts rather than per monster.
Seen mentioned among content: “Tree of Heroes system” is part of the feature list.
B. Tree progression guide
Complete story chapters, special tasks, event missions to unlock tree nodes. Prioritise nodes that give universal bonuses (Speed, Summoner damage, Monster HP) rather than niche ones first.
C. Hero evolution path
As you unlock Tree nodes, your Summoner/Monsters get stronger. This helps you progress faster across modes. Think of the Tree as “meta-upgrade” not just “one monster upgrade”.
D. Tree rewards explanation
Rewards include: stat boosts, gear discounts, summon bonuses, resource boosts. Don’t ignore smaller nodes—they accumulate.
E. Tree optimization strategy
Don’t blindly invest in one branch. Spread across branches that benefit your team and progression. Check community guides for best paths (some nodes better early on).
XIX. Summoning and Gacha System
A. Summoning mechanics guide
Summoning monsters is central. Use scrolls, banners, special events. The early guide mentions: 5-Star monsters have very low rates.
You will want to save your summons for special banners with boosted odds.
B. Gacha rates and probabilities
The beginner guide states:
5-Star: ~1% chance
4-Star: ~9% chance
3-Star: ~90% chance
Also there is a “pity” or guarantee system after many pulls.
That means getting a top monster is difficult—plan accordingly.
C. Mystic summon guide
Mystic or special summons may offer improved odds or special monster pools. Use them when you have resources, and try to synchronise with banners that support your team needs.
D. Summoning strategy and tips
Save for banners that benefit your desired role/element.
Use your beginner free summons wisely.
Don’t put all resources into summons if you haven’t upgraded your team yet—it’s about balance.
Consider rerolling early (if supported) to get one strong monster to start with (see section XXII for reroll).
E. Free summoning opportunities
Look out for log-in rewards, event banners, new player bonuses. The more free summons you collect, the better your early jump. Use them to fill team gaps rather than chasing rare monsters only.
XX. Resource Management
A. Energy system mechanics
Most games of this type use a stamina/energy mechanic to limit how many missions you can run. Use your energy efficiently: spend full value, avoid letting it cap out (wasted time).
One player said Chronicles is more “manual focus” than typical auto-games.
So you’ll want to optimise how you spend runes/energy.
B. Stamina management guide
Spend your stamina/energy on the best runs for your interval. If you can log in multiple times a day, use shorter sessions with high yield runs rather than one long session and idle.
C. Currency types overview
Currencies vary: free currency from quests, premium currency from purchases/events, crafting mats etc. Know what each currency is for (summons, gear, awakening) and prioritise them based on your progression stage.
D. Efficient resource usage
Spend smart: Upgrading monster or gear with minimal return early is wasteful. Save for key upgrades, invest in monsters you’ll keep. Use temporary boosts when you’ll use them (e.g., just before a big event) rather than on standby.
XXI. Path of Growth
A. Path of Growth overview
This is the long-term roadmap of your account: story → monsters → gear → endgame → meta PvP. The game describes it as “Growth progression guide … growth rewards explanation”.
B. Growth progression guide
Start with easy content, build steady. As you grow, shift focus to tougher dungeons, awaken monsters, build meta team, unlock Tree of Heroes, compete in raid/PvP.
C. Growth rewards explanation
Rewards come from story chapters, daily log-in, milestones (level, summoned monsters, awakened). Use them to jump ahead without spending money.
D. Growth strategy for players
Short term: complete story for key unlocks.
Mid term: build team of 3-5 solid monsters, gear them.
Long term: participate in meta content, maximise gear, evolve/awaken monsters, build for PvP/raids.
Keep flexibility: meta changes, new monsters release, patch updates. Be ready to adapt.
E. Beginner progression path
Weeks 1-4: Focus: story, free summons, gear core monsters.
Months 1-3: Focus: rune/gear optimisation, awaken key monsters, join guild.
Months 3+: Focus: raid/endgame, PvP climb, meta team, special events.
XXII. Game Modes and Content
A. Story mode campaign
The main story is your entry point: good for learning mechanics, unlocking content, earning rewards. Use it to explore and get comfortable.
B. Quest guide and rewards
Side quests, daily/weekly quests, event quests—they’re both mandatory and optional. Don’t skip optional—they often give key materials or summon currency.
C. Daily dungeon system
Daily dungeons refresh every day—perfect for grinding gear, mats, and upgrading. Set a routine (login right after reset).
D. Campaign progression
Campaign difficulties increase; as you move from normal to hard to endgame you’ll face tougher enemies. Upgrade your team accordingly.
E. Content availability
Events, new dungeons, multiplayer modes often unlock over time. Keep checking the news/patch notes so you don’t miss limited-time content.
XXIII. Debuff and Control Mechanics
A. Crowd control guide
Control (stun, freeze, slow) is very powerful in harder content: it prevents enemy actions, lets you survive longer, and increases your win rate. Many high-tier monsters specialise in CC.
B. Debuffer monsters
Monsters who debuff (reduce enemy defence, slow speed, apply burn/poison) amplify your DPS’s damage; they are often undervalued early but shine later.
C. CC mechanics overview
Understand how each control works, its duration, cooldown, whether it is resisted. Some monsters have “unresistable” CC or long duration—those are precious.
D. Control strategy application
In boss fights: Bring a debuffer + control monster to allow your DPS to shine. In PvP: anticipate enemy control and build monsters with resist or immunity.
E. Buff and debuff interaction
Some monsters gain bonuses if enemy has debuff (for example +50% damage). Build interactions. Also, gear runes that boost effect application/resist help. Understanding this synergy separates average players from good ones.
XXIV. Damage and Sustain
A. Damage calculation system
Damage is based on monster’s base attack, gear/runes, crit/crit damage, elemental advantage, buffs/debuffs, awakened/evolved stats. One guide gives example of elemental advantage: +20% damage when you counter the element.
So increasing these factors is key.
B. DPS monster optimization
To maximise DPS: pick high base damage monster, gear it with Attack/CRIT runes, make sure its skills are levelled, awaken it, choose synergy monsters. Don’t ignore support though— DPS shines when team supports it.
C. Sustain mechanics guide
Sustain = your team’s ability to survive long fights. Tanks, healers, support runes (HP, defence, resistance) matter. In longer content (raids, endgame dungeons) sustain often matters more than burst.
D. Healing strategy
If you include healer monsters, gear them with Speed, HP>Attack, and skills that increase team sustain. A good healer can turn a wipe into a win.
E. Damage mitigation tactics
Mitigation = preventing damage. Use gear that boosts DEF/RES, skills that provide shields or invincibility, monsters with taunt/absorb mechanisms. In difficult content you’ll want mitigation built in.
XXV. Progression Strategy by Level
A. Early game strategy
Focus on story, free summons, build core team, upgrade basic gear, unlock key systems (awakening, runes). Avoid meta obsessing early; enjoy the journey.
B. Mid-game progression
You have some decent monsters, awaken them, gear them, unlock advanced dungeons/raids, join guilds, participate in events. Start focusing on team synergy and monster roles.
C. Late-game content
Endgame: high difficulty dungeons, competitive PvP, meta monsters, gear cap, raid leadership. Your monster roster, gear, awakening, and strategy determine your success.
D. Endgame optimization
At this stage: optimize gear sets, runes, artifacts; push for awakened legends; specialise in one or two monster/roles; dominate your chosen mode (raid, PvP). Efficiency wins now.
E. Long-term progression plan
It’s a marathon not a sprint. Set long-term goals: e.g., “within 3 months I’ll have awakened X monster”, “within 6 months I’ll reach mid-tier PvP”. Track your progress and adjust monthly.
XXVI. Free-to-Play Strategy
A. F2P viability guide
Yes, you can play F2P and enjoy Chronicles. The key: smart use of free resources, participation in events, building strong but manageable team rather than chasing all the rare monsters. Many players discuss F2P viability in forums.
B. Free-to-play farming paths
Focus on daily log-in, event quests, dungeons with free entries, beginner banners, reroll/early rewards. Use auto-quest when you’re offline. Prioritise monsters that are “good enough” rather than waiting for perfect.
C. P2W vs. F2P comparison
Pay-to-win (P2W) players will get rare monsters faster, gear faster, maybe dominate early. But F2P players who are consistent can still reach high levels and enjoy the game. As one guide said: review shows monetisation is heavy.
So yes: spending helps, but strategy, consistency, and patience keep you in the game.
D. Budget team building
Pick 2-3 reliable monsters, gear them steadily. Don’t chase every banner. Build a core Summoner team, invest in those. Over time add stronger monsters when you pull them. Use gear from events to reduce spending.
E. Free player progression
Set monthly goals, complete every free activity, use resources wisely. There's no shame in being F2P—many players are and still love the game. Network with guild-mates for help, trade knowledge.
XXVII. Community and Expert Resources
A. Reddit community discussions
Forums like Reddit have threads on Chronicles: user-reviews, guides, tier lists, beginner help. Example: full guide for early days.
Good place to ask “what should I invest in” or “how to build this monster”.
B. Wiki and fan guides
Fan wikis (like Fandom) cover monsters, summoners, evolution routes. Good for looking up what you pulled, what to focus on. Example: wiki states Summoners list.
C. YouTube guide recommendations
Many creators post walkthroughs, tier lists, monster reviews. Watch to see practical gameplay and builds. Eg. YouTube intro video.
D. Discord community channels
Join Discords of your region/server. They often have event info, monster trades, strategy chats. Being active helps you stay ahead.
E. Streamer tier lists
Streamers often give tier lists, monster reviews, update breakdowns. Use their lists as a guide but not replacement for your own decisions.
XXVIII. Update and Meta Information
A. Latest patch notes
Always check patch notes when they drop: new monsters, balance changes, new gear. The meta can shift overnight. Example: review mentions game still obtaining updates.
B. Meta changes and shifts
What’s meta today may be mid-tier tomorrow. Buffs/nerfs change monster value. Flexibility is key.
C. Monster balance adjustments
When a monster gets buffed, it may move to higher tier. One newer player stated: “Chronicles feels more like a console game where you need to be more focused…”
This indicates meta changes may require more skill rather than just gear.
D. New content releases
Watch for new continents, new dungeons, new monsters. These often bring new gear, new metas, and medal opportunities.
E. Anniversary celebration events
Anniversary events often give large rewards (free summons, gear, special monsters). Make sure you participate—they can jump-start your account.
XXIX. FAQs and Troubleshooting
A. Frequently asked questions
Q: Can I play F2P and enjoy late game?
A: Yes—but you’ll need consistent play, smart resource use, focus on core team.
Q: Do I need to manual-play everything?
A: Early on yes for learning; later many runs can be auto, but for high end content manual still gives advantage.
Q: Which monster should I invest in first?
A: Pick one you like and is viable in multiple modes (PvE + raids). Gear them up before expanding.
B. Beginner common mistakes
Investing heavily in many monsters at once (spread thin)
Ignoring gear/runing systems
Summoning impulsively without checking banners or strategy
Neglecting elemental advantage and monster synergy
Skipping guilds/events
C. Progression troubleshooting
Stuck at a certain dungeon? Check: Is your monster at proper gear level? Do you have elemental counter? Are you using control/debuffs? Often small tweak = big result.
D. Monster selection help
Got a good pull but unsure what to do? Check community tier lists, monster role (DPS/support/tank), synergy with your current team. Don’t gear just because it’s rare—gear because it fits your team.
E. Strategy and gameplay questions
Need strategy? Use online guides, watch videos. Example: Beginner guide on BlueStacks covers gacha, combat.
Always adapt strategies that fit your playtime and goals.
XXX. Complete Resource Guide
A. Monster list database
Use fan wiki for full lists of monsters, rarity, skills.
B. Skill database and lookup
Look up each monster’s skill kit, passive, upgrade path. This helps you pick who to invest in.
C. Rune guide comprehensive
Find guides on gear sets, runing best practices, stat priorities by role.
D. Complete beginner handbook
Use this article + online beginner guides to map your first weeks.
E. Overall game resource compilation
Bookmark websites, Discords, YouTube channels where updates/tips drop. Keep them handy.
Alright Summoner—there you have it: everything you need to hit the ground running in Summoners War: Chronicles. From picking your Summoner, building your monster team, understanding gear/runes, to navigating meta, events, and long-term progression.
The biggest takeaway: Pick what you enjoy, invest smartly, and stay consistent. You will see results. The path to end-game is long but rewarding—and with smart choices you’ll enjoy the journey rather than get stuck.
Now go: summon your monsters, collect your gear, join the guilds—and write your chronicle across the vast world of Rahil! May your pulls be lucky, your battles victorious—and your monster roster unstoppable.