GLOSSARY / Special Rules
Defense Level
At a Glance
A level used to calculate damage taken and defense skills.
GUIDEHow It Works
Check modifiers from the level difference with the attacker.
Resistance, Shield, and Defense Level are separate factors.
NOTESCommon Misunderstandings
- High Defense Level does not negate every attack or status effect.
EXAMPLEWorked Example
Reading Defense Level
- Check your Defense Level
- Compare it with the attacker's level
- Also check resistances and other factors
This diagram shows the basic mechanic. Check the skill or encounter description for specific effects and restrictions.
RELATEDRelated Terms
Offense Level
Special RulesA skill's offensive level, used in Clash and damage modifiers.
Guard
Battle BasicsA defense skill that normally absorbs incoming damage with Shield.
Resistance
Types and ResistancesHow readily the defender takes damage. A larger displayed resistance value generally means more damage taken.