The Shorekeeper Ascension Materials and Skills

The Shorekeeper of the Black Shores, a mysterious divine being governing the essence of aloofness, emerges in response to your summon. Having spent eons in guardianship, the first stirrings of emotion and desire awaken within her heart, fostering a firm determination to connect with the world.

Upgrade Cost

Skill Upgrade Cost

To max out all of The Shorekeeper’s skills, gather these Forte materials:

• 25 LF Whisperin Core
• 28 MF Whisperin Core
• 40 HF Whisperin Core
• 57 FF Whisperin Core
• 25 Lento Helix
• 28 Adagio Helix
• 55 Andante Helix
• 67 Presto Helix
• 26 Sentinel’s Dagger
• 2,030,000 Shell Credits

Ascension and Level Cost

These are the materials you need to ascend The Shorekeeper to Level 90:

• 4 LF Whisperin Core
• 12 MF Whisperin Core
• 12 HF Whisperin Core
• 4 FF Whisperin Core
• 46 Topological Confinement
• 60 Nova
• 170,000 Shell Credits

Skills

Normal Attack: Origin Calculus

Basic Attack

Perform up to 4 consecutive attacks, dealing Spectro DMG. Each hit generates 1 Collapsed Core.

Heavy Attack

Hold the Normal Attack Button to enter Unbound Form, which consumes STA continuously. While in this form, Shorekeeper will:

– Generate a segment of Deductive Data every second;

– Automatically collect nearby plant collectibles.

Using up all STA or actions such as casting Basic Attack will end the Unbound Form and deal Spectro DMG to the target. Each accumulated segment of Deductive Data will convert into a segment of Empirical Data and generate a Collapsed Core.

Mid-air Attack

Consume STA to perform a Plunging Attack. Each hit generates 1 Collapsed Core. Quickly Press the Normal Attack Button after the Plunging Attack to perform Basic Attack Stage 2.

Dodge Counter

Press the Normal Attack Button after a successful Dodge to attack a target, dealing Spectro DMG.

Resonance Skill: Chaos Theory

Restore HP for all nearby party members and summon 5 Dim Star Butterflies, which automatically track and attack a target, dealing Spectro DMG. Follow up with Basic Attack in time to start the Basic Attack cycle from Stage 2.

Can be performed in mid-air.

Resonance Liberation: End Loop

Outer Stellarealm

Generate the Outer Stellarealm to restore HP for all party members within its effective range continuously. This effect can be triggered once every 3s.

Inner Stellarealm

When a party member uses Intro Skill within the Outer Stellarealm, it evolves into the Inner Stellarealm. Within the effective range of the Inner Stellarealm, for every 0.2% of Shorekeeper’s Energy Regen, all party members gain 0.01% bonus Crit. Rate, up to 12.5%.

Inner Stellarealm has all the effects of the Outer Stellarealm.

Supernal Stellarealm

When a party member uses Intro Skill within the Inner Stellarealm, it evolves into the Supernal Stellarealm. Within the effective range of the Supernal Stellarealm, for every 0.1% of Shorekeeper’s Energy Regen, all party members gain a 0.01% increase of Crit. DMG, up to 25%.

Supernal Stellarealm has all the effects of the Inner Stellarealm.

When Supernal Stellarealm is generated, Shorekeeper’s first Intro Skill triggered in its duration will be replaced with Intro Skill Discernment. This effect takes place once each time a Supernal Stellarealm is generated.

Inherent Skill: Life Entwined

When a Resonator other than Shorekeeper takes a fatal blow, they will not be knocked out and will instead be healed for 50% of Shorekeeper’s HP while Shorekeeper loses the same amount of HP. Shorekeeper’s HP will not go below 1 from this effect. This effect can be triggered once every 10 minutes.

Inherent Skill: Self Gravitation

When the Resonator on the field is within the effective range of a Stellarealm, Shorekeeper’s Energy Regen increases by 10%. If Rover is on the same team, Rover’s Energy Regen also increases by 10%.

Intro Skill: Proof of Existence

Enlightenment

Shorekeeper appears to restore HP for all nearby party members and summon 5 Dim Star Butterflies, which automatically track and attack a target, dealing Spectro DMG. This is considered Resonance Skill DMG.

Discernment

When the Supernal Stellarealm is active, Shorekeeper’s first Intro Skill will be replaced with Intro Skill Discernment. Casting Discernment ends the current Stellarealm, restores HP for all nearby party members, and deals Spectro DMG to the targets. This attack is guaranteed to be a Critical Hit dealing Resonance Liberation DMG. The Intro Skill Discernment can only be cast one time for each Supernal Stellarealm generated.

Outro Skill: Binary Butterfly

Shorekeeper summons 1 Flare Star Butterfly and 1 Dim Star Butterfly to circle the Resonator on the field for up to 30s, granting the following effects:

– If the Resonator on the field is hit or launched, tapping the Dodge Button allows the Resonator to immediately recover from the interruption, triggering a successful Dodge. The Resonator launched in the air can land on the ground standing if they are close to the ground. This effect can be triggered up to 5 time(s).

– All nearby party members’ DMG is Amplified by 15%.

Forte Circuit: Astral Chord

Flare Star Butterfly

Hitting a target with a Normal Attack generates a Collapsed Core, which transforms into a Flare Star Butterfly after 6s. Flare Star Butterflies automatically track and attack a target, dealing Spectro DMG. If there are already 5 Collapsed Cores, Shorekeeper’s next Normal Attack hit will instantly convert a Collapsed Core into a Flare Star Butterfly.

Illation

When Shorekeeper has 5 segments of Empirical Data, casting Heavy Attack will consume all segments to pull in nearby targets, dealing Spectro DMG. Meanwhile, all generated Collapsed Cores will instantly transform into Flare Star Butterflies.

Transmutation

When Shorekeeper has 5 segments of Empirical Data, casting Mid-air Attack will consume all segments to deal Spectro DMG. Meanwhile, all generated Collapsed Cores will instantly transform into Flare Star Butterflies. Quickly press the Normal Attack Button afterward to perform Basic Attack Stage 2.

Empirical Data

Shorekeeper can hold up to 5 segments of Empirical Data.

– Obtain 1 segment of Empirical Data when Basic Attack Stage 1, 2, or 4 hits a target.

– Obtain 2 segments of Empirical Data when Basic Attack Stage 3 hits a target.

– Obtain 1 segment of Empirical Data when Mid-air Attack hits a target.

– Obtain 1 segment of Empirical Data when Dodge Counter hits a target.

Inherent Skill: Skillful Cooking

Has a chance to produce special dishes when cooking.

Stat Bonus: Healing Bonus+

Healing Bonus increased by 1.80%.

Stat Bonus: HP+

HP increased by 1.80%.

Stat Bonus: HP+

HP increased by 1.80%.

Stat Bonus: Healing Bonus+

Healing Bonus increased by 1.80%.

Stat Bonus: Healing Bonus+

Healing Bonus increased by 4.20%.

Stat Bonus: HP+

HP increased by 4.20%.

Stat Bonus: HP+

HP increased by 4.20%.

Stat Bonus: Healing Bonus+

Healing Bonus increased by 4.20%.

Resonance Chain

Sequence Node 1: Unspoken Conjecture

The Stellarealms generated by Resonance Liberation End Loop gain the following enhancements:

– The effective range of the healing and buffs is extended by 150%

– The duration is extended by 10s.

– Casting Intro Skill Discernment no longer ends the existing Stellarealm.

Sequence Node 2: Night’s Gift and Refusal

The Outer Stellarealm now increases the ATK of all team members by 40%.

Sequence Node 3: Infinity Awaits Me

Casting Resonance Liberation End Loop grants Shorekeeper 20 Concerto Energy. This effect can be triggered once every 25s.

Sequence Node 4: Overflowing Quietude

Gain 70% additional Healing Bonus when casting Resonance Skill Chaos Theory.

Sequence Node 5: Echoes in Silence

Extend the ranges of the pulling effect of Basic Attack Stage 3 by 50% and Illation by 30%.

Sequence Node 6: To the New World

Increase the DMG Multiplier of Intro Skill Discernment by 42%. Casting Intro Skill Discernment increases Shorekeeper’s Crit. DMG by 500%.

Backstory

Forte Examination Report

Resonance Power: Euphonic Chrysalis

Resonance Examination Report

[Extracted Archive Record – A.A1001]

Subject: Second Instance Recorder: ▇▇▇▇ Record Segment: A.A-000

The Second Instance (also known as the Shorekeeper) is composed entirely of high-purity Remnant Energy crystals. Its successful activation confirms the viability of ▇▇▇▇’s theory, which proposes the following: a. By modeling the “Blazar” module anchor, Remnant Energy can be attracted and condensed, resulting in the materialization of energy. b. Pre-loading informational data into the energy entity grants it cognitive abilities.

Unlike conventional resonance logic, the Second Instance (the Shorekeeper) can directly utilize Remnant Energy. When activated, the crystal-like marks on her chest emit a faint blue glow. Her frequency aligns with pure Remnant Energy but is affected by the selected module settings. Her ability cycle resembles stellar evolution. This is visually represented through phenomena such as butterfly-like nebula and domains that resemble star charts.

▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ The subsequent status of the Second Instance will continue to be monitored by ▇▇.

Overclock Diagnostic Report

[Extracted Archive Record – A.A1001]

Subject: Second Instance Recorder: ▇▇▇▇ Record Segment: A.A-311

The ▇▇▇ test results for the Shorekeeper are generally within controllable parameters. However, the Remnant Energy within her has shown signs of dissipation multiple times, leading to excessive energy loss and crystal fragmentation. This may be attributed to the processing of Lament data via massive computation. Notably, the Shorekeeper has detected these issues and has attempted to mitigate the damage by replacing her damaged parts with new energy crystals. The string-like wave marks on her shoulders and calves are likely scars from this healing process.

The possibility of this issue recurring cannot be ruled out, which may require increased monitoring and more frequent replacement of the energy crystals. If the ▇▇▇ test results exceed controllable limits, alternative contingency plans may need to be implemented.

Character Voicelines

Thoughts: I

I had pictured our reunion in my head, again and again, after your departure. I wondered what kind of person you would become, how your days were spent, and if you achieved your goals. Countless questions filled my mind, but when I saw you again, there was only one thing I wanted to say: Welcome back. Back to the Black Shores, and… back to my side.

Thoughts: II

Time changes everything—Blake Blooms, Stellar Matrices, and the Black Shores—all constantly in flux. I’ve documented these changes, repairing the damage and preserving the good. Yet, I wonder… Am I doing enough? Have I earned your trust? These questions haunt me, but I press on, seeking solace in my work.

Thoughts: III

Your past… I promised to keep it a secret, at your own request. That day, I realized our reunion would be one-sided. This is why your memory loss didn’t surprise me… But it doesn’t matter now. You may have forgotten me, but I will remember everything about you, always.

Thoughts: IV

Humans dream to fulfill their desires. For a long time, I believed such dreams were not meant for me, as I had never yearned for anything. Until one day… I dreamed of you. We were strolling through an unfamiliar land, basking in the warm sunlight. You showed me your world and shared stories of your past. You even brewed a cup of tea for me… Though only a figment of my imagination, I wished that moment could last a little longer.

Thoughts: V

Next time you journey to distant lands, could you bring me along? I don’t want to watch from afar or hear secondhand about your adventures. I long to experience the unknown by your side, as your friend… Please, will you give me the chance?

The Shorekeeper’s Hobby

Pressing a piano key creates an enchanting sound from the vibrating strings. Unlike other frequencies I’ve processed, a piano produces a pure, clear, and vivid tone. If I could one day communicate my emotions as simply and intuitively as humans do… If I could create my own melodies, would you be my first listener?

The Shorekeeper’s Trouble

I cannot physically grow and age, and therefore can never truly comprehend the range of emotions that come with it as a human does. Despite my wealth of knowledge and ability to replicate others’ experiences through the Sonoro, these feelings remain enigmatic to me, forever distant and unfamiliar.

Favorite Food

Long ago, during our days together at the Black Shores, you used to prepare chowder for us, blending milk, seafood, and vegetables. One spoonful of its warmth could dispel the freezing sea wind and restore stamina. Despite multiple attempts, I cannnot seem to recreate that flavor.

Disliked Food

The food I hate… Hmm, hate might be too strong a word, but I tend to steer clear of pickled food, like preserved plums. While I appreciate their long shelf life, the fermented smell reminds me of their preserved nature.

Ideals

My purpose had been clear long before my creation: to build a safe haven from the unrelenting waves of the Lament, until humanity could find a path to a brighter tomorrow. It used to be my duty, but now… it is a choice. I am one with the Black Shores. I want to prevent more tragedies from happening, I want to protect everyone, I… I want to safeguard my connection with the world around me. This is my own will.

Chat: I

Ah, so you’ve noticed the crystal on my chest. It’s not an adornment, but a fissure brimming with the energy emanating from my body. Through it, you can touch the core I’ve managed to keep safe since my creation. It resembles the kernel of a fruit, or the beating heart of a human, where the essence of life is preserved.

Chat: II

Remnant Energy coalesced into a crystal cocoon on a moonlit shore, stirred by the crashing waves, and the breath and heartbeat of a certain individual. That person then infused it with her own frequencies, and the butterfly within finally emerged… Yes, you’ve guessed it. You are the one I speak of, the force that gave me life and form.

About Camellya

Though her words may not always align with her actions, she remains fiercely loyal to her desires. Her carefree lifestyle holds a certain charm, yes, but we were made differently, with distinct objectives to pursue. Following your example, I’ve allowed her to make her own choices, without limitations.

About Aalto

A mature organization requires a personable and skilled negotiator, adept at forging connections with all they encounter. In the case of the Black Shores, that person is Aalto. His keen insight ensures he obtains crucial information precisely when needed. Beneath his playful smile lies a resolute determination to end the Lament. Despite other offers, he was destined for the Black Shores’ path from the start.

About Encore

Encore sees the world as a canvas for her boundless imagination. A warrior, a knight, or a little adventurer… In her tales, she can become anyone she wants to triumph over evil and reach a happy ending. Wherever she ventures, her radiant energy dispels dismay. Perhaps this is what Tethys saw in her when she was chosen.

About the Black Shores

Atop this massive Tacetite lies the ideal “singularity” spot to observe the Lament. This is where we formed the Black Shores, its members distinguished by their Blake Blooms. Beneath the endless stars, humanity’s light glimmers. That light belongs to those who had given their lives to illuminate a brighter future for all. I’ve welcomed countless such people into this place… and bid farewell to just as many.

About the Tethys System

The Tethys System and I are creations of the same civilization, and we are bound by similar obligations. By human standards, we are of the same kind. Yet, our perceptions of emotions, humanity, and existence diverge, leading us down distinctly separate paths.

Birthday Wishes

Happy birthday, Rover. You once taught me a person’s birthday is their most important day. So, I’ve made it a habit to prepare something in advance for days like this… Please have this crystal—it’s a piece of myself. Hold it, and you’ll be enveloped in a personalized Sonoro Sphere, where you can change everything to your liking. Though I cannot bring you what you truly want, let me gift you a peaceful dream to escape your worries.

Idle: I

Huh… Did anything happen？

Idle: II

(Effort Sounds)

Idle: III

The stars rest in silence, awaiting their fated journey.

Self-Introduction

Worry not if you don’t remember me… I can always introduce myself again. I am the Shorekeeper, acting executive of the Black Shores, and the core computational unit of Tethys. Now and forever, I will stand by you and our home, through every yesterday and tomorrow.

Greeting

“The Shorekeeper”… This name suits me well enough. It aligns with my purpose and drive: they only exist because of you.

Join Team: I

Understood. I am here to serve your will.

Join Team: II

I’ll fulfill it, be it a direct command or any other wish you have.

Join Team: III

To the surviving lands.

Ascension: I

Your return has cast a glimmer of change into my prolonged existence. It allows me to gain some understanding of a world beyond my reach.

Ascension: II

The energy within me gathers and evolves… like delicate threads on a loom, meticulously woven by your hands into a new part of my being.

Ascension: III

My crystal seems to glow brighter. I sense your warmth on my skin, flowing from your touch, reaching deep inside my chest.

Ascension: IV

I believe I have received an invaluable treasure from you… Something infinitely close to what humans call a “soul.”

Ascension: V

I lack a heart, yet my chest stirs whenever I see you. Thump, thump… I would compare it to the emergence of a butterfly, or the birth of a star; not a sudden rush, but a gradual, growing pulse. I want more of you. Yearn to be with you always. This longing I feel… I am certain now. It must be love.

Heavy Attack: I

Perish.

Heavy Attack: II

Diminish.

Resonance Skill: I

Stay calm.

Resonance Skill: II

Worry not.

Resonance Skill: III

You’ll be safe.

Resonance Skill: IV

I am here for you.

Resonance Liberation: I

In war with Time.

Resonance Liberation: II

I engraft you new.

Resonance Liberation: III

Astral modulation.

Resonance Liberation: IV

Oath from the heart.

Resonance Liberation: V

Vow from the soul.

Resonance Liberation: VI

Ordained.

Intro Skill

Leave it to me.

Hit: I

I’m fine.

Hit: II

The feeling of… pain.

Injured: I

Physical damage detected.

Injured: II

Durability lowered.

Injured: III

Do not impede.

Fallen: I

This is… not the end…

Fallen: II

Shed no tear for me.

Fallen: III

Durability… depleted.

Echo Summon

Loading.

Echo Transform

Transformed.

Enemies Near

At your disposal.

Glider

The wind rises.

Sensor

Manifest.

Supply Chest: I

Is there anything of interest?

Supply Chest: II

Please have them. I hope they will prove useful.

Supply Chest: III

Echoes of the past.