Lieshi Wei — Halberd Tank Complete Guide
Jiefu Blade Art (Halberd) + Eight Directions Storm Spear — Team guardian, essential tank for hard content
1. Playstyle Overview & Core Mechanics
1.1 Tank vs DPS Playstyle
Lieshi Wei combines Jiefu Blade Art (Halberd) + Eight Directions Storm Spear, the only heavy tank build in the game. Unlike the pure DPS role of the Mingjin line, Lieshi Wei shoulders aggro management, damage absorption, and teammate protection. A tank is irreplaceable in hard dungeons, while in normal content Lieshi Wei can switch to DPS mode for solid damage.
| Category | Tank (Panshi Art) | DPS (Full Charge) |
|---|---|---|
| Core Inner Art | Panshi Art (mandatory) | Shanhe Rhyme + Yishui Song |
| Damage Reduction | 25% (Panshi) + Parry reduction | Parry reduction only |
| Damage Output | Moderate, mainly charged slashes | High, triple charged slash burst |
| Team Role | Main tank, hold aggro and protect | Off-tank / DPS |
| Best For | Hard dungeons, group raids | Normal dungeons, open world |
1.2 Core Mechanic: Battle Will & Parry Counter
1.3 Strengths & Weaknesses
✅ STRENGTHS
- • The only heavy tank in the game — essential for hard content
- • Panshi Art gives permanent 25% damage reduction, nearly unkillable with parry
- • Halberd triple charged slash deals solid damage — even tanks can DPS
- • Freely swap between Tank/DPS — one build, two playstyles
- • Built-in 16% Crit + 24% Charged Crit from talent — high crit ceiling
❌ WEAKNESSES
- • Parry execution is demanding — mistakes mean taking full damage
- • Charged slash is stationary — must read safety windows
- • Open-world exploration feels less fluid than Mingjin builds
- • Tank build has limited DPS — slower solo clearing than pure DPS builds
2. Skill Point Allocation (Lv 1-30)
2.1 Jiefu Blade Art (Halberd) Skill Priority
Prioritize maxing Halberd charged attacks and parry skills. For Eight Directions Storm Spear, unlock CC and gap closer bridge skills. Choose Secret Arts that enhance charge attacks.
| Level Range | Skill Name | Priority | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 1-5 | Jiefu Blade · Parry (Deflect) | ★★★★★ | Core mechanic — successful parry builds Battle Will + damage reduction, max first |
| Lv 1-5 | Jiefu Blade · Triple Charged Slash | ★★★★★ | Halberd's strongest attack, free cast at full Battle Will |
| Lv 5-10 | Jiefu Blade · Sweep | ★★★★☆ | AoE aggro tool, core for tank pulling |
| Lv 10-15 | Storm Spear · Dash Strike | ★★★★☆ | Gap closer + CC, bridges into Halberd combos |
| Lv 15-20 | Storm Spear · Whirlwind | ★★★☆☆ | AoE CC for holding multiple add aggro |
| Lv 20-25 | Secret Art · Shenlong Fire Breath | ★★★★☆ | Core cooldown filler, sustain DPS during charge CD |
| Lv 25-30 | Secret Art · Dragon Rider's Strike | ★★★★☆ | Weapon swap chain, improves combo fluidity |
2.2 Attribute Point Allocation
3. Early Game Gear Recommendations
Lieshi Wei gear prioritizes defensive stats (HP, Physical DEF) and Crit Rate. The Halberd has a built-in 16% Crit Rate, plus talents add +24% Crit Rate on charged skills — charged slashes crit very often. Start with Douyi Set, transition to Chenxing or Dingguang Set late game.
How to get: Unlocked with Jiefu Blade Art in Chapter 1, Hundred Trades shop or high-level dungeon drops
Key stats: Physical ATK, Crit Rate
How to get: Advanced Qinghe dungeons or Hundred Trades shop
Key stats: HP, Physical DEF
How to get: Hexi region world boss drops
Key stats: Move Speed, HP
How to get: First clear reward from "Wuxiang Huang" (starter)
Key stats: HP, Crit Rate
How to get: Advanced exploration chests or Hundred Trades shop
Key stats: HP, Physical DEF
4. Inner Art Recommendations
| Inner Art | Style | Effect | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panshi Art (Rock Solid) | Lieshi Wei | Tank core — permanent 25% damage reduction. Don't play tank without it | Must-have (Tank) |
| Shanhe Jueyun (Mountain River Rhyme) | Lieshi Wei | Parry core — massively expands parry window and Battle Will gain | Must-have |
| Yishui Song | Universal | Universal damage boost, core for DPS build | Recommended |
| Kangzao Dafa (Toughness Art) | Lieshi Wei | Boosts defense after taking hits, further tankiness for tank build | Recommended |
| Weimeng Song (Fierce Ode) | Universal | Universal damage boost, pairs well with DPS build | Recommended |
| Yijing Yiwu (Swap Art) | Universal | Late game inner art, speeds up weapon swaps and overall output | Late game |
5. Core Combo Guide
5.1 Tank Aggro Control Rotation
Aggro Opener:
Sweep (AoE pull) → Charged Slash (single-target aggro) → Parry to build Battle Will
Tank Loop:
Parry → Sweep to maintain aggro → Free triple charged slash at full Will → Resume parry
Cooldown Filler:
Shenlong Fire Breath → Dragon Rider's Strike → Spear Dash → Weapon Swap
5.2 DPS Charge Burst Rotation
DPS Burst Loop:
Parry to full Will → Free triple charged slash → Shenlong Fire Breath → Dragon Rider's Strike → Spear Dash → Swap back → Parry again
Key: DPS build lacks Panshi reduction — parry timing must be precise, confirm safety before charging
5.3 Secret Art Filler Rotation
Secret Art Filler (during charge CD):
Shenlong Fire Breath → Dragon Rider's Strike → Spear skill → Swap back to Halberd
Emergency:
Storm Spear Whirlwind for AoE aggro → Parry to recover Battle Will → Charged Slash burst
6. Dungeon Guide — Lieshi Wei Role
Lieshi Wei serves as main tank in hard dungeons, responsible for holding boss aggro, handling key mechanics, and protecting teammates. In normal content, switch to DPS mode as off-DPS. The triple charged slash is the Halberd's strongest attack — use parry to build Battle Will for free charge releases.
Jinming Pool — Sleeping Daoist: Key Points
Aggro first: Open with Sweep and Charged Slash to establish aggro immediately — keep the boss facing you all fight. Sleeping Daoist's leap deals heavy damage; unstable aggro means the boss turns and one-shots squishies.
Vine Prison response: Don't panic if marked for Vine Prison — Lieshi Wei is tanky enough to survive the cage. Call for teammates to break you out quickly so the boss doesn't run free.
Add phase: Use Storm Spear Whirlwind to hold all add aggro while the team focuses them down. As a tank, don't greed DPS — your job is controlling adds so DPS can clear safely.
Jinming Pool — Rong Yuan: Key Points
Barrels aren't your job (5-man): In 5-man content, the tank holds boss aggro while the other 4 handle barrels. If a distant barrel has no taker, Lieshi Wei is tanky enough to grab it while taking damage.
Shield phase tanking: During shield phase, the team focuses fire while you stay close to maintain aggro — ensuring the boss doesn't switch to barrel carriers or DPS. Panshi Art's 25% reduction really helps here.
10-man duties: In raids, tanks must master the triple yellow line mechanic. Coordinate with the off-tank to split add aggro. Rong Yuan's damage isn't lethal to you, but you cannot let the boss turn on the healer.
7. Advanced Tips & Common Mistakes
1. Parry is the soul of this build
Everything about Lieshi Wei revolves around parrying. Successful parries grant damage reduction and Battle Will; failed parries mean taking full damage. Practice parry timing in easy dungeons until it's muscle memory before tackling hard content.
2. Battle Will management
Full Battle Will enables a free triple charged slash — your core damage window. Don't waste a full Battle Will bar. Plan your charged slash timing as Battle Will approaches max.
3. Swap between Tank and DPS freely
Simply swap inner arts (equip Panshi Art or not) to switch between tank and DPS. Tank gear stacks HP/DEF, DPS gear stacks ATK/Crit. Consider maintaining two inner art loadouts.
4. Don't let your charge get interrupted
The triple charged slash is a stationary cast — you can't move while charging. With Panshi Art's damage reduction, tank builds can eat it. DPS builds must confirm safety before committing, or you waste your Battle Will.
5. Duty priorities in group content
As a tank, your #1 priority is always holding aggro and surviving — DPS comes second. Never greed for damage and let the boss turn on your teammates.