Overview

Bleach: Soul Resonance throws players into fast-paced action with deep RPG mechanics. This beginner guide covers the essentials you need for a strong start: combat fundamentals, team roles, gear (Stamps), and efficient farming tools.

1. Mastering the Combat System

Combat relies on timing and resource management rather than button mashing. Understanding the visual cues is key to survival.

• The Counter Mechanic (Parry): When enemies flash Purple, they are initiating a heavy attack. Press your Counter button at that exact moment to negate damage and deplete the enemy’s Blue Guard Gauge.
• Guard Break (Spiritual Pressure Dissipation): Once the enemy’s Blue Gauge hits zero, they enter a staggered state. During this window, your damage is significantly multiplied.
• The Spiritual Pressure Gauge: This meter builds as you deal damage. Once full, your basic attack button changes appearance.
  • Usage: Holding the attack button triggers a character-specific empowered state or move. For example, Ichigo activates his Mask Transformation, altering combo finishers for massive damage.
• Active Switching & Assists: You don’t need to fully swap characters to use their abilities.
  • Assist: Tap a teammate’s icon on the left to trigger their “Battlefield Skill” (assist attack) without tagging them in.
  • Quick Swap Ultimate: When a teammate’s Ultimate meter (yellow bar) is full, tapping their portrait instantly tags them in to perform their Ultimate move.

2. Team Composition: Roles & Elements

Building a squad isn’t just about picking your favorites; it’s about synergy between roles and element matching.

The “Golden Trio” of Roles

A balanced team typically consists of one of each role to maximize passive bonuses:

1. Full Assault: Primary DPS units responsible for the bulk of damage.
2. Support: Utility units focused on healing, defensive buffs, or survivability.
3. Tactic: Specialized Sub-DPS units. This is the most critical role for team synergy.

Elemental Matching

Characters are divided into four archetypes (elements). Matching the stage’s recommended element grants damage bonuses:

• Slash (Red)
• Thrust (Yellow)
• Strike (Orange)
• Spirit (Blue)

3. Gear & Progression (The Stamp System)

Equipment in Soul Resonance is referred to as Stamps. Every character has three stamp categories:

• Weapon Stamps: The primary source of attack stats.
  • SSR Stamps: Obtained via the gacha (pity around 40 pulls). These give big stat boosts and unique passives.
  • SR Stamps: F2P-friendly options available via gameplay selector boxes. Great for early-to-mid game.
• Core Stamps: Acquired from the Stamp Corridor. These enhance base attributes and can modify skill behavior.
• Set Stamps: Farmed in the Realm of Mutation. Equipping 2–3 pieces unlocks set bonuses (e.g., more Skill or Ultimate damage).

4. Efficiency & Farming Tools

The game includes quality-of-life tools to streamline grinding and upgrades:

• Raid Function: After you manually clear a resource stage with a 3-star rating, use Raid to sweep instantly for rewards.
• Targeted Farming: If you’re missing an upgrade material, click the missing item icon in the character menu to jump directly to the stage where it drops.

5. In-Game Strategy Resources

If you’re unsure how to build a unit, use the in-game guide feature. In the character screen, open the Strategy menu to see:

• Optimal Lineups: Recommended teammates (F2P and premium options).
• Gear Paths: Suggested Stamp Sets and Core Stamps (“best in slot”).
• Playstyle Overview: Whether the unit is designed for crowd control, burst damage, or survivability.