Sea Progression Guide

The optimal time to leave First Sea is around level 700-750. While you can technically access Second Sea at level 700, reaching level 750 provides a comfortable power buffer for early Second Sea content. Early Second Sea enemies have significantly higher HP and damage output compared to late First Sea NPCs, so entering under-leveled creates unnecessary difficulty.

Before leaving First Sea, prioritize completing these objectives:

• •Obtain Saber: Complete the Saber Expert puzzle and defeat the boss. This sword remains viable in early Second Sea.
• •Farm key bosses: Get weapons and accessories from First Sea bosses you can easily defeat, as returning later wastes travel time.
• •Upgrade Fighting Style: Reach at least 300 mastery on your primary fighting style to unlock more abilities.
• •Stat allocation: Ensure your stats are optimized for your chosen build before progressing.

Players who rush to Second Sea below level 700 often struggle with efficient grinding spots. The difficulty spike makes progression slower than staying in First Sea until properly leveled. Additionally, Second Sea grinding spots assume you have fruits, weapons, and fighting styles appropriate for the 700+ level range.

For complete fruit rankings across all scenarios, see our Fruit Tier List which breaks down PvP, Grinding, and Mobility ratings for all 42 fruits.

Your stat allocation should align with your progression goals and available equipment. Here are the most effective build archetypes for each Sea:

Build Flexibility: You can reset stats later in the game, so don't worry about making the "perfect" choice immediately. Most players start with Fruit Main builds for efficient grinding, then potentially transition to hybrid builds in Second or Third Sea based on their equipment and preferences.

Avoid these frequent errors that slow progression or create setbacks: