Beginner Guide - Getting Started
Complete beginner's guide to start your journey. Learn the basics, progression tips, and avoid common mistakes.
Beginner Guide - Getting Started
Welcome to the game! This guide will help you understand the basics and set you on the path to success.
First Steps
1. Complete the Tutorial
The tutorial teaches essential mechanics:
- Basic combat
- Contract system
- Division enrollment
- Crafting basics
Don't skip it! The tutorial gives you:
- 10,000 Yen
- Free Fox Devil contract
- Basic weapon
- Access to all game areas
2. Join a Division
Divisions are your home base. Each offers different benefits:
Division 2 (Recommended for beginners):
- Best crafting station
- Helpful NPCs
- Safe training area
- Active player base
Division 4:
- Combat-focused
- PvP training
- Violence Devil access
- Experienced players
3. Get Your First Contract
Start with Fox Devil from the tutorial. It's:
- Free
- No side effects
- Good damage
- Teaches summoning mechanics
Core Mechanics
Combat System
- Light Attack: Fast, low damage
- Heavy Attack: Slow, high damage
- Block: Reduces damage, can be broken
- Dodge: I-frames but costs stamina
- Parry: Perfect block for counter-attack
Stat System
Focus on these stats early:
Strength:
- Melee damage
- Weapon requirements
- Carry weight
Agility:
- Attack speed
- Movement speed
- Dodge efficiency
Vitality:
- Maximum health
- Health regeneration
- Status resistance
Currency System
Three main currencies:
Yen:
- Primary currency
- Buy contracts
- Purchase items
- Crafting costs
Spins:
- Gacha system
- Rare rewards
- Contract tickets
Reputation:
- Clan system
- Special items
- Unique contracts
Progression Path
Level 1-10: Tutorial Phase
- Complete tutorial quests
- Get Fox Devil
- Join Division 2
- Craft Steel Katana
Level 10-20: Early Game
- Farm The Park area
- Save for second contract
- Upgrade to Iron Sword
- Join or create a clan
Level 20-30: Mid Game
- Start doing raids
- Get A-tier contracts
- Craft rare weapons
- Learn PvP basics
Level 30+: Late Game
- Farm for S-tier contracts
- Optimize your build
- Competitive PvP
- Boss farming
Best Starting Build
Beginner-Friendly Setup
Contracts:
- Fox Devil (Tutorial reward)
- Snake Devil (15,000 Yen)
- Zombie Devil (25,000 Yen)
Weapon: Steel Katana (15,000 Yen)
Stats Priority:
- Vitality: 20
- Strength: 15
- Agility: 10
This build is:
- Forgiving of mistakes
- Good damage output
- Affordable
- Scales into mid-game
Common Beginner Mistakes
❌ Don't Do This:
-
Rushing for S-tier contracts
- Too expensive early
- Side effects hurt beginners
- Learn with A-tier first
-
Ignoring stats
- Balanced stats are weak
- Specialize in 1-2 stats
- Respec costs a lot
-
Soloing raids too early
- You will die
- Find a team
- Learn mechanics first
-
Wasting Yen on cosmetics
- Save for contracts
- Cosmetics don't help
- Get them later
-
Not joining a clan
- Clans give bonuses
- Find helpful players
- Faster progression
✅ Do This Instead:
-
Save your Yen
- 50,000 for Ghost Devil
- 75,000 for Mantis Devil
- Don't impulse buy
-
Learn one weapon type
- Master its combos
- Understand its range
- Practice parrying
-
Talk to all NPCs
- Hidden quests
- Useful items
- Lore and tips
-
Practice in safe areas
- The Park for PvE
- Training grounds for PvP
- Don't lose Yen to death
Farming Tips
Best Early Farming Spots
The Park (Level 1-15):
- Safe area
- Decent Yen drops
- Common Devil Flesh
- Good for learning
Chinatown (Level 15-25):
- Better rewards
- Fox Devil location
- Night activities
- Medium difficulty
Division 2 Training (Any level):
- Practice combat
- No death penalty
- Free respawn
- Learn new weapons
Daily Routine
- Collect daily rewards (5,000 Yen)
- Complete 3 division quests (15,000 Yen)
- Farm The Park (1 hour = 20,000 Yen)
- Do one raid with clan (Variable rewards)
- Practice PvP (Learn mechanics)
Essential Hotkeys
Q - Contract Slot 1
E - Contract Slot 2
R - Contract Slot 3
F - Interact/Pickup
T - Hybrid Transform
C - Character Menu
M - Map
Tab - Scoreboard
Where to Go Next
After mastering the basics:
- Read the Contracts Guide - Learn all contracts
- Check Tier Lists - Understand the meta
- Join Discord - Find players and clans
- Watch PvP Videos - Learn advanced techniques
- Try Different Builds - Find your playstyle
Quick Reference
Important Locations
- Public Safety HQ: Main hub
- Division 2: Crafting station
- The Park: Early farming
- Chinatown: Fox Devil shrine
First Goals
- Complete tutorial
- Join Division 2
- Get Fox Devil
- Craft Steel Katana
- Reach Level 15
- Join a clan
- Save 50,000 Yen
- Do first raid
Good luck, Devil Hunter! Remember: everyone was a beginner once. Don't be afraid to ask questions, join a clan, and most importantly - have fun!
Last updated: 1/10/2026