Iron Storm is a destruction build for Phantom Blade Zero: Sanguine Reach and Armybreaker as main weapons, Tiger Cannon and War Wagon as Phantom Edges, and Guardian Idol and Remnant Spark Cube as key accessories. A destruction Phantom Edge build: the Guardian Idol adds +75% damage to them and the Spark Cube another 12%. Two-handed weapons generate Sha-Chi to recover sparks.
Main weapons
| Weapon | Type | What it brings | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanguine Reach | Two-handed | At level 10 it unlocks the two-handed weapon execution (no source has published its name yet). Tempers into Blazing Edge | Behind Forge’s smithy (Against the Flow) |
| Armybreaker | Two-handed | Charge when switching weapons or parrying | Cavalrybane |
Phantom Edges
| Phantom Edge | Category | Use | Cost | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Cannon | Destruction | Destroys walls | — | Lei Dang, One-Armed Tiger |
| War Wagon | Destruction | — | while it moves forward | Complete “The Journey Home” before Meigu and reach the Frozen Lake Dock bell |
Accessories
The two marked with ★ are the core: wear them even if you only have 2 slots. The other four come in as you level up Boundless Capacity (up to 6 slots).
| Accessory | Effect | Why it fits | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Guardian Idol | Destruction Phantom Edges cost one more spark and deal +75% damage | multiplies your destruction Phantom Edges | Assembled from four pieces (head, arm, torso and leg) |
| ★ Remnant Spark Cube | +12% Phantom Edge damage | your Phantom Edges deal more damage | Tale “The Cube” (Mortise and Tenon fragments) |
| Remnant Spark Cage | 33% chance to recover a spark | — | Smuggler’s Treasure Cellar |
| Formless Divine Mirror | Sha-Chi attacks generate a temporary spark | — | Back Hill Pavilion bell |
| Crude Radiant Heart | Sha-Chi attacks generate a temporary spark | — | Tale “Cui” |
| Quick Hand Might | +10% damage with two-handed weapons | boosts your two-handed weapon | Sold by Zhang (30,000 Remnant Dust) |
Medicines
You carry 2 medicines; besides healing, they give buffs that fit the build. Level them up with the medicine upgrade guide.
| Medicine | Effect (base) | Why it fits | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Concoction | +10% Phantom Edge damage for 15 s and 20% health | +10% damage for your Phantom Edges | Village of Lu, southwest of the lake |
| Spirit-Returning Broth | +20% guard break for 30 s and 20% health (Fextralife: +10%) | breaks guards faster | Village of Lu basement |
How to get all the gear
Sorted by the point in the game where you can get each piece.
| Stage | Piece | Type | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley and Crimson Forest | Sanguine Reach | Main weapon | Behind Forge’s smithy (Against the Flow) |
| Valley and Crimson Forest | Quick Hand Might | Accessory | Sold by Zhang (30,000 Remnant Dust) |
| Village of Lu and Pangzhen | Armybreaker | Main weapon | Cavalrybane |
| Village of Lu and Pangzhen | Remnant Spark Cage | Accessory | Smuggler’s Treasure Cellar |
| Village of Lu and Pangzhen | Formless Divine Mirror | Accessory | Back Hill Pavilion bell |
| Village of Lu and Pangzhen | Forbidden Concoction | Medicine | Village of Lu, southwest of the lake |
| Village of Lu and Pangzhen | Spirit-Returning Broth | Medicine | Village of Lu basement |
| Encampment, Meigu, Imprisonment and Estate | Tiger Cannon | Phantom Edge | Lei Dang, One-Armed Tiger |
| Encampment, Meigu, Imprisonment and Estate | War Wagon | Phantom Edge | Complete “The Journey Home” before Meigu and reach the Frozen Lake Dock bell |
| Encampment, Meigu, Imprisonment and Estate | Guardian Idol | Key accessory | Assembled from four pieces (head, arm, torso and leg) |
| Encampment, Meigu, Imprisonment and Estate | Remnant Spark Cube | Key accessory | Tale “The Cube” (Mortise and Tenon fragments) |
| Encampment, Meigu, Imprisonment and Estate | Crude Radiant Heart | Accessory | Tale “Cui” |
How to play it
- Hit with Sanguine Reach to generate temporary sparks (Formless Divine Mirror, Crude Radiant Heart).
- Unload the Tiger Cannon or the War Wagon as soon as you have sparks.
- Switch to the Armybreaker to charge and keep up the pressure.
Strengths
Huge bursts of damage with the Phantom Edges.
Weaknesses
Each destruction Phantom Edge costs one more spark with the Idol.
Bosses where it shines
| Boss | Region | Health | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wan Jun, the Coppermaul | Mandate Encampment | 122,090 | Poison, Bleed |
| Lei Dang, One-Armed Tiger | Mirage Estate | 166,590 | Poison, Lightning, Ice |
| Bi Feng, Giant Saber Commander | Mountain of Imprisonment | 120,160 | Fire |
Related builds
- Double-Edged Lightning (weapon switching)
- Wanderer’s First Step (starter)
Try your own combinations in the build creator or go back to all builds.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need for the Iron Storm build?
Sanguine Reach (behind Forge’s smithy, Against the Flow), Armybreaker (Cavalrybane), Tiger Cannon, War Wagon, at least the Guardian Idol and Remnant Spark Cube accessories, and the Forbidden Concoction and Spirit-Returning Broth medicines. The “How to get all the gear” table shows where each piece is.
When can I start using Iron Storm?
From the Encampment, Meigu, Imprisonment and Estate stage, which is when you have the weapons, the Phantom Edges and the two key accessories.
Are the damage figures official?
The accessory percentages are the ones published by Vandal and SoloJugadores. The game does not show base weapon damage, so the build is based on their effects.
