Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a groundbreaking RPG and the debut title from the innovative French studio, Sandfall Interactive. Combining deep, immersive storytelling with challenging gameplay, this game stands out in the crowded RPG genre. For those looking to master the game, Maxroll has developed a suite of comprehensive guides. From starting guides to detailed breakdowns of game mechanics, loot locations, and build optimization, Maxroll’s resources are invaluable. Dive into Maxroll’s Codex for a detailed look at weapons, skills, Pictos, and Lumina, equipping you to tackle the continent's toughest challenges. If you enjoy experimenting with different builds, utilize Maxroll’s Expedition 33 Planner to craft your ideal setup and share it with the community through their dedicated Builds Section.
Getting Started
Embark on your journey in Expedition 33 with Maxroll's character guides, beginner resources, and Pictos guides. For a detailed, step-by-step walkthrough, check out IGN's Expedition 33 Walkthrough to keep pace with your adventure.
Beginner’s Guide
Maxroll’s comprehensive Beginner’s Guide for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 delves into the game’s core mechanics, including world exploration, battling Nevrons, character-specific mechanics, and progression systems like weapons, attributes, Pictos, and Luminas. Additionally, explore IGN's 10 Things Expedition 33 Doesn't Tell You for quick insights into lesser-known game elements.
Combat Guide
Master the art of defeating formidable Nevrons with IGN's Combat Guide. This beginner-friendly guide offers tips and tricks, including strategic advice on utilizing characters like Lune and Maelle effectively.
Weapons, Attributes and Upgrades
Weapons are crucial to your team's success in Expedition 33. Each weapon, along with character skills, delivers different elemental damage types, some of which are more potent against specific Nevrons. As you level your characters, their weapons gain increased attribute scaling and unlock special bonuses at levels 4, 10, and 20. Dive deeper into Weapons, Attributes, and Upgrades to optimize your team's performance.
Pictos and Luminas
Pictos are versatile items that not only enhance stats but also offer unique effects. Each character can equip up to 3 Pictos, and the Lumina system amplifies these effects further. If you're facing tough encounters, consider tweaking your Pictos setup to boost defenses, increase damage, or buff your team with effects like Shell or Powerful. Explore more about Pictos and the Lumina system, a key progression feature in Expedition 33.
Early Game Pictos Guides
The Pictos system offers vast customization options for your party. Early on, keep an eye out for powerful Pictos like Dead Energy II and Critical Burn. Engage with side-content to obtain the “lone wolf” style Last Stand Pictos, and use Recovery to transform a character into a formidable tank.
Characters
Explore the unique mechanics and skills of each playable character in Expedition 33 through Maxroll’s detailed Character Skill Guides. Learn about Gustave, Lune, Maelle, Sciel, Verso, and Monoco to tailor your strategy effectively.
More Guides
Maxroll also provides guides for the midgame and endgame, offering in-depth strategies for unlocking map areas, defeating specific enemies, and selecting the best Pictos for your builds.
How to Unlock all of Esquie’s Traversal Abilities
Esquie’s traversal abilities, including breaking through obstacles, swimming, flying, and diving, can be unlocked as you progress. Learn how to unlock all of Esquie’s Abilities to navigate the game world more effectively. Also, did you know you can shatter those black rocks with blue cracks in them?
Enemy Strengths and Weaknesses
Understand the Strengths and Weaknesses of enemies across the Continent to exploit their vulnerabilities for 50% more damage, while avoiding elements they absorb to prevent healing them.
Zone Progression
Feeling lost after the main story? Maxroll's Zone Progression Guide provides recommendations on tackling optional zones. Additionally, IGN lists Expedition 33 side quests and their rewards, helping you decide which ones are worth pursuing.
Best Pictos
Discover the Best Pictos for both early and endgame scenarios. Maxroll’s guide highlights Pictos that offer general power boosts as well as those with niche uses, enabling new build archetypes.
Codex
Maxroll’s Expedition 33 Codex is a treasure trove of information on all Weapons, Pictos, Luminas, and Skills. Adjust the level settings to see how these items scale throughout your journey.
Planner and Community Builds
Craft your perfect build using Maxroll’s Expedition 33 Planner, then share it via the Community Builds section. Here are some key features of the planner:
Key features include selecting characters and setting up your active party, adjusting weapon levels, choosing skills, equipping Pictos and Luminas, allocating attributes, viewing stats, adding notes about your build, and making your build public for community sharing.
Tomorrow Comes
That concludes our overview of Maxroll’s comprehensive guides for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Why not dive into the build planner and start crafting your ultimate strategy?
