Squirrel

Overview

The Green-Eared Squirrel (绿耳松鼠, NO.049) line is a Normal-type spirit family built around pure defensive durability. With high HP, strong Physical Defense, and the Hoarding trait that scales defensive stats based on accumulated energy, the Trampoline Squirrel (final form) can transform into one of the toughest walls in the game. Its role is simple: absorb hits, outlast opponents, and refuse to go down.

While not featured in the top PVP tier lists, Squirrel is a strong defensive pick for PVE content and a reliable tank for players who prefer a slow, steady approach to combat.

Profile

Evolution Chain

The evolution thresholds at Lv32 and Lv46 are relatively late compared to many other spirits, reflecting the Squirrel line's slow but steady progression. The jump from 333 to 576 total race value across the evolution chain is significant, with most of the growth going into HP and Physical Defense.

Stats

Trampoline Squirrel (the final form) has a total race value of 576. The stat distribution is heavily weighted toward survivability.

HP and Physical Defense are the standout stats, forming the defensive foundation that the Hoarding trait builds upon. Offensive stats and Speed are below average, reflecting that Squirrel is not designed to deal damage or outpace opponents. Instead, it is meant to absorb punishment and stall.

Note: Some unofficial sources incorrectly list Squirrel's total race value at 700+. The verified total is 576.

Trait: Hoarding (囤积)

The Squirrel line's signature trait is Hoarding (囤积). For each energy point accumulated, Trampoline Squirrel gains +10% to both Physical Defense and Magic Defense. At maximum energy (10 points), both defensive stats receive a +100% bonus, effectively doubling them.

This scaling mechanic means Squirrel starts each fight at its baseline durability but becomes progressively harder to kill as it accumulates energy. At full energy, the 112 Physical Defense effectively becomes 224, and Magic Defense similarly doubles. Combined with 127 HP, a fully charged Squirrel can absorb an extraordinary amount of punishment from both physical and special attackers.

The key strategic consideration is energy management. Skills that consume energy reduce Hoarding's bonus, so players must balance between using abilities offensively and maintaining high energy reserves for maximum defense. In many fights, the optimal approach is to use low-cost skills or basic attacks to build energy first, then switch to a more active strategy once defenses are fully stacked.

Combat Strategy

Squirrel's combat approach revolves around the Hoarding trait's energy scaling:

1. Build energy early. In the opening turns, focus on accumulating energy through low-cost actions or energy-generating moves. Each point of energy adds 10% to both defenses.

2. Reach maximum energy. At 10 energy points, Squirrel's defenses double. This is the tipping point where it becomes extremely difficult to take down.

3. Tank and outlast. With doubled defenses, Squirrel can absorb enormous amounts of damage. Use this window to apply pressure with attacks while maintaining enough energy to keep defenses high.

Tips

• Squirrel excels in PVE content where fights are longer and there is time to build up energy stacks. In short burst encounters, the Hoarding trait may not reach full value.

• Be mindful of energy consumption. Using expensive skills reduces your energy reserves and weakens the Hoarding defense bonus. Keep a balance between offense and defense.

• Squirrel pairs well with teammates that can cover its low offensive output. Use Squirrel as the frontline tank while damage-dealing spirits handle the offense.

• The Hoarding trait's percentage-based scaling means any additional defense buffs from teammates or items are also doubled at max energy. Even small flat bonuses become significant.