Arknights: Endfield 1.3 Banner – Mi Fu & Vampire Sarkaz Overview

The wait is over for Arknights: Endfield players as Version 1.3 introduces two new five-star operatives: Mi Fu (Sniper) and Vampire Sarkaz (Defender). This update arrives with a fresh banner cycle, event tasks, and system optimizations that reshape team building for both casual and hardcore commanders. If you’re tracking the latest Arknights: Endfield news, this is the banner to watch.

Both units bring distinct playstyles to the table. Mi Fu leverages rapid-fire skills and positional damage, while Vampire Sarkaz offers a self-sustaining frontline role with lifesteal mechanics. Understanding their synergy with existing rosters is key to deciding whether to invest pulls or save for future patches.

At a Glance

• Patch: Version 1.3
• Featured 5★ Units: Mi Fu (Sniper), Vampire Sarkaz (Defender)
• Banner Duration: 21 days (check in-game countdown)
• Pity System: Standard 5★ rate of 2% with soft pity starting at 65 pulls
• Rate-Up Guarantee: First 5★ pull has a 50% chance to be a featured unit; if off-banner, next 5★ is guaranteed one of the two featured.

Banner Details

Mi Fu (5★ Sniper)

Mi Fu is a Physical-type Sniper with a focus on area denial. Her skill set revolves around Overwatch Mode: after deploying, she enters a state that boosts attack speed and applies a stacking damage bonus against enemies within a specific radius. Her Ultimate, Full Barrage, unleashes a sustained volley that deals escalating damage per hit, making her excellent against stationary bosses or grouped mobs. She also has a passive that increases critical rate when no ally is within two tiles – rewarding solo positioning.

Vampire Sarkaz (5★ Defender)

Vampire Sarkaz is a Self-Healing Defender built around lifesteal and damage mitigation. His trait converts a percentage of damage dealt into HP recovery, and his skill Blood Pact taunts nearby enemies while granting a temporary defense buff and continuous HP regeneration. His passive, Undying Resolve, allows him to survive a fatal hit once per deployment, making him an exceptional anchor in high-difficulty content. He pairs naturally with units that lack sustain.

Should You Pull?

For F2P and low-spend players: Evaluate your current roster. If you lack a reliable Sniper that can control the field, Mi Fu offers strong AoE pressure that remains relevant through mid-game. Her reliance on positioning makes her less forgiving than standard Snipers, but skilled placement yields high returns. Vampire Sarkaz is a top-tier sustain unit that can drastically reduce healer pressure. If your defender line is weak, he is a high-priority target.

For spenders and meta-chasers: Both units are solid but not overpowered. Mi Fu’s niche overlaps with existing six-star Snipers; if you already have a strong ranged core, she may be a luxury. Vampire Sarkaz has no direct competition among five-star defenders, making him a safe investment regardless of roster depth.

Consider pulling if you need:
– A flexible AoE physical damager (Mi Fu)
– An independent tank that conserves healer slots (Vampire Sarkaz)
– Either unit completes a faction synergy team (e.g., Rhodes Island or Laterano ties)

Team Synergies

• Mi Fu + Control Supports: Pair her with slow or binding units (e.g., Zhuang Fangyi) to maximize her Overwatch damage window.
• Vampire Sarkaz + Offensive Vanguards: His self-sustain allows you to field more aggressive vanguards without worrying about early healer coverage.
• Mixed Physical/Magic Teams: Both units deal physical damage; consider adding a caster (like the new five-star from earlier banners) to cover elemental variety.

Events & Rewards

The 1.3 update includes a limited-time event, "Echoes of the Frontier", running alongside the banner. Players can earn:
– Event currency for the shop (featuring upgrade materials, a new furniture set, and a 4★ Operator token)
– Challenge stages with exclusive medals
– First-clear originite rewards (roughly 2,000 Orundum equivalent)

Make sure to complete the event before the patch ends – event stages also drop upgrade modules for the two featured units.

Pre-Patch To-Dos

• Spend any Headhunting Permits before the banner ends if you are not interested in Mi Fu / Vampire Sarkaz
• Farm skill upgrade materials (specialized chips and dual-chip sets) to instantly level the new units if you plan to pull
• Clear Annihilation 3 for weekly Orundum if you need to replenish pulls

Conclusion

Version 1.3 of Arknights: Endfield delivers two distinct five-star operators that fill important roster niches. Mi Fu gives tactical AoE dominance, while Vampire Sarkaz offers unmatched solo sustain. Whether you go all-in or skip, the current event provides plenty of free resources to strengthen your squad. For more detailed breakdowns, check out our 1.3 banner guide and What We Know So Far for the bigger picture of the game’s roadmap.