Arknights Endfield: Should You Pull Type 42 Solemn Phalanx?

Arknights: Endfield’s first limited weapon banner, the Military Grade Issue, has gone live with the Homecoming version update. This banner features a rate-up on the 6★ Arts Unit weapon Type 42: Solemn Phalanx, a weapon that players are already debating for its potential in endgame content. If you’re wondering whether to spend your Arsenal Tickets here or hold out for future banners, we break down the rates, rewards, and the weapon’s place in the current meta.

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At a Glance

• Banner type: Limited weapon banner (Military Grade Issue)
• Rate-up weapon: Type 42: Solemn Phalanx (Arts Unit)
• Availability: Starts after Homecoming update; ends after three Chartered Headhunting banners (beginning with North Yearns the Rift Vigile)
• Currency: Arsenal Tickets (obtainable through in-game events or purchase? Not stated in official materials)
• Pity system: Every Arsenal Issue (10-weapon roll) guarantees at least one 5★ or better weapon. Performing a set number of issues awards an Arms Offering Crate or the rate-up weapon alternately. Pity does not carry over to other Arsenal Issue banners.

Banner Mechanics Explained

Military Grade Issue

This is the premium weapon banner. It uses Arsenal Tickets to perform an Arsenal Issue – a 10-weapon pull that always contains at least one 5★ or higher weapon. The pool includes seven 6★ weapons, with Type 42: Solemn Phalanx being the sole rate-up. The other six ( Former Finery, Wedge, Eminent Repute, JET, Detonation Unit, Oblivion) are permanent pool weapons.

Arsenal Issue Rewards

For every set number of issues, you receive a Arms Offering Crate (weapon selector) or the rate-up 6★ weapon in alternating order. The milestone counter resets when the banner ends, so plan your pulls carefully to avoid wasting progress.

Arsenal Exchange

You can also spend Arsenal Tickets directly in the Arsenal Exchange to purchase specific weapons. The available stock may rotate over time, so check the in-game acquisition center before committing tickets.

Should You Pull?

Type 42: Solemn Phalanx is an Arts Unit, which means it is likely designed for casters or arts-based damage dealers. Without full stats, we can only speculate based on its name and weapon type. If it offers high ATK or energy regeneration, it could become a staple in arts-focused teams. However, the weapon pool is large, and the 6★ drop rate is fixed across all weapons (only the rate-up has a higher chance).

For low-spend / F2P players: Weapon banners are risky because pity does not carry over and you need to spend a significant number of tickets to guarantee the target. If Type 42: Solemn Phalanx is not essential for your main DPS, consider saving tickets for future banners or use the Arsenal Exchange for targeted purchases.

For meta chasers: If leaks or theorycrafting confirm this weapon is best-in-slot for a top-tier operator, pulling is justified. Otherwise, waiting for more data is safe.

Events & Rewards (Arsenal Issue)

The Military Grade Issue is tied to the Arsenal Issue system, which is a recurring banner type. Rewards are structured as:
– Every 10-pull yields 10 random weapons (guaranteed at least one 5★+).
– Milestone rewards (Arms Offering Crate or rate-up 6★) are given at set intervals.
– Milestones reset when the banner ends, so do not pull if you cannot reach the next milestone.

Teams & Synergies (General Guidance)

While the weapon’s exact stats are not yet fully known, Arts Units typically pair well with operators who scale on ATK or deal arts damage. If your current roster relies on a caster or a sub-DPS that benefits from a high-base ATK weapon, Type 42: Solemn Phalanx could be a valuable upgrade. Keep an eye on community theorycrafting (Reddit, Discord) for specific synergy testing.

What the Community Is Saying

On the official subreddit and Discord, players are divided. Some praise the weapon’s aesthetic and potential, while others advise caution due to the non-transferable pity. A few polls suggest about 40% of players are pulling, while 60% are waiting for the next banner. No official developer response beyond the announcement has been made.

Final Verdict

Type 42: Solemn Phalanx is a strong addition to the Arknights: Endfield weapon pool, but the Military Grade Issue banner’s unique pity system demands careful planning. Only pull if you can reach the milestone reward, or if the weapon aligns with your team’s needs. For now, keep an eye on our Arknights Endfield guides for updated tier lists and pull recommendations.