Agile Steps Set

Deflection-triggered defensive set that stacks damage reduction after a successful parry. Also listed as Ripple Steps.
Also called: Ripple Steps / RippleStep
The 4-piece buff is named Agile Steps.
Set Type: Defensive Armor Set
These pieces go into your Head, Chest, Bracers, and Greaves slots.

Set Bonuses

Some armor pieces fall under a specific gear set that grants defensive bonuses when its set conditions are met. These sets offer a smaller bonus at 2 pieces, but are best worn at 4 pieces to maximize the full effect.

2 Pieces+40 Max HP
4 PiecesUpon a successful deflection, gain Agile Steps: Reduces all damage taken by 20% for 2 seconds, stacking up to 3 times (60% max).

Short Description

On successful deflections, enabling 20% damage reduction stacks (up to 60%) for parry tank.

Commonly Used Weapons

Weapon recommendations are optional. You do not need to follow these Martial Arts for Agile Steps to function.

How to Obtain

Focus on Sword Trial, Heroes' Realm, Outposts, and Co-op. There are no targeted campaign boss drops for this set.

Ideal Usage

Rewards precise parry timing with stackable damage-reduction bursts. Pair it with the Hawkwing weapon set and Martial Arts like Nameless Sword or Strategies Sword for high-skill PvE bosses, dungeons, and PvP that rely on perfect blocks and counterplay.