Formbend Set

Qi-shield defensive set that extends shield duration and reduces HP damage at high Qi. Also listed as Formblend.
Also called: Formblend
This wiki uses Formbend as the page title.
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 PiecesPhysical Defense +1
4 PiecesYour shield duration is extended by 2 seconds. If you have more than 85% Qi or a Qi damage immunity shield, reduce all HP damage taken by 20%.

Short Description

Daunting Strike loops with Nameless Sword/Nameless Spear, extending 3s Qi Shields, Jadeware DMG bursts in unbreakable tank.

Commonly Used Weapons

Weapon recommendations are optional. Panacea Fan offhand is for burst heals if needed. You do not need to follow these Martial Arts for Formbend to function.

How to Obtain

BossActivityPieces
Lucky SeventeenPalace of AnnalsExcept Greaves
Ye WanshanBodhi SeaExcept Greaves
Tian YingHalo PeakGreaves

Ideal Usage

Excels in tank and sustain builds, rewarding Qi management and shield uptime for massive damage reduction. Pair it with the Jadeware weapon set and tools like Thundercry Blade or Stormbreaker Spear for tank/sub-DPS roles in PvE co-op, dungeons, and boss fights, providing team-wide protection and damage mitigation bonuses.