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Blocks 2 enemies

Operator Description

Courier, contact of Karlan Trade CO.,LTD, is at your service as a Vanguard Operator.

Operator Quote

Deliveries or combat, you can always rely on him.

Obtain Approach

Credit Store
The Operator can be obtained through Credit Store.
Headhunting: No Recruitment: No
Release Date (CN) 4/30/2019
Release Date (Global) 1/16/2020

Potentials

Potential Item

Courier's Token A bottle of malt liquor found somewhere far away. Under the sunlight, the golden liquid shines inside the glass bottle.

Talent

DEF +8% when two or more enemies are blocked
Info
DEF +11% (+3%) when two or more enemies are blocked
Info
DEF +16% when two or more enemies are blocked
Info
DEF +19% (+3%) when two or more enemies are blocked
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Talents from Module Upgrades

Stats

Level:
HP
ATK
DEF
Arts Resist
0
Redeploy Time
70
DP Cost
10
Block
2
Attack Interval
1.05

Skills

SP Cost:
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
31
30
Initial SP:
8
8
8
9
9
9
10
11
12
13
SP Charge Type
Skill Activation
Duration
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Skill Effect
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Instantly gains 9 Deployment Points.
Detailed Skill Info
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
cost 9
SP Cost:
40
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
30
Initial SP:
12
12
12
13
13
13
14
15
16
17
SP Charge Type
Skill Activation
Duration
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
15 Seconds
Skill Effect
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +30%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +33%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +37%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +40%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +43%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +47%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +50%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +60%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +70%
Immediately gains 3 Deployment Points
Gradually obtains 8 DP during the skill duration; DEF +80%
Detailed Skill Info
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.3
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.33
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.37
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.4
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.43
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.47
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.5
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.6
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.7
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3
blackd_s_2[period].def 0.8
blackd_s_2[period].cost 1
blackd_s_2[period].interval 1.87
blackd_s_2[period].trig_cnt 8
blackd_s_2[once].cost 3

Modules

Lvl: 40
Trust: 100 (10,070 Points)
Availability: na
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Equip Trait
Blocks 2 enemies; Gains +8% ATK and DEF while blocking enemies
Equip Attribute Bonuses
Stat Value
max_hp 135
def 24
Unlock Information
Materials
x1
x4
x20000
Missions
Complete a total of 5 battles; You must include your own Courier, and Courier must be the first Operator deployed
Clear Main Theme S2-2 with a 3-star rating; You must deploy your own Courier, and only Ranged Operators are allowed for the remaining members

RIIC Base Skills

(喀兰贸易·α)
Room Type:
Trading Post
When this Operator is assigned to a Trading Post, order acquisition efficiency +15% and the order limit +2
Courier Lvl: 1
(讯使)
Room Type:
Reception Room
When this Operator is assigned to the Reception Room, Clue search speed increases by 10% and it's easier to obtain the clues of Karlan Trade (Clue 6)

Quick Evaluation

+ Defense-oriented, can double as a light tank with S2
+ Easy to acquire through the friend credit store
+ Can be considered a direct upgrade to Fang
- Has trouble clearing mobs on his own without some serious levels
- A good choice for early-mid game but hard to justify the resources to bring him to late-game

Operator Overview

“As the messenger of the Snow Realm, I'll definitely appear by your side when you need me.”

Courier is a first-rate scout and messenger, always completing his assignments with a customer-service grin. He is a 4★ Skill-DP-Recovery Vanguard who specializes in DEF.

Courier has two jobs that he performs well: generating DP for team Deployment, and staying alive against physical attackers. Both of his Skills generate DP, though Skill 1: Charge 𝝱 is slightly more efficient. On the other hand, his Skill 2: Command - Defense provides an on-use increase in DEF, amplified by his Talent, Karlan Patrol, which increases his DEF further when blocking 2 or more enemies. These abilities make him one of the more durable choices for a Vanguard, delaying enemies and generating DP over time.

However, Courier may need some help killing enemies. His low Attack and lack of an offensive steroid means he will often rely on teammates' DPS to keep from being overrun. Courier isn't a unit who can function alone. However, Arknights is about team performance, and as part of a team, Courier is a workhorse. His availability, survivability, and Skill efficiency (not to mention his cute smile!) has earned him a place in many players’ hearts.

Newbie Tier List Explanation

Defense is important early on, and Courier offers quite a bit.

Skill Discussion

Skill
Mastery
Story
Advanced
Roguelike
S2M3 None

Note: This unit does not have Mastery grades. This means the unit is generally not one worth spending the resources of Mastery on. However this write-up should help with skill selection, should you want to use the unit regardless.

Like many 4★s, Courier is not a bad unit despite lacking a Mastery grade. However, his role does not require extra investment, either. Most players won't get any value out of him beyond a mid-to-high level E1 with SL7, so extra investment is purely a luxury. If you do want to go that extra mile, S2 is the obvious choice.

Operator Featured Articles

Skill Upgrade Costs

Level Requisites Materials
1 ➝ 2
Lv1
x2
2 ➝ 3
Lv1
x2
x2
3 ➝ 4
Lv1
x3
x2
4 ➝ 5
Lv1
x3
x3
5 ➝ 6
Lv1
x3
x2
6 ➝ 7
Lv1
x4
x2
Skill Level Requisites Materials
1
Lv1 8h
x2
x1
x4
Lv1 16h
x4
x2
x3
Lv1 24h
x6
x2
x2
2
Lv1 8h
x2
x1
x3
Lv1 16h
x4
x2
x2
Lv1 24h
x6
x2
x2

Overall Skill Cost

Elite Upgrade Costs

Level Materials
x15000
x3
x1
x1
x60000
x5
x11
x10

Overall Elite Cost

Total Cost

Operator Profile

Artist Ryuzakiichi
CV Daisuke Hirakawa
CV (EN) Joseph May
CV (CN) 徐翔
CV (KR) 崔乘勋
Gender Male
Place of Birth Kjerag
Birthday March 5
Race Itra
Height 177cm
Combat Experience
2 years
Infection Status Medical tests have confirmed that no infection is present.
Nation
Group
Physical Strength Standard
Mobility Excellent
Physiological Endurance Excellent
Tactical Planning Standard
Combat Skill Excellent
Originium Adaptability Normal

Profile

Courier is an employee of the Karlan Trade Co. LTD, and was born in Kjerag. He is part of the cooperation agreement between the Karlan Trade Co. and Rhodes Island, by which he helps carry out missions for the latter.

Clinical Analysis

Increase Trust to 25.
Imaging tests reveal clear, normal outlines of internal organs, and no abnormal shadows have been detected. Originium granules have not been detected in the circulatory system and there is no sign of infection. At this time, this Operator is believed to be non-infected.

[Cell-Originium Fusion Rate] 0%
Operator shows no signs of infection at this time.

[Blood Crystal Density] 0.12u/L
This Operator has rarely come into contact with Originium.

Archive File 1

Increase Trust to 50.
Courier's keen sense of the terrain and environment is entirely from years of experience. In fact, when he was a child, he was not only unfamiliar with the roads, but he would even get lost. The way he tells it, he once got snowbound when he went out to play and almost didn't make it home alive. Fortunately, SilverAsh was hunting nearby and found him, thus returning him to safety. Because of this, no matter who might try to convince or threaten him to turn his back on SilverAsh, Courier will forever be the man's most faithful supporter.

Archive File 2

Increase Trust to 100.
As a race living in the cold regions of the plateau, the Itra have extraordinary resilience and endurance. Courier is no exception. Still, he likes to keep a low profile. He does everything with skill and with ease, and never lets anyone sees the limits of his abilities. Even SilverAsh is unaware of just what this Itra is capable of.

Archive File 3

Increase Trust to 150.
People enjoy having their letters delivered by Courier. Not only thanks to his attractive face and sunny disposition, but also because the letters he delivers have a faint fragrance about them. When the topic comes up, Courier will immediately change the subject. If pressed on it, he will hem and haw and his face will blush, a side of Courier very rarely seen.

Archive File 4

Increase Trust to 200.
Courier rarely loses his signature faint smile, though it should be noted that he has another side - a calm, tranquil, and peaceful side characteristic of one from the snowlands. Only his enemies and his most trusted friends get the chance to see that side of him. If he loses his smile while talking to you, that can only mean one thing - he regards you as a dear friend.

Promotion Record

Upgrade to Elite LV2.
Most of the scars on Courier's body came from the people of Kjerag rather than beasts. After all, as an important man, SilverAsh has many enemies that want him dead. Courier always confronts these people in the dark. As for the fights with these rebels, only Courier's scars tell the tale - Courier himself says nary a word.

Voice Lines

Default
Appointed as Assistant It's not the duty of a guard to stand here and do nothing. Why don't we chat a bit?
Talk 1 With perfect positioning and a suitable environment, my letters will arrive just fine. After all, it's my job, right? I need to do well to survive.
Talk 2 Are you hungry? If you want something to eat, just say the word. I can't compete with Matterhorn in the kitchen, but I can at least cook a decent meal.
Talk 3 The comms equipment here at Rhodes Island is way too good. At this rate, I'm going to lose my job...
Talk after Promotion 1 Anything else you need? Just don't keep me on the line for too long.
Talk after Promotion 2 Huh? There's a faint smell on the letters? No, you must be imagining things.
Talk after Trust Increase 1 I owe my life to Master SilverAsh. If necessary, I would do anything for him.
Talk after Trust Increase 2 You want me to transport... all these? That's a lot, Doctor! Come on, I'm not a miracle worker!
Talk after Trust Increase 3 Seems I'm no match for you. I suppose it's time to retire my business smile for now... *Ahem*... I'd like to show you my true face, from now on.
Idle Doctor, there's a new message for... Ah, never mind.
Onboard Esteemed Leader of Rhodes Island, your ally—Courier of the Snow Realm—is here at your service. If you get into any sort of trouble during your contract with Master SilverAsh, just snap your fingers and I'll be there.
Watching Battle Record Whoa, that's an incredible job well done.
Promotion 1 You'd save a lot of trouble if you sent me onto the battlefield.
Promotion 2 As a Messenger of the Snow Realm, I'm sure to appear whenever you need me.
Added to Squad Leave the scouting to me.
Appointed as Squad Leader I won't blemish the name of the Snow Realm.
Depart Too bad some people just can't live and let live.
Begin Operation They'll pay for what they've done.
Selecting Operator 1 At your service.
Selecting Operator 2 Your orders.
Deployment 1 Mhmm.
Deployment 2 Forwards!
In Battle 1 Attack!
In Battle 2 How's that?
In Battle 3 Haaaghh!
In Battle 4 Speeding up!
4-star Result I'll bring news of our victory to Rhodes Island right away!
3-star Result Let's grab a nice dinner after we clean up the battlefield. My treat!
Sub 3-star Result Anyone injured? I've got medicine and bandages.
Operation Failure Let's get out of here first. Here, this way! Hurry!
Assigned to Facility I'll greet my roommates and neighbors first.
Tap How can I help?
Trust Tap Alright, I'll whip up a meal for you later.
Title Arknights.
Greeting Call me whenever you need me.