{"id":39318,"date":"2026-01-26T15:23:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T07:23:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/?p=39318"},"modified":"2026-01-26T15:33:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T07:33:43","slug":"arknights-6th-anniversary-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/arknights-6th-anniversary-2.html","title":{"rendered":"Arknights 6th Anniversary: The Ultimate Ato Event Guide &amp; Reward Walkthrough"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-39319\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-624x351.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150223.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Arknights celebrates its 6th Global Anniversary with the launch of a major new event, headlined by the debut of the Limited Operator\u00a0<strong>Ato<\/strong>. This guide covers everything you need to know about the anniversary festivities and helps you decide whether to pull on the new limited banner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Arknights 6th Anniversary Event: Ato &#8211; Everything You Need to Know<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The 6th anniversary campaign is now live, featuring a series of celebratory events and activities. The centerpiece is the release of a new limited-time Anniversary Side Story,\u00a0<strong>Ato<\/strong>. The overall celebration runs from\u00a0<strong>January 16th to February 7th<\/strong>, with the special rate-up banner for Ato available from\u00a0<strong>January 16th until January 30th<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"post-game-content-shadow-container app-download-container\">\r\n<div class=\"app-download\">\r\n<div class=\"content-l\">\r\n<div class=\"app-icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dl.memuplay.com\/new_market\/img\/com.YoStarEN.Arknights.icon.2024-12-12-16-30-23.png\" alt=\"Arknights\" \/><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"app-info\">\r\n<p class=\"app-name\">Arknights<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"info-rating\">\r\n<p class=\"r\"><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><b><i style=\"width: 35%;\"><\/i><\/b><\/p>\r\n<p class=\"app-cate\">Strategy<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"content-r\">\r\n<div><a id=\"memuDownload\" href=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/download.php?file_name=Memu-Setup&amp;from=blog_en_Arknights_shouchou\"><i><\/i>Download Arknights on PC<\/a><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"go-game-center\"><a class=\"go-game-center-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/games\">See more in Game Center<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Free Limited Banner Pulls for the 6th Anniversary<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>As part of the 6th Anniversary celebration, simply logging in during the event period will grant you free opportunities to pull on the limited banner. This banner features two brand-new 6\u2605 Operators: the\u00a0<strong>Limited Defender Hoshiguma,<\/strong> the Breacher,\u00a0and the\u00a0<strong>6\u2605 Supporter Haruka<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Upon logging in, you will receive a\u00a0<strong>free 10x Headhunting Permit<\/strong>, allowing you to perform a full multi-pull on this limited banner at no cost.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"431\" class=\"wp-image-39324\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705-624x350.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150705-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Daily Free Single Pulls<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additionally, by logging in daily during the banner period, you can perform\u00a0<strong>one free single pull each day<\/strong>. If you log in every day, this amounts to\u00a0<strong>up to 14 free pulls<\/strong>\u00a0over the course of the event.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Please note that these free pulls are\u00a0<strong>limited banner pulls<\/strong>\u00a0and can only be used on the current limited banner. Be sure to log in during the event period and use them before they expire.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Special 6th Anniversary Login Campaigns<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In addition to the free pulls, two special login campaigns will be held during the anniversary:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The first is a\u00a0<strong>one-time account login reward<\/strong>\u00a0that grants a\u00a0<strong>6\u2605 Operator Selector Ticket<\/strong>\u00a0and a\u00a0<strong>free outfit voucher<\/strong>. The selector ticket includes four highly useful 6\u2605 Operators suitable for both new and veteran players:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Surtr<\/strong>\u00a0(Guard)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Bagpipe<\/strong>\u00a0(Vanguard)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Eyjafjalla<\/strong>\u00a0(Caster)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Saria<\/strong>\u00a0(Defender)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Log in once during the event to claim these rewards.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"430\" class=\"wp-image-39325\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850-624x349.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126150850-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Second Login Event: Daily Lottery Draw<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The second anniversary login event features a daily lottery draw, where players can obtain Orundum for 14 consecutive days. Each day, you may select\u00a0<strong>two lottery tickets<\/strong>; the reward will be determined by the\u00a0<strong>higher Orundum value<\/strong>\u00a0between the two tickets, ranging from\u00a0<strong>300 to 800 Orundum per ticket<\/strong>. If you are fortunate, you can acquire\u00a0<strong>up to 10,000 Orundums<\/strong>\u00a0throughout this event.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"430\" class=\"wp-image-39326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011-624x349.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151011-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6th Anniversary Side Story: Ato<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Alongside the anniversary celebration, a limited-time Side Story event \u2013\u00a0<strong>Ato<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 will be available. During the event period, clear various stages to earn\u00a0<strong>event-exclusive currency<\/strong>, which can be exchanged for valuable resources in the event shop.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" class=\"wp-image-39327\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-1536x860.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-624x349.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151124.jpg 1603w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event Rewards &amp; Free Operator<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Completing event stages for the first time will grant a substantial amount of\u00a0<strong>Originium Prime<\/strong>. By clearing all first-time stage clears and challenge stages, you can obtain up to\u00a0<strong>38 Originium Prime<\/strong>, equivalent to\u00a0<strong>6,080 Orundum<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0<strong>10 pulls<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additionally, the event shop offers\u00a0<strong>3 Headhunting Tickets<\/strong>\u00a0for\u00a0<strong>450 event currency<\/strong>, which can be farmed from event stages. By completing event missions, you will also receive a free welfare Operator: the\u00a0<strong>5\u2605 Vanguard Matsukiri<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Welfare Operator: Matsukiri<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Matsukiri is the free 5\u2605 Vanguard available during the Ato event. He belongs to the new\u00a0<strong>\u201cStrategist Vanguard\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0subclass, showcasing the full mechanics of this branch while holding his own in battle with a solid and versatile skill set.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" class=\"wp-image-39328\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306-624x351.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151306-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In essence, Strategist Vanguards specialize in manipulating the DP cost of operators in the waiting area. They can significantly reduce the DP cost of specific operator types while increasing the cost of others. This subclass has access to a special marker on the deployment grid, and can\u00a0<strong>swap the DP costs<\/strong>\u00a0of operators placed on the left and right sides of the marker\u2014making high-cost operators cheaper to deploy, and low-cost operators more expensive.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Matsukiri&#8217;s Role &amp; Kit<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Matsukiri serves as a\u00a0<strong>Defender- and Supporter-focused Vanguard<\/strong>. His talents and skills enhance the operators of these classes:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>His\u00a0<strong>talent<\/strong>\u00a0boosts the ATK of deployed Defender and Supporter operators.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>His\u00a0<strong>skills<\/strong>\u00a0allow him to generate DP while also\u00a0<strong>reducing the DP cost<\/strong>\u00a0of Defender\/Supporter operators and increasing their Max HP.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Arknights 6th Anniversary Limited Banner \u2013 Should You Roll?<\/strong><br \/>Alongside the anniversary events, a special\u00a0<strong>Limited Rate-Up Banner<\/strong>\u00a0will be available, featuring two new 6\u2605 operators:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Hoshiguma the Breacher<\/strong>\u00a0(Limited 6\u2605 Defender)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Haruka<\/strong>\u00a0(6\u2605 Supporter)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hoshiguma the Breacher<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Hoshiguma is a\u00a0<strong>Limited 6\u2605 Defender<\/strong>\u00a0of the\u00a0<strong>Arts Protector<\/strong>\u00a0archetype. She excels at dealing Arts damage to multiple enemies within her range while providing strong sustain for allies. She can block enemy attacks and\u00a0<strong>redirect lethal damage taken by allies to herself<\/strong>, making her a durable frontline protector.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"431\" class=\"wp-image-39329\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514-624x350.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151514-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Hoshiguma\u2019s defining ability is her\u00a0<strong>third skill<\/strong>, which greatly expands her attack range to hit both ground and air enemies with Arts damage. While active, she gains a large increase to ATK and Max HP, and can attack up to 3 enemies within range.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The skill\u2019s unique mechanic triggers when\u00a0<strong>manually deactivated before its duration ends<\/strong>. Upon early manual cancellation, Hoshiguma will:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Deal\u00a0<strong>4\u00d7 damage per hit<\/strong>\u00a0to enemies in range<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Become\u00a0<strong>undefeatable for 11 seconds<\/strong><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Redirect any lethal damage taken by allies within her range to herself<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>After 11 seconds, she automatically retreats.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Talent \u2013 Unyielding Stance<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>When receiving lethal damage, Hoshiguma does not retreat immediately. Instead, she accumulates damage up to\u00a0<strong>200% of her Max HP<\/strong>\u00a0before being forced to retreat. She also gains substantial ATK and RESIST stats, enhancing both her survivability and damage output.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Haruka \u2013 Abjurer Supporter<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Haruka is a\u00a0<strong>6\u2605 Abjurer Supporter<\/strong>, a subclass that normally attacks enemies when skills are inactive and switches to healing when skills are active. Haruka excels at providing\u00a0<strong>massive healing<\/strong>\u00a0and granting allies a powerful\u00a0<strong>Sanctuary buff<\/strong>, significantly reducing incoming damage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Her unique trait allows her to\u00a0<strong>bypass the usual Abjurer restriction<\/strong>, enabling her to deal damage to enemies even while healing allies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" class=\"wp-image-39330\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735-500x280.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735-624x351.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151735-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Haruka\u2019s strength lies in her\u00a0<strong>second<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>third skills<\/strong>, each serving distinct and powerful roles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Skill 2 (Sustained Support):<\/strong>\u00a0This is her primary &#8220;set-and-forget&#8221; skill. It allows her to heal\u00a0<strong>one additional ally<\/strong>\u00a0within range and apply the\u00a0<strong>Sanctuary<\/strong>\u00a0effect to more targets. Whenever she heals an ally with this skill active, she also deals\u00a0<strong>Arts damage to up to 3 enemies<\/strong>\u00a0within range, with the damage scaling based on the amount of healing done. Its automatic nature makes it her most commonly used skill.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Skill 3 (Burst &amp; Control):<\/strong>\u00a0When activated, this skill expands her attack range, reduces her attack interval, and significantly increases the potency of her\u00a0<strong>Sanctuary<\/strong>\u00a0effect, dramatically reducing damage taken by allies. Furthermore, enemies attacking allies under this enhanced Sanctuary effect will be\u00a0<strong>Levitated<\/strong>\u00a0and take Arts damage from Haruka, enabling synergy with other operators that capitalize on the Levitate control effect.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Should You Roll?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"427\" class=\"wp-image-39331\" src=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151956.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151956.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151956-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/QQ\u56fe\u724720260126151956-624x347.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Pull Rating: 8\/10 for both Hoshiguma the Breacher and Haruka<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Both operators excel in their respective roles: Hoshiguma provides formidable Arts damage and unparalleled survivability, while Haruka offers exceptional damage mitigation and healing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>They are not, however, considered &#8220;must-pull&#8221; operators. While they bring excellent utility to a wide range of content, their absence does not significantly hinder an account&#8217;s progress. Other operators can fulfill similar functions, albeit often less efficiently or powerfully in certain scenarios.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Consider rolling on this banner if:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>You lack a durable, high-damage Arts tank.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>You need a powerful defensive supporter for challenging content.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>You value\u00a0<strong>Limited Operators<\/strong>, as Hoshiguma will be harder to obtain in the future.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>That covers all the essential details of Arknights&#8217; 6th Anniversary celebration. From the limited-time story event\u00a0<strong>Ato<\/strong>\u00a0and its valuable rewards to the powerful new operators\u00a0<strong>Hoshiguma the Breacher<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Haruka<\/strong>, this anniversary offers a wealth of content and opportunities. Whether you choose to invest in the banner or focus on the generous free rewards, we hope this guide helps you make the most of the festivities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arknights celebrates its 6th Global Anniversary with the launch of a major new event, headlined by the debut of the Limited Operator\u00a0Ato. This guide covers everything you need to know about the anniversary festivities and helps you decide whether to pull on the new limited banner. Arknights 6th Anniversary Event: Ato &#8211; Everything You Need to Know The 6th anniversary campaign is now live, featuring a series of celebratory events and activities. The centerpiece is the release of a new limited-time Anniversary Side Story,\u00a0Ato. The overall celebration runs from\u00a0January 16th to February 7th, with the special rate-up banner for Ato available from\u00a0January 16th until January 30th. Arknights \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Strategy Download Arknights on PC See more in Game Center Free Limited Banner Pulls for the 6th Anniversary As part of the 6th Anniversary celebration, simply logging in during the event period will grant you free opportunities to pull on the limited banner. This banner features two brand-new 6\u2605 Operators: the\u00a0Limited Defender Hoshiguma, the Breacher,\u00a0and the\u00a06\u2605 Supporter Haruka. Upon logging in, you will receive a\u00a0free 10x Headhunting Permit, allowing you to perform a full multi-pull on this limited banner at no cost. 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