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Blue Archive: Hoshino Build and Team Guide

by Skylar Feb 14,2025

Hoshino: A Comprehensive Guide to Blue Archive's Reliable Tank

Hoshino shines as a durable frontline tank in Blue Archive, particularly excelling in PvE combat. Her skillset focuses on damage mitigation, enemy taunting, and self-shielding, making her invaluable for protecting damage-dealing teammates. She's a Striker unit dealing Explosive damage, proving highly effective against Heavy Armor enemies in PvE scenarios like Total Assault and campaign missions. However, her limited mobility and defensive focus hinder her PvP performance.

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This guide delves into Hoshino's strengths, optimal gear, and synergistic unit pairings to help you maximize her potential in your team compositions. We'll explore her abilities, ideal applications, and best teammates.

Understanding Hoshino

A third-year student from Abydos High School and a member of the Abydos Foreclosure Task Force, Hoshino's laid-back personality belies her reliable tanking prowess. She utilizes a shotgun, making her a force in close-quarters combat.

Hoshino is a top-tier tank in the early and mid-game, making her a highly recommended unit for new players. New players should also consult the Blue Archive Beginner's Guide for additional team-building and progression advice.

Blue Archive Hoshino Character Guide – Best Builds & Team Compositions

Hoshino's exceptional tanking capabilities in Blue Archive are best utilized in PvE content demanding robust damage absorption and shielding. While less effective in PvP, she remains a top defensive unit for campaign missions, Total Assault events, and extended battles.

For an enhanced gaming experience, play Blue Archive on PC for superior performance and smoother controls.