Pity System Explained — Punishing: Gray Raven Guide

Manage resources effectively in Punishing: Gray Raven using the Pity System guide. Learn how guaranteed drops work across banners for Constructs and Weapons.

Welcome, Commandant! Understanding the Pity System in Punishing: Gray Raven is crucial for efficient resource management and acquiring your desired Constructs and Weapons. This detailed guide will break down how pity works across different banners, ensuring you make informed decisions with your Black Cards and Research Tickets.

What is Pity?

Pity is a guaranteed drop mechanic that ensures you receive a high-rarity item (S-rank Construct or 6-star Weapon) after a certain number of pulls if you haven't received one already. Each banner type has its own independent pity counter, meaning pulls on one banner do not affect the pity on another.

Construct Banners

There are several types of Construct banners, each with distinct pity rules:

1. Event Construct Research (New S-Rank Banners)

• Location: Accessed via the "Research" tab, then selecting the active "Event Construct" banner.
• Pity Count: 60 pulls.
• Guaranteed Item: An S-rank Construct.
• Pity Transfer: This is a "soft pity" system. If you do not obtain the featured S-rank Construct within 60 pulls, your next S-rank pull is guaranteed to be the featured Construct. More importantly, your pity count for this banner carries over to the next new S-rank Construct banner. This is incredibly valuable for F2P and low-spending players, allowing you to save pulls across patches.
• Strategy: Always try to pull on these banners if you are aiming for a specific new S-rank. Even if you don't reach pity, your progress isn't lost.

2. Standard Construct Research (Permanent Banner)

• Location: Accessed via the "Research" tab, then selecting "Standard Construct".
• Pity Count: 60 pulls.
• Guaranteed Item: An S-rank Construct from the standard pool.
• Pity Transfer: Pity on this banner does not carry over to other banners. It resets once an S-rank is obtained.
• Strategy: Generally, it's advised to avoid pulling on this banner with Black Cards unless you are a whale or have a specific reason (e.g., trying to get a specific base S-rank for a promotion and have exhausted other options). Event banners offer better value due to pity transfer and featured units.

3. Targeted Construct Research (Specific S-Rank Rerun)

• Location: Accessed via the "Research" tab, these banners appear periodically, featuring a specific S-rank Construct from the standard pool.
• Pity Count: 60 pulls.
• Guaranteed Item: The featured S-rank Construct.
• Pity Transfer: Pity on this banner does not carry over. It resets once the featured S-rank is obtained.
• Strategy: These banners are useful if you missed a specific S-rank on its initial run or want to obtain a duplicate for further promotions (e.g., to SSS+). However, be mindful that pity does not transfer.

Weapon Banners

Weapon banners also feature a pity system, essential for equipping your Constructs with their signature 6-star weapons.

1. Event Weapon Research (New 6-Star Weapon Banners)

• Location: Accessed via the "Research" tab, then selecting the active "Event Weapon" banner.
• Pity Count: 30 pulls.
• Guaranteed Item: A 6-star Weapon.
• Pity Transfer: Pity on this banner does not carry over to the next Event Weapon banner. It resets once a 6-star weapon is obtained.
• Guaranteed Featured Weapon: Unlike Construct banners, getting a 6-star weapon on this banner is not immediately guaranteed to be the featured weapon. However, if your 6-star pull is *not* the featured weapon, your next 6-star weapon pull on the same banner is guaranteed to be the featured one. This is often referred to as a "50/50" system, where you have a chance to get an off-banner 6-star first.
• Strategy: If you are pulling for a specific signature weapon, be prepared for the possibility of needing up to 60 pulls (30 for the first 6-star, then another 30 for the guaranteed featured if the first was off-banner).

2. Standard Weapon Research (Permanent Weapon Banner)

• Location: Accessed via the "Research" tab, then selecting "Standard Weapon".
• Pity Count: 30 pulls.
• Guaranteed Item: A 6-star Weapon from the standard pool.
• Pity Transfer: Pity on this banner does not carry over. It resets once a 6-star weapon is obtained.
• Strategy: Similar to the Standard Construct banner, it's generally not recommended to spend Black Cards on this banner. Event Weapon banners offer a path to a specific signature weapon, which is usually a higher priority.

Important Considerations

• Research Tickets: Always use the correct Research Tickets for the corresponding banner type (e.g., Event Construct Research Tickets for Event Construct banners). Black Cards can be converted into any type of Research Ticket.
• Pity Tracking: You can check your current pity count by navigating to the specific banner and tapping the "Details" or "Rates" button. It will show you how many pulls you have made since your last high-rarity drop.
• Resource Management: Prioritize your Black Cards for Event Construct Research due to the pity transfer. Only pull on other banners if you have a specific, well-researched goal and sufficient resources.
• New Player Bonus: New Commandants often receive a special "New Commander Research" banner for Constructs with a reduced pity count (usually 40 pulls) and a guaranteed S-rank. Take advantage of this!

By understanding and strategically utilizing the Pity System, you can maximize your chances of acquiring the Constructs and Weapons you need to dominate the Punishing Virus!