Phantom Blade Zero has no experience points and no character level. Soul gets stronger four ways: collectibles spent on the skill tree, weapon upgrades up to level 30, Memory Flowers that raise his stats, and accessories.
The four ways to get stronger
Exploring every region is the fastest way to grow.
| Route | Paid with | What it gives |
|---|---|---|
| Skill tree | Sha-Chi Amber and Blackstone (each pieced together from four fragments), Memory Flowers | New techniques and passives; fully resettable |
| Weapon upgrades | Remnant Dust, Twinned Metal, Solvent | Damage, Break Power and new perks, up to level 30; fully refundable |
| Memory Flowers | Found in the world or earned by choices | Maximum HP and other stats |
| Accessories | Found in each region | Passive bonuses; three slots, three more locked at first |
The fastest way to grow
- Clear each region's collection tracker before moving on: every Sha-Chi Amber Fragment, Blackstone Shard and Memory Flower is permanent power.
- Equip the Treasure Basin early: it raises Remnant Dust drops by 10%, and Remnant Dust pays for every upgrade and skill.
- Do side quests: some grant Memory Flowers, like sparing the Red Wraith.
- Put your materials into one main weapon; if it is the wrong one, revert it before level 10, while the refund is still free.
Enemies do not respawn: the director confirmed in October 2026 that a defeated enemy stays dead. Remnant Dust and materials come from exploring new areas, not from farming the same fight.
FAQ
Does Phantom Blade Zero have armor or character customization?
No armor stats. Outfits only change how Soul looks; his strength comes from weapon levels, accessories and the skill tree, paid with collectibles instead of experience.
Is there XP in Phantom Blade Zero?
No. Enemies give Remnant Dust, the currency for upgrades and skills, but there is no experience bar or character level.
How do you increase max HP?
Complete Memory Flowers. A named flower is pieced together from remnants and raises maximum HP once whole: +5% for the one Inanis leaves in Crimson Forest, +7% for Fellow Disciples, +10% for Inanis' own six-remnant flower. Complete Memory Flowers, the separate count the skill tree uses, add 10% each. The Jewel's Knot accessory adds 15% HP.
By Edwin Galibert · Last checked Oct 27, 2026 · How we source · Report an error