Gilthunder
Diamond-Rank Holy Knight
Gilthunder does not compete with the top launch carries, but his three weapon paths at least give him some utility range. Longsword supports Shock-based play, Sword and Shield gives basic frontline utility, and Lance adds harder control for players experimenting with PvP-oriented setups. Among 7DS Origin characters, Gilthunder stands out most when you build around PvP, PvE.
Lore snapshot: A Holy Knight of Liones, the son of former Holy Knight Grandmaster Zaratras, and wielder of the magic known as "Thunderbolt." In the past, he once pretended to betray the kingdom and sided with Hendrickson to protect his lover. Together with Howzer and Griamore, he is known as one of the Trio of Troublemakers.
How Strong Is Gilthunder in Each Mode?
PvE
BUsable but rarely optimal compared with stronger launch options.
PvP
BCan contribute in control-oriented setups if the team is built around him.
Boss
CGenerally not a priority boss investment.
Character Snapshot
Best Modes and Playstyle
Best Modes
Playstyle Tags
Why Players Build Gilthunder
Strengths
- +Multiple utility-oriented weapon forms
- +Can support shock or paralysis-based setups
- +Usable as a budget frontline in some teams
Weaknesses
- −Not a strong reroll target
- −Lower ceiling than top SSR options
Best Weapon Forms for Gilthunder
Check each weapon route before you invest. Among 7DS Origin characters, weapon-form flexibility changes your account value more than most players expect. Longsword is usually the safest starting route if you need one simple direction.
Longsword
A lightning debuff form that builds around Shock application and resistance reduction.
Sword and Shield
A basic tank form that taunts enemies, adds shielding, and gives teams a stopgap frontline option.
Lance
A harder control form built around converting Shock into Paralysis for crowd control windows.
Recommended Gilthunder Builds
Use these setups to decide how to build Gilthunder. If you are comparing several 7DS Origin characters, focus on the build that matches the content you care about most instead of forcing one default setup everywhere.
Best Teams for Gilthunder
Team context decides whether a 7DS Origin character feels average or account-defining. When players compare 7DS Origin characters, the real difference often comes from which teammates unlock the same burst window, element plan, or utility loop.
Detailed team recommendations for Gilthunder are still being curated. For now, use the best modes, weapon role, and build goal above to slot this character into the right team shell.
Gilthunder FAQ
These answers are written for players comparing 7DS Origin characters and trying to decide who deserves pulls, gear, and long-term investment first.
01Is Gilthunder worth rerolling in 7DS Origin?
No. Gilthunder is generally a low reroll priority because stronger and more flexible launch characters exist.
More 7DS Origin Character Resources
If you are still comparing 7DS Origin characters, treat these as the next decisions after this page: confirm whether Gilthunder is truly worth building now, then compare that answer against the rest of your roster plan.