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=== What is Tears of Themis? ===
=== What is Tears of Themis? ===


Tears of Themis is a mobile otome game for Android and iOS developed by Chinese game developer miHoYo, notably also the creators of mobile RPG Genshin Impact. The game was first released in The Chinese Mainland (29th July, 2020, pubilished by miHoYo), with the Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan server(published by NIJIGEN) release date on 20th August, 2020 and the global server(published by HoYoVerse) release date on 29th July, 2021.
Tears of Themis is a mobile joseimuke game for Android and iOS published by Chinese game developer MiHoYo, notably also the creators of mobile RPG Genshin Impact. The game was first released in China (29th July, 2020) and Taiwan (20th August, 2020). Global server release date was on 29th July, 2021.


=== What is joseimuke and why do I frequently see this game and similar games in this genre labeled as otome? ===
=== What is joseimuke and why do I frequently see this game and similar games in this genre labeled as otome? ===


Joseimuke is an all-encompassing term for media targeted towards female audiences in general. It is an umbrella term for genres such as otome, yaoi, shojo manga, etc. Otomemuke ("otome": maiden) games are a genre that features romance between the female lead character and her male love interests. The actual gameplay itself varies from title to title. A simple rule of thumb is that all otome is joseimuke, but not all joseimuke is otome.  
Joseimuke is an all-encompassing term for media targeted towards general female audience. It is an umbrella term for genres such as otome, yaoi, shojo manga, etc. Otomemuke ("otome"; maiden) games are a genre that feature romance between the female lead character and her male love interests. The actual gameplay itself varies from title to title.  


Traditional otome mechanics at play in Tears of Themis include increasing the male leads' affection to unlock personal storylines. These personal stories, as well as events and card stories, focus on the developing romances between the main character and the four male leads.
A simple rule of thumb is that all otome is joseimuke, but not all joseimuke are otome.  


Traditional otome mechanics that are ''missing'' include route-based gameplay (while there are "soft routes" at play in the form of mutually exclusive timelines, the player is never asked to choose between them) and collection of good/bad/neutral story endings. Additionally, note the main story is on a "neutral" or common timeline, with the relationships kept in the background as the main character and four male leads solve the mystery of the X-NOTE.
For a more in-depth overview of the topic, this article by Otome Obsessed offers an excellent break down of the distinctions in terminology: https://otomeobsessed.com/why-you-think-a-joseimuke-is-an-otome-game/
 
For a more in-depth overview of the topic, [https://otomeobsessed.com/why-you-think-a-joseimuke-is-an-otome-game/ this article] by Otome Obsessed offers an excellent break down of the distinctions in terminology.


=== What is the point / objective / appeal of this game? Why should I play it?  ===
=== What is the point / objective / appeal of this game? Why should I play it?  ===


Appeal in Tears of Themis lies in its plot, design, and romantic elements. The game plays like a visual novel as the main plot of the story is less focused on romantic development and more on the detective mystery aesthetic. There are also a collection element through obtaining cards and art through evolving collected cards.
If you are not interested in the romantic elements of Tears of Themis, you may still find it appealing for it’s collection elements -- obtaining and leveling up your cards -- and/or for the visual novel element, as the main plot of the story is less focused on romantic development and more on the detective/mystery aesthetic.


=== How is this game different from Genshin Impact? ===
=== I’m coming from Genshin Impact. How is this game different and what should I expect? ===


Unlike Genshin Impact, Tears of Themis does not have an open world, and there are no avatars to control.  It is a visual novel with card collection by means of the gacha.
Unlike Genshin Impact, Tears of Themis does not have an open world and there are no avatars to control.  It is a visual novel with card collection by means of the gacha (or other tasks, but rarely.)


=== How is this game different from Mr. Love: Queen’s Choice or similar games? ===
=== I’m coming from Mr. Love: Queen’s Choice or similar otome game. How is this game different and what should I expect? ===


MLQC and Tears of Themis are similar in how they are structured. Cards are obtained through the gacha (and occasional events) and used to beat mission quests and other objectives to progress through the main plot and side stories.  
MLQC and Tears of Themis are similar in how they’re structured. You’ll collect cards from the gacha and power them up to use them to beat mission quests and other objectives to progress through the main plot and side stories.  


=== Can I change the gender of the MC? ===
=== Can I change the gender of the MC? ===


No, the MC is a fixed character with a female gender that cannot be changed.
Unfortunately no. The MC's gender cannot be changed and can only be female.


=== How long is the story? Is there a suggested reading order? ===
=== How long is the story? ===


The game was initially released in global (late July 2021) with Episodes 1 to 5(I) of the [[Main Story]]. Each male love interest also has their own [[Character Stories]], where at release, two chapters were available. New [[Main Story]] episodes and [[Character Stories]] chapters are periodically added in the game. For a beginner player, an early common route can be found here: [[Suggested Reading Order]].
The game was initially released in global with four episodes, release of episode five in August 2021. Each male love interest also has their own personal side story, where at release, two chapters were available.


Cards of SR and SSR rarity come with side stories specific to the artwork of that card. Card stories generally do not affect the Main Story, and the order they are read will be based on their release order or more generally, the relationship status of the Main Character and the Male Lead (e.g. "not yet in a relationship" cards to "in a relationship" cards).
Cards of SR and SSR rarity also come with side stories specific to the artwork of that card that consist of various sections each.


Progress in completing the available content will be dependent on a player's card collection and regulated by the limited nature of resources like stamina, but eventually most long-term players will complete all available main story and personal story content and be left to focus on card collection-related tasks, mini-games, and events while waiting for new content updates.
Progress in completing the available content will be dependent on a player's card collection and regulated by the limited nature of resources like stamina, but eventually most long-term players will complete all available main story and personal story content and be left to focus on card collection-related tasks, mini-games, and events while waiting for new content updates.  


=== Do the choices I pick affect the story permanently? ===
=== Are any of the choices in the story permanent, and will the story change depending on what I pick (for ex: if one guy is picked over another) ===
At the time of publishing, there’s no indication that anything you choose will have a long-term effect on the story or is irreversible, nor does the game force you to choose one love interest over the others.


The romance development in Tears of Themis is highly dependent on the collection of cards for the love interests, from the permanently available set of cards as well as from time-limited events that occur regularly. Otherwise, though, the romances are fixed, meaning that you can pursue any (or all) of the characters without being locked into a ‘route’ and affecting your progress with the other characters or causing the development of the overall story to change somehow.
At the time of publishing there’s no indication that anything you choose will have a long-term effect on the story or is irreversible, nor does the game force you to choose one love interest over the others.  


In some events, however, the player may have to choose between completing content for different love interests. This does not affect the main story though, and players will usually have the ability to complete the previously unchosen content after advancing far enough into their selected item.
The romance development in Tears of Themis is highly dependent on the collection of cards for the love interests, from the base set but also from time-limited events that occur regularly. Otherwise, though, the romances are fixed, meaning that you can pursue.


=== Where can I buy miHoYo/Tears of Themis merchandise? ===
=== Where can I buy miHoYo/Tears of Themis merchandise? ===


Please visit [https://mihoyo.world.tmall.com/ miHoYo Tmall] for merchandise.
https://mihoyo.tmall.com/index.htm?spm=a1z10.3-b-s.w5002-16362476162.2.11f075f9M1sZtf


==  Gameplay ==
==  Technical ==
 
=== Can I play this game on emulator? ===
 
Several people have reported that the game can be successfully run on Bluestacks 5.
 
=== I can't play the game on Data! ===


=== '''General''' ===
This seems to be a relatively common issue amongst players. A workaround solution is to play the game while connecting through VPN. Make sure you verify the VPN you're connecting to is safe before using it!


==== What time does the server reset? What time do events/new Shadows of Themis start? ====
== Gameplay ==


Daily tasks, affection limit, friendship badge claims, and daily tries for stages all reset at 4:00 AM UTC+9. You can also view your Daily tasks in-game for a rough timer.
=== General ===


New events and Shadows of Themis start at 11:00 AM UTC+9.
==== What time is reset? ====


==== How fast does AP recharge? ====
4:00 AM UTC+9. You can also view your Daily quests in-game for a rough timer.


1 AP every 6 minutes or 10 AP per hour.
Dailies, affection, friendship badge claims, quests all reset during this time.


==== What are all the currencies in Tears of Themis? What do they do? ====
==== What time do events/new Shadows of Themis start? ====


Please visit [[Currency]] for more information.
12:00 PM UTC+9.


==== What are {{Currency|S-Chip}} used for? ====
==== How fast does AP recharge? ====


{{Currency|S-Chip|notext=true}}[[S-Chip]] can be used to purchase {{Currency|Tears of Themis|notext=true}}[[Tears of Themis]] ({{Currency|S-Chip}}s x180 for {{Currency|Tears of Themis}} x1), AP ({{Currency|S-Chip}}s x20 for 60 AP), refresh limited attempts in certain game modes such as [[Fieldwork]] and [[Special Consultation]], and exchange for other valuable items such as "MR Bingo" event currency.
1 AP every 6 minutes / 10 AP per hour.


Please visit [[S-Chip]] for more information.
==== What are all the currencies in Tears of Themis? What do they do? ====


==== What are the Gift and Star currency for? How to get more? ====
Read the [Currency page](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Currency) on the Wiki.
[[Items#Star Items|Star]] currency is used to upgrade cards.


Star currency are obtained from exchanging {{Currency|Gift I|notext=true}}[[Gift I]] or {{Currency|Gift II|notext=true}}[[Gift II]] in the [[Mall#Exchange Shop|Exchange Shop]]. A single upgrade costs 4 Stars.
==== What are S-Chips used for? ====
They can be used to convert to stamina or Tears of Themis (currency used to pull on banners). In the future, they can also be used to convert to special event Tears, so don't convert them ahead of time! Save them!


Gift currency are obtained when pulling a duplicate card that is already at max upgrade. R cards will convert into {{Currency|Gift I}} x100, SR cards into {{Currency|Gift I}} x1000, and SSR cards into {{Currency|Gift II}} x100.
==== What are the star currency for? ====


Please visit [[Cards#Card_Fragment/Star_Upgrading|Card Fragment/Star Upgrading]] for more information.
You get Gift currency after you pull 5+ of a card. These Gifts can be used to trade for Stars to upgrade cards.


==== I'm out of {{Currency|Stellin}} / Oracle of Justice! How to get more? ====
==== I'm out of Gold/EXP! How do I get more? ====


* Complete your Business and Operations dailies in Legal Studies.
* Complete your Business and Operations dailies in Legal Studies.  
* Do Anomaly Stages / Temple of Trials / Trials of Themis.
* Do Anomaly Stages / Temple of Trials / Trials of Themis.
* Always claim your NXX Headquarters Resource Requisition (unlocked after completing Main Story 04-02).
* Always claim your NXX Headquarters Resource Requisition (Unlocked after 04-02).
* Exchange in Exchange Shops using Friendship Badge, Case Report and Astral Memory
 
==== What should I spend {{Currency|Friendship Badge}} on? ====
You can spend it on whichever resource you are lacking.


==== Do Rookie Tasks disappear? ====
==== Do Rookie Tasks disappear? ====


No, they will stay around indefinitely/forever until you have completed all tasks and claimed all rewards.
No. They will stay around indefinitely/forever until you complete them.


==== What should my game progression be like? ====
==== What should my game progression be like? ====


It is recommended to complete Main Story episode 4 to unlock NXX Headquarters and its features, which helps with resource gains and deck strength. When you cannot progress further, you should focus on grinding Stellins, Oracles, and evolve Chips to power up your deck. Once your cards are strong enough again, you resume Main Story and repeat the cycle.  
Focus your energy on the Main Story. There are some features that Main Story unlocks like NXX HQ that'll help with the resource grind, so you want to focus your energy here and try to get as far as you can here up through at least up to Ep. 5 (I).  


After you have finished the Main Story, you can look into continuing the grind to level up your cards in preparation for future chapters.
There are some stages where you will hit a wall though, and if you don't have the Gold/EXP to level them up, you will have to switch gears and refocus your energy on Anomaly stages/Trials of Themis/Temple of Trials to grind Gold/EXP/evolve mats to upgrade your cards.


It is also worth doing Anomaly stages daily for card fragments as there is a limit of 3 tries/stage/day.
Once your cards are strong enough again, then you can start using energy on Main Story again and basically repeat the cycle.


You should also try to progress [[Trials of Themis]] which will raise the S-Chip cap that you can earn weekly from [[Temple of Trials]].
After you're finished with Main Story, you can look into continuing the grind to level up your cards in preparation for future chapters.


=== '''Gacha / Shadows of Themis / Cards''' ===
==== What should I spend Friendship Badges on? ====


==== What is Shadows of Themis? What should I pull on? ====
Whichever resource you're missing.


[[Shadows of Themis]] are card banners. Currently, there's Permanent Shadows of Themis, Rotation Shadows of Themis, and Event-Exclusive Shadows of Themis.
=== User/Profile-Related ===


It is recommended to begin with pulling for the guaranteed SSR in 30 pulls on the permanent banner. Thereafter, it is recommended to save currency and pull for your favourite. Events occur time to time, so if unsure, it is good to save for the future.
==== How do I share? Do I have to share? ====


==== How does pity work? Is there a soft pity in the game? ====
Go to your Profile and there should be a share icon in the bottom left. You do not have to actually share your post. Simply clicking on the social media you want to share with and backing out is enough to trigger the rewards.


The guaranteed pity count is NOT shared across different types of banners.
==== How do I get the blue Judgement Badge? How do I get other badges? ====
It was only available to Closed Beta users who completed all their Closed Beta tasks in May. It is no longer obtainable.


An SR card or higher is guaranteed within 10 draws.
Other badges are obtainable during various events. Check the [Wiki page on Badges](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Badges) for a list of all badges and how to obtain them.


On birthday banners, an SSR card is guaranteed within 90 draws.
==== How do I get illustrations? ====
Illustrations are art snippets that appear during Main Story, Character Stories, Dates, etc. Viewing the art when you're playing through the story automatically unlocks it in your archive.


On most types of banners, an SSR card is guaranteed within 100 draws.
==== How do I get more invitations (home menu backgrounds)? ====
Complete Main Story episodes and in future events.


Please check the [[Shadows of Themis#Shadows of Themis Types|Shadows of Themis Types]] page for detailed rules on guaranteed pity count for each type of banner. You can also click on Probability on each banner to read detailed explanation of the banner pity and to view the card pool.
=== Mall / Gacha ===


There is no soft pity in the game.
==== Can I top-up outside the App/Playstore? ====


==== How many {{Currency|S-Chip}} will I need to hit pity? Does banner pity carry over? ====
Yes! Go to the [ToT miHoYo website](https://tot.mihoyo.com) and click the Top Up option on the banner.


180 S-Chip = 1 Pull, so 18,000 S-Chips = 100 Pulls.
==== What are the best purchases if I want to minnow/dolphin/whale? ====


For 4 SSR Event Exclusive banners, pity carries over to rerun of the same banner.
If you're looking to spend, the best purchases typically are the Monthly Pass and the Investment Fund.


For other banners, banner pity will carry over to next banners of the same type. For example, Rotation banners to Rotation banners.
The Investment Fund is more of a long-term purchase though, as it requires you to get to Level 80 in order to obtain the full rewards, which may take several months.


Please check the [[Shadows of Themis#Pity|Shadows of Themis - Pity]] page for more details.
There is also the Welcome Gift, where you can buy any amount of gems ($0.99) for materials and a free SR.


==== Does it matter if I do single/ten-pulls? ====
If you're looking to maximize Gem -> S-Chip Conversions, look for packs that offer a better ratio than the standard 1 Gem -> 10 S-Chip or 18 Gems -> 180 S-Chips -> 1 Tears of Themis ratio, such as the limited-time event pack conversions (e.g. During release, there was a pack that offered 1 Gem -> 40 S-Chips).


No, there is no difference doing single/ten-pulls. The pity counter to getting an SR/SSR in 10/100 will be the same regardless of single or ten-pulls.
==== I purchased gems and claimed the Welcome Gift but didn't claim the SR, help! ====


==== What are the card rarities? What are their differences? ====
The item to claim the SR card will be in your Inventory.


There are 4 card rarities: SSR, SR, MR, and R. Please check [[Cards#Card Rarity|Card Rarity]] for more details.
==== What is Shadows of Themis? ====


==== Do SSR/SR/R cards rerun? How long does it take before a card gets rerun? ====
Shadow of Themis is the name the game calls card banners.


SSR and SR cards that originally run in [[Shadows_of_Themis#Event_Exclusive:_2_SSR|2-SSR Event Exclusive Shadow of Themis]] may rerun in Rotation Shadow of Themis and in other banners later. It may take a number of months before they are rerun.
==== What should I pull on? ====


SSR cards that originally run in [[Shadows_of_Themis#Event_Exclusive:_4_SSR|4-SSR Event Exclusive Shadow of Themis]] usually rerun a year later. This includes anniversary cards.
It is recommended to begin with pulling for the guaranteed SSR in 30 pulls on the permanent banner. Thereafter, it is recommended to save currency and pull for your favourite. Events occur time to time, so if unsure, it is good to save for the future.


Birthday SSR cards rerun every year during the male lead's birthday.
==== Does it matter if I do single/ten-pulls? ====


<!--Some event-limited SR cards may become obtainable again through XXXXX.-->
No, there is no difference doing single/ten-pulls. The pity counter to getting an SR/SSR in 10/100 will be the same regardless of single or ten-pulls.
Free event-limited R cards may become obtainable again through limited-time mall exchange during rerun of the event.


Please check [[Shadows of Themis]] for more details.
==== How does pity work? ====


==== Do MR cards rerun? ====
On most banners, you will get a guaranteed new SSR at 100 pulls. If you pull an SSR you already own on rate-up, your pity will not reset.


MR cards that originally ran with "[[Events#Lucky_Bingo_Events|MR Bingo]]" type event can become obtainable again during the rerun of the same event.
==== How many S-Chips will I need to hit pity? ====


MR cards that originally run with [[Events#Special_Consultations|Special Consultations]] type event can become obtainable again on the next Special Consultation of the same male lead.
180 S-Chip = 1 Pull, so 18000 S-Chips = 100 Pulls.


MR cards will typically cost a bit higher during rerun.
If you want both SSRs on a banner, you will need 36000 S-Chips.


=== '''Mall''' ===
==== Does banner pity carry over? ====
Banner pity will carry over to other banners of the same type. For example, Rotation banners to Rotation banners.


==== Can I top-up outside the App Store / Play Store? ====
See [the banner archive page on the Wiki](https://tot.wiki/Shadows_of_Themis) for banner types.


Yes, you can visit [https://tot.mihoyo.com/ Tears of Themis official website] and click the Top Up option on the banner.
==== Is there a soft pity in the game? ====


==== What is P-Points? How to get SR Thin Veil and SSR Matching Tattoos? ====
There is no soft pity.


Every time you make a purchase, you will receive P-Points corresponding to the amount you spent (1 USD = 6 P-Points).
==== What is the conversion rate on P-Points? ====


SR Thin Veil and SSR Matching Tattoos are cards only obtainable through P-Points and are not available anywhere else in the game. The first costs 100 USD and the second costs approximately 833 USD.
$1 USD = 6 P-Points. [See the Wiki for a list of rewards and their estimated USD rate to obtain them.](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Mall#Total_Purchases)


Please see [[Mall]] for a list of total purchase rewards and their estimated USD rate.
=== Deckbuilding/Card-related ===


==== What should I buy in the mall? ====
==== How do debate stages work? What do cards do? ====
The Wiki covers deck and card mechanics here:


If you're looking to spend, the best purchases typically are the Monthly Pass and the Investment Fund.
* https://tot.wiki/wiki/Game_mechanics#Debates
* https://tot.wiki/wiki/Card_mechanics


The Investment Fund is more of a long-term purchase though, as it requires you to get to Level 80 in order to obtain the full rewards, which may take several months.
==== What is Influence? What are arguments? ====


There is also the Welcome Gift, where you can buy any amount of Gems ($0.99) for materials and a free SR.
Influence is the Attack stat in the game. Arguments are essentially the enemy's arguments that you deal damage to when selecting a card.


If you're looking to maximize Gem -> S-Chip Conversions, look for packs that offer a better ratio than the standard 1 Gem -> 10 S-Chip or 18 Gems -> 180 S-Chips -> 1 Tears of Themis ratio, such as the limited-time event pack conversions (e.g. During release, there was a pack that offered 1 Gem -> 40 S-Chips).
==== How should I level my cards? ====


==== I purchased {{Currency|Gem}} and claimed the Welcome Gift but didn't claim the SR! ====
Early on, leveling your cards equally is more effective than hard focusing on a single card. Depending on the level you get stuck on, you may want to focus on cards with attributes strong against the boss.


You can go to Home Screen > Profile > Inventory to exchange for your SR.
This is because it takes more materials to level higher-level cards than lower ones, and your deck will be stronger overall if you have multiple leveled cards vs. a single strong card.


=== '''Deck-building''' ===
==== Can I focus on only cards for one character? ====


==== How do debate stages work? What do cards do? ====
Some stages force you to use characters from a single character only (e.g. Character Stories, Birthday events), so unless you plan on skipping out on these character stories/events, it is still recommended to eventually level them.
Please visit [[Game mechanics|debate mechanics]] and [[card mechanics]] to learn more about the game mechanics.  


==== What is Influence? What are arguments? ====
Influence is the Attack stat in the game. Arguments are essentially the enemy's arguments that you deal damage to when selecting a card.
==== How should I level my cards? Can I focus only on cards of one character? ====
Leveling your cards equally is more effective than hard focusing on a single card. Early on, it is recommended to level your SSR and SR to Lv. 70/100, and R cards to Lv. 40/70 instead of raising them all the way to Lv. 100/100  or Lv. 70/70. This is because it takes more materials to level higher-level cards than lower-lever ones, and your deck will be stronger overall if you have multiple leveled cards vs. a single strong card.
Depending on the level you get stuck on, you may want to focus on cards with attributes strong against the boss.
Some stages force you to use characters from a single character only (e.g. Character Stories, Birthday events), so unless you plan on skipping out on these character stories/events, it is still recommended to eventually level every character's cards.
==== What do support decks do? ====
==== What do support decks do? ====
A portion of the support deck card's stats will be applied, strengthening your overall deck (as how much damage you do is also affected by your overall deck strength).
A portion of the support deck card's stats will be applied, strengthening your overall deck (as how much damage you do is also affected by your overall deck strength).


The only two skills that activate when placed in the Support Deck are the [[Formidable]] skill and [[Progressive]] skill, these are unlocked by evolving R cards.
Some cards also have skills which apply from the Support Deck, such as the [Formidable skill](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Formidable) or [Progressive skill](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Progressive).


Other skills (even passive boosts) must be in the Primary Deck to activate.
Note that these are the only two skills known to activate from the Support Deck. Other skills (even passive boosts) must be in the Primary Deck to activate.


==== What skills should I focus on? Do card buffs stack? ====
==== Do card buffs stack? ====


It is typically recommended to focus on offensive skills. Some offensive skills include:
* [[Layer by Layer]] - Boosts Influence (Attack) % of all cards for X turns.
* [[Preemptive Strike]] - Selfish offensive skill that makes a card do more % damage.
* Attribute Buffing Cards - Boosts Influence % of <Attribute> cards for X turns.
Yes, card buffs do stack.
Yes, card buffs do stack.


=== '''Story / Card Story''' ===
==== What skills should I focus on? ====


==== I need help with a story investigation stage! ====
It is typically recommended to focus on offensive skills. Some offensive skills include:
The Wiki has [https://tot.wiki/wiki/Category:Story_Stages pages] for each stage, some of which include guides to things like Clue Analysis, Inspection, etc.


==== Do choices affect the story / text messages / calls? ====
* [Layer by Layer](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Layer_by_Layer) - Boosts Influence (Attack) % of all cards for X turns.
 
* [Preemptive Strike](https://tot.wiki/wiki/Preemptive_Strike) - Selfish offensive skill that makes a card do more % damage.
No, choices do not affect the story outside of minor dialogue differences and maybe unlocking different illustrations.
* Attribute Buffing Cards - Boosts Influence % of <Attribute> cards for X turns.


If you wish to see different dialogues, you can replay stories / text messages / calls to choose the other choices.
==== Are all cards voiced? ====


==== Are all card stories voiced? How do I unlock video calls / text messages? ====
No, only SSR cards have their stories voiced. SR cards have stories but are not voiced.


All SSR card stories are fully voiced. Most SR card stories are partially voiced at the CG portion of the story if you are using CN voice; for other voice packs, there may be no voice available at the moment.
==== How do I unlock video calls / text messages? ====


Some chapters of card stories will unlock video calls/text messages. This is denoted by a call/message bubble symbol on the card story chapter.
Some chapters of card stories will unlock video calls / text messages. This is denoted by a call/message bubble symbol on the card story chapter.
====What are Private Messages? How do I listen to Private Messages? ====
====What are Private Messages? How do I listen to Private Messages? ====
Main Story SR cards and MR cards have Private Messages. These feature short ASMR-like audio that the player can listen to. In the beginner [[Shadows of Themis|Vision]] tutorial with Davis, one SR containing private messages will be randomly drawn. SR cards with Private Messages include:
Main Story SR cards have Private Messages. These feature short ASMR-like audio that the player can listen to. In the beginner [[Shadows of Themis|Vision]] tutorial with Davis, one SR containing private messages will be randomly drawn. Cards with Private Messages include:
{{#cargo_query:tables=StageDrop,Card
* [[Artem "Staying Humble"]]
|join on=StageDrop.dropItem=Card.name
* [[Artem "Darkest before Dawn"]]
|fields=Card._pageName=page
*[[Vyn "Spilling Light"]]
|where=type="Fragment"
*[[Vyn "Entrapped"]]
|format=ul
* [[Marius "Butterflies"]]
|order by=StageDrop.dropItem ASC
* [[Marius "Falling into You"]]
|group by=dropItem
*[[Luke "Once Upon a Time"]]
}}
*[[Luke "Together with You"]]
Players can level the card to Lv. 40 to unlock Private Message 01 and Lv. 70 to unlock Private Message 02.
Players can level the card to Lv. 40 to unlock Private Message 01 and Lv. 70 to unlock Private Message 02.
=== Story ===


====What are Blossom Chapters and Sweet Chapters? Can I replay Sweet Chapters?====
==== I need help with a story investigation stage! ====
Blossom Chapters and Sweet Chapters are permanently-available [[Character Stories]] focusing on one male lead only. They are accessed from the [[Visit]] page.
The Wiki has pages for each stage, some of which include guides to things like Clue Analysis, Inspection, etc.  
<https://tot.wiki/wiki/Category:Story_Stages>


Blossom Chapters are replayable. Currently, Sweet Chapters can be played through once only. This wiki provides a record of the script of all released Sweet Chapters for reference; please refer to [[Character Stories]].
==== Do choices affect the story / text messages / calls? ====


=== '''Anomaly''' ===
No, choices do not affect the story outside of minor dialogue differences and maybe unlocking different illustrations.


==== What are Card Fragments? Can I get a new card with Card Fragments? ====
Even if you do choose one choice, you can always replay stories / text messages / calls if you want as well to choose the other choices!


Card fragments can be used to craft a new card or to upgrade an existing card when you have 100 of the same fragments.
=== Legal Studies ===


Certain stages in [[Anomaly Levels|Anomaly]] drops SR card fragments. These SR cards are the Main Story cards that come with Private Messages.
==== How do I obtain more Work Permits? ====


It is recommended to farm for a new card you like or a new card of the attribute you lack.
1/day from daily quests. +1/day from if you have Monthly Pass.


=== '''Legal Study''' ===
==== Where can I find the Legal Study schedule? ====
 
The [Wiki](https://tot.wiki) also has one on the front page along with reset timers.


==== How do I obtain more Work Permits? ====
=== Anomaly ===


You can receive one a day from completing daily tasks, and an extra one a day if you have Monthly Pass.
==== Can I grind and unlock new cards using card fragments dropped here? ====


==== Where can I find the Legal Study schedule? ====
Yes! Some stages drop card fragments which can be turned into a full SR when you obtain 100 of them.


The Wiki front page has one along with reset timers.
In fact, some of these cards are only available through Anomaly (e.g. Luke "Together with You") while the others have reduced drop rates in the gacha.


=== '''Trials of Themis / Temple of Trials''' ===
=== Trials of Themis / Temple of Trials ===


==== I don't know the answer to a Trials of Athena (owl) question! ====
==== I don't know the answer to a Trials of Athena (owl) question! ====
Please visit [[Trials of Themis]] for a list of questions and answers.
Check this page on the Wiki for a list of questions: <https://tot.wiki/wiki/Trials_of_Themis>


=== '''NXX Headquarters''' ===
=== NXX Headquarters ===


==== How can I get more S/A-rank case analyses? ====
==== How can I get more S/A-rank case analyses? ====


The chance is random. As you rank up your File Room, your chances of higher-tier cases will also increase.
The chance is random. Leveling up your headquarters will increase the chances though!


==== What is Deep Analysis? What does it do? ====
==== What is Deep Analysis? What does it do? ====


Deep Analysis triples the amount of materials you receive upon completion a case analysis. The higher level your cards, the higher chance you can trigger Deep Analysis.
The higher level your cards, the higher chance you can proc Deep Analysis, which will triple the amount of materials you receive upon completion.


==== What talents should I level in the Study Room? ====
==== What talents do I level in the Study Room? ====


It is generally recommended to prioritize offensive skills first. This is because due to the limited turn mechanics during debates, it is recommended to hit the enemy as hard as possible rather than try to defensively turtle a fight. Defense skills may still be warranted though if a player finds themselves getting killed by the enemy.
Focus on the offensive skills first that boost Influence/damage (top right). Then the timer skills (bottom right) and finally the defensive skills (left).


After offensive skills, the talent skill choices are more flexible and may vary player to player depending on preference.
==== What do the reduce time/timer talents in the Study Room? What do they do? ====


Please see the [[NXX Headquarters]] for detailed recommendations.
In debate stages, you have a bubble that starts at 50%. Without the talent, every time you use a card it will just refill to 50% again.
==== What is Logical Thinking in the Study Room? What does it do?====
Logical Thinking refers to the thought bubble that appears over the MC's head during debates. This bubble starts filled up at 50%. Without talents, this bubble fills back up to 50% each time a player uses a card.
 
If a player has a talent that reduces the time of the next logical thinking, then the bubble will fill up by the talent's given %. Once the bubble is filled to 100%, a player will be able to take two turns in a row without the enemy counterattacking in between.
 
For the talent skills, the following are the trigger effects:
 
* Reorganizing cards refers to refreshing your deck.
* Refuting an argument refers to destroying an argument.
* Trumping an argument refers to attacking an argument with the attribute with increased effectiveness against it (e.g. using a logic argument on an empathy argument).
 
=== '''User / Profile-Related''' ===
 
 
==== Is there a birthday feature? ====
Introduced in Global Version 1.4 (13th October 2021), birthdays of the player are also celebrated. Four birthday presents may be obtained. Each present will contain {{currency|Tears of Themis}} ×1, {{Item icon|Energy Drink Family Pack}} ×1, and skill level-up material for the respective male lead.
 
The birthday blessings you obtain by logging into the game on your birthday can be replayed in the "Birthday Surprise" interface. If you do not log in on your birthday or if you do not watch their birthday blessings to you, you can log in any time within the next seven days to obtain their birthday presents to you via the in-game Mailbox. The mail will be valid for 30 days. The birthday surprise will end at 00:00(UTC+9) on the next day. Birthday presents can be opened by tapping "Inventory," then "Consumables." The present box will disappear after opening.
 
Birthday-exclusive presents can only be claimed once per year. For players born on 2/29, you will be able to access your birthday surprises on 2/28.<ref>https://tot.mihoyo.com/en-us/information/all/detail/100895</ref>
 
==== How do I share? Do I have to share? ====
Go to your Profile and there should be a share icon in the bottom left. You do not have to actually share your post. Simply clicking on the social media you want to share with and backing out is enough to trigger the rewards. Please make sure you have the social media installed on your device before sharing.
 
====How do I get the blue Judgement Badge? How to get more?====
It was only available to Closed Beta users who completed all their Closed Beta tasks in May. It is no longer obtainable.
 
Other badges are obtainable during various events. Please check [[Badges]] for a list of all badges and how to obtain them.
 
====What are Illustrations? How to get more?====
[[Illustrations]] are art snippets that appear during Main Story, Character Stories, Dates, etc. Viewing the art when you're playing through the story automatically unlocks it in your archive.
 
====What are Invitations? How to get more?====
[[Invitations]] are home screen backgrounds. You can earn free [[Visit Invitation Backgrounds|Visit]] invitations of the main love interests from completing Main Story episodes. Events have invitations that can be obtained through in-app purchases, and sometimes for free.
 
==  Technical ==
===Can I play this game on emulator?===
The game can be run on emulators such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, etc. If the game doesn't run properly, you can consider changing the emulator version (Bluestacks 4 vs Bluestacks 5) or use a different emulator.
===I can't connect to the game! My Wi-Fi works fine for other apps!===
Please try connecting using a different Wi-Fi, mobile data, or through VPN. Make sure you verify the VPN you're connecting to is safe before using it!


In the case you can't connect through mobile data and VPN doesn't work, please contact Customer Service for further support.
If you have the talent though, then it'll add +20% (or however much the talent skill gives), and once you hit 100%, you will be able to take two turns to the enemy's one. Then it will start refilling again from 0.


=== My game lags / freezes / crashes a lot! ===
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