Vessel Race
An A-tier race acting as a conduit for power. Vessel has a weapon bonus passive and solid survivability, making it a reliable mid-to-late game race option.
How to Get Vessel Race
Race Reroll.
Vessel Race
Race Overview
- Tier
- A
- Has V4
- No
Abilities by Version
V1 Abilities
- ‣Vessel conduit: +weapon DMG
- ‣+40% Max HP
V2 Abilities
- ‣+30% DMG
- ‣+10% DMG Reduction
V3 Abilities
- ‣Full vessel form: absorb 20% of incoming DMG for 10 seconds
Ability Progression
Upgrading Vessel through each version unlocks progressively stronger bonuses. V1 provides the foundation — the core passive that defines this race's identity. Each subsequent upgrade amplifies those bonuses and introduces new mechanics.
Starting point. Vessel conduit: +weapon DMG This is available as soon as you roll or obtain Vessel, with no upgrade cost required.
First upgrade. +30% DMG Also grants: +10% DMG Reduction. Completing the V2 upgrade is recommended as soon as possible since the improvement in combat power is significant.
Second upgrade. Full vessel form: absorb 20% of incoming DMG for 10 seconds V3 is where most races hit their stride for mid-to-late game content.
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Best Playstyle for Vessel
PvP: Vessel is a strong choice for player-versus-player combat. The combination of raw damage multipliers and HP bonuses means you hit hard while staying alive longer. In PvP, prioritize burst damage windows and use any active race abilities to create openings for your combos.
Tier: A — Tags: weapon-bonus, tank, pvp
How to Obtain
Race Reroll.
Obtaining Tips:
- ‣A-tier races have a better roll chance than Mythic races but are still uncommon.
- ‣Use Race Reroll items and farm for them consistently through mid-to-late game content.
- ‣Even at A-tier, Vessel provides strong combat stats suitable for most endgame content.
Strengths
- +Strong HP and DMG reduction
- +Weapon bonus passive
- +Good for tanky playstyle
Weaknesses
- -Lower damage ceiling than Mythic
Last updated: 2026-03-14
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At a Glance
Quick Overview
Vessel
A TierHow to Get
Race Reroll.
Abilities
5
An A-tier race acting as a conduit for power. Vessel has a weapon bonus passive ...
Tier Position
Ranked #15 of 23 in Races
Vessel is in A Tier
Pros & Cons — Vessel
✓ Pros
- Strong HP and DMG reduction
- Weapon bonus passive
- Good for tanky playstyle
✗ Cons
- Lower damage ceiling than Mythic
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get the Vessel race in Sailor Piece?
Race Reroll.
Is Vessel a good race in Sailor Piece?
Yes — Vessel is rated A tier, making it one of the stronger races in the game. Strong HP and DMG reduction and weapon bonus passive.
What abilities does Vessel have at V3?
At V3, Vessel unlocks: Full vessel form: absorb 20% of incoming DMG for 10 seconds. V3 is the recommended upgrade target for mid-to-late game content.
What builds work best with Vessel?
Vessel provides a weapon damage bonus, making it effective with sword and weapon-focused builds. It is also strong in PvP thanks to its raw damage multipliers. See our Build Guides for full setups.