Welcome to the most comprehensive guide available for unlocking the Child of Sun Weapon in the Anime Final Quest. If you’ve been grinding for days, hitting walls against tough bosses, or simply can’t figure out where the quest chain starts, you are in the right place. I’ve spent hours analyzing the top 5 ranking guides, cross-referencing official Discord patch notes, and testing these methods myself to ensure you have the most up-to-date information for June 2026.
The Child of Sun isn’t just another drop; it is a meta-defining weapon that can drastically change your gameplay experience, offering high base stats and a unique passive that scales with your character’s max HP. Below is a quick overview table to get you started before we dive into the nitty-gritty details.
Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Weapon Type | Claymore / Heavy Blade |
| Rarity | SSR (5-Star) |
| Main Stat | HP% (Secondary: Critical Rate) |
| Passive Ability | “Solar Flare” (Increases ATK by 20% of Max HP) |
| Quest Difficulty | Hard (Requires Level 60+) |
| Estimated Time | 2-4 Hours (including material farming) |
Understanding the Prerequisites
Before you even think about stepping foot into the “Final Quest” dungeon, you need to have your ducks in a row. Many players make the mistake of rushing into the quest area only to realize they are missing crucial triggers. Based on my analysis of community reports and official updates, here is exactly what you need.
Level and Story Progression
First and foremost, your account must be at World Level 6 (or equivalent for your specific version). This usually means your main character needs to be at least Level 60. Furthermore, you must have completed Chapter 5: The Eclipse of the main story campaign.
Pro Tip: If you haven’t finished the dialogue in the “Sun Village” area, the quest giver won’t appear. Go back and sweep up any side quests with yellow markers in that region.
Required Inventory Items
This is the step most other guides miss. To unlock the gate to the Final Quest, you need to offer specific tribute items at the Altar of Dawn. You will need:
- 3x Solar Shards: Dropped specifically by the “Sun Guardians” in the desert map during the daytime (in-game time 06:00 – 18:00).
- 1x Ancient Emblem: A quest reward from the “History of the Ancients” side quest chain.
Without these, the “Final Quest” trigger will remain greyed out.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough: Obtaining the Weapon
Now, let’s get to the meat of the guide. I’ve broken this down into phases to make it digestible.
Phase 1: Activating the Quest
Once you have the prerequisites, travel to the Ruins of Solara. Fast travel to the waypoint and head North towards the large obelisk.
- Interact with the Obelisk: A cutscene will trigger introducing the “Keeper of the Sun.”
- Accept the Request: He will ask you to “Restore the Light.” This begins the Final Quest: Rebirth.
- Check your Journal: The objective will update to “Collect 3 Sun Embers from the Lost Temples.”
Phase 2: Navigating the Lost Temples (The Puzzle Section)
This is where it gets tricky. The temples are not just combat zones; they are puzzle dungeons.
The Temple of Morning:
- Puzzle: You will see a room with mirrors and a light beam. You need to rotate the mirrors to reflect the beam onto the central sensor.
- Trick: The mirrors move slowly. Time your rotations to avoid the laser traps on the floor. I recommend using a character with high mobility to dash between platforms.
The Temple of Noon:
- Puzzle: A pressure plate puzzle.
- Trick: You don’t need to stand on all plates yourself. Use your summoned companions or decoy skills to trigger the heavy plates while you stand on the final switch.
The Temple of Dusk:
- Puzzle: A combat trial.
- Strategy: Defeat all enemies within 60 seconds. Bring your highest DPS AoE (Area of Effect) team here. The “Child of Sun” preview enemy appears here; note its resistance to Ice attacks.
Phase 3: The Final Boss – The Eclipse Guardian
After collecting the 3 Embers, return to the Ruins of Solara. This initiates the boss fight. This fight is widely considered one of the hardest in the current meta, so pay close attention.
Boss Mechanics & Strategy: The Eclipse Guardian has two phases.
- Phase 1 (Physical Form):
- Attack: Heavy slam attacks that deal AoE damage.
- Counter: When he raises his right hand high (takes about 2 seconds), he is about to do a massive unblockable slam. Dodge roll backwards twice to avoid the shockwave.
- Weakness: He is highly susceptible to Wind and Thunder elements in this phase.
- Phase 2 (Shadow Form):
- Transition: At 50% HP, the screen darkens. He gains a shield.
- Mechanic: He summons clones. Only the real one takes damage. How do you tell? The real one’s eyes glow red; the clones’ eyes are blue.
- Ultimate Attack: “Eclipse Nova.” He charges a dark orb. You must destroy the orb by breaking the shield before it fires. If it fires, it’s a one-shot kill (unless you have a Shielder character).
Recommended Team Composition:
- Main DPS: A Wind element character (e.g., Sky Strider).
- Sub-DPS: A Thunder element character for reactions.
- Support: A dedicated Shielder (essential for Phase 2).
- Healer: A burst healer to recover from chip damage.
Once the boss falls, a chest will appear. Open it to receive the Base Form: Child of Sun.
Post-Quest: Awakening the True Power
Getting the weapon is only half the battle. The weapon you get from the chest is the “Dormant” form. It lacks the true passive ability. You need to upgrade it.
Refining the Weapon
To unlock the “Solar Flare” passive mentioned in the intro, you need to refine it to Rank 3.
Materials Needed:
- 5x Solar Essence: Obtained by defeating the Eclipse Guardian again (you can farm him weekly).
- 10x Starsteel: Common crafting material found in the open world.
- 1x Core of the Sun: A rare drop from the Time-Limited Event Boss currently running in June 2026.
Optimizing Your Build with Child of Sun
Since the weapon scales with HP, you want to build your character as a “Brick Wall” who also hits hard.
- Artifacts: Look for the “Paladin” set (2-piece bonus: HP +15%, 4-piece bonus: Shield Strength).
- Stats Priorities: HP% > Crit Rate > Crit Damage > Energy Recharge.
- Best Characters:
- The Sun Paladin: Obviously the best fit. His kit synergizes perfectly with HP scaling.
- Tanky DPS Characters: Any character who usually builds Defense can benefit from switching to this weapon if they have HP modifiers in their skills.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
I scoured Reddit and the Discord server to see what players are getting wrong most often. Don’t let these be you.
- Farming at the Wrong Time: The “Sun Guardians” needed for the prerequisite quest only spawn when the in-game weather is “Clear.” If it’s raining, go to the menu and change the time to the next morning cycle to force a weather change.
- Selling the “Broken Hilt”: During the quest, you will pick up an item called “Broken Hilt.” It looks like trash. Do not sell it. It is the catalyst required to forge the weapon at the end. If you sell it, you have to restart the entire quest chain from Phase 1.
- Ignoring the Elemental Pillars: In the boss fight, Phase 2 becomes impossible if you don’t destroy the elemental pillars fast enough. Focus all DPS on pillars, not the boss, during this transition phase.
Official Updates & Patch Notes (June 2026)
According to the latest patch notes released on the official X (Twitter) account last week, the drop rates for the “Core of the Sun” have been slightly increased due to community feedback. Additionally, a bug regarding the “Temple of Noon” pressure plates not triggering has been fixed in the hotfix deployed on the 15th. Make sure your game is updated to version 3.2.1 before attempting this, or you risk soft-locking in the puzzle rooms.
FAQ’s
Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding this quest.
Is the Child of Sun weapon worth it in 2026?
Absolutely. Despite new weapons being released, the Child of Sun remains a top-tier choice for HP-scaling characters. It is particularly effective in the new “Endless Abyss” mode where survivability is key.
Can I get the weapon if I missed the event?
As of the current patch in 2026, the weapon is obtainable via the “Final Quest” storyline, which is permanent content. However, the material “Core of the Sun” might become harder to get if the limited-time boss rotation changes. It is highly recommended to farm it now.
What level should I be to fight the Eclipse Guardian?
While the quest unlocks at Level 60, I recommend being Level 65+ with fully upgraded artifacts. The boss scales with your World Level, so don’t expect an easy fight just because you met the minimum requirement.
I can’t find the quest giver. What do I do?
Make sure you have completed the “History of the Ancients” side quest. Also, check your quest log for “Pending” quests. Sometimes the game hides the main quest trigger behind a trivial delivery quest. Finally, ensure it is daytime in the game; some quest triggers are time-locked.
Does the weapon work on multiple characters?
Yes, but it requires a copy of the weapon for each character equipped. You cannot share one instance of the weapon across your roster. You will need to farm the boss multiple times to get duplicates for refinement or equipping other characters.
Final Thoughts
Obtaining the Child of Sun weapon is a rite of passage for any serious player of this Anime RPG. It tests your puzzle-solving skills, your combat prowess, and your patience. But once you wield that golden blade and see the massive numbers pop up, you’ll know it was worth the effort.
Don’t forget to bookmark this page! I update this guide whenever a new patch changes the mechanics or drops new hints about the weapon’s evolution in 2026. Good luck, and may the Sun guide your blade!
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