About Perseus
Perseus is an 
S Level 
Lightbearer 
Warrior hero in AFK Journey. A Warrior blessed by the God of Harvest, skilled with spear and shield.
Gender Male/Race Human (Halian)/Voice actor 小野大輔 [JP]
Tier list ratings
Hero stats
Base stats
Base stats before gear, charms and the Exclusive Weapon. Bars compare with the strongest hero at the same ascension and level. Lv 240 is the cap before the Resonating Hall.
EX weapon stats
HP, ATK, Phys DEF and Magic DEF add that share of the hero's base stat; the other stats are flat. Bars show progress toward EX +29. Rivalry Stats only count in Rivalry Mode. The weapon skill upgrades at EX +5, +10 and +15. The Rivalry Mode skill unlocks at EX +27. Compare every weapon
Skills
1000 EnergyPerseus chooses a direction and marches 3 tiles forward with dazzling spearwork. Along the way, he deals 85% ATK damage to adjacent enemies 11 times and continuously knocks them back in the direction of his march. At the end of the march, Perseus performs a mighty shield bash, dealing 280% ATK damage to all enemies within 1 tile and stunning them for 2s. Perseus stays unaffected while casting this skill.
Level 2: Increases Perseus' damage during his march to 90% ATK and his shield bash damage to 290% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 51)
Level 3: Increases Perseus' damage during his march to 95% ATK and his shield bash damage to 300% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 111)
Level 4: Increases Perseus' damage during his march to 100% ATK and his shield bash damage to 310% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 171)
Level 5: Increases Perseus' damage during his march to 105% ATK and his shield bash damage to 320% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 231)
8sPerseus swings both spear and shield in a circle to strike nearby enemies. With his spear, he deals 200% ATK damage to adjacent enemies. With his shield, he deals 140% ATK damage to adjacent enemies while gaining a shield value equal to 360% ATK of his ATK plus 80% of the damage dealt for 6s. While the shield lasts, his ATK SPD increases by 35.
Level 2: Increases spear swing damage to 210% ATK and shield swing damage to 150% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 71)
Level 3: Increases spear swing damage to 220% ATK and shield swing damage to 160% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 131)
Level 4: Increases spear swing damage to 230% ATK and shield swing damage to 170% ATK. (Unlocks at Level 191)
Before Perseus takes heavy damage, the ground within 1 tile around him turns fertile. Allies standing on this fertile ground have their ATK increased by 14.5% and Phys & Magic DEF increased by 19%. When Perseus' HP drops below 40% of his initial max HP for the first time, he draws power from the fertile ground, increasing his max HP permanently by 60% and healing himself for the same amount. Once this power is drawn, the fertile ground withers away permanently.
Level 2: Allies standing on the fertile ground now have their ATK increased by 15.5% and Phys & Magic DEF increased by 21%. (Unlocks at Level 91)
Level 3: Allies standing on the fertile ground now have their ATK increased by 16.5% and Phys & Magic DEF increased by 23%. (Unlocks at Level 151)
Level 4: Allies standing on the fertile ground now have their ATK increased by 17.5% and Phys & Magic DEF increased by 25%. (Unlocks at Level 211)
Increases his ATK by 9% in battle. Further increases his ATK by 6% when he has temporary stat buffs from allies.
Level 2: Increases his ATK by 12% in battle. Further increases his ATK by 8% when he has temporary stat buffs from allies.
Level 3: Increases his ATK by 15% in battle. Further increases his ATK by 10% when he has temporary stat buffs from allies.
Expands the range of fertile ground by 1 tile.
Progression systems
Perseus is blessed by Bountiful Grace. When he gains a temporary stat buff, its effect is increased by 20%. Each temporary buff from a different ally also increases his damage dealt by 15% and reduces his damage taken by 15%. This effect stacks up to 4 times.
Story
Profile
Perseus was orphaned at a young age when his parents perished in a clash between the Halians and the Wildborn. Forced to struggle for survival ever since, he has come to understand the cruelty of war and harbors a deep aversion to it. Bakis, a Halian scholar and tutor to the Regulus, discovered Perseus' military talent He took Perseus under his wing and passed on all his knowledge. Perseus went on to become Bakis' most distinguished student and assisted the young Regulus as a general. Over time, Perseus came to accept that some conflicts are inevitable and vowed to become the force that ends them. As a result, he prioritizes intellect over strength, seeking to resolve disputes through strategy and viewing violence as a last resort. Even when battle is inevitable, he uses b's wisdom to minimize destruction.
Notable Bonds
*Abundius - Perseus and Abundius are both Bakis' students. Despite their differing statuses, they have always shared a profound trust in each other. *Lieutenant Lygos - Lygos was a senior who took great care of Perseus when he first joined the army. When Perseus rose to the rank of general, Lygos was promoted to deputy in recognition of his exceptional skills. The bond of camaraderie between them remains strong, even after the change in their positions. *God of Harvest - The God of Harvest watches over Halia. During the earthquake that struck the city several years ago, Perseus and his men rescued many victims and built them temporary shelters. In recognition of his valor, the God of Harvest bestowed upon him a spear and shield infused with divine power.
About
*Perseus is a brilliant strategist who cares deeply about the safety of his soldiers. He excels at securing victory with minimal losses. *Although he is Halia's commander, Perseus values peace and sees war as a last resort. Many council members question his ability because of this, but the spear bestowed upon him by the God of Harvest always silences their criticisms. *Perseus often visits the families of fallen soldiers when he has the time. He feels indebted to those who perished on the battlefield, but he never speaks of these feelings to anyone. *Since Perseus received the spear granted by the God of Harvest, his comrades have stopped challenging his strength. He has never figured out why. *Perseus is said to have a passion for sculpting. He always keeps a few chisels in his tent, with the sound of tapping echoing from time to time, but strangely, no one has ever seen his work.
Affinity Tales
- Perseus is a brilliant strategiest who cares deeply about the safety of his soldiers. He excels at securing victory with minimal losses.
- Perseus finds the profound admiration from the Halian soldiers a bit overwhelming. He doesn't want them to get too excited when speaking to him.
- Although he is Halia's commander, Perseus values peace and sees war as a last resort. Many council members question his ability because of this, but the spear bestowed upon him by the God of Harvest always silences their criticisms.
- Perseus doesn't mind his men joking around the lighten the mood, except when it's his Lieutenant Lygos' turn, as his deadpan humor always leaves the other pale with fear. Deep down, though, Perseus actually enjoys Lygos' jokes.
- Perseus often visits the families of fallen soldiers when he has the time. He feels indebted to those who perished on the battlefield, but he never speaks of these feelings to anyone.
- Perseus regards Abundius as his younger brother. While he worries about the heavy burdens on the young ruler, he also takes pride in witnessing his rapid growth.
- Back in his early days of service, Perseus enjoyed tossing his shield around like a flying disc with his comrades.
- Since Perseus receive the spear granted by the God of Harvest, his comrades have stopped challenging his strength. He has never figured out why.
- Perseus is said to have a passion for sculpting. He always keeps a few chisels in his tent with the sound of tapping echoing from time to time, but strangely, no one has ever seen his work.
- Had Perseus has not joined the military, he would have worked as an assistant to Bakis the scholar, helping those in need.