Getting Started in DragonSword: Awakening

Lute, the protagonist, is the strongest solo pick — his Knockdown ailment creates long, forgiving combo windows for players still learning the tag-team flow.
Every hero in your 3-person team should contribute to at least one Signal Skill chain — if a hero doesn't apply or trigger off an ailment another teammate uses, they're not pulling their weight in that comp.
Familiars are separate from your playable Heroes — they're collectible companions that assist exploration and add personality, not combat units to build around.
Dana's Frost Gauge freeze offers strong crowd control for solo survival, while Aria's Shock application pairs well with almost any companion in co-op.