Shion/Gameplay (XS1)

This article covers the gameplay for Shion Uzuki, the main character of Xenosaga Episode I. While Shion is accessible for the majority of the game, there are a few specific segments where players cannot utilize her, such as Pleroma, U-TIC Battleship, and half of Encephalon.

Shion's exceptional tech element choices make her a strong contender for a place in the active party, and her access to the best pre-transfer healing and support Ethers further justifies her inclusion. Her healing Ether tree is a highly recommended choice. To unlock this path, start by acquiring Analyze, then progress to Medica All and follow the skill tree from there. However, if you prefer to mold her into a status effect support character with less emphasis on healing, focus on learning skills such as Goodbye, Boost 1, Jamming, Quick, and other similar abilities.

Shion proves particularly effective against mechanical foes due to their vulnerability to the combination of ether and lightning, a synergy that her standard attack "Stun Shock" exploits.

Nevertheless, her overall stats are rather lackluster, ranking among the overall lowest when compared to other party members: this deficiency is particularly noticeable in the early stages of the game, where her damage output is modest, her HP is lacking, and her ability to withstand damage is severely limited. She is arguably the character who benefits the most from stat-synching via TP.

Ether
Shion's last 4 Ethers cannot be learned normally but rather are obtained as part of the Erde Kaiser sidequest by finding robot parts in Segment Files and bringing them to the Professor in the Kukai Foundation.

M.W.S. ammunition
Shion's only weapon used during the game is the M.W.S., but she can change the ammunition for it.