Dirk in Z Route: Redemption
Dirk is a UR Warrior Frontline tank, rated A in 4 of 6 popular tier lists, which the tier list page sets side by side. He is the second Warrior tank next to Arnold, with 948,108 HP at level 150 and a shout that raises DEF for the front row, then for the whole squad from 3 stars. He is a wall to build around, not a damage source.
Dirk Skills
His list is a grenade, a shout, a passive armor and the specialty skill that UR rarity brings. Both middle skills are about survival. General level and star rules live on the heroes page, and this table keeps to Dirk.
| Skill | Type | Unlocks at | Effect | Star upgrades |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modified Grenade | Auto attack | Base skill | Throws a shock grenade. It is filler between shouts. | 35% extra damage with 1 star, then 130% with 3 and 265% with 5. |
| Iron Will | Active skill | Hero level 5 | A shout that raises the DEF of front-row allies. It deals no damage. | DEF bonus of 10% at 1 star, lasts 8 s at 2 stars, covers all allies at 3 stars, rises to 20% at 4 stars and lasts 10 s at 5 stars. |
| Heavy Armor | Passive, personal | Hero level 21 | Always on. Reduces the damage Dirk takes. | 3%, 6%, 9%, 12%, 15%, one step per star. |
| Doomsday Judgment | Personal specialty | 4 stars and level 31 | ATK, DEF and HP rise 20%, and skills recharge 10% faster. | The text stays flat across all stars. |
Iron Will changes meaning with stars. Up to 2 stars only the front row gets the DEF bonus, so a sniper in the back sees no benefit. From 3 stars the shout covers every ally, and at 4 stars the bonus doubles to 20%.
Skill Priority
Dirk's value sits in a single team skill, and the order follows it.
- Iron Will. The DEF shout is the kit, and its bonus doubles between 1 and 4 stars.
- Heavy Armor. It keeps Dirk standing long enough to cast the shout again, and it adds up to 15% damage reduction at 5 stars.
- Doomsday Judgment. 20% to ATK, DEF and HP once he reaches 4 stars and hero level 31.
- Modified Grenade. The auto attack does not decide fights for a tank.
Dirk sits fourth in one gold shard order, after Monroe, Arnold and Bekka or Carter, so his stars come later than those of the first three. Within that order the 3 star step is the most useful early target, because it is the step that moves the shout from the front row to every seat.
Stats and Gear
Counted at level 150 with all 5 stars and no gear, Dirk has 948,108 HP, 3,590 DEF, 13,741 ATK, 351 command and 1,216,063 power. His HP is second among the UR heroes, his DEF is second and his ATK is 14th of 15, which is the profile of a pure tank.
His gear list is defensive. Put Helmet and Vest ahead of the Binoculars, and leave the Rifle for last. Each bonus stays on Dirk. There is no awakening mechanic, so skills, stars and gear are the whole build.
How to Get Dirk
The Tavern is the confirmed route: Dirk can be recruited in the building called Highway Tavern. Guides also mention a store sale offer, which skips the chance of a draw, and the Oasis Market event, which can be a free route. Check which of them is open on your account. Free gift codes help early on.
Best Team for Dirk
He completes the all-Warrior lineup with its 20% faction bonus. Arnold and Dirk hold the first row, with Monroe, Carter, Lucian in the second.
| Partner | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Arnold | The double Warrior front: the most HP in the row and the full faction bonus. Arnold's shield covers Physical damage and Dirk's shout adds DEF. |
| Monroe | The main damage dealer in the back center. The DEF shout protects the seats that attack. |
| Carter | Buffs squad ATK from a back-row flank, so the tanks buy time for buffed damage. |
| Lucian | The second carry on the other flank, with the lowest HP of all URs and the most need of a front row. |
Guides use Dirk in the garrison, in arena defense, in the campaign and in Warrior runs of the Giant Invader event. The squad guide compares other formations.
Dirk vs Arnold
Both are Warrior tanks, and the numbers below sit close together.
| Hero | HP at level 150 | ATK | Power | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dirk | 948,108 | 13,741 | 1,216,063 | A, 4 of 6 lists |
| Arnold | 933,798 | 13,880 | 1,209,127 | S, 6 of 7 lists |
Dirk has slightly more HP and power, but Arnold is the usual first choice, because his shield works for the whole squad from 4 stars and he scores higher in the tier lists. If you play only Warriors, Dirk stays as the second tank and keeps the full faction bonus. See the tier list for all tanks.
Is Dirk Worth It?
Yes, once Monroe and Arnold are built. Dirk holds the A tier with 4 of 6 lists in agreement, and his weak points are low attack and a ceiling below Arnold's. He earns shards when the front row keeps falling and the squad needs a DEF shout more than another carry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dirk good in Z Route Redemption?
Yes, as the second tank of a Warrior squad. Dirk is rated A in 4 of 6 popular tier lists, though one list places him as low as B. He has 948,108 HP at level 150, the second highest of the UR heroes, and Iron Will raises DEF for all allies from 3 stars. He deals little damage by design.
How do I get Dirk?
Recruiting at Highway Tavern is the route every account has. A store sale offer and the Oasis Market event are reported as extra ways to get him. Which offers you see depends on the current events on your server, so check the in-game screens before you spend Diamonds and treat the Tavern as the steady option.
Which Dirk skill should I level first?
Iron Will first, since the DEF shout for the front row is the whole kit. Heavy Armor comes second so that Dirk lives long enough to keep casting. Doomsday Judgment is third and unlocks at hero level 31 and 4 stars. Modified Grenade goes last because it is only filler damage.
Should I raise Dirk or Arnold first?
Raise Arnold first. One gold shard order is Monroe, then Arnold, then Bekka or Carter, and only after them Dirk or Lucian. Do not put shards into Dirk before Monroe and Arnold reach 4 stars. Dirk becomes the right choice when the front row keeps dying and you need a DEF shout and a large Warrior HP bar.
What gear does Dirk need?
Gear him as a tank: Helmet and Vest first, then the Binoculars, and the Rifle last. The bonus from the gear stays on Dirk and does not buff the rest of the squad. There is no awakening or hero-specific gear to plan for, so his build is skills, stars and this general gear order.
Who is the best partner for Dirk?
Arnold is the best partner: the two tanks make the double Warrior front with the most HP and the full faction bonus. Monroe stands in the back center as the main damage dealer, and the DEF shout protects the seats that attack. Carter and Lucian complete the five-Warrior squad.