- Heavenly Restricted is a legendary trait in Clover Retribution that trades mana for significant physical buffs.
- Progress to Divine Restriction by reaching level 250, having the trait for 8 hours 20 minutes, and defeating Apex.
- Apex is a mini-boss that spawns after killing other mini-bosses with a 10% chance.
- Optimal builds for Divine Restriction focus on Strength, Dexterity, and Constitution, with specific races and gear.
- Sunshine Magic and Ryoman (20 fingers) are considered top choices for maximizing this trait.
Understanding Heavenly Restricted and Divine Restriction
In Clover Retribution, the Heavenly Restricted trait is a legendary status that fundamentally alters your character's combat style. Initially, it grants substantial physical advantages at the cost of your mana pool. However, its true potential is unlocked when it progresses to Divine Restriction, transforming your character into a physical powerhouse.
Initially, Heavenly Restricted provides:
- -80% Mana
- +15 Strength
- +15 Dexterity
- +15 Constitution
- +50% Bludgeoning, Slashing, and Piercing Damage
Upon achieving Divine Restriction, these benefits are dramatically amplified:
- 100% Mana reduction (weapon skills become mana-free)
- +20 Strength (total)
- +20 Dexterity (total)
- +15 Constitution
- +80% Bludgeoning, Slashing, and Piercing Damage (total)
- +20% Health
- +4 Speed
- Fall damage immunity
- Teleportation dashes (does not override Time Magic dashes)
- Ability to use Swordsman and Spearman class skills simultaneously
Divine Restriction is a game-changer for melee-focused builds, allowing for relentless physical attacks without worrying about mana costs for weapon skills.
Video Highlights:
- Detailed breakdown of Heavenly Restricted vs. Divine Restriction stats.
- Explanation of how mana is completely replaced for weapon skills.
- Overview of additional buffs like speed, health, and fall damage immunity.
The progression to Divine Restriction requires dedication but is highly rewarding, especially with the introduction of new skills that synergize perfectly with this trait. It's an investment that pays off with unparalleled physical prowess.
How to Unlock Divine Restriction
Unlocking Divine Restriction in Clover Retribution involves a specific set of prerequisites and a challenging boss encounter. This process ensures that only dedicated players can achieve this powerful trait.
Reach Level 250
Your character must be at least Level 250. This is a non-negotiable requirement before you can even begin the progression.
Equip Heavenly Restricted for 8 Hours 20 Minutes
You must have the Heavenly Restricted trait equipped for a total of 8 hours and 20 minutes. This duration is cumulative and does not require you to be actively in-game for the entire period.
Trigger Apex Spawn
After meeting the level and time requirements, you need to trigger the spawn of Apex. This happens with a 10% chance whenever you defeat a mini-boss (e.g., Venom, Ogres). A message will appear on your screen indicating that a bounty has been placed on your head.
Defeat Apex
Once the bounty message appears, Apex will spawn behind you within 10-20 minutes if you are Heavenly Restricted. If you're already Divine Restricted, this time is reduced to 3-10 minutes. For your first successful progression, you must deal at least 30% of Apex's damage. If you die, you can respawn him until you succeed.
Rejoin Game (First Time Only)
After defeating Apex for the very first time (to progress your trait), you must rejoin the game for the trait to fully update. You'll know it's successful when your mana bar is completely empty.
- Solo Strategy: A common solo strategy involves positioning yourself with your back to a specific house in Timon Village. When Apex spawns inside the wall, you can attack him while he's bugged, preventing him from hitting you.
- Group Strategy: If playing with others, one player can stand on a door or house and block Apex's attacks while another player deals damage. This only works if both players have either Heavenly or Divine Restriction.
- Party Despawn: Be aware that Apex will instantly despawn if you are in a party when he spawns. It's best to go solo or with a specialized duo for the fight.
Defeating Apex is crucial not only for progression but also for acquiring exclusive drops like Apex Tokens, which can be exchanged for powerful Divine Restriction gear.
Best Builds for Divine Restriction
Optimizing your build around Divine Restriction involves careful selection of Magic, Race, and Equipment to maximize your physical damage and survivability.
Recommended Magic
While not strictly necessary, certain magic types can enhance your Divine Restriction build.
| Magic Type | Effect | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine | +25% Damage Reduction, +15% Damage (during day) | Best overall, significant buffs during daytime. |
| Sand | +15% Damage Reduction | Solid defensive option. |
| World Tree | Shield that plants landmine on pop | Least effective, shield scales poorly. |
Sunshine Magic is the top choice for Divine Restriction users due to its substantial damage and damage reduction buffs during the day, making you incredibly potent in daylight combat.
Optimal Races
Races play a significant role in further boosting your physical stats.
| Race | Key Benefits | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ryoman (20 Fingers) | Massive Slashing Damage, Constitution | Ultimate choice, requires significant farming. |
| Ancient Werewolf | Good all-around stats | Strong contender if Ryoman is unavailable. |
| Legendary Canari | Balanced stats, utility | Reliable option. |
| Canari | Decent stats | Good entry-level choice. |
| High Orc | Strength and Constitution bonuses | Focuses on raw power and durability. |
| Werewolf | Physical damage boosts | Solid for general melee builds. |
| Lyken, Lethari, Mahari, Dreadscale, Stonkin | Usable but not optimal | Viable alternatives if top-tier races are out of reach. |
Essential Equipment
Apex drops are crucial for Divine Restriction builds.
| Item Category | Recommended Item | Source/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Armor | Shroud of the Strongest | Apex drop (2% chance) or 5 Apex Tokens. |
| Title | The Forsaken Title | Apex drop (2% chance) or 10 Apex Tokens. |
| Weapon | Divine Nullifier | Apex drop (2% chance) or 5 Apex Tokens. |
| Headpiece | Clover Lieutenant Helmet | Clover Capital Raid. Knight's Helmet is also fine. |
| Shoulders | Aether Stone Pauldrons | Golem drop or Capital Raid. |
| Chest | Bandoliers | Craftable/Wolf Hunters. |
| Waist | Halloween Lamp / Maelstrom Vessel Lights | Either is fine, doesn't significantly impact DR. |
| Earrings | Kraken Earrings | Buy with 5 tokens from Oran. |
| Necklace | Arcane Locket / Lesser Fire Amulet | Drops from Red. Witch's Necklace also an option. |
| Backpiece | Old Adventurer's Cape | Corrupted Ice Golem drop (+12 CON). |
| Skill | Worth Slasher | Must-have skill, 200k gold. |
For players prioritizing maximum damage, consider swapping Shroud of the Strongest for Gorgon Champion Armor (crafted with 10 Gorgon Tokens). This sacrifices some HP for a 5% all-damage increase, ideal if you maintain over 5k HP.
Apex Farming Strategies and Rewards
Farming Apex is essential for acquiring the best gear for your Divine Restriction build. This mini-boss drops valuable items and tokens that are crucial for progression.
Triggering Apex
Regularly defeat mini-bosses like Venom or Ogres. Each kill has a 10% chance to trigger Apex's bounty. Look for the "Someone has placed a bounty on your head" message.
Solo Farming Spot
Head to Timon Village and find one of the specific houses. Stand with your back to the wall, facing the direction where Apex will spawn behind you. This often traps him within the house, allowing for easier solo kills.
Group Farming (Divine Restricted Players Only)
If you're already Divine Restricted, you can farm Apex with another Divine/Heavenly Restricted player. One player can block Apex's attacks by standing on a high point (like a door or roof) while the other deals damage.
Collecting Drops and Tokens
Apex has a 35% chance to drop an Apex Token. He also has a 2% chance each to drop the Shroud of the Strongest (armor), The Forsaken Title, and Divine Nullifier (sword).
Exchanging Tokens
If luck isn't on your side, you can exchange Apex Tokens for these items. The merchant is located in a cave in the desert. Divine Nullifier (5 tokens), Shroud of the Strongest (5 tokens), The Forsaken Title (10 tokens).
The Forsaken Title is often the most important item to acquire from Apex Tokens due to its significant stat boosts, making it a priority for token exchange.
Apex Drop Exchange Rates
| Item | Apex Tokens Required | Drop Chance from Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Apex Token | N/A | 35% |
| Divine Nullifier | 5 | 2% |
| Shroud of the Strongest | 5 | 2% |
| The Forsaken Title | 10 | 2% |
| Soul Splitter Katana | 16 | N/A (different Apex drop) |
The Soul Splitter Katana is another Apex drop, but it's generally considered less optimal due to its niche scaling requirements. Focus on the Divine Nullifier for a standard Divine Restriction build.
Optimizing Your Divine Restriction Playstyle
Mastering Divine Restriction in Clover Retribution goes beyond just unlocking the trait; it involves understanding how to leverage its unique benefits and adapt your playstyle.
Divine Restriction Optimization Checklist:
- Prioritize Dexterity and Constitution in stats for damage and survivability.
- Utilize 'Worth Slasher' as a core skill for its effectiveness.
- Adapt to the mana-less combat by focusing on physical attacks and weapon skills.
- Farm Apex regularly for best-in-slot gear and tokens.
- Consider Sunshine Magic for daytime combat advantages.
- If using Ryoman, aim for 213 Dexterity, adjusting for Constitution caps.
Your stat distribution should heavily favor Dexterity and Constitution. For instance, a Ryoman user might aim for 213 Dexterity, while non-Ryoman users would target around 194 Dexterity before allocating points to other stats like Constitution for the Sentinel buff.
| Stat | Priority | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Dexterity | High | Maximizes weapon damage and attack speed. |
| Constitution | High | Increases health and provides defensive buffs (e.g., Sentinel). |
| Strength | Moderate | Contributes to physical damage, but Dexterity is often more impactful for DR. |
| Intelligence | Low | Divine Restriction negates mana, making Intelligence largely irrelevant. |
While Divine Restriction is incredibly powerful, it's crucial to remember that it's a physical build. Avoid investing in Intelligence as your mana is completely gone, making magic spells (unless they are passive buffs from your chosen magic) unusable.
This trait, especially with upcoming skill additions, positions Divine Restriction as a strong contender, offering a unique and highly engaging melee combat experience in Clover Retribution.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heavenly Restricted
Q: What is the primary benefit of Heavenly Restricted in Clover Retribution?
Heavenly Restricted sacrifices 80% of your mana for significant boosts to Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, and physical damage, making you a powerful physical combatant.
Q: How do I upgrade Heavenly Restricted to Divine Restriction?
To upgrade, you must reach level 250, have Heavenly Restricted equipped for 8 hours and 20 minutes, and then successfully defeat the Apex mini-boss after he places a bounty on you.
Q: What are the best items to get for a Divine Restriction build?
Key items include the Divine Nullifier sword, Shroud of the Strongest armor, and The Forsaken Title, all obtainable as drops from Apex or by exchanging Apex Tokens.
Q: Can I use magic with Divine Restriction?
While you can equip magic, Divine Restriction reduces your mana to 0%, making active magic spells unusable. Only passive buffs from certain magic types (like Sunshine) will provide benefits.