Empyrean Fruit
Empyrean is a Mythical mutation of Kitsune that enhances several abilities and slightly modifies its moveset. Its most notable upgrades include improved M1 attacks, [Z] Sweeping Firestorm, and transformed [C] Burstfire Cannon, resulting in higher damage and stronger crowd-control. At 3 tails, the first three M1 attacks gain increased range, while the final hit becomes a large AoE grab that pulls nearby enemies inward.
In combat, Empyrean is considered one of the strongest PvP options in the game. [Z] Sweeping Firestorm boasts some of the highest damage in Blox Fruits and can defeat opponents in very few uses. Combined with Kitsune's already powerful mobility, stuns, and damage output, Empyrean excels at Bounty/Honor hunting and high-level PvP encounters.
For PvE, Empyrean remains an excellent choice for grinding, offering strong AoE damage, fast clear speeds, and effective crowd control across all three seas. However, it retains Kitsune's high mastery requirements, making it difficult for lower-level players to unlock its full potential. Additionally, due to the extreme rarity of its physical fruit, obtaining Empyrean without trading is exceptionally difficult.
Empyrean
Strengths & Weaknesses
A quick breakdown of where this build shines and struggles.
Strengths
Normal Form
Extremely high trading value and rarity.
High damage, long stuns, and strong performance in both ground and air combat.
Excellent for grinding thanks to its AoE attacks and enhanced M1s.
Blue Flames passive can break Instinct and apply burn damage.
Sweeping Firestorm offers exceptional damage, range, and crowd control.
Transformed
Gains higher damage, greater mobility, and defensive buffs.
Can walk on water and carry other players.
Features powerful AoE attacks and strong combo potential.
Burstfire Cannon deals massive damage with excellent range.
One of the strongest fruits for PvP, Grinding, and Bounty Hunting.
Weaknesses
Normal Form
Extremely difficult to obtain, with mastery separate from normal Kitsune.
All abilities consume the Tails Meter.
Limited mobility before transformation.
Sweeping Firestorm can leave the user vulnerable to counters and has noticeable windup.
Several attacks can be dodged with Instinct or mobility skills.
Requires 3 tails to access its transformation.
Some abilities require precise aim and can be inconsistent in PvP.
Transformed Form
Requires 3 tails before transforming.
Cannot use Fighting Styles, Swords, or Guns.
Difficult to control in tight spaces due to extreme movement speed.
Less effective against runners, sky campers, and aerial opponents.
Several abilities are difficult to aim accurately in PvP.
Burstfire Cannon (Held) consumes a large amount of Tails Meter and requires precise aim.
Certain abilities may force the user into unfavorable positions or leave them vulnerable to counterattacks.
Verdict
Empyrean is an upgraded version of Kitsune that trades some consistency for significantly higher damage and stronger offensive pressure. Its enhanced M1 attacks, devastating Sweeping Firestorm, and powerful Burstfire Cannon make it one of the most dominant fruits for PvP, Bounty Hunting, and Grinding. While it requires a large investment in mastery, careful Tails Meter management, and can leave users vulnerable during certain attacks, its overwhelming damage output and versatility make it one of the strongest mutations in the game. Overall, Empyrean stands among the absolute top-tier options for players seeking maximum combat power.
Abilities & Upgrade
Performs a four-hit combo using red flame slashes.
The first three hits gain increased range at 3 tails.
The fourth hit pulls nearby enemies inward for crowd control.
Applies Red Flames burn damage at 3 tails.
Useful for close-range combat and combo extensions.
Consumes 7.5% of the Tails Meter after a full combo.
Fires a powerful red flame beam with two variations.
Tap: Fires a short-range beam that deals damage instantly.
Held: Fires a continuous beam that deals extremely high damage.
Can be aimed while active.
Beam and explosion can damage targets simultaneously.
One of Empyrean's strongest damage abilities.
Dashes in a zig-zag pattern before striking the target.
Stuns enemies on hit.
Has separate ground and aerial variations.
Provides strong combo potential.
Useful for catching moving targets.
Consumes 12.5% of the Tails Meter.
Launches a sphere of red flames that explodes on impact.
Creates a large explosion.
Leaves lingering flames on the ground.
Breaks Instinct.
Deals increased damage on direct hits.
Consumes 15% of the Tails Meter.
Transforms the user into a full Empyrean Kitsune.
Grants access to Empyrean's transformed abilities.
Provides temporary immunity to most basic damage during transformation.
Requires 3 tails to activate.
Consumes 30% of the Tails Meter.
Dashes forward and grabs enemies before unleashing a flurry of claw attacks.
Deals multiple hits after a successful grab.
Provides strong mobility and combo potential.
Useful for extending combos and chasing opponents.
Consumes 10% of the Tails Meter.
Performs a four-hit combo using red flame slashes.
The first three hits gain increased range at 3 tails.
The fourth hit pulls nearby enemies inward for crowd control.
Applies Red Flames burn damage at 3 tails.
Useful for close-range combat and combo extensions.
Consumes 7.5% of the Tails Meter after a full combo.
Fires a powerful red flame beam with two variations.
Tap: Fires a short-range beam that deals damage instantly.
Held: Fires a continuous beam that deals extremely high damage.
Can be aimed while active.
Beam and explosion can damage targets simultaneously.
One of Empyrean's strongest damage abilities.
Dashes in a zig-zag pattern before striking the target.
Stuns enemies on hit.
Has separate ground and aerial variations.
Provides strong combo potential.
Useful for catching moving targets.
Consumes 12.5% of the Tails Meter.
Launches a sphere of red flames that explodes on impact.
Creates a large explosion.
Leaves lingering flames on the ground.
Breaks Instinct.
Deals increased damage on direct hits.
Consumes 15% of the Tails Meter.
Transforms the user into a full Empyrean Kitsune.
Grants access to Empyrean's transformed abilities.
Provides temporary immunity to most basic damage during transformation.
Requires 3 tails to activate.
Consumes 30% of the Tails Meter.
Dashes forward and grabs enemies before unleashing a flurry of claw attacks.
Deals multiple hits after a successful grab.
Provides strong mobility and combo potential.
Useful for extending combos and chasing opponents.
Consumes 10% of the Tails Meter.
Showcase Video
Crimson Kitsune
Update Logs
- Release
- Empyrean was released as a Kitsune mutation.
- Added the Galaxy skin.
- Balance Changes
- Empyrean received a balance pass.
- Transformed [Z] Sweeping Firestorm now has endlag after use.
- Transformed [C] Burstfire Cannon gained a tap variant, functioning similarly to Kitsune's Fox Fire Disruption projectile attack.