Azur Lane Akagi Guide: Mastering the Sakura Empire's Powerful Carrier
Akagi, a formidable aircraft carrier (CV) from the Sakura Empire in Azur Lane, is celebrated for her devastating damage, unique skills, and exceptional synergy with Kaga. A cornerstone of many fleet compositions, especially for those prioritizing air superiority, Akagi is a must-have for many players. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of Akagi, covering her stats, optimal equipment choices, effective fleet synergies, and recommended team setups.
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Akagi Overview
Key Akagi statistics:
- Faction: Sakura Empire
- Rarity: Super Rare 6-stars (Obtainable from maps 3-4 and events)
- Ship Type: Aircraft Carrier (CV)
Stats:
- HP: High
- Aviation: High
- Reload: Moderate
- Evasion: Low
- AA: Moderate
- Speed: Moderate
Optimal Aircraft Selection
Best Fighter Planes (Slot 1):
- F6F Hellcat: Excellent balance of anti-air capabilities and damage output.
- F4U Corsair (VF-17 Squadron): High damage potential, particularly effective in PvE scenarios.
- Hawker Sea Fury: High base damage coupled with a fast reload speed.
Best Dive Bombers (Slot 2):
- SB2C Helldiver: High damage output against all armor types.
- Suisei (601 Air Group): Significantly boosts Akagi's critical hit rate.
- AD-1 Skyraider: Consistent and high area-of-effect (AoE) damage.
Best Torpedo Bombers (Slot 3):
- Barracuda (831 Air Group): Exceptional torpedo damage.
- Tenzan (601 Air Group): Strong synergy with other Sakura Empire ships.
- Ryusei: Fast reload and high torpedo damage.
Recommended Auxiliary Equipment
To maximize Akagi's performance and survivability, consider these equipment options:
- Steam Catapult: Boosts aviation stats and enhances airstrike damage.
- Air Radar: Improves anti-air capabilities and counters enemy air threats.
- Golden Aviation Oil Tank: Increases durability and provides an aviation bonus.
- Angel's Feather: Provides a substantial aviation stat boost, a small evasion increase, and a minor heal during battles for MNF or FFNF ships.
Synergistic Fleet Compositions
While Akagi excels in Sakura Empire fleets, she can also be integrated into mixed fleets effectively. Here are some top ship pairings:
1. Kaga (Sakura Empire CV): Akagi's ideal partner, activating the First Carrier Division buff for a 15% aviation stat increase for both carriers.
2. Nagato (BB, Sakura Empire): Provides a fleet-wide buff, increasing aviation and firepower for all Sakura Empire ships, significantly amplifying Akagi's airstrike damage.
3. Shinano (UR Carrier, Sakura Empire): Offers an aviation buff and reduces airstrike cooldowns, allowing Akagi to unleash airstrikes more frequently.
4. Chitose & Chiyoda (CVL, Sakura Empire): These light carriers provide supplementary airstrikes and possess defensive abilities to enhance Akagi's survival.
5. Essex (CV, Eagle Union): A strong alternative for mixed fleets, offering high anti-air and aviation stats.
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