Maelstrom is one of the most iconic Vanguard bosses of all time, and in this Premium Masterclass, we break down THREE different Maelstrom builds you can explore right now.
Joined by a fellow Aqua Force enthusiast (MaleficZero), we dive deep into:
🔹 A classic Drive Maelstrom build
🔹 An Engulf Turbo build focused
🔹 An experimental Copy Glory build
This video isn’t about claiming Aqua Force is Tier 1. It’s about understanding your options, refining playstyle, and giving longtime Maelstrom fans a toolbox of ideas to test and improve with.
Whether you’re a returning Premium player or a longtime Aqua Force loyalist, this Masterclass will give you new angles to explore.
00:00 – Guest Intro: Aqua Force Loyalist Since Day One
01:31 – Build #1: “Drive Aqua” (V Series Maelstrom Playstyle)
01:50 – Why Extra Drives Style Maelstrom Works in Premium
03:32 – Key Searcher, Swapper, & Consistency Piece
04:03 – Radiate Assault & Restand Maelstrom Pieces
04:51 – Trigger Lineup & Grind Game Choices
05:38 – Build #2: Engulf Turbo (Most Competitive Build)
05:53 – How Engulf’s Guard Restriction Works
07:45 – Why Engulf Creates Immediate Lethal Threat
08:38 – Nikolas + Algos = Snowball Advantage
09:40 – Choosing Your Maelstrom Ride Targets
10:55 – Glory Maelstrom’s Hand-Lock Pressure
11:27 – Consistency & Survival Pieces
12:44 – Engulf’s Win Condition Explained
13:00 – Engulf’s Biggest Weaknesses
13:46 – How to Play Around Protect Decks
14:55 – Why This Is the Most Competitive Build
15:28 – Build #3: Copy Glory (Experimental Tech Build)
15:38 – How Copy Glory Works
16:19 – Magic Numbers & Power Scaling
16:53 – Ideal Ride Path
17:31 – MVP Cards & Persona Ride Synergy
18:16 – Re-Stand Beater & Combo Sequences
19:14 – Board Building Engine Explained
20:51 – Persona Ride + Stride Finisher Line
21:33 – Weaknesses of the Copy Glory Build
24:14 – Final Thoughts on Maelstrom in Premium
25:04 – Community Call: Share Your Builds
25:57 – Discord Plug
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