Azur Lane: Unveiling Akagi's Prowess

Azur Lane Akagi Guide: Mastering the Sakura Empire's Mighty Carrier

Akagi, a formidable aircraft carrier (CV) from the Sakura Empire in Azur Lane, is renowned for her devastating attacks, unique skills, and potent synergy with Kaga. A cornerstone of many fleets, especially 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, best fleet compositions, and synergistic ship pairings.

Akagi Overview

• Faction: Sakura Empire
• Rarity: Super Rare 6-star (Obtainable from maps 3-4 and events)
• Ship Type: Aircraft Carrier (CV)
• Stats: High HP, High Aviation, Moderate Reload, Low Evasion, Moderate AA, Moderate Speed

Optimal Aircraft Selection

• Fighter Planes (Slot 1):

  • F6F Hellcat: Balanced AA and damage.
  • F4U Corsair (VF-17 Squadron): High damage, excellent for PvE.
  • Hawker Sea Fury: High base damage with rapid reload.

• Dive Bombers (Slot 2):

  • SB2C Helldiver: High damage effective against all armor types.
  • Suisei (601 Air Group): Boosts Akagi's critical hit rate.
  • AD-1 Skyraider: Consistent and high AoE damage.

• Torpedo Bombers (Slot 3):

  • Barracuda (831 Air Group): High torpedo damage.
  • Tenzan (601 Air Group): Strong Sakura Empire synergy.
  • Ryusei: Fast reload and high torpedo damage.

Essential Auxiliary Equipment

Akagi benefits greatly from equipment enhancing aviation and survivability:

• Steam Catapult: Increases aviation stats and airstrike damage.
• Air Radar: Boosts AA capabilities, countering enemy air attacks.
• Golden Aviation Oil Tank: Improves durability and provides an aviation bonus.
• Angel's Feather: Significant AVI stat boost, minor EVA increase, and provides a small heal during battles if the ship is MNF or FFNF.

Synergistic Fleet Compositions

While Akagi excels in Sakura Empire fleets, she also performs well in mixed formations. Here are some ideal ship pairings:

• Kaga (Sakura Empire CV): Akagi's ultimate partner, activating the First Carrier Division buff for a 15% Aviation stat increase for both.

• Nagato (BB, Sakura Empire): Provides a fleet-wide buff increasing Aviation and Firepower for all Sakura Empire ships, significantly amplifying Akagi's airstrike damage.

• Shinano (UR Carrier, Sakura Empire): Offers an Aviation buff and reduces airstrike cooldowns, increasing Akagi's attack frequency.

• Chitose & Chiyoda (CVL, Sakura Empire): Provide supplementary airstrikes and defensive abilities, enhancing Akagi's survivability.

• Essex (CV, Eagle Union): A strong alternative for mixed fleets, boasting high AA and Aviation stats.

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