Full beginner progression
Watch for movement and quest flow, then use this page as the written checklist while you play.
Tutorial + first-hour route
VV ULTIMATUM tutorial and beginner guide
Use this VV ULTIMATUM tutorial companion as a first-session route: clear Gelum, choose a faction, follow the early quest loop, save your rerolls, and stop at Level 25 when progression becomes route-specific.
Quick answer
VV ULTIMATUM tutorial route: what to do first
Finish the tutorial, defeat Gelum, check the current codes page once the Shop / code menu is available, choose a faction, follow red main story quests, pick up repeatables, and save rerolls until you know the slot is worth keeping.
Tutorial→
Gelum→
Codes→
Faction→
Main quests→
Level 25
First 30 minutes checklist
Use this as a stop/go route. Do not spend rerolls or commit to a build until you finish the early checks.
Step 1
Finish the tutorial
Practice movement, blocking, critical attacks, and deflect cues before trying to free-roam.
Step 1b
Turn off Dangerous missions
Open Settings and disable Dangerous missions until you are comfortable with parry timing. Random high-level invasions can wipe a fresh character.
Step 2
Defeat Gelum
Gelum is the first real skill check. Learn the red AoE, parry normal swings, and punish posture breaks.
Step 3
Check codes when the menu appears
Open the current codes list after tutorial / faction setup unlocks the code menu. Check free rewards before spending rerolls.
Step 4
Open quest tools
Use Tab for the quest log, U for the world map and C to sense nearby quest NPCs or interactables.
Step 5
Choose a faction
Pick Quincy for the easiest guided route, Shinigami for the safest classic route, or Hollow if you accept a harder evolution path.
Step 6
Push Outskirts quests
Move toward Soul Society Outskirts, accept visible quests, and use red main story quests as your backbone.
Step 7
Save Mission Tickets
Once Mission Tickets / Soul Pager reports become available, use only what the route requires early and save the rest until you know what your faction path needs.
Step 8
Reach Level 25
This is where your route becomes faction-specific: Shikai, Schrift, or Hollow evolution decisions start mattering.
Stuck on the tutorial boss? Fix Gelum first
Gelum is the first blocker in the route. Learn one safe response for each attack type, clear the fight, then return to the first-hour checklist.
Deflect
Normal swings
Practice one parry timing instead of mashing. A clean deflect gives you a safer opening than trading hits.
Move
Red aura attacks
Leave the danger area rather than trying to block it, then reset your spacing before re-engaging.
Punish
Safe openings
Take a short punish after a clear opening. Do not turn one success into a long trade that gives the boss momentum back.
Still blocked? Check the controls guide for inputs, or open the dedicated Gelum boss guide for the full fight.
Best first faction decision
Quincy is the easiest guided route. Shinigami is the safest classic route. Hollow is the high-risk evolution path — save it for alts unless you already know the trait rules.
Easiest guided route
Quincy
Best first-slot pick if you want ranged comfort, clearer mission guidance, and a more linear path toward Schrift.
Pick if: you want the easiest learning curve. Safest classic routeShinigami
Best if you want Zanpakuto, Shikai progression, solo PvE comfort and the most recognizable Bleach fantasy.
Pick if: you want the cleanest classic character. Advanced routeHollow
Higher complexity with trait timing, Mask Pop risk, evolution stages, possible Bank Remote restriction, and the Arrancar route.
Pick if: this is an alt slot or you like punishing routes.Still unsure? Use the faction quiz or compare the full tradeoffs on the factions page.
Visual route help
Video Guides
Use videos to see movement, quest flow, UI menus, and boss timing. Use the written tables when you need exact routes, code text, faction names, or reroll warnings.
Gelum and parry timing Controls guide
Race decision and reroll risk Factions page
Codes before spending rerolls Codes page
Spirit Charm debuffs Charm table
Tip: Keep the written checklist open while watching so you do not lose the route after the video jumps to later-game content.
At Level 25, choose your next route
Your next steps depend on your faction from here. Open the guide that matches your character instead of following one generic path.
Shinigami
Shikai route
Continue with the dedicated Shikai unlock route and its faction-specific steps.
Pick if you chose Shinigami. QuincySchrift route
Continue with the dedicated Schrift route instead of following generic leveling advice.
Pick if you chose Quincy. HollowHollow evolution
Open the full evolution guide before making route-specific trait or transformation decisions.
Pick if you chose Hollow.Next route guides
Open the guide that matches your current blocker.
Beginner FAQ
How do you start in VV ULTIMATUM?
Finish the tutorial, turn off dangerous missions while learning, defeat Gelum, check the current codes page when the code menu unlocks, choose a faction, then follow main story quests while picking up repeatables.
What should you do if you are stuck on the tutorial boss?
Treat Gelum as a mechanics check: practice one parry timing on normal swings, dodge red aura attacks, and take a short punish after a safe opening. Use the controls guide for inputs and the Gelum boss page for the full fight.
What is the best first faction in VV ULTIMATUM?
Quincy is the easiest guided route. Shinigami is the safest classic route for Shikai progression. Hollow is better for experienced players or alt slots.
When should beginners spend clan rerolls?
Check current free codes first, decide whether your faction route is worth keeping, then spend rerolls only after checking clan passives and rarity.
What should you do at Level 25 in VV ULTIMATUM?
Shinigami starts Shikai progression, Quincy pushes toward Schrift, and Hollow players should understand evolution and trait choices before committing.
Where should beginners check current VV ULTIMATUM codes?
Use the dedicated codes page for the current list and redemption troubleshooting instead of relying on a code copied into a general beginner guide.
Should beginners pick Hollow in VV ULTIMATUM?
Only if this is an alt slot or you accept trait timing and mask-pop risk. For a first slot, Quincy or Shinigami is safer.