Azur Lane Akagi Guide: Mastering the Sakura Empire Carrier
Akagi, a formidable aircraft carrier (CV) from the Sakura Empire in Azur Lane, is renowned for her devastating damage, 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, effective fleet compositions, and synergistic ship pairings.
Akagi Overview
- Faction: Sakura Empire
- Rarity: Super Rare 6-stars (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 Loadouts
- 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 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.
Auxiliary Equipment
Enhance Akagi's performance and survivability with these equipment choices:
- Steam Catapult: Increases aviation and airstrike damage.
- Air Radar: Boosts AA capabilities and counters 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 for MNF or FFNF ships.
Synergistic Fleet Compositions
While Akagi excels in Sakura Empire fleets, she can also be integrated into mixed fleets effectively.
- Kaga (Sakura Empire CV): The ideal partner, activating the First Carrier Division buff for a 15% Aviation boost to both carriers.
- Nagato (BB, Sakura Empire): Provides a fleet-wide buff increasing Aviation and Firepower for all Sakura Empire ships, significantly enhancing Akagi's airstrikes.
- Shinano (UR Carrier, Sakura Empire): Offers an Aviation buff and reduces airstrike cooldowns, increasing Akagi's attack frequency.
- Chitose & Chiyoda (CVL, Sakura Empire): Light carriers providing additional airstrikes and defensive support to extend Akagi's lifespan.
- Essex (CV, Eagle Union): A strong alternative for mixed fleets, boasting high AA and Aviation stats.
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