Story Campaign Guide — Conquer Every Chapter
Updated 2026-06-04
Illusion Connect Re Story Campaign Guide
The Story Campaign is the main PvE mode in Illusion Connect Re. Progressing through campaign chapters unlocks new game modes, characters, and resources. This guide provides a chapter-by-chapter walkthrough with team recommendations and star requirement strategies.
Campaign Overview
| Chapter | Recommended Level | Unlocks | Key Boss |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-4 (Prologue) | 1-15 | Tutorial, Gacha System | Shadow Grunt Lord |
| 5-8 (Early) | 16-30 | Arena, Guild | Cursed Warden |
| 9-12 (Mid) | 31-45 | Boss Raid, Awakening | Nightmare Sovereign |
| 13-16 (Late) | 46-60 | Hard Mode, Event Shop | Eternal Darkness |
| 17-20 (Endgame) | 61-80 | Challenge Mode, Gear Forge | Primordial Shadow |
3-Star Requirements
Each stage has three star objectives. Typically: clear the stage, keep all allies alive, and clear within a turn limit. If you cannot 3-star a stage, come back after leveling up. The rewards for full 3-star completion of a chapter are significant and include Diamonds and summon tickets.
Hard Mode Farming
After clearing a chapter on Normal, Hard Mode becomes available. Hard Mode stages drop Illusionist shards and higher-tier gear. Prioritize Hard Mode stages that drop shards for your core team members. Check our Progression Guide for the optimal Hard Mode farming routes.
Boss Stage Strategies
Each chapter ends with a boss stage. Bosses have unique mechanics that require specific counters. For chapter bosses, you generally want high single-target damage (Attackers) and reliable healing. For the toughest bosses, consider using debuff Sorcerers to reduce their stats. See our Boss Raid Guide for detailed boss mechanics.
FAQ
- What is the best chapter to farm for exp?
- Chapter 8 on Hard Mode offers the best experience-to-stamina ratio. Farm it until your main team reaches level cap.
- How many chapters are in the campaign?
- The launch version includes 20 chapters on Normal difficulty and 20 on Hard. Additional chapters will be added in future updates.
- Can I replay completed stages?
- Yes. You can replay any completed stage. Hard Mode stages are the most rewarding for farming shards and gear.