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Aquarius Degel KotZ: limited summon from March 29 to April 1, 2026 — complete guide
The Aquarius Saint from Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas returns in a limited summon on Knights of the Zodiac — with a doubled rate for 4 days only. Lore, detailed stats, tier list comparison and pull strategy: everything you need to know before spending your gems.
Source: Official KotZ account · KotZ Discord (patch notes) · Updated March 28, 2026.
Contents
- The story of Aquarius Degel: the ice scholar of Blue Graad
- Degel's complete stats and abilities in KotZ
- Tier list comparison: Degel versus other controllers
- Banner details: doubled rate and limited exclusivity
- Should you pull? Gem strategy and budget
- Conclusion
- FAQ — everything you need to know about Aquarius Degel in KotZ
The story of Aquarius Degel: the ice scholar of Blue Graad
Aquarius Degel is not an ordinary Aquarius Saint. Born in the frozen expanses of Blue Graad, a sanctuary of knowledge and discipline, he is the grandson of former Pope Itia — a legacy that shapes both his character and his ambitions. Calm, methodical and capable of making difficult decisions, Degel embodies the coldness of a strategist as much as the power of the ice he commands.
His deep bond with Scorpio Cardia is one of the strongest emotional threads in The Lost Canvas: two opposing temperaments and an unbreakable friendship. This duality — reason versus feeling — defines Degel's arc and makes him one of the most memorable characters in the Saint Seiya universe, alongside Pisces Albafica.
His most dramatic mission takes him to Atlantis, where he must recover the Orichalcum. Faced with Unity and Seraphina — his childhood friend who has become Poseidon's avatar — he chooses sacrifice: freezing Atlantis and himself in an eternal Ice Coffin, sealing Poseidon's power to save humanity. This tragic past is what gives every return of Degel in a game such significance for fans.
Degel's complete stats and abilities in KotZ
Here are Aquarius Degel's base statistics at maximum level, as provided in the official patch notes for the March 29, 2026 update.
| Stat | Value (max level) | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 18,400 | Average (light tank) |
| ATK | 3,250 | High for a controller |
| DEF | 1,980 | Average |
| Speed | 112 | High — often acts first |
| Freeze resistance | +45% | Near-total immunity |
| Defense penetration | 28% | Among the highest in the game |
His four active and passive skills form a kit focused on crowd control and penetrating damage:
Tier list comparison: Degel versus other controllers
To decide whether Degel is worth the investment, here is a direct comparison with the main controllers currently available in the game.
| Saint | Tier | Crowd control | Penetrating damage | Ice synergy | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquarius Degel (this article) | S | AoE Freeze + Slow | 28% penetration | +25% Ice allies | ⚠ Limited (4 days) |
| Divine Armor Camus | S | Strong single-target Freeze | 22% penetration | Offensive Ice passive | ✓ Permanent pool |
| Hyoga V2 | A | Multi-target Slow | 12% penetration | Moderate | ✓ Permanent pool |
| Crystal Saint | B | Weak Freeze (1 turn) | None | Weak | ✓ Permanent pool |
Banner details: doubled rate and limited exclusivity
Aquarius Degel's limited summon is scheduled from March 29 to April 1, 2026 — a window of just 4 days. Throughout this period, Degel's appearance rate is multiplied by 2 compared with standard summons.
The KotZ community is already buzzing about this event. Discussions about optimal Ice compositions and gem-saving strategies are everywhere on the official Discord and dedicated subreddits. For reference, similar banners such as Paradise Lost Alone (March 11–18) saw very high satisfaction rates among players who prepared their resources in advance.
Should you pull? Gem strategy and budget
The central question: is it worth spending your resources on Aquarius Degel? The answer depends on your current roster and your in-game goals.
Pull if…
- You do not yet have a strong Ice-type controller on your team.
- You are targeting high-level content (Guild Wars, ranked arena, elite dungeons).
- You already own Divine Armor Camus — the duo offers top-tier meta synergy.
- You are a collector and want to complete your Lost Canvas roster.
Save your gems if…
- You already have Camus + Hyoga V2 — Degel will be a marginal gain, not a transformative one.
- You are waiting for a banner featuring a character who fills a more urgent need (healer, pure ATK).
- Your gem stock is below 50 pulls — limited banners are risky with few reserves.
Recommended gem budget
| Goal | Estimated pulls | Gems required | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obtain Degel (normal chance) | 50–80 pulls | ~15,000–24,000 | ~65% |
| Obtain Degel (with pity) | Up to pity | According to the game's threshold | 100% guaranteed |
| Degel + additional stars | 150–200 pulls | ~45,000–60,000 | High |
Summary — what to remember about Aquarius Degel KotZ
- Banner from March 29 to April 1, 2026 — 4 days, ×2 summon rate.
- Degel is the game's best Ice controller: 28% defense penetration + AoE Freeze.
- His passive increases the Freeze effects of all Ice-type allies by +25%.
- Top-priority duo with Divine Armor Camus for the meta Ice composition.
- Non-permanent character after the event — this is your best chance to obtain him.
- Recommended budget: at least 50 to 100 pulls, with a pity reserve if possible.
Conclusion
Aquarius Degel's return to Knights of the Zodiac is much more than an ordinary gacha event: it is a rare opportunity to add one of the game's most strategically complete characters to your team. His defense penetration, multi-target crowd control, team-amplifying passive and synergy with Camus make him a worthwhile investment — provided you have the necessary resources and a genuine need for him in your roster.
The window is short: 4 days, and then he returns to the frozen depths of the inaccessible. Prepare your gems, set your budget, and may the Ice Coffin be with you.
Will you try your luck for Degel? Share your summons and team compositions in the comments — we want to see your pulls!
Read more:
Divine Armor Aquarius Camus guide ·
Pisces Albafica — Lost Canvas ·
All our KotZ guides
FAQ — everything you need to know about Aquarius Degel in KotZ
When is Aquarius Degel available in summons on KotZ?
Aquarius Degel is available in a limited summon from March 29 to April 1, 2026, a window of only 4 days. After that date, he will not join the permanent summon pool.
Is the summon rate really doubled?
Yes. According to the developers' official announcement, the chance of Aquarius Degel appearing is multiplied by 2 throughout the limited banner, compared with standard Advanced Summons.
Will Aquarius Degel be available after the event?
No. After April 1, 2026, Degel will not join the Advanced Summon pool. He is a Limited Time character — potentially unavailable for many months after the banner ends. This is your best guaranteed opportunity to obtain him.
How many pulls should you plan for to obtain Aquarius Degel?
With the doubled rate, planning for between 50 and 100 pulls is reasonable. If your game has a guaranteed pity system, save enough gems to reach it if luck is not on your side. Never exceed the budget you set before opening the banner.
Which Saints have the best synergies with Degel?
Divine Armor Camus is his best partner — the icy duo is currently the most effective Ice composition in the arena. Any Saint who applies negative status effects also benefits from his amplification passive (+25% to the team's Freeze/Slow effects).
