We’ve all been there. You spend hours grinding for cash, rush to the shop, and spend every last cent on ability rolls, only to be left with a pile of commons. It’s one of the most frustrating experiences in Volleyball Legends. But what if there was a hidden safety net designed to reward your persistence?
There is, and it’s called the pity system. This is a core mechanic that many players have heard of, but few truly understand. This guide will pull back the curtain, explain exactly how the pity system works, and show you how to leverage it to finally get those secret abilities and godly styles you’ve been chasing.
What is the Pity System? A Safety Net For Your Luck
First, let’s be clear about what the pity system is not. It does not increase your luck on every single roll. Instead, think of it as a built-in insurance policy against extremely bad luck. It guarantees that if you go for a long time without receiving a high-tier item, the game will automatically give you one. It ensures that your effort and investment will, eventually, pay off.
How Pity Really Works: The Hidden Counter
The magic behind the system is a hidden counter tied to your account. For every roll you make that doesn’t result in a top-tier item (like a Legendary, Godly, or Secret), this invisible counter goes up by one. When the counter reaches a specific, predetermined number, your very next roll is guaranteed to be a high-tier item.
Crucially, you should know that different types of rolls have different pity counters.
This separation is the single most important thing to understand. Rolling for styles does not build your pity for abilities, and vice-versa.
How to Leverage the Pity System to Your Advantage
Understanding the system is one thing; using it to get what you want is another. To stop wasting cash and start getting results, you need to be strategic.
Focus on One Goal at a Time
Because the pity counters are separate, the worst thing you can do is split your cash between ability rolls and style rolls. This is like trying to fill two different buckets with one hose. Instead, decide on your priority. Do you want the new Magnetic Pull secret ability? Then spend 100% of your cash on ability rolls until you get it. This ensures you are building one pity counter as fast as possible.
Save Your Cash for Rolling Sessions
Don’t spend your cash on a few rolls here and there. It’s far more effective, and psychologically rewarding, to save up a large amount of money before you start. Having enough cash to do dozens of rolls in one session gives you a much better chance of hitting the pity threshold. It also helps you keep track of your progress toward that guaranteed reward.
Common Myths About the Pity System
- Myth: Switching servers or rejoining the game will reset your pity.
- Fact: Your pity counter is saved to your account, not the server you’re in. You can log off and your progress will be waiting for you when you return.
- Myth: There are “lucky” times of day to roll.
- Fact: The odds (RNG) are the same at all times. The only thing that can guarantee a good roll is hitting the pity threshold.
By understanding that pity is a system of persistence, not luck, you can take control of your rewards. Every “failed” roll is simply one step closer to your guaranteed prize.
