The World received a major rework in A Universal Time Update 5.9, bringing an entirely new moveset, fresh abilities, and a brand-new mastery progression system. Players can now strengthen The World by unlocking multiple mastery levels, with each level granting additional attacks, upgrades, and special variants. If you’re planning to main The World, mastering this progression system should be one of your top priorities. Here’s everything you need to know about unlocking The World Mastery in AUT.
What Is The World Mastery?
The World Mastery is a progression system added alongside the stand’s rework. Instead of immediately gaining access to every ability, players must unlock higher mastery levels to gain additional skills and enhanced versions of existing attacks. The system allows players to gradually improve The World’s combat potential while working toward the ultimate reward, the iconic Road Roller attack.
How to Unlock The World Mastery
The process is fairly simple but requires some grinding. First, you must already own The World. The stand can still be obtained through the “Him” Quest, as its obtainment method has not changed in Update 5.9. After obtaining The World, you’ll need a special item called Enya’s Arrow.
Step 1: Defeat the DIO Boss
Enya’s Arrow only drops from the DIO Boss. Every time you defeat him, there is a chance for the item to appear as part of the rewards.
Step 2: Get Enya’s Arrow
Enya’s Arrow is classified as a Rare item and has a 5% drop chance from the DIO Boss.
Since the drop rate is relatively low, expect to fight DIO multiple times before collecting enough arrows for higher mastery levels.
Step 3: Use Enya’s Arrow on The World
Once you obtain an Enya’s Arrow, simply use it while The World is equipped.
Each arrow increases your mastery by one level.
This means you’ll need multiple Enya’s Arrows if you want to reach the maximum mastery rank.
All The World Mastery Rewards
There are currently seven mastery levels available for The World.
Mastery 1 – Checkmate Variant
The first mastery unlock grants a special Checkmate variant that can be used during Time Stop.
This provides additional combo opportunities and improves your offensive options while controlling time.
Mastery 2 – Stop Sign
At Mastery 2, players unlock the Stop Sign attack.
This ability gives The World another powerful tool for dealing damage and extending combos.
Mastery 3 – Stop Sign Time Stop Variant
The Stop Sign ability gains an upgraded version that can be used during Time Stop.
This makes your Time Stop combos even more dangerous.
Mastery 4 – Kick Barrage QTE Variant
Mastery 4 unlocks a special Quick Time Event version of Kick Barrage.
This upgrade increases pressure during combat and gives players more ways to punish opponents.
Mastery 5 – Greatest High
One of DIO’s most famous abilities becomes available at Mastery 5.
Greatest High further expands The World’s moveset and makes the stand much more threatening in battles.
Mastery 6 – Stand Power Time Stop
Players gain access to an upgraded Time Stop ability at Mastery 6.
This enhancement improves The World’s signature mechanic and makes it even more effective in combat situations.
Mastery 7 – Road Roller
The final mastery reward is Road Roller.
This legendary finishing move is one of the most iconic attacks in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure and serves as the ultimate reward for completing The World’s mastery progression.
For many players, Road Roller is the main reason to grind the mastery system.
Best Way to Farm Enya’s Arrow
Since Enya’s Arrow only has a 5% drop rate, farming efficiently is important. Here are some tips:
- Focus on repeatedly farming the DIO Boss.
- Join public servers with active boss groups.
- Use high-damage builds to clear fights faster.
- Save healing items to reduce downtime.
- Farm with friends for more consistent boss runs.
The more DIO kills you can complete per hour, the faster you’ll obtain the arrows needed for Mastery 7.
Is The World Mastery Worth Grinding?
Absolutely. The mastery system transforms The World from a strong stand into one of the most complete and powerful stands in the game. Each mastery level adds meaningful upgrades rather than minor stat increases. By the time you unlock Road Roller, you’ll have access to multiple new abilities, stronger Time Stop options, and far more combo potential than the base version. Players who enjoy JoJo-inspired gameplay will likely find the grind worthwhile.
The World Mastery system is one of the biggest additions introduced in A Universal Time Update 5.9. To unlock every mastery level, you’ll need to farm the DIO Boss for Enya’s Arrow and repeatedly use the item on The World. While the grind may take some time due to the 5% drop rate, the rewards are worth it, especially for players aiming to unlock Road Roller and fully experience the stand’s reworked moveset. If you’re planning to use The World as your main stand, reaching Mastery 7 should be one of your long-term goals.