Estella
Bearly game sub dps
supportsub_dps
Estella is rated B tier because her primary utility is applying Physical Susceptibility to enemies through Solidification, which relies on Cryo Infliction. However, Solidification and Shatter team compositions are currently less effective than Physical-focused teams, limiting her overall impact in the current meta.
This early game build focuses on raising Estella's Will and Attack using the Mordvolt Resistant set and OBJ Razorhorn. The set's Will boost and individual piece Attack buffs provide a solid foundation for her damage. Miner Gauntlets T1 serve as an accessible off-piece for additional Attack.
Insights
Core Mechanics
- Estella applies Cryo Infliction via her Battle Skill Onomatopoeia, enabling Solidification and Physical Susceptibility through her Combo Skill Distortion.
- Her Combo Skill deals bonus damage and applies Physical Susceptibility if the target is already under Solidification.
- Her Ultimate Tremolo applies Lift to enemies with Physical Susceptibility, providing crowd control.
Scaling
- Estella's damage scales primarily with Will and Physical DMG stats, as her Combo Skill and Ultimate are her main damage sources.
- She is more effective in teams that can reliably apply Cryo and trigger Solidification, otherwise her utility drops significantly.
Team Role
Estella fills a support/sub-DPS role in Shatter compositions. She relies on teammates to apply Cryo or trigger Solidification, enabling her to apply Physical Susceptibility which amplifies physical damage for the team. Her Combo Skill and Ultimate provide additional damage and crowd control. She works best in teams that can sustain Cryo Infliction and trigger Solidification frequently.
Weapon
Weapon Stat Priority
will_boostphysical_dmg_boostinfliction
Gear
Explanation
OBJ Razorhorn remains the best weapon even in early game due to its high Will and Physical DMG stats, and it's easier to obtain as a 5-star weapon.
Mordvolt Resistant set pieces are common and provide good Will and Attack substats, boosting Estella's damage without needing rare gear.
Miner Gauntlets T1 are a budget option that give a solid Attack bonus, helping her hit harder until better gloves are available.
Notes
- Mordvolt Resistant set increases Will, improving Estella's damage output.
- Miner Gauntlets T1 provide a flat Attack boost as a cheap off-piece.
- This build is resource-efficient and works well in early game progression.