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Estella
Cryst GUARD Lance
Advanced Builds
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supportdebuffshattersub_dps
Estella's main value comes from applying Physical Susceptibility to enemies within Solidification, which she enables by her own Cryo Infliction. Unfortunately, Solidification and Shatter compositions currently lag behind raw Physical teams, limiting her overall impact.
endgame sub dps endgamesub_dpsshatterphysical_susceptibility
This endgame setup maximises Estella’s Combo Skill and Ultimate damage by pairing the Yinglung gear set with OBJ Razorhorn. The weapon’s Infliction essence and the set’s team‑triggered Combo Skill DMG buff align perfectly with her role as a burst sub‑DPS in Shatter teams. Alternative weapons like Valiant and Aggeloslayer offer flexibility when Razorhorn isn’t available, prioritizing Physical DMG and Will stats respectively.
Gear
team_buff
armor
type 50 yinglung light armor
gloves
swordmancer tac gauntlets
core 1
type 50 yinglung radar
core 2
type 50 yinglung radar
Explanation
OBJ Razorhorn is the top choice because its Infliction stat boosts Physical DMG and its essence synergises with Estella’s debuff‑focused kit.
Type 50 Yinglung set was selected because it directly scales Estella’s hardest‑hitting skill (Distortion) whenever any ally casts a Battle Skill, making it ideal for a sub‑DPS who bursts during Reaction windows.
Valiant works as a strong alternative thanks to its Combative essence and the Physical DMG boosts, assuming Estella can reliably keep Physical Susceptibility active. Aggeloslayer is a budget 4‑star option that still offers Will and a post‑skill ATK increase.
Notes
- Prioritise OBJ Razorhorn for its Infliction essence, which directly amplifies Estella’s Physical damage against debuffed targets.
- The Type 50 Yinglung set provides up to 60% bonus Combo Skill DMG after teammates use Battle Skills, matching her burst window perfectly.
- Swordmancer Gauntlets serve as an off‑piece to add Strength, Will, and Physical DMG without breaking the Yinglung 2‑piece bonus.
early game sub dps early_gamef2psub_dpsshatter
This early‑game build uses the Aburrey’s Legacy gear set to give Estella a reliable DMG and ATK increase from her skill usage. Paired with OBJ Razorhorn, it establishes a solid foundation for her sub‑DPS duties in Shatter teams while being easy to obtain and upgrade.
Gear
skill_dmg
armor
aburrey light armor
gloves
miner gauntlets t1
core 1
aburrey flashlight
core 2
aburrey flashlight
Explanation
The Aburrey’s Legacy set was chosen for its unconditional skill DMG bonus and stacking ATK buff, which are easy to maintain and benefit all of Estella’s abilities.
OBJ Razorhorn is recommended even at low investment because its Infliction essence is too valuable for her role; the fact that it’s a 5‑star makes it more accessible than 6‑star alternatives.
The weapon alternatives remain the same as in the endgame build—Valiant for a competitive Physical boost, and Aggeloslayer as a budget option that still provides meaningful Will.
Notes
- Aburrey’s Legacy increases both skill DMG and ATK after using any major ability, giving a straightforward power boost early on.
- Even in early game, OBJ Razorhorn remains the best weapon because it’s a 5‑star that directly supports her debuff playstyle.
- Miner Gauntlets T1 fill the glove slot with early‑game stats while allowing the full Aburrey set bonus.
Build Insights
Estella fits into Shatter teams as a secondary damage dealer and debuff enabler. She pairs with any Cryo applicator to set up Solidification, then uses her Combo Skill to stick Physical Susceptibility, which both increases the team’s Physical damage and lets her Ultimate lift priority targets. While she can function in early‑game compositions with budget gear, late‑game teams often prefer pure Physical DPS or more versatile supports, placing her in a situational slot.
Core Mechanics
- Battle Skill: Onomatopoeia applies Cryo Infliction along a straight line.
- Her Combo Skill: Distortion triggers when an enemy suffers Solidification; it deals extra Physical DMG and applies Physical Susceptibility.
- Ultimate: Tremolo deals AoE Physical DMG and forcibly Lifts enemies already affected by Physical Susceptibility, creating control windows.
Scaling
- Damage scaling is concentrated in Distortion’s bonus hit against Solidified targets and in Tremolo; both benefit strongly from Physical DMG and Will boosts.
- Team‑dependent: she requires another operator to complete the cryo‑based Arts Reaction that triggers Solidification, so her output drops without a reliable Cryo enabler partner.
Character Notes
Estella is a 4‑star Cryo Polearm Guard whose kit revolves around triggering Solidification and applying Physical Susceptibility to amplify team damage while providing Lift crowd control through her Ultimate. She functions best as a sub‑DPS in Shatter compositions, where her debuff enables stronger follow‑ups from Physical teammates. While her niche is effective when properly supported, the current meta favours pure Physical teams, leaving her in a situational role.
Playstyle
- Open with Battle Skill: Onomatopoeia to apply Cryo Infliction to a group of enemies along a straight line.
- Follow up with a Cryo‑reacting ally to trigger Solidification, then immediately activate Combo Skill: Distortion for bonus Physical DMG and to apply Physical Susceptibility.
- Use Ultimate: Tremolo on enemies already affected by Physical Susceptibility to forcibly Lift them, disrupting dangerous foes and setting up combos.
Strengths
- Reliable debuffer for Physical teams through Physical Susceptibility.
- Self‑sufficient Cryo application for initiating Solidification.
- Ultimate provides AoE Lift, useful for crowd control and interrupt.
Weaknesses
- Heavily reliant on team coordination to trigger Solidification consistently.
- Lower personal damage outside of Combo Skill bonus hits.
- Outpaced by Physical DPS units in the current meta, limiting her team slot flexibility.
Team Guide
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Estella anchors a Shatter team by applying Cryo Infliction, which Alesh consumes to trigger Solidification. Her Combo Skill then applies Physical Susceptibility, massively amplifying damage from Endministrator’s Crush attacks. Chen Qianyu stacks Vulnerable to further boost burst windows. The rotation cycles cleanly between crowd control and nuke phases, providing both sustain and burst through SP recovery from Alesh.
Explanation
Estella enables the Shatter reaction by spreading Cryo Infliction. Alesh capitalizes on this to force Solidification, unlocking her Combo Skill that debuffs enemies with Physical Susceptibility.
Endministrator exploits the Susceptibility with heavy Crush damage, while Chen Qianyu adds Vulnerable stacks to scale the entire team's output. Alesh also refills SP, allowing more frequent cycle repetition.
Strengths
- High burst damage after setup, especially during Crush windows.
- Strong enemy control through Solidification and lift from Estella’s Combo Skill.
- Alesh provides SP recovery, smoothing out rotations.
Weaknesses
- Relies on applying Cryo Infliction consistently; if Alesh’s skill is on cooldown, the rotation stalls.
- Single-target focus; less effective against spread-out mobs.
Rotation
- 1 Activate Estella’s
Battle Skill or Alesh’sUltimate to applyCryo Infliction. Then use Alesh’sBattle Skill to consume the Infliction and trigger Solidification. - 2 With Solidification active, cast Estella’s
Combo Skill to apply Physical Susceptibility and one Vulnerable stack. If herUltimate is ready, use it for an extra Vulnerable stack. - 3 Follow up with Endministrator’s
Combo Skill to deploy Originium Crystals. If herUltimate is available, use it to consume the crystals for burst damage. - 4 Trigger Chen Qianyu’s
Combo Skill for another Vulnerable stack, then Alesh’sCombo Skill to recover SP. - 5 Use Chen Qianyu’s
Battle Skill for an additional Vulnerable stack. When SP permits, cast Endministrator’sBattle Skill to consume all Vulnerability stacks with Crush.
Apply Cryo → Solidification → Estella combo for debuffs → Endministrator burst → Chen and Alesh follow-ups for extra Vulnerable and SP → Endministrator Crush finisher.
Team Insights
Estella functions best as a sub-DPS in Shatter compositions, where she provides both Cryo application and a potent Physical Susceptibility debuff. Her kit is designed to set up allies like Alesh and Endministrator, who can exploit Solidification and Crush mechanics. Team building around her should focus on characters that can trigger and benefit from Shatter reactions, as well as supports that amplify physical damage or provide SP regeneration to loop combos.
Synergy Patterns
- Alesh is essential: he consumes Cryo Infliction to force Solidification, enabling Estella’s Combo Skill and fueling the team’s SP.
- Endministrator turns Physical Susceptibility into massive Crush damage, especially when followed by Vulnerability stacks from Chen Qianyu.
- Lift from Estella’s Combo Skill adds crowd control and triggers additional Vulnerability, aligning with Chen Qianyu’s supportive role.
Tips
- Always ensure Cryo Infliction is active before using Alesh’s Battle Skill; otherwise the rotation breaks.
- Delay Endministrator’s Battle Skill until all Vulnerability stacks are applied for maximum Crush multiplier.
- If Alesh’s Ultimate is available early, use it to apply Cryo Infliction instead of consuming Estella’s skill cooldown.
Availability
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Potentials
- Habitual Delay: Extends Physical Susceptibility duration by 3s.
- Lowered Expectations: Reduces Ultimate energy cost by 10%.
- Delayed Work: Increases Onomatopoeia range by 50% and damage to first target by 40%.
- Life Over Mission: +10 Will, +10 Strength.
- Survival is a Win: After applying Solidification, gain 5 Ultimate Energy (1s cooldown).
Best Gifts
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Her favourite gift is the Surfing Festival Ticket, but she also appreciates the Simonch Shawl, Cosmic Gate Puzzle, and Woven Aggelos.
As a member of Endfield Industries' Operation Team Z7, Estella serves as the communication and intel specialist. Her sharp tongue and perpetual misfortune hide a surprising dedication to making life better for those around her. Constant exposure to despair has numbed her senses, leaving her drawn to harsh stimuli like heavy metal music.