Case File #adler
B TierAdler Build Guide
Adler supports the team by providing both shields that scale with DEF, and DoT damage that scales on standard damage means. Overall, though, he is placed in B-tier as the damage he offers is lacking compared to other DPS units, and is thus sought out mostly for his shielding.
Strengths
- Provides DEF-scaling shields to improve team survivability
- Applies Incantation DoT for sustained damage
- Fits well in Scorch and Hexed team compositions
Weaknesses
- Low personal damage output
- Primarily a shield support, not a main DPS
Best Arcs
Increases HP by 10%. Strengthens shields by 10% while the wearer's HP is above 50%.
Increases wearer's DEF by 26% for 10s when taking damage. Triggers at most once every 20s.
Grants the wearer 10% ATK, 10% DEF, and 10% HP when the team has at least 3 different Esper Types.
Best Cartridge
Epic (2): DEF +15%. Legendary (4): Increases wearer's shields by 20%.
Best Main Stat: DEF%
- DEF% main stat improves shields and team survivability
- Other main stats like Incantation DMG Bonus and CRIT can be used for DoT focus
Module Layout
Required Modules
Bonus: Type III
Total Bonus: +72% DEF
Substat Priority
- Activate 4-piece effect of Kingdom's Guard and maximize bonus from bonus module
- Prioritize sub stats to increase DEF and improve shields
Best Teams
Adler serves as a general shield support with DoT capabilities. Best in a Scorch team with Baicang and Daffodill. Swap Sakiri for Haniel to turn it into a Discord team.
Baicang
Main DPS
Daffodill
Sub-DPS
Sakiri
Buffer
Can be replaced by Haniel for Discord variant
Adler
Support
Alternatives
Start with Adler's Skill to deploy shields
Swap to Buffer then Sub-DPS then Main DPS
Use Adler's Ultimate on lone enemies for extra DoT
Adler functions in Hexed teams with Nanally and Jiuyuan due to high Anima and Incantation presence, enabling frequent Hexed procs.
Use Adler's Skill for shields and DoT application
Follow with buffer and damage dealers to trigger Hexed
Skill Priority
Pristine Reflection (Support Skill)
Provides bonus Incantation damage, but offers not much else.
Deliverance (Basic Attack)
Basic Attacks are leveled last or outright ignored since Adler will normally be using their Skill and Ultimate more often.
Tranquility (Ultimate)
Adler's Ultimate is leveled next for its burst damage, which is amplified when against lone enemies, such as bosses.
Evil's Bane (Skill)
Adler's DoT and shielding are based around this ability, so level this first to max out on both his continuous damage and protective shielding.
Awakening Priority
All Forms Are Void
Extends Adler's shield duration to 12s from 8s, which is amazingly good for him since this is his primary use case. Get this first as it improves his Quality-of-Life.
Perception
Increases the strength of Adler's shield, which makes it the second-priority Awakening to get.
Formation
Absorbs extra damage when the shield breaks, giving it deceptively more strength than it usually does. Get this third.
Discernment
Refunds a portion of Adler's Ultimate cost when casting his Ultimate. Useful Quality-of-Life.
Form
Gives Adler slightly more damage on his Skill after using his Ultimate, which is useful later on when his shields and damage are already formidable.
Sensation
Provides Adler with slightly more damage output, but is usually saved for last since he is mainly used for shielding and maintaining Incantation DMG.
How to Play
Adler is usually run as the very first unit in a fight, casting his Skill to summon his Shield to defend his team. Use his Ultimate to apply Incantation DoT to opponents, especially in Scorch teams. Then swap to Sub-DPS or Main DPS to trigger Esper Cycles.
Rotations
- 1 Standard Rotation: Adler Skill → Swap to Buffer → Swap to Sub-DPS → Swap to DPS → Adler Ultimate if enemy is alone
Tips
- Have Adler go first or just before your DPS units
- Use Ultimate on lone enemies for bonus DoT
- Pair with Chaos or Anima characters for optimal synergy