Case File #haniel
B TierHaniel Build Guide
Haniel is one of the game's Buffers, capable of increasing the team's ATK. Not only that, but she can also serve as a team's sub-DPS thanks to her ability to deal damage while off-field. However, she does not offer much else apart from her buffs and off-field damage. Because of this, you will be quickly switching to other members of your team after applying buffs with Haniel.
Strengths
- Provides strong ATK buffs to the team
- Deals damage while off-field via Hootie
- Can serve as a sub-DPS
Weaknesses
- Limited utility beyond buffs and off-field damage
- Requires frequent switching to maintain team DPS
- Personal damage is not exceptional
Best Arcs
Beat King: Increases the active character's ATK by 10% while the wearer is off-field, and increases the active character's ATK by 2% when the wearer deals damage, up to 4 stacks and triggering at most once every 2s. Resets when the wearer becomes active. Increases Psyche DMG by 12% while active, and additional 2% per Psyche Basic Attack hit up to 10 stacks, resetting on switch.
Nacupeda: Increases HP by 24%. After casting Ultimate, grants one random effect: recover 20% Max HP to lowest HP ally, give shield equal to 20% Max HP for 15s, or recover 10% HP to all allies. Triggers once every 30s.
Picture Frame: Increases ATK by 20% when HP is above 50%; increases DEF by 20% when HP is below 50%.
Best Cartridge
Epic (2): Charge Efficiency +12%. Legendary (4): Increases all allies' ATK by 15% for 20s after the wearer casts Ultimate. Effect does not stack.
Best Main Stat: Cycle Intensity or Psyche DMG Bonus
- Cycle Intensity helps trigger Esper Cycles like Nova and Discord for team.
- Psyche DMG Bonus boosts Haniel's personal burst damage.
Module Layout
Required Modules
Bonus: Type III
Total Bonus: +60% Attack
Substat Priority
Best Teams
Focuses on applying Nova and Scorch to trigger the Discord Eclipse Cycle, with Haniel providing ATK buffs and off-field damage.
Haniel
Support
Provides ATK buff and additional damage via Hootie.
Daffodill
Sub-DPS
Applies Scorch and provides consistent damage.
Nanally
Main DPS (Flex)
Primary damage dealer. Alternatives: Hathor, Baicang.
Adler
Sub-DPS/Support (Flex)
Additional support or grouping. Alternatives: Sakiri, Jiuyuan.
Alternatives
Apply Scorch on enemies using Daffodill or Baicang.
Switch to Haniel to use Skill (and Ultimate if ready) to apply Nova.
Nova triggers Discord, dealing massive damage.
Rotate to main DPS to clean up with boosted ATK.
- Haniel can steal ATK from enemies when Nova ends, enhancing team damage.
- Ensure Nova is applied after Scorch for Discord activation.
Utilizes the Charge Esper Cycle to fast Ultimate charging, with Haniel providing ATK buffs and additional damage.
Haniel
Support
Provides ATK buff and Hootie damage.
Hathor
Sub-DPS (Flex)
Applies Stain and contributes damage. Alternative: Skia.
Nanally
Main DPS (Flex)
Primary damage dealer. Alternative: Mint.
Zero
Sub-DPS
Provides Blossom synergy and additional damage.
Alternatives
Start with Haniel to apply buffs and place Hootie.
Activate Haniel's Ultimate before Skill for maximum buff duration.
Switch to sub-DPS (Hathor/Skia) to apply Stain and build Charge.
Use main DPS (Nanally/Mint) to activate Charge Esper Cycle and deal damage.
Esper Zero enhances Blossom and provides consistent off-field damage.
- Charge Esper Cycle accelerates Ultimate charging when Vita Pistils hit enemies affected by Remora.
- Haniel's ATK buff benefits the entire team's damage output.
Skill Priority
Easter Egg Time (Support Skill)
Used when switching in, deals damage. Level next to improve off-field contribution.
Genesse Technique (Basic Attack)
Basic attack, rarely used. Level last.
Silent Moonlit Forest Guardian (Skill)
Summons Hootie to buff team ATK and deal off-field damage. Prioritize leveling for maximum support and damage.
A Melody Named Haniel (Ultimate)
Empowers Hootie, increasing its damage and area of effect. Improves the buff and damage potential.
Awakening Priority
Legendary! The g'old back row window seat!
Increases Hootie's duration, boosting overall damage output and extending Haniel's buff duration. Highly recommended.
Finale! For the coming dawn!
Lowers Hootie's cooldown, allowing faster reuse. Greatly improves uptime.
Crisis! Shattering trust!
Improves Psyche DMG when entering Paranormal Ace state after Ultimate. Boosts personal damage.
New here! Genius transfer student reporting in!
Increases max Plot Armor stacks and Paranormal Cannon ricochets, empowering Haniel's Skill.
The hero team is formed!
Increases Crit Chance while in Paranormal Ace state, improving damage output.
Seaside! Beach episode!
Buffs Haniel's next attack after triggering Ensemble while in Paranormal Ace state. Moderate damage increase.
How to Play
If you have a Lakshana or Chaos character with full Cycle Energy, start combat with them to trigger Stain or Nova immediately. Use Haniel's Skill to place Hootie for ATK buffs, then swap to main DPS. Activate her Ultimate before Skill for maximum buff duration. In Discord teams, apply Scorch first then Nova. In Charge teams, use buffs before activating Charge.
Rotations
- 1 Sustain/Mitigation Skill → Haniel Ultimate → Haniel Skill → Swap to Sub-DPS (Standard rotation for maximum buff uptime).
Tips
- Use her Skill to buff allies and trigger additional attacks via Hootie's Four-Part Harmony.
- Activate Ultimate before Skill to empower Hootie and double buff effects.
- Team her with Lakshana or Chaos characters to access powerful Esper Cycles.
- She thrives in Discord teams where she can steal ATK from enemies.