Case File #mint
B TierMint Build Guide
Mint is a good DPS character thanks to her strong single-target capabilities, as well as her Skill, which has a low cooldown. This allows her to not only deal a lot of damage, but it also lets her use it to parry enemy attacks. Her downside, however, is that she is quickly outclassed by other DPS characters later in the game.
Strengths
- Strong single-target damage
- Skill has very low cooldown (6s) allowing frequent use and parrying
- Can quickly charge Ultimate
Weaknesses
- Outclassed by other DPS characters later in the game
Best Arcs
Paper Squadron: Increases Anima DMG dealt by the wearer's Redirect Skill and Ultimate by 20%.
Inspiration Terminator: Grants the wearer 10 Ultimate Energy when casting a Redirect Skill. Triggers up to once every 20s.
Film - MANISH: Increases Break Intensity by 48. Increases DMG by 10% against Broken units.
Best Cartridge
Epic (2): Anima DMG +10%. Legendary (4): Increases wearer's CRIT DMG by 8% when a nearby enemy takes Anima DMG from the Team, up to 7 stacks. Each stack lasts 10s. Effect remains active when the character is off-field.
Best Main Stat: CRIT DMG or Anima DMG Bonus
- Prioritize CRIT DMG and Anima DMG Bonus on cartridge main stat
- Substats: CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, DMG, ATK%, Cycle Intensity
Module Layout
Required Modules
Bonus: Type III
Total Bonus: +30% CRIT Rate
Substat Priority
- Module layout activates Fireflies and the Forest 4-piece effect
- Bonus module (Type III) provides additional 7.5% CRIT Rate, total +30%
- Aim for substats in order of priority as listed
Best Teams
Mint serves as main DPS, with Esper Zero and Jiuyuan as sub-DPS to trigger and empower Blossom reactions. Sakiri provides support and can apply Hexed for additional damage.
Mint
Main DPS
Primary damage dealer; uses Skill and Ultimate frequently
Zero
Sub-DPS
Helps trigger Blossom Esper Cycle
Jiuyuan
Sub-DPS
Empowers Vita Buds and Pistils; provides Blossom buff
Sakiri
Support
Applies buffs and Hexed on enemies to boost team damage
Alternatives
Start with Jiuyuan's Skill to set up Lethal Rose Pact
Use Sakiri's Hold Skill and Ultimate to apply buffs and Hexed
Use Esper Zero's Skill and Ultimate to build Cycle Energy
Swap to Mint to trigger Blossom, then use Skill and Ultimate
Spam Normal Attacks and use Skill whenever off cooldown
End with Jiuyuan's Ultimate to maximize Lethal Rose Pact uptime
- Mint's passive increases Vita Pistil damage area
- This team provides two buffs to Blossom reactions
- Jiuyuan should be used at start and end of rotation
Skill Priority
Perfect Containment (Basic Attack)
As a Main DPS, Mint will be using her Basic Attack often. Upgrade it after her Ultimate to maximize her damage output.
Invincible Tornado Slash (Support Skill)
Upgrading Mint's Support Skill is not a priority, as you won't be using it that often.
Super Claws (Skill)
Because you will be spamming Mint's Skill a lot, it is important to upgrade it first to maximize your damage.
Thunderous Whirlwind Slash (Ultimate)
Mint's Ultimate can deal a large amount of damage, so improve its damage by upgrading it after her Skill.
Awakening Priority
Lunch Break
Gives Mint additional Crit Chance when facing the last enemy. Applies to mobs and solo bosses. Essential for improving crit consistency.
Re-examination
Increases damage of Mint's Skill, which is used very frequently. High priority due to skill spam playstyle.
First Instinct
Improves CRIT DMG whenever Mint uses her Skill. Duration equals cooldown, so 100% uptime.
Attendance Bonus
Provides an ATK boost whenever a character triggers Blossom or Hexed against an enemy. Synergizes with team composition.
Elite Member
Allows Mint to deal additional damage to low-health enemies, helping to finish off targets faster.
Task Force Operation
When Mint performs a Critical Riposte, her Skill becomes available again. Useful for extra skill uses in specific scenarios.
How to Play
Mint thrives as a main DPS in Blossom teams, using her low-cooldown Skill to charge Ultimate and deal consistent damage. Trigger Blossom by swapping from a Cosmos character, and empower Vita Pistils with Jiuyuan and Esper Zero.
Rotations
- 1 Sample Full Rotation: Jiuyuan Skill → Sakiri Hold Skill → Sakiri Ultimate → Esper Zero Skill → Esper Zero Ultimate → Swap to Mint (Blossom Trigger) → Mint Skill → Mint Ultimate → Spam Normal Attacks → Use Skill Whenever Off Cooldown → Jiuyuan Ultimate
Tips
- If you have a Cosmos or Incantation character with full Cycle Energy, start combat with them and swap to Mint to immediately trigger Blossom or Hexed.
- Use Mint's Skill often (6s cooldown) to charge her Ultimate and deal damage.
- Once Cycle Energy is full, swap to a Cosmos character to trigger Blossom, or to an Incantation support to apply Hexed.
- Use Mint's Ultimate when available to deal massive AoE damage, especially after buffs are applied.