Case File #skia
C TierSkia Build Guide
Skia is a Lakshana frontline DPS who excels in extended fights, leveraging his Fang Thrust mechanic for sustained damage. However, his reliance on keeping Fang Thrust applied and the clunkiness of his rotation make him less consistent than other DPS options.
Strengths
- Excels in long fights
- Good synergy with Remora and Stain teams
Weaknesses
- Fang Thrust is clunky and inconsistent
- Loses Fang Thrust when swapping out
- C-tier due to better alternatives
Best Arcs
Ghostly Kite: Increases ATK by 10% and Lakshana DMG to targets affected by Remora and Stain by 10% for 15s after the wearer casts a Redirect Skill.
Spider Knowledge Collector: Grants 1 stack per Basic Attack (max 8). Consume all on Ultimate to increase team ATK by 1% per stack for 10s, +2% if 8 stacks.
Best Cartridge
Epic (2): Lakshana DMG +10%. Legendary (4): Increases Crit Chance by 14%. Team triggering Remora or Stain increases the bonus to 14% for 20s.
Best Main Stat: CRIT Rate/DMG or Lakshana DMG Bonus
- Wants CRIT for comfort, DMG bonus for minmax
- Prioritize CRIT Rate first, then CRIT DMG, then Lakshana DMG if CRITs are comfortable
Module Layout
Required Modules
Bonus: Type III
Total Bonus: +40% ATK
Substat Priority
- Use this layout to activate Street Boxer's 4-piece effect and maximize ATK bonus
Best Teams
Skia works best as the main DPS in Remora or Stain teams to maximize Shadow Hound Chase and Fang Thrust benefits.
Skia
Main DPS
Stays on field dealing damage
Zero
Sub-DPS
Triggers Remora
Sakiri
Buffer (Flex)
Main buffer; alternatively Haniel
Fadia
Sub-DPS/Support (Flex)
Damage mitigation and Stain trigger; alternatively Jiuyuan
Alternatives
Start with support rotations (Fadia Skill, Sakiri Hold Skill + Ultimate, Esper Zero Skill + Ultimate)
Swap to Skia after Remora trigger
Basic Attack to apply Fang Thrust, then use Skill and Ultimate consecutively
Normal attack until Shadow Hound Gnaw expires, then swap out
- Skia should be last in rotation to maximize field time
- Ultimate increases Fang Thrust damage by 10%
Skill Priority
The Pack (Ultimate)
Used for Fang Thrust buff and burst; level third.
Arrest Warrant (Support Skill)
Provides bonus Lakshana DMG.
Shadow Hound Chase (Skill)
Secondary damage source from passive attacks; level second.
Arresting Art (Basic Attack)
Max first since most damage comes from consistent Basic Attacks.
Awakening Priority
Unbothered Appearance
Straightforward DMG increase to Fang Thrust targets when in Shadow Hound Chase. Highest uptime.
Resolution
Increases damage to Tailed targets and extends Tailed duration by 6s. Up to 40% bonus DMG and quality of life.
Solution
Additional DMG to Fang Thrust targets, amplified against single enemies. Good for bosses.
Law and Order
Increases CRIT Chance and 50% Interruption Resistance in Shadow Hound Chase. Great for extended field time.
Process of Elimination
Bonus DMG to Fang Thrust auto-damage instances. Useful for optimized builds.
Social Contract
Increases target hitbox and slows them, making hits easier.
How to Play
Skia should be the last in the team rotation. Enter field, apply Fang Thrust with Basic Attacks, then use Skill and Ultimate to boost damage. Use empowered Basic Attacks until Skill duration ends, then swap out.
Rotations
- 1 Fadia Skill → Sakiri Hold Skill → Sakiri Ultimate → Esper Zero Skill → Esper Zero Ultimate → Swap to Skia (after Remora trigger) → Basic Attack to apply Fang Thrust → Skia Skill → Skia Ultimate → Normal Attacks until Shadow Hound Gnaw ends
Tips
- Ultimate increases Fang Thrust damage by 10%
- Team with Cosmos or Psyche characters for Remora/Stain
- Skill allows stealth for positioning