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 shields scaling with DEF
- Can apply DoT damage
- Fits into Scorch and Hexed teams
Weaknesses
- Damage output is lacking compared to dedicated DPS units
- B-tier overall
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%
- Stacking DEF% improves shield strength and team survivability. Alternatives like Incantation DMG Bonus or CRIT cater more to DoT potential.
Module Layout
Required Modules
Bonus: Type III (+12% DEF)
Total Bonus: +72% DEF
Substat Priority
- Use all Type III modules to activate 4-piece set effect and maximize DEF bonus. Prioritize sub stats that increase DEF and damage.
Best Teams
Adler serves as a general shield support option that also comes with DoT capabilities to support his team through trace damage. By virtue of being an Incantation unit, his best team is a Scorch team featuring Baicang as Main DPS and Daffodill as Sub-DPS. Taking Haniel instead of Sakiri turns it into a Discord team.
Baicang
Main DPS
Primary damage dealer.
Daffodill
Sub-DPS
Secondary damage dealer.
Sakiri
Buffer (Flex)
Buffer; can be replaced with Haniel for Discord variant.
Adler
Support
Shield and DoT support.
Alternatives
Start with Adler's Skill to apply shield.
Swap to Buffer to apply buffs.
Swap to Sub-DPS and then Main DPS to deal damage.
Use Adler's Ultimate on lone enemies for bonus DoT.
- This team focuses on Scorch (Chaos) or Discord (Anima) Esper Cycles.
Adler can also function in Hexed teams with Nanally and Jiuyuan due to the team's high Anima and Incantation presence, allowing for frequent procs of Hexed.
Nanally
Main DPS
Primary damage dealer.
Jiuyuan
Sub-DPS
Secondary damage dealer.
Sakiri
Buffer
Buffer for the team.
Adler
Support
Shield and DoT support.
Start with Adler's Skill to apply shield.
Swap to Buffer to apply buffs.
Swap to Sub-DPS and then Main DPS to trigger Hexed.
Use Adler's Ultimate on lone enemies for bonus DoT.
- This team leverages Anima Esper Cycle for Hexed procs.
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. Make sure to have him go first, or if not, have him go just before your DPS units. Use your Ultimate to apply Incantation DoT to opponents, especially effective in Scorch teams. Swap to your Sub-DPS or Main DPS unit, potentially triggering an Incantation-related Esper Cycle.
Rotations
- 1Adler Skill → Swap to Buffer → Swap to Sub-DPS → Swap to DPS → Adler Ultimate if enemy is alone
Tips
- Adler's Ultimate applies a second strike of Incantation DMG against lone opponents, making up for the lack of multiple targets.
- Pair Adler with Chaos characters for Scorch (DoT) or Anima for Hexed (follow-up attacks). His skillset fits Scorch teams better.