Skia — Tier, Build & Team Fit
C tier · Lakshana · Sustained DPS. CN meta · reported · 2026-05-30
Free from story — build as secondary DPS if you lack Lakshana coverage. Replace once you pull S-tier carries.
Skia is a free Lakshana DPS with strong sustained damage through Fang Thrust stacking. She shines in Stain reaction teams alongside Baicang or Incantation units. However, she's outclassed by S-tier carries at higher investment. Best used as a story-granted stopgap until you pull better DPS.
Character Overview
| Tier | C |
|---|---|
| Element | Lakshana |
| Role | Sustained DPS |
| Data confidence | reported |
| Last verified | 2026-05-30 |
Skills & Role Summary
Skia is a free Lakshana sustained DPS who excels in longer fights through Fang Thrust stacking. Her Skill (Shadow Hound Chase) enters Tailed state, leaps into shadow, and deals 6 instances of Lakshana DMG, splitting Fang Thrusts from shadow for each target hit. Her Ultimate (The Pack) throws a spinning lighter, causing shadow to spread and converge on targets, increasing Fang Thrust damage and inflicting control effects. The core mechanic is stacking Fang Thrust on enemies for sustained Lakshana damage — she shines in Stain reaction teams alongside Baicang or Incantation units.
Build Tips
- Invest mats after your main team core is set — Skia fits Sustained DPS slots.
- Pair with adjacent Esper Cycle elements for Duo or Triple Cycle meter fill.
- Replace with A/S units when banners offer a matching element carry.
Recommended Teams
Lakshana (Skia) + Incantation (Baicang/Sakiri) adjacent elements trigger Stain reaction for sustained DoT. Skia's Fang Thrust locks targets while Baicang stacks Scorch. Sakiri buffs ATK, Adler shields.
Skia as Lakshana carry with Daffodil (Chaos) for Nightmare DEF shred. Shadow Hound Chase groups and controls mobs, Fadia charges Cycle. Good for prolonged single-target fights.
Other Lakshana Characters
Skia FAQ
Is Skia worth building in NTE?
Skia is free from story progression and provides solid Lakshana sustained DPS. Build her as a secondary carry if you lack Lakshana coverage. Replace once you pull S-tier DPS.
What teams work best with Skia?
Stain DoT Lane: Baicang (Incantation) + Skia (Lakshana) triggers Stain reaction for sustained damage. Add Sakiri for ATK buff and Adler for shields.
How do I get Skia for free?
Complete story chapter 2. Skia is a guaranteed free unit from main story progression — no gacha required.
Which Arc should Skia use?
Lakshana Arc (4-star) or free Wind Chaser from [/anomaly-commissions](/anomaly-commissions). Street Boxer Cartridge set matches her CRIT-focused Stain lane — see [/arc-tier-list](/arc-tier-list).