Cipher is a Quantum-element character who follows the Path of Nihility. She excels as a sub-DPS and debuffer, capable of weakening enemy damage output while contributing consistent offensive pressure. Her kit allows her to deal True DMG through her Ultimate and trigger follow-up attacks (FUAs) via her unique Patron mechanic.
Her Bonus Ability, Sleight of Sky, increases the DMG received by all enemies by 40% just by being on the field, making her a valuable source of team-wide damage amplification. Cipher also builds Tally stacks whenever allies hit enemies with non-True DMG. These stacks are consumed when she unleashes her Ultimate, adding another layer to her burst potential.
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(2) Increases DMG dealt to enemies with debuffs by 12%.
(4) Increases CRIT Rate by 4%. The wearer deals 8%/12% increased CRIT DMG to enemies with at least 2/3 debuffs. After the wearer inflicts a debuff on enemy targets, the aforementioned effects increase by 100%, lasting for 1 turn(s).
Since Cipher is a Nihility character, the Pioneer set is her best option. She benefits from dealing increased DMG to debuffed enemies, and the set also provides her with CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG.
(2) Increases Quantum DMG by 10%.
(4) When the wearer deals DMG to the target enemy, ignores 10% DEF. If the target enemy has Quantum Weakness, the wearer additionally ignores 10% DEF.
This set allows Cipher to ignore a portion of the enemy’s DEF, and that amount is doubled if the target has a Quantum Weakness.
(2) Increases Wind DMG by 10%.
(4) After the wearer uses their Ultimate, their action is Advanced Forward by 25%.
This set allows Cipher to apply debuffs more quickly through her Ultimate. It is recommended to use an Energy Regeneration Rope with this build.
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(2) Increases the wearer's ATK by 12%. When the wearer's SPD is equal to or higher than 135/160, the wearer deals 12%/18% more DMG.
Cipher requires 170 SPD to activate Empyrean Strides, which also makes it easier for her to trigger the Glamoth set’s maximum stat bonus.
(2) Increases the wearer's ATK by 12%. When entering battle, if at least one other ally follows the same Path as the wearer, then the wearer's CRIT Rate increases by 12%.
This can be considered when Cipher is paired with Acheron.
(2) When an ally uses follow-up attacks, the wearer gains 1 stack of Merit, stacking up to 5 time(s). Each stack of Merit increases the DMG dealt by the wearer's follow-up attacks by 5%. When there are 5 stacks, additionally increases the wearer's CRIT DMG by 25%.
For this set to be reliable, Cipher must be in a FUA team alongside characters like Feixiao and Dr. Ratio.
Best Stats
Body
CRIT DMG
Boots
SPD
Sphere
Quantum DMG Boost
Rope
ATK% / Energy Regeneration Rate
Substats
SPD / CRIT DMG / Effect Hit Rate / CRIT Rate
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Cipher's main stat goal is to reach the 170 SPD in order to trigger the Empyrian Strides - this enhances her Crit Rate by 50% and her Tally stack by up to 100%.
Best Light Cones
SourceLight Cone Event Warp
Deceit
Increases the wearer's SPD by 18~30%. After the wearer uses an attack, there is a 120% base chance to inflict the "Bamboozle" state on every enemy target. While under the "Bamboozle" state, enemy targets have their DEF decreased by 16~24% for 2 turn(s). If the wearer's SPD is higher than or equal to 170, there is a 120% base chance to inflict the "Theft" state on every enemy target. While under the "Theft" state, enemy targets have their DEF decreased by 8~12% for 2 turn(s). When "Bamboozle" or "Theft" is repeatedly inflicted, only the most recently inflicted instance takes effect.This is Cipher’s signature Light Cone. It makes her a well-rounded sub-DPS and debuffer by allowing her to shred enemy DEF through the Bamboozle and Theft debuffs. The former is easily triggered, while the latter requires Cipher to first reach 170 SPD to apply it to all enemies. The Light Cone also boosts her SPD, helping her meet the threshold needed to activate the Theft debuff reliably.
SourceStellar Warp, Departure Warp, Character Event Warp, Light Cone Event Warp
Glance Back
When the wearer hits an enemy and if the hit enemy is not already "Ensnared," then there is a 60~100% base chance to "Ensnare" the hit enemy. "Ensnared" enemies' DEF decreases by 12~16% for 1 turn(s).When equipped on Cipher, this Light Cone enables her to inflict the Ensnared debuff, which reduces the enemy’s DEF. It’s a solid choice for boosting overall damage output, particularly against elite or boss-type enemies.
SourceStellar Warp, Light Cone Event Warp, Character Event Warp
Scrutinize
Increase the wearer's CRIT Rate by 8~16%. The wearer deals 24~48% more CRIT DMG to enemies that are currently Slowed or have reduced DEF.It grants Cipher a CRIT Rate boost and increases her CRIT DMG against enemies afflicted with DEF Reduction or Slow debuffs.
SourceStellar Warp, Departure Warp, Character Event Warp, Light Cone Event Warp
Toiler
For every debuff the target enemy has, the DMG dealt by the wearer increases by 12~24%, stacking up to 3 time(s). This effect also applies to DoT.This Light Cone increases Cipher’s DMG against enemies affected by multiple debuffs.
Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters
Genius of Brilliant Stars
Eagle of Twilight Line
Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
Izumo Gensei and Takama Divine Realm
Duran, Dynasty of Running Wolves
Lies Dance on the Breeze5★
Resolution Shines As Pearls of Sweat4★
Boundless Choreo4★
Good Night and Sleep Well4★