S Hydro Support / Driver · Sword

Nilou Build Guide

Nilou enables one of the strongest AoE teams — Bountiful Core Bloom.

Gameplay Strategy

Nilou functions best as a Support / Driver. The key to mastering this character is understanding how their kit interacts with the current abyss meta. Below are the critical gameplay patterns you need to know.

Rotation Tips

E × 3 (water stance) → Q → triggers

Team Synergy

Bloom enabler — creates Bountiful Cores. In practice, this means pairing them with characters that complement their strengths and cover their weaknesses.

Build Comparison: Entry vs Endgame

Entry Level Build
Iron Sting

Focus on main stat correctness. Set bonuses matter less than having correct main stats.

Endgame Build
Key of Khaj-Nisut

Optimize substats for perfect ratio. Sacrifice HP/DEF for more offensive stats.

Summary: Is Nilou Worth Building?

Nilou enables one of the strongest AoE teams — Bountiful Core Bloom. With the right investment, Nilou performs at a 9/10 — best AoE team enabler. level in current content.

Updated for Version 5.x

Best Build Overview

best Weapon
Key of Khaj-Nisut
f2p Weapon
Iron Sting
best Artifacts
Tenacity (2pc) + Vorukasha (2pc)
main Stats
HP% Sands, HP% Goblet, HP% Circlet
sub Stats
HP% > EM > ER%
talent Priority
Elemental Skill > Elemental Burst

Team Role

Bloom enabler — creates Bountiful Cores.

Rotation Guide

E × 3 (water stance) → Q → triggers