Astra Yao
The current #1 all-purpose Support/buffer: grants team-wide ATK% and DMG%, heals and restores energy, and pairs with almost any carry.
Tier S+ · Support · Ether. BiS: Elegant Vanity. The current #1 all-purpose Support/buffer: grants team-wide ATK% and DMG%, heals and restores energy, and pairs with almost any carry.
Base stats
Recommended build
Best W-Engines
Recommendation order by current meta — the first is strongest, the rest are alternatives in decreasing priority. (Not a simulated DPS %.)
Recommended Drive Discs
Astral Voice
Swing Jazz4: ATK% · 5: ATK% · 6: Energy Regen (or ATK% if you already have enough ER)
ATK% > Energy Regen > flat ATK (aim for ~3400 ATK, then pile on ER)
Skill priority: Max her Core Skill first; then Ultimate > Special (EX) > Assist > Basic.
Recommended teams
A no-brainer pull if you're short on good supports: she upgrades nearly every team and is a standard piece in most top teams. Her only quirk is needing ~3400 ATK to unlock her full buffs, but that's easy to reach. This is the longest-lasting investment in the game.
Stat targets
Level-60 targets (JP): ATK is priority #1 since every buff scales off Astra's own ATK — aim for ~3,429 ATK at M0 to max the Core buff (M2 lowers the threshold to 2,963). Keep enough Energy Regen to sustain her Special/Quick Assists (slot-6 Energy Regen main + 2pc Swing Jazz is standard). Substat order ATK% > CRIT DMG = CRIT Rate; CRIT is only secondary, never trade ATK for it.
Rotation & combos
1) Opener: cast her Special (no energy cost) to enter Idyllic Cadenza — Astra stays on-field, invulnerable, buffing team ATK/DMG/CRIT DMG. 2) Swap to your main carry and play normally. 3) When you want to extend a combo, swap-cancel to trigger Astra's Quick Assist (costs 25 Energy = 1 Chord): it buffs ATK and adds a hit. 4) Fire Astra's Chain Attack / Ultimate when available to refresh buffs and heal the team. Loop 2→4; she barely needs manual inputs and runs at near-zero field time.
- Universal support that fits almost any team; whole-team buffs including one of the highest ATK buffs in the game.
- Heals teammates, providing sustain for content where survivability matters.
- Enables incredibly frequent Quick Assists and Chain Attacks even outside stun windows, at near-zero field time.
- Double-DPS / double-damage teams gain even more from her than from other supports.
- Effectively locks you into a 2-active-agent playstyle (low field time) — strong but not for everyone.
- Low personal damage and poor at building her own Decibels/Daze — almost purely a buffer.
- Needs ~3,429 ATK (at M0) to reach her max Core buff, so ATK must be prioritised.
Recommended Bangboo
Endgame mode fit
Excellent for Shiyu Defense: whole-team buffs + healing + dense Quick Assists clear both halves fast and survive boss waves; rated T0.5 for endgame.
Also top-tier in Deadly Assault: sustain + DMG/CRIT DMG buffs push carries past tanky bosses, with double-DPS teams benefiting most; her suitability is rated 'high'.
Skills
Basic Attack4
Basic AttackBasic Attack: "Capriccio"
Press to activate: Perform up to three attacks forward, dealing Ether DMG. During the 3rd-hit, hold to charge, drawing enemies in and expanding the attack range for a stronger attack. After using other skills, hold to initiate the 3rd-hit directly.
Basic Attack: Interlude
While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, press to activate: Release Tremolo forward to attack, dealing Ether DMG. A Quick Assist will be triggered when this skill hits an enemy.
Basic Attack: Chorus
While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, press during a Perfect Dodge to activate: Launch multiple Tremolo attacks at enemies in front, dealing massive Ether DMG. A Quick Assist will be triggered when this skill hits an enemy. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Basic Attack: Finale
While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, hold to activate:Release Tremolo forward to attack, dealing Ether DMG and exit the Idyllic Cadenza state. Upon activation of the skill, it grants the buff from Core Passive: "Graceful Andante".With enough Energy, consumes Energy to follow up with 1 Tremolo and 3 Tone Clusters. This Tremolo attack released is considered an EX Special Attack.
Dodge3
DodgeDodge: "Mini Waltz"
Press to activate: A quick dash dodge. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dash Attack: "Lunar Eclipse Melody"
Press during a dodge to activate: Attack ahead, dealing Ether DMG. When triggered, dragging the allows movement in the corresponding direction.
Dodge Counter: "Umbrella Waltz"
Press during a Perfect Dodge to activate: Attack enemies in front, dealing Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Assist3
AssistQuick Assist: "One Luminous Sky"
When the active character is launched, press to activate: Attack enemies in front, dealing Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Evasive Assist: "Two Hearts"
When the on-field character is about to be attacked, press to activate: Dodges the enemy's attack and activates Vital View. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Assist Follow-Up: "Three Lifetimes of Fate"
Press after an Evasive Assist to activate: Release an energy beam forward, dealing Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Special Attack3
Special AttackSpecial Attack: "Windchimes & Oaths"
Press to activate: Quickly move away, then release Tremolo, dealing Ether DMG, and enter the Idyllic Cadenza state. During activation, dragging the enables movement in the direction held. Hold to charge during activation, drawing enemies in, and follow up with 1 to 4 Tremolos depending on the charge duration. A Quick Assist will be triggered when this skill hits an enemy. Character is invulnerable when quickly moving away.
Idyllic Cadenza
After entering the Idyllic Cadenza state, Astra Yao increases all squad members' DMG by 9% and CRIT DMG by 8.5%. While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, Astra Yao cannot move, but pressing will activate Basic Attack: Interlude, and pressing will activate a dodge. After triggering a Perfect Dodge, press to activate Basic Attack: Chorus. While in this state, Astra Yao's Anti-Interrupt Level is increased, and the DMG she takes is reduced by 40%. After switching to another character, Astra Yao will remain on the field and become Invulnerable. When switching back to her, she will automatically follow up with Special Attack: "Windchimes & Oaths". During this state, hold to activate Basic Attack: Finale, exiting the Idyllic Cadenza state, or hold to exit the Idyllic Cadenza state directly.
Chord
For every 25 Energy, Astra Yao will have 1 Chord. While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, when Astra Yao has Chords, a Quick Assist can be triggered in the following situations: · When the active character's attack hits an enemy, once per 3s. · When the active character's heavy attack hits an enemy, once per 1s. When other squad members switch in through a Quick Assist, Chain Attack, Defensive Assist, or Evasive Assist, Astra Yao will consume 25 Energy and release 1 Tremolo to attack. This Tremolo attack released is considered an EX Special Attack. After triggering a Quick Assist, quickly press to switch characters and trigger a Precise Assist, causing Astra Yao to follow up with 3 Tone Clusters to attack. When other squad members switch in through a Chain Attack, Defensive Assist, or Evasive Assist, it will automatically trigger a Precise Assist.
Chain Attack2
Chain AttackChain Attack: "Tipsy Concerto"
When a Chain Attack is triggered, select the character to activate: Use song to channel energy into a blast, dealing massive Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. After the skill, Astra Yao enters the Idyllic Cadenza state.
Ultimate: "Fantasian Sonata"
When Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press to activate: Use song to channel energy into a blast, dealing massive Ether DMG, and restoring 200 HP to all squad members. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. After the skill, Astra Yao enters the Idyllic Cadenza state. After the skill, the next two Quick Assists will be replaced by Chain Attacks.
Core Skill2
Core SkillCore Passive: "Graceful Andante"
During the Idyllic Cadenza state, when other squad members switch in through a Quick Assist, Chain Attack, Defensive Assist, or Evasive Assist, and when Astra Yao expends Energy to release Tremolo to attack, both Astra Yao and the incoming character's ATK are increased. The increase is equal to 22% of Astra Yao's initial ATK, up to a maximum of 1,200. The effect lasts for 20s and can be extended up to 30s with repeated triggers.
Additional Ability: "Moonlit Frenzy"
When another character in your squad is an Attack or Anomaly character: When Energy is consumed to trigger a Precise Assist or Basic Attack: Finale, Astra Yao will additionally follow up with 1 Tremolo and 3 Tone Clusters.
Skill Coefficients by Level
Basic Attack4
Basic Attack: "Capriccio"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier | 43.8% | 47.8% | 51.8% | 55.8% | 59.8% | 63.8% | 67.8% | 71.8% | 75.8% | 79.8% | 83.8% | 87.8% | 91.8% | 95.8% | 99.8% | 103.8% |
| 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier | 59.1% | 64.5% | 69.9% | 75.3% | 80.7% | 86.1% | 91.5% | 96.9% | 102.3% | 107.7% | 113.1% | 118.5% | 123.9% | 129.3% | 134.7% | 140.1% |
| 3rd-Hit Min DMG Multiplier | 120.9% | 131.9% | 142.9% | 153.9% | 164.9% | 175.9% | 186.9% | 197.9% | 208.9% | 219.9% | 230.9% | 241.9% | 252.9% | 263.9% | 274.9% | 285.9% |
| 3rd-Hit Max DMG Multiplier | 270.7% | 295.4% | 320.1% | 344.8% | 369.5% | 394.2% | 418.9% | 443.6% | 468.3% | 493% | 517.7% | 542.4% | 567.1% | 591.8% | 616.5% | 641.2% |
| 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier | 41.3% | 43.2% | 45.1% | 47% | 48.9% | 50.8% | 52.7% | 54.6% | 56.5% | 58.4% | 60.3% | 62.2% | 64.1% | 66% | 67.9% | 69.8% |
| 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier | 56.4% | 59% | 61.6% | 64.2% | 66.8% | 69.4% | 72% | 74.6% | 77.2% | 79.8% | 82.4% | 85% | 87.6% | 90.2% | 92.8% | 95.4% |
| 3rd-Hit Min Daze Multiplier | 114.8% | 120.1% | 125.4% | 130.7% | 136% | 141.3% | 146.6% | 151.9% | 157.2% | 162.5% | 167.8% | 173.1% | 178.4% | 183.7% | 189% | 194.3% |
| 3rd-Hit Max Daze Multiplier | 219.4% | 229.4% | 239.4% | 249.4% | 259.4% | 269.4% | 279.4% | 289.4% | 299.4% | 309.4% | 319.4% | 329.4% | 339.4% | 349.4% | 359.4% | 369.4% |
Basic Attack: "Interlude"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier | 55% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% | 100% | 105% | 110% | 115% | 120% | 125% | 130% |
| 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier | 55% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% | 100% | 105% | 110% | 115% | 120% | 125% | 130% |
| 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier | 110% | 120% | 130% | 140% | 150% | 160% | 170% | 180% | 190% | 200% | 210% | 220% | 230% | 240% | 250% | 260% |
| 4th-Hit DMG Multiplier | 55% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% | 100% | 105% | 110% | 115% | 120% | 125% | 130% |
| 5th-Hit DMG Multiplier | 110% | 120% | 130% | 140% | 150% | 160% | 170% | 180% | 190% | 200% | 210% | 220% | 230% | 240% | 250% | 260% |
| 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier | 48.4% | 50.5% | 52.8% | 55% | 57.2% | 59.4% | 61.6% | 63.8% | 66% | 68.2% | 70.4% | 72.6% | 74.8% | 77% | 79.2% | 81.4% |
| 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier | 48.4% | 50.5% | 52.8% | 55% | 57.2% | 59.4% | 61.6% | 63.8% | 66% | 68.2% | 70.4% | 72.6% | 74.8% | 77% | 79.2% | 81.4% |
| 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier | 96.8% | 101% | 105.6% | 110% | 114.4% | 118.8% | 123.2% | 127.6% | 132% | 136.4% | 140.8% | 145.2% | 149.6% | 154% | 158.4% | 162.8% |
| 4th-Hit Daze Multiplier | 48.4% | 50.5% | 52.8% | 55% | 57.2% | 59.4% | 61.6% | 63.8% | 66% | 68.2% | 70.4% | 72.6% | 74.8% | 77% | 79.2% | 81.4% |
| 5th-Hit Daze Multiplier | 96.8% | 101% | 105.6% | 110% | 114.4% | 118.8% | 123.2% | 127.6% | 132% | 136.4% | 140.8% | 145.2% | 149.6% | 154% | 158.4% | 162.8% |
Basic Attack: Chorus
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 220% | 240% | 260% | 280% | 300% | 320% | 340% | 360% | 380% | 400% | 420% | 440% | 460% | 480% | 500% | 520% |
| Daze Multiplier | 193.6% | 202% | 211.2% | 220% | 228.8% | 237.6% | 246.4% | 255.2% | 264% | 272.8% | 281.6% | 290.4% | 299.2% | 308% | 316.8% | 325.6% |
Basic Attack: Finale
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 55% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% | 100% | 105% | 110% | 115% | 120% | 125% | 130% |
| Daze Multiplier | 48.4% | 50.5% | 52.8% | 55% | 57.2% | 59.4% | 61.6% | 63.8% | 66% | 68.2% | 70.4% | 72.6% | 74.8% | 77% | 79.2% | 81.4% |
Dodge2
Dash Attack: "Lunar Eclipse Melody"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 80.7% | 88.1% | 95.5% | 102.9% | 110.3% | 117.7% | 125.1% | 132.5% | 139.9% | 147.3% | 154.7% | 162.1% | 169.5% | 176.9% | 184.3% | 191.7% |
| Daze Multiplier | 40.4% | 42.3% | 44.2% | 46.1% | 48% | 49.9% | 51.8% | 53.7% | 55.6% | 57.5% | 59.4% | 61.3% | 63.2% | 65.1% | 67% | 68.9% |
Dodge Counter: "Umbrella Waltz"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 110% | 120% | 130% | 140% | 150% | 160% | 170% | 180% | 190% | 200% | 210% | 220% | 230% | 240% | 250% | 260% |
| Daze Multiplier | 96.8% | 101.1% | 105.6% | 110% | 114.4% | 118.8% | 123.2% | 127.6% | 132% | 136.4% | 140.8% | 145.2% | 149.6% | 154% | 158.4% | 162.8% |
Assist2
Quick Assist: "One Luminous Sky"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 55% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% | 100% | 105% | 110% | 115% | 120% | 125% | 130% |
| Daze Multiplier | 48.4% | 50.5% | 52.8% | 55% | 57.2% | 59.4% | 61.6% | 63.8% | 66% | 68.2% | 70.4% | 72.6% | 74.8% | 77% | 79.2% | 81.4% |
Assist Follow-Up: "Three Lifetimes of Fate"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 304.6% | 332.3% | 360% | 387.7% | 415.4% | 443.1% | 470.8% | 498.5% | 526.2% | 553.9% | 581.6% | 609.3% | 637% | 664.7% | 692.4% | 720.1% |
| Daze Multiplier | 261% | 272.9% | 284.8% | 296.7% | 308.6% | 320.5% | 332.4% | 344.3% | 356.2% | 368.1% | 380% | 391.9% | 403.8% | 415.7% | 427.6% | 439.5% |
Special Attack2
Special Attack: "Windchimes & Oaths"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squad DMG Increase | 9% | 10% | 11% | 12% | 13% | 14% | 15% | 16% | 17% | 18% | 19% | 20% | 21% | 22% | 23% | 24% |
| Squad CRIT DMG Increase | 8.5% | 10% | 11.5% | 13% | 14.5% | 16% | 17.5% | 19% | 20.5% | 22% | 23.5% | 25% | 26.5% | 28% | 29.5% | 31% |
| Minimum DMG Multiplier | 55% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% | 100% | 105% | 110% | 115% | 120% | 125% | 130% |
| Maximum DMG Multiplier | 220% | 240% | 260% | 280% | 300% | 320% | 340% | 360% | 380% | 400% | 420% | 440% | 460% | 480% | 500% | 520 |
| Minimum Daze Multiplier | 48.4% | 50.5% | 52.8% | 55% | 57.2% | 59.4% | 61.6% | 63.8% | 66% | 68.2% | 70.4% | 72.6% | 74.8% | 77% | 79.2% | 81.4% |
| Maximum Daze Multiplier | 193.6% | 202% | 211.2% | 220% | 228.8% | 237.6% | 246.4% | 255.2% | 264% | 272.8% | 281.6% | 290.4% | 299.2% | 308% | 316.8% | 325.6% |
Chord
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Follow-Up Tremolo DMG Multiplier | 46% | 50.1% | 54.4% | 58.6% | 62.8% | 67% | 71.2% | 75.4% | 79.6% | 83.8% | 88% | 92.2% | 96.4% | 100.6% | 104.8% | 109% |
| Follow-Up Tone Cluster DMG Multiplier | 72% | 78.6% | 85.2% | 91.8% | 98.4% | 105% | 111.6% | 118.2% | 124.8% | 131.4% | 138% | 144.6% | 151.2% | 157.8% | 164.4% | 171% |
| Follow-Up Tremolo Daze Multiplier | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Follow-Up Tone Cluster Daze Multiplier | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Energy Cost | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Chain Attack2
Chain Attack: "Tipsy Concerto"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 671.8% | 732.9% | 794% | 855.1% | 916.2% | 977.3% | 1,038.4% | 1,099.5% | 1,160.6% | 1,221.7% | 1,282.8% | 1,343.9% | 1,405% | 1,466.1% | 1,527.2% | 1,588.3% |
| Daze Multiplier | 232.9% | 243.5% | 254.1% | 264.7% | 275.3% | 285.9% | 296.5% | 307.1% | 317.7% | 328.3% | 338.9% | 349.5% | 360.1% | 370.7% | 381.3% | 391.9% |
Ultimate: "Fantasian Sonata"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv.16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 1,959.8% | 2,138% | 2,316.2% | 2,494.4% | 2,672.6% | 2,850.8% | 3,029% | 3,207.1% | 3,385.4% | 3,563.6% | 3,741.8% | 3,920% | 4,098.2% | 4,276.4% | 4,454.6% | 4,632.8% |
| Daze Multiplier | 238.3% | 249.2% | 260.1% | 271% | 281.9% | 292.8% | 303.7% | 314.6% | 325.5% | 336.4% | 347.3% | 358.2% | 369.1% | 380% | 390.9% | 401.8% |
| HP Recovery | 200 | 450 | 700 | 950 | 1,200 | 1,450 | 1,700 | 1,950 | 2,200 | 2,450 | 2,700 | 2,950 | 3,200 | 3,450 | 3,700 | 3,950 |
Core Skill1
Core Passive: "Graceful Andante"
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 (A) | Lv.3 (B) | Lv.4 (C) | Lv.5 (D) | Lv.6 (E) | Lv.7 (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Increased ATK by Astra's ATK Scaling % | 22% | 24% | 26% | 28% | 30% | 32% | 35% |
| Base Energy Regen Rate | - | +0.12/s | - | +0.12/s | - | +0.12/s | - |
| Base ATK | - | - | +25 | - | +25 | - | +25 |
Mindscapes — how far is worth it?
When Astra Yao's attack hits an enemy, the target's All-Attribute RES is reduced by 6%, stacking up to 3 times and lasting 30s. Repeated triggers refresh the duration. Upon entering the battlefield, Astra Yao immediately gains 1,000 Decibels. When activating her Ultimate, all squad members gain 1 stack of Song of Protection for 60s. When attacked by an enemy, consume Song of Protection, granting Invulnerability for 1s. "What is the 12-tone equal temperament?" "12-tone equal temperament is a musical tuning system, just like how children have to line up, sounds need to be in order too." "But sounds probably don't like lining up, just like children!" —Astra Yao's music teacher, recalling when she was six.
The ATK buff from Core Passive: "Graceful Andante" is further increased by 19%, with an increased maximum of 400. While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, when other squad members switch in through a Quick Assist, Chain Attack, Defensive Assist, or Evasive Assist, Astra Yao will additionally follow up with 1 Tremolo and 3 Tone Clusters to attack. This effect can trigger once every 3s. "The shiniest thing in the world is, of course, love!" Just like a bird gathering shiny things for its nest, an artist's inner greed is probably to gather all the love in the world. By gathering all the love, one can create the most beautiful melody.
Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2. A blank musical staff is a set of parallel lines that never intersect, like souls that have never met, quietly waiting for their melodies to intertwine into a song. "Let's fill it with notes! And lots and lots of tied notes. It'll make a fantastic song!" And that's how a new song was created, stretching across 136 bars, all connected with ties...
After activating a Chain Attack or Ultimate, within 15s, Astra Yao can trigger a Quick Assist even if she does not have Chords. When the attack hits an enemy, the interval for triggering a Quick Assist is reduced to 1s. While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, when other squad members enter the field via a Quick Assist, they will receive different buffs based on their specialty, and this effect can be triggered once every 3s for the entire squad: Attack: The next Quick Assist heavy attack on an enemy will deal extra DMG equal to 300% of Astra Yao's ATK; Anomaly: The next Quick Assist will have 50% increased Anomaly Buildup; Stun: The next Quick Assist will inflict 50% increased Daze. One hand hovers over the piano Not sure which note will bring me peace A sad minor key Or gentle melody of longing? I seek your shadow through the score I close my eyes, and see you more Such as the hair upon your nape
Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2. "Eve! I've just realized something huge — both you and Proxy(Wise/Belle) are tall and slim!" "...And your point being...?" "You're both my favorite people!" Astra beamed with joy, as if she had uncovered an earth-shattering secret.
While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, the DMG multiplier for Tremolo and Tone Clusters released or followed up with will increase to 200% of the original, and CRIT Rate is increased by 80%. When triggering a Precise Assist, Astra Yao will automatically follow up with the charged 3rd-hit of Basic Attack: "Capriccio", with a 80% increased CRIT Rate. This effect can trigger once every 10s. The turmoil in the world originates from the solitude of the human heart. If everyone's heart was reciprocated, perhaps all the suffering, sadness, and silence in the world would vanish? If we could weave this connection with song, would all the cracks heal, and all the pain turn into a beautiful melody, filling the silence? At that point, the world would no longer be a lonely island. "This song is dedicated to the world!"
Stats & Materials by Ascension Milestone
| Lv. | Before | After | Materials for this milestone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv.1 | HP: - ATK: - DEF: - [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 692 ATK: 103 DEF: 48 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
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| Lv.10 | HP: 1537 ATK: 156 DEF: 106 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 2012 ATK: 193 DEF: 139 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
Denny ×24,000
Basic Support Certification Seal ×4
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| Lv.20 | HP: 2951 ATK: 253 DEF: 205 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 3426 ATK: 290 DEF: 238 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
Denny ×56,000
Advanced Support Certification Seal ×12
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| Lv.30 | HP: 4366 ATK: 350 DEF: 304 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 4841 ATK: 386 DEF: 337 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
Denny ×120,000
Advanced Support Certification Seal ×20
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| Lv.40 | HP: 5780 ATK: 446 DEF: 402 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 6255 ATK: 483 DEF: 436 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
Denny ×200,000
Ruler Certification Seal ×10
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| Lv.50 | HP: 7194 ATK: 543 DEF: 502 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 7669 ATK: 580 DEF: 535 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
Denny ×400,000
Ruler Certification Seal ×20
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| Lv.60 | HP: - ATK: - DEF: - [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
HP: 8609 ATK: 640 DEF: 600 [Recommended] ATK & Energy Regen: - |
Total materials across the whole ascension path
Materials Needed to Lv60
Total Denny for the character alone (ascension + basic skills + core skill A→F): about 1,706,000 Denny — W-Engine and Drive Discs not included.
Voice Actors & Character Info
Background & Lore
More unlocks as Trust with this character increases in-game.
How to read this build page
Every Agent build page has 4 parts: a stat table by level, W-Engine/Drive Disc suggestions, a Mindscape roadmap, and recommended teams. Read them in that order — stats tell you "what you need", gear tells you "where to get it", Mindscape tells you "is it worth pulling", teams tell you "who to pair with". The section below explains how to read each part, and it applies the same way to every character on the site.
How to read the stat table and level
The stat table shows values at the ascension breakpoints (usually the final one, e.g. Lv60) — these are BASE stats with no gear added, useful for comparing Agents or checking whether you've ascended far enough. CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG are shown separately because they set the damage ceiling once Drive Disc substats stack on top. If your real stats are lower than the table, you likely haven't fully ascended or leveled yet — it's not a build mistake.
Why the W-Engine and Drive Disc picks make sense
Most Agents have a "signature" W-Engine designed for their exact role, plus a few cheaper standard-banner substitutes. Missing the signature isn't a dead end — most Agents keep most of their power with a well-matched substitute, just short by some amount of total damage.
- Drive Disc sets (2pc + 4pc) are picked for the set effect that fits that Agent's playstyle (mono-element, Anomaly, stun, and so on).
- Substats follow a priority that changes by role: Attack-type Agents usually chase CRIT Rate/CRIT DMG before ATK%; Anomaly-type Agents add Anomaly Proficiency to that mix; Stun/Support roles often value survivability or energy stats over pure CRIT.
These weights differ per character — follow the exact substat priority table above rather than applying one formula to every role.
Is Mindscape worth chasing
General rule: M0 (no duplicates) already clears the game's hardest content, even for S-rank Agents. Mindscape is a duplicate-fueled upgrade system, and each level costs more resources for a smaller power gain. For most Agents, the best value stop is usually M1–M2 (where some key effects unlock), while M6 is almost always for players chasing the absolute ceiling, not a requirement. Check the Mindscape section in the table above for that specific Agent's numbers.
Skill priority by role
There's no single order for every Agent, but the general pattern by role is:
- Attack: level the main damage skill first (Basic or Special Attack depending on kit), Dash/Dodge last.
- Stun: prioritize whichever skill builds Daze/Stun fastest, since the stun window is where the whole team dumps damage.
- Support: prioritize buff or energy-generating skills over personal damage — this role's value comes from lifting the whole team.
- Anomaly: prioritize the skill that stacks anomaly buildup, since most of the damage comes from the triggered effect, not the direct hit.
Always level the Core Skill steadily alongside the rest — it's a baseline stat that affects the whole rotation, not just one move.
Where to dig deeper
This section only teaches you how to read the page — for deeper comparisons, use the dedicated tools:
- Tier list to see where this Agent stands against the full roster.
- Teams for full in-game comps, including Bangboo and rotation order.
- Disc score to check how your current gear scores against the benchmark.
Agents of the same attribute
Astra Yao FAQ
What is the best W-Engine for Astra Yao?
Astra Yao performs best with Elegant Vanity. See alternatives and required stats in the Gear section above.
Is Astra Yao worth pulling?
A no-brainer pull if you're short on good supports: she upgrades nearly every team and is a standard piece in most top teams. Her only quirk is needing ~3400 ATK to unlock her full buffs, but that's easy to reach. This is the longest-lasting investment in the game.
What is the best team for Astra Yao?
Astra Yao works best in the Fire Hypercarry team. Full members and rotation are in the Teams section.
Who voices Astra Yao in Zenless Zone Zero?
Astra Yao (faction Stars of Lyra, birthday Jan 31) is voiced according to the official credits published on the HoYoverse Wiki. See the full English/Japanese/Korean/Chinese voice actor list in the "Voice Actors & Character Info" block above — this data is pulled directly from the official wiki, not guessed.
Which Mindscape of Astra Yao is worth investing in?
Astra Yao has 6 Mindscape tiers (M1-M6), each unlocking its own effect detailed in the "Mindscape" block above (official wording). Mindscapes cost Mindscape Cinema currency farmed from limited banners, so weigh it against your budget — F2P players usually stop at M0-M1 and prioritize W-Engine and Drive Discs before pushing Mindscape higher.
How much Denny and how many materials to level Astra Yao to Lv60?
Leveling Astra Yao to max Lv60 (ascension + basic skills to 12 + core skill A→F) costs roughly 1,706,000 Denny, plus role-specific ascension materials, attribute-specific skill chips, high-dimensional data, and weekly boss drops — see the full list with exact quantities in the "Materials Needed" block above, sourced from the game's official leveling tables.
Understand the mechanics behind this
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