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Estella Best Build Guide - Weapons, Gear & Teams

Complete progression guide from level 1 to 80+ with BiS weapons, gear sets, and team compositions

Updated: 5/18/2026 | BiS + F2P Options
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Estella Best Build - Quick Summary

Best Weapon
Valiant
R9 Cryo Polearm - BiS
Best Gear Set
Eternal Xiranite
Set - It needs to be played in a solidification oriented...
Best Team
Estella + Yvonne + Xaihi + Alesh
Cryo DPS composition

Skill Priority

Battle Skill → Ultimate → Combo Skill → Normal Attack

Battle Skill provides Cryo application. Ultimate gives team-wide buffs. Combo Skill triggers easily on Final Strike.

Best Team Compositions

Recommended Cryo Team
Yvonne
DPS
Xaihi
Support
Estella
Cryo Sub-DPS
Alesh
Support
4★ Sub-DPS Cryo Polearm

Premier Physical Debuffer for low-spec teams. Applies Physical Susceptibility to enemies through the Solidification mechanic. Her Combo Skill triggers on Solidified enemies to debuff targets, while her Ultimate applies Lift to enemies already affected by Physical Susceptibility. Can spam skills to maintain high rotation speed.

Build Focus

Will, Physical DMG, Combo Skill DMG, Ultimate Gain Efficiency. Focus on high rotation speed and low downtime for Physical Susceptibility application

Skill Priority

Combo Skill > Ultimate > Battle Skill > Basic Attack

Playstyle

Apply Cryo Infliction with Battle Skill, wait for Solidification to trigger from teammate, use Combo Skill on Solidified enemies to apply Physical Susceptibility. Ultimate applies Lift to enemies with Physical Susceptibility. Focus on Combo Skill timing for maximum debuff application.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Valiant 6★ (BiS) or Aggeloslayer 4★ + basic gear

Mid Game

Valiant 6★ or OBJ Razorhorn 5★ + Aburrey's Legacy 3pc

Late Game

Valiant 6★ + Type 50 Yinglung 3pc / Eternal Xiranite 3pc

Endgame

Valiant 6★ (maxed) + Type 50 Yinglung 3pc or Eternal Xiranite 3pc

Max Level

Valiant R9 (BiS) + Type 50 Yinglung 3pc (BiS) or Eternal Xiranite 3pc (support)

early_game 1-20

Authority Unlocks
  • • Basic gear unlocked at level 10
  • • Focus on story progression and learning Solidification mechanics

Weapons

BiS Valiant 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Agility
Effect
ATK +28%. After the wielder applies Physical Statuses, the wielder also deals another hit of Physical DMG equal to 336% of the wielder's ATK.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best weapon for Estella per operator-builds.json (103.6% DPS). Physical Status extra hit synergizes with her Physical Susceptibility application.
F2P Aggeloslayer 4★ Polearm
Base ATK
341
Substat
Will
Effect
When the wielder's battle skill hits the enemy, ATK +33.6% for 20s.
Source: Exploration (Crates)
Why: Solid 4-star alternative. ATK buff helps with early damage.
Note: Use if Valiant isn't available

Gear Sets

Best in Slot AIC Light (3pc) Tier 1 Green
HP +500
When the wearer defeats an enemy, ATK +20 for 5s
Why this set?

Available from start. Kill-based ATK provides burst damage for early content.

Recommended: AIC Light Armor + AIC Gloves + AIC Headset
Available Pieces: AIC Light Armor, AIC Gloves, AIC Headset
Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Amethyst Component

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
WillPhysical DMG
Sub Stats
ATK%Combo Skill DMG
Next Milestone: Reach level 20 for first breakthrough

mid_game 20-40

Authority Unlocks
  • • Authority 25+ unlocks Tier 1 gear sets
  • • First breakthrough at level 20

Weapons

BiS Valiant 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Agility
Effect
ATK +28%. After the wielder applies Physical Statuses, the wielder also deals another hit of Physical DMG equal to 336% of the wielder's ATK.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best weapon for Estella (103.6% DPS per operator-builds.json). Physical Status trigger synergizes with her Physical Susceptibility application.
Cost: High - Arsenal Exchange
F2P OBJ Razorhorn 5★ Polearm
Base ATK
411
Substat
Will
Effect
To enemies with Cryo Infliction or Solidification, the wielder gains DMG Dealt +22.4%. After consuming Solidification, ATK +33.6% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange / Stock Redistribution
Why: Strong 5-star alternative (101.1% DPS). Synergizes with Solidification mechanic.
Note: Best 5-star option if Valiant isn't available

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Aburrey's Legacy (3pc) Tier 2 Purple
Skill DMG +24%
+5% ATK per skill type, up to +15% total
Why this set?

Best mid-game set. Skill DMG boost helps Estella's skills hit harder. ATK buff provides consistent damage.

Available Pieces: Aburrey Light Armor, Aburrey Gauntlets, Aburrey Flashlight
Source: Authority Level rewards (unlocks at level 50)
Alternative AIC Light (3pc) Tier 1
HP +500
When the wearer defeats an enemy, ATK +20 for 5s

Continue using from early game if Aburrey's Legacy isn't available yet.

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
WillPhysical DMGCombo Skill DMG
Sub Stats
ATK%Ultimate Gain Efficiency

Crafting Focus

  • • Amethyst Components for AIC/Aburrey gear
  • • Weapon EXP for weapon upgrades
Skip These
  • ✗ Tier 3 gear (wait until level 60)
  • ✗ 6-star weapon materials
Next Milestone: Reach level 40 for second breakthrough and Tier 2 Purple sets

late_game 40-60

Authority Unlocks
  • • Authority 40+ unlocks advanced content
  • • Tier 2 Purple gear sets fully available

Weapons

BiS Valiant 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Agility
Effect
ATK +28%. After the wielder applies Physical Statuses, the wielder also deals another hit of Physical DMG equal to 336% of the wielder's ATK.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best weapon for Estella throughout all game stages (103.6% DPS). Physical Status extra hit synergizes with her kit.
Investment: Worth the investment for Physical team compositions
Cost: High
F2P OBJ Razorhorn 5★ Polearm
Base ATK
411
Substat
Will
Effect
To enemies with Cryo Infliction or Solidification, the wielder gains DMG Dealt +22.4%. After consuming Solidification, ATK +33.6% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange / Stock Redistribution
Why: Strong 5-star option (101.1% DPS). Solidification synergy is valuable.
Note: Best 5-star upgrade path when available

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Type 50 Yinglung (3pc) Tier 3 Gold
ATK +15%
When any operator in the team casts a battle skill, the wearer gains 1 stack of Yinglung's Edge that gives DMG +20% to the wearer's next combo skill. Can stack 3 times.
Why this set?

Best gear for Estella. Combo Skill damage boost directly scales with her main damage source.

Recommended: Type 50 Yinglung Light Armor + Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets + Type 50 Yinglung Radar
Available Pieces: Type 50 Yinglung Light Armor, Type 50 Yinglung Gloves, Type 50 Yinglung Radar
Source: Wuling City - Bureau of Swordmancers
Alternative Eternal Xiranite (3pc) Tier 3
HP +1000
After the wearer applies Amp, Protected, Susceptibility, or Weakened, other teammates also gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s.

Best for support-focused Estella builds. Team damage buff on Susceptibility application.

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
WillPhysical DMGCombo Skill DMG
Sub Stats
ATK%Ultimate Gain EfficiencyCritical Rate
Next Milestone: Reach level 60 for third breakthrough and Tier 3 Gold gear

endgame 60-80

Weapons

BiS Valiant 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Agility
Effect
ATK +28%. After the wielder applies Physical Statuses, the wielder also deals another hit of Physical DMG equal to 336% of the wielder's ATK.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: BiS weapon for Estella (103.6% DPS per operator-builds.json). Physical Status extra hit synergizes with her kit.
Cost: High - Focus on refinement
F2P OBJ Razorhorn 5★ Polearm
Base ATK
411
Substat
Will
Effect
To enemies with Cryo Infliction or Solidification, the wielder gains DMG Dealt +22.4%. After consuming Solidification, ATK +33.6% for 15s.
Source: Arsenal Exchange / Stock Redistribution
Why: Strong 5-star option (101.1% DPS). Solidification synergy is valuable.
Note: Best 5-star option if 6-stars aren't available
Premium JET 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Intellect
Effect
Arts DMG Dealt +33.6%. When the wielder casts a battle skill, the wielder gains Arts DMG Dealt +33.6% for 15s. When the wielder casts a combo skill, Arts DMG Dealt +33.6% for 15s. The two effects apply separately and do not stack with themselves.
Why: Strong 6-star alternative (103.1% DPS at R9). Arts Skill DMG boost scales with her skill rotations.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Type 50 Yinglung (3pc) Tier 3 Gold
ATK +15%
When any operator in the team casts a battle skill, the wearer gains 1 stack of Yinglung's Edge that gives DMG +20% to the wearer's next combo skill. Can stack 3 times.
Why this set?

BiS for damage-focused Estella builds

Complete Build
armor: Type 50 Yinglung Light Armor
gloves: Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets
kit1: Type 50 Yinglung Radar
kit2: Type 50 Yinglung Radar
Source: Wuling City - Bureau of Swordmancers
Alternative Eternal Xiranite (3pc) Tier 3
HP +1000
After the wearer applies Susceptibility, other teammates also gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s.

Best for support-focused builds

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
WillPhysical DMGCombo Skill DMG
Sub Stats
ATK%Ultimate Gain EfficiencyCritical Rate
Next Milestone: Reach level 80 for max level

max 80+

Weapons

BiS Valiant 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Agility
Refinement
Max refinement for additional extra hit damage
Effect
ATK +28%. After the wielder applies Physical Statuses, the wielder also deals another hit of Physical DMG equal to 336% of the wielder's ATK.
Source: Arsenal Exchange
Why: Best weapon for Estella (103.6% DPS per operator-builds.json). Physical Status extra hit synergizes with her kit.
F2P Max OBJ Razorhorn 5★ Polearm
Effect
To enemies with Cryo Infliction or Solidification, the wielder gains DMG Dealt +22.4%. After consuming Solidification, ATK +33.6% for 15s.
Why: Best 5-star option (101.1% DPS). Solidification synergy is valuable.
Note: Best F2P option for damage-focused builds
Premium JET 6★ Polearm
Base ATK
495
Substat
Intellect
Refinement
Max refinement for maximum Arts DMG
Effect
Arts DMG Dealt +33.6%. When the wielder casts a battle skill, the wielder gains Arts DMG Dealt +33.6% for 15s. When the wielder casts a combo skill, Arts DMG Dealt +33.6% for 15s. The two effects apply separately and do not stack with themselves.
Why: Strong 6-star alternative (103.1% DPS at R9). Arts Skill DMG boost scales with her skill rotations.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Type 50 Yinglung (3pc) Tier 3 Gold
ATK +15%
When any operator in the team casts a battle skill, the wearer gains 1 stack of Yinglung's Edge that gives DMG +20% to the wearer's next combo skill. Can stack 3 times.
Why this set?

BiS for Estella. Combo Skill DMG focus maximizes her damage output.

Complete Build
armor: Type 50 Yinglung Light Armor (Will +87, All Skill DMG +13.8%)
gloves: Swordmancer TAC Gauntlets (Physical DMG +19.2%)
kit1: Type 50 Yinglung Radar (Physical DMG +23%)
kit2: Type 50 Yinglung Radar (Combo Skill DMG +41.4%)
Source:
Alternative Eternal Xiranite (3pc) Tier 3
HP +1000
After the wearer applies Susceptibility, other teammates also gain DMG Dealt +16% for 15s.

Best for support-focused builds. Team damage buff on Susceptibility application.

F2P Option Aburrey's Legacy + Off-piece (3pc + 1 off-piece)
Skill DMG +24%
+5% ATK per skill type, up to +15% total

Best F2P option. Use Bonekrusha off-piece for additional Combo Skill damage.

Tip: Use until better gear is obtained

Complete Build
armor: Aburrey Light Armor (Ultimate Gain Efficiency +8.8%)
gloves: Aburrey Gauntlets (DMG Bonus vs Staggered +24.5%)
kit1: Aburrey Flashlight (Ultimate Gain Efficiency +17.5%)
kit2: Bonekrusha Poncho (Combo Skill DMG +20.7%) - Off-piece

Stat Priorities

Main Stats
WillPhysical DMGCombo Skill DMG
Sub Stats
ATK%Ultimate Gain EfficiencyCritical Rate

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (apply Cryo Infliction) → Wait for teammate to trigger Solidification → Combo Skill (apply Physical Susceptibility) → Ultimate (apply Lift to Susceptibility targets) → Repeat

Timing

Use Combo Skill immediately when Solidification triggers to maximize damage and apply Physical Susceptibility. Save Ultimate for after Physical Susceptibility is applied to extend Lift duration value.

Quick Reference
Min-Max Tips
1.

Valiant is Estella's BiS - the Physical Status extra hit synergizes perfectly with her kit

2.

Position Estella to hit multiple enemies with her Battle Skill for maximum Cryo Infliction spread

3.

Coordinate with teammates who can trigger Solidification (Alesh, Snowshine) for faster Combo Skill triggers

4.

Type 50 Yinglung set bonus stacks with team Battle Skill usage - pair with Battle Skill-heavy teams

Estella Build FAQ

What is Estella's best weapon?
Valiant (6★) is Estella's BiS at 103.6% DPS per operator-builds.json. The Physical Status extra hit synergizes perfectly with her Physical Susceptibility application. For F2P, OBJ Razorhorn (5★) is excellent at 101.1% DPS with Solidification synergy.
What gear set should Estella use?
Type 50 Yinglung 3pc (Gold) is BiS for damage-focused builds - provides ATK +15% and up to 60% Combo Skill DMG bonus. For support builds, Eternal Xiranite 3pc provides team-wide DMG +16% on Susceptibility application. F2P option: Aburrey's Legacy 3pc.
Is Estella worth building?
Yes for Physical teams - she's the premier Physical debuffer applying Physical Susceptibility through Solidification mechanics. Her Combo Skill triggers on Solidified enemies and Ultimate extends Lift duration. Excellent for low-spec teams needing damage amplification.
What is Estella's skill priority?
Combo Skill > Ultimate > Battle Skill > Basic Attack. Prioritize Combo Skill for Physical Susceptibility application on Solidified enemies. Ultimate applies Lift to Susceptibility targets. Battle Skill applies Cryo Infliction to enable Solidification.

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