Character Overview
Ciaccona is a 5-star Aero Pistols Sub-DPS who combines musical buffs with ranged Aero damage. She provides unique utility through her melody system that enhances team performance.
Her unique mechanic revolves around Wind Melody, which sets her apart as a versatile sub-dps. Mastering this mechanic is key to maximizing her potential in combat.
Ciaccona excels in both Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes content, providing consistent performance with strong team synergy.
Skill Priority
| Skill | Priority | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Resonance Skill | 5/5 | Melody application. |
| Forte Circuit | 4/5 | Buff enhancements. |
| Resonance Liberation | 4/5 | Team buff burst. |
| Normal Attack | 3/5 | Ranged DPS. |
| Intro Skill | 2/5 | Entry buff. |
Skills & Abilities
Basic Attack
Perform up to 4 consecutive attacks dealing Aero DMG. The fourth hit deals increased damage and applies Aero Frazzle.
| Stage | Damage (Lv.90) |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | 62.0% ATK |
| Stage 2 | 67.0% ATK |
| Stage 3 | 47.0% x 2 ATK |
| Stage 4 | 142.0% ATK + Frazzle |
| Heavy Attack | 97.0% ATK |
| Dodge Counter | 82.0% ATK x 2 |
Resonance Skill
Unleash a powerful aero attack, dealing Aero DMG and applying Aero Frazzle to enemies. Generates Concerto Energy on hit.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 152.0% + 172.0% ATK |
| Aero Frazzle | 2 stacks applied |
| Concerto Regen | 12 |
| Cooldown | 10-12s |
Resonance Liberation
Unleash the full power of Aero, dealing massive Aero DMG to all nearby enemies. This is Ciaccona's primary burst damage source.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Base DMG | 352.0% ATK |
| Area | Large AoE |
| Energy Cost | 125 |
| Cooldown | 20s |
Forte Circuit: Wind Melody
Ciaccona's core mechanic. Wind Melody enhances her combat capabilities and provides unique buffs that synergize with her aero kit.
| Mechanic | Effect |
|---|---|
| Mechanic | Wind Melody stacks/buffs |
| Max Effect | +15% Aero DMG Bonus |
| Duration | 15-25s (varies) |
Inherent Skills
| Skill | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aero Mastery | +20% Aero DMG Bonus for 15s after casting Liberation. |
| Combat Focus | +10% ATK when Aero Frazzle is applied to enemies. |
| Team Buff | +15% Aero DMG for the team when Ciaccona is active. |
| Frazzle Expert | +25% Aero Frazzle damage when enemies are afflicted. |
Best Weapons
Pistols of Night
Effect - Pistols's Power:
ATK increased by 12%. When dealing Aero DMG, gain stacking buffs that increase Aero DMG Bonus (max 14 stacks, lasts 12s).
Why Best: ATK% buffs.
Thunderbolt
Effect - Thunderbolt's Power:
ATK increased by 12%. When dealing Aero DMG, gain stacking buffs that increase Aero DMG Bonus (max 14 stacks, lasts 12s).
Alternative: Crit Rate.
Novice Pistols
Effect - Novice's Power:
ATK increased by 12%. When dealing Aero DMG, gain stacking buffs that increase Aero DMG Bonus (max 14 stacks, lasts 12s).
Alternative: Craftable.
Best Echo Build
Sonata Effect: Sierra Gale
2-piece: Aero DMG +10%
5-piece: When hitting a target with Aero Frazzle, increase Crit Rate by 10% and grant 30% Aero DMG Bonus, lasting for 10s.
Main Echo: Sierra (or Alternative Echo)
Sierra is the best main echo for Ciaccona, providing Aero DMG Bonus and ATK% buffs that synergize with her kit.
Echo Stats Priority
| Cost | Main Stat Priority |
|---|---|
| 4-COST | Crit Rate / Crit DMG |
| 3-COST | Aero DMG Bonus |
| 1-COST | ATK% |
Substats Priority
| Priority | Stat | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CRIT Rate | Essential |
| 2 | CRIT DMG | Essential |
| 3 | ATK% | High |
| 4 | Aero DMG Bonus | Medium |
| 5 | Energy Regen | Low-Medium |
Best Team Compositions
F2P
Strategy: Aero synergy.
Double Aero
Strategy: Aero resonance.
Rotation Guide
- Start with support/healer: Cast Resonance Skill to apply buffs, build Concerto Energy.
- Swap to sub-DPS: Apply elemental reactions and generate Concerto.
- Swap to Ciaccona (Intro): Apply Aero Frazzle and gain initial buffs.
- Build resources: Use Normal Attacks and Skills to build energy/buffs.
- Cast Liberation: Unleash burst damage at optimal timing.
- Maintain DPS: Continue attacking during buff windows.
- Swap out: Trigger Outro skill, switch to support to restart cycle.
Tip: Always time your Liberation with full buffs for maximum damage output. Maintain Aero Frazzle on enemies for consistent damage.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sub-dps with good damage output
- Scales well with investment and Resonance Chains
- Good team synergy with aero resonance
- Flexible team building options
- Performs well in endgame content
Cons
- Requires proper rotation timing for optimal performance
- Energy management important for Liberation uptime
- Performance improves significantly with signature weapon
- Team dependent for maximum potential
Resonance Chain (Constellations)
| Sequence | Name | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| S1 | First Light | Melody duration +3s |
| S2 | Radiant Power | Aero DMG +15% |
| S3 | Ascended Might | Buff potency +20% |
| S4 | Golden Grace | Can stack 2 melodies |
| S5 | Crown of Glory | Crit Rate +20% |
| S6 | Eternal Legacy | Melodies also grant 30% energy regen |
Value Assessment: S1 and S2 provide the biggest power spikes. S6 is powerful but luxury. S0 Ciaccona is already a solid character.
Character Comparison
| Aspect | Ciaccona | Jinhsi | Carlotta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Ciaccona | Aero | Spectro |
| Weapon | Ciaccona | Pistols | Broadblade |
| Role | Ciaccona | Sub-DPS | Main DPS |
| Complexity | Ciaccona | Medium | Medium |
| S0 Power | Ciaccona | A | SS |
| Team Flexibility | Ciaccona | High | High |