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Astra Yao

Astra Yao

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Best Astra Yao Build Guide

Written by Phạm Ngọc Bảo Châu ·

Playstyle Overview

Astra Yao is an Ether Support who fits almost any team. Her Special Attack puts her into Idyllic Cadenza, raising the whole team's DMG and CRIT DMG. When you swap out, Astra stays on the field, and while she has Chords, the active character's hits trigger Quick Assists. Each time a teammate enters through a Quick Assist, Chain Attack or Assist, her Core Passive Graceful Andante boosts both Astra's and the incoming Agent's ATK.

Her Ultimate heals the team and turns the next 2 Quick Assists into Chain Attacks. Prioritize ATK, then Energy Regen. The only real drawback is that your team ends up with just two Agents rotating on the field.

Best W-Engines

1
Elegant VanityS1
Elegant Vanity

ATK 713 · ATK% 30%

Her signature and one of several top choices. You get ATK% to help reach her Core Passive cap, +5 Energy whenever a teammate enters via Quick Assist, Chain Attack or Assist (which happens constantly with Astra), and up to 20% team DMG that stays up indefinitely. Still, the gap to the alternatives is small, so it's a luxury rather than a necessity.
Untold Beauty ›

When any squad member enters the field through a Quick Assist, Chain Attack, Defensive Assist, or Evasive Assist, the equipper gains 5 Energy. This effect can trigger once every 5s. When the equipper consumes 25 or more Energy, the DMG dealt by all squad members increases by 10%, stacking up to 2 times, and lasting 20s. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Only one instance of this effect can exist in the same squad.

*Stats shown are at Base level.

2
Bashful DemonS5
Bashful Demon

ATK 624 · ATK% 25%

Soukaku's signature at S5 is very competitive. It gives ATK% for her Core Passive and a team-wide combat ATK buff (up to 12.8%). Astra gains a stack every time she releases a Tremolo, so it's easy to keep up if you manage Quick Assists well. It lacks Energy, but it's among the most consistent team buffs.
Visage of Greed ›

Increases Ice DMG by 15%. When launching an EX Special Attack, all squad members' ATK increases by 2% for 12s, stacking up to 4 times. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.

*Stats shown are at Base level.

3
Kaboom the CannonS5
Kaboom the Cannon

ATK 624 · Energy Regen 50%

Lucy's signature at S5 is a solid pick. It gives 50% Energy Regen and up to 12% combat ATK for the whole team. The catch is that every member needs to hit the enemy regularly, and it lacks ATK% for her Core Passive cap.
Stampede Accident ›

When any friendly unit in the squad attacks and hits an enemy, all squad member’s ATK increases by 2.5%/2.8%/3.2%/2.6%/4% for 8s, stacking up to 4 times. The duration of each stack is calculated separately, and each friendly unit can provide 1 stack of the buff. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.

4
The VaultS5
The Vault

ATK 624 · Energy Regen 50%

Nicole's signature at S5 is usable. It gives 50% Energy Regen, and when her Chain Attack, Tremolo or Ultimate deals damage, it grants extra Energy plus 24% team DMG against the target. The downside is that it lacks ATK and the effect only lasts 2s, so you need careful timing.
Money-Lover ›

Dealing Ether DMG using an EX Special Attack, Chain Attack, or Ultimate increases all squad members' DMG against the target by 15% and increases the equipper's Energy Regen by 0.5/s for 2s. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.

*Stats are shown at base level

Best Drive Discs

1
4
Astral Voice
4-pc ›
2-piece:

ATK +10%

4-piece:

Whenever any squad member enters the field using a Quick Assist, all squad members gain 1 stack of Astral, up to a maximum of 3 stacks, and lasting 15s. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Each stack of Astral increases the DMG dealt by the character entering the field using a Quick Assist by 8%. Only one of this effect can be active at a time in the same squad.

2
Swing Jazz
2-pc ›
2-piece:

Energy Regen increases +20%

Her best set by a long shot. Astra stacks it quickly through the stream of Quick Assists she creates and keeps it up indefinitely, so it beats 4-piece Swing Jazz in both strength and uptime. Pair it with 2-piece Swing Jazz or Moonlight Lullaby (recommended, both +20% Energy Regen).
2
4
Astral Voice
4-pc ›
2-piece:

ATK +10%

4-piece:

Whenever any squad member enters the field using a Quick Assist, all squad members gain 1 stack of Astral, up to a maximum of 3 stacks, and lasting 15s. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Each stack of Astral increases the DMG dealt by the character entering the field using a Quick Assist by 8%. Only one of this effect can be active at a time in the same squad.

2
Hormone Punk
2-pc ›
2-piece:

ATK +10%

Use 2-piece Hormone Punk (+10% ATK) when your Energy is covered but you still need ATK to reach the roughly 3,430 breakpoint.
3
4
Moonlight Lullaby
4-pc ›
2-piece:

Energy Regen +20%

4-piece:

When the equipper is a Support character and uses an EX Special Attack or Ultimate, the DMG dealt by all squad members increases by 18% for 25s.

Repeated triggers reset the duration. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.

2
Swing Jazz
2-pc ›
2-piece:

Energy Regen increases +20%

Only use it when another teammate already wears Astral Voice (for example Evelyn). It's still a very strong Support set and easy to trigger, giving +18% team DMG for 25s after an EX Special or Ultimate. Pair it with 2-piece Swing Jazz (recommended), or Hormone Punk/Astral Voice for extra ATK.

Best Main Stats

  • Disc 4ATK%
  • Disc 5ATK%
  • Disc 6Energy Regen / ATK% (pick whichever your W-Engine's main stat doesn't give)

Best Sub Stats

  1. 1ATK% (until the ATK breakpoint)
  2. 2Flat ATK
  3. 3CRIT Rate
  4. 4CRIT DMG
  5. 5PEN

Endgame Stats

ATK
3430+ (maxes her Core Passive buff)
Energy Regen
0 – 130% (depends on 2-piece set, disc main stat and W-Engine)
HP
10500+
DEF
800+
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Any amount (CRIT route)
Anomaly Proficiency
Any amount (Anomaly route, instead of CRIT)

Your top priority is reaching about 3,430 ATK so her Core Passive buff is maxed. Use her set, main stats, substats and W-Engine together to get there. After that, grab as much Energy Regen as you can, since more Energy means more Quick Assists. Once those are covered, pick one direction: CRIT, or Anomaly Proficiency for Anomaly teams (replacing CRIT in the substat list). Never mix both.

Skill Priority

  1. Core Skill
  2. ›Special Attack
  3. ›Chain Attack
  4. ›Assist
  5. ›Dodge
  6. ›Basic Attack

Core Skill and Special Attack matter equally. The Core Skill raises her ATK buff, while Special Attack raises the DMG buffs during Idyllic Cadenza. Chain Attack comes next for more Ultimate healing and damage. Assist, Dodge and Basic Attack contribute little, so leave them for last.

Best Teams for Astra Yao

Most Used Teams Right Now

Astra's most used team in both Shiyu Defense and Deadly Assault. Two Electric Attackers share the field while Astra buffs both with almost no field time, which is exactly where she shines in double-DPS teams.
The second most used team. Astra gives Ye Shunguang strong buffs for almost no field time, while Zhao adds healing and ATK buffs.

Generalist Team

A standard DPS team with one Attacker and one Stunner. Astra is a particularly good match for Evelyn because her Ultimate turns Quick Assists into Chain Attacks, which are Evelyn's biggest strength. Lighter boosts Fire DMG heavily. Place Astra right before the Attacker in the squad order for smoother swaps.

Double Support Team

Trigger and Nicole are Astra's best partners for this archetype because both take very little field time, leaving it almost entirely to the DPS. Trigger adds more Daze and damage, while Nicole offers stronger buffs and DEF shred.

Disorder Team

Astra boosts every member's DMG in Anomaly teams, and Miyabi benefits the most since she uses both the DMG and CRIT DMG buffs. You can swap Yanagi for any Anomaly Agent of a different attribute to trigger Disorder.

Rupture Team

Astra supports Rupture Agents well. Her healing activates Pan Yinhu's Core Passive to maximize Sheer Force, and her ATK buff directly raises Yixuan's Sheer DMG.

F2P Team

The Cunning Hares trio with Astra replacing Nicole. Billy can enter through the Chain Attacks granted by Astra's Ultimate instead of Quick Assists.

Best Bangboo for Astra Yao

Pick your Bangboo by team. With Evelyn (two Stars of Lyra members), use Snap. Cryboo, Rocketboo or Avocaboo work as alternatives. The Disorder team with Miyabi and Yanagi uses Agent Gulliver (two Section 6 members), or Booressure, Knightboo and Brawlerboo. The Rupture team with Pan Yinhu and Yixuan uses Belion (two Yunkui Summit members). Devilboo, Paperboo, Resonaboo and Knightboo are other options.

In the F2P team, Avocaboo heals more when a Support is present. Bagboo, Sumoboo and Exploreboo also work.

Skills

Basic Attack: "Capriccio"

Press Basic to activate:

Perform up to three attacks forward, dealing Ether DMG.

During the 3rd-hit, hold Basic to charge, drawing enemies in and expanding the attack range for a stronger attack.

After using other skills, hold Basic to initiate the 3rd-hit directly.

Basic Attack: Interlude

While in the Idyllic Cadenza state, press Basic 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 Basic 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 Basic 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.

Basic Attack: "Capriccio"
1st-Hit DMG Multiplier87.8%
2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier118.5%
3rd-Hit Min DMG Multiplier241.9%
3rd-Hit Max DMG Multiplier542.4%
1st-Hit Daze Multiplier62.2%
2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier85%
3rd-Hit Min Daze Multiplier173.1%
3rd-Hit Max Daze Multiplier329.4%
Basic Attack: "Interlude"
1st-Hit DMG Multiplier110%
2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier110%
3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier220%
4th-Hit DMG Multiplier110%
5th-Hit DMG Multiplier220%
1st-Hit Daze Multiplier72.6%
2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier72.6%
3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier145.2%
4th-Hit Daze Multiplier72.6%
5th-Hit Daze Multiplier145.2%
Basic Attack: Chorus
DMG Multiplier440%
Daze Multiplier290.4%
Basic Attack: Finale
DMG Multiplier110%
Daze Multiplier72.6%

Mindscape Cinema

Which Mindscapes Are Worth It?

If you want to invest further, M2 is the best stopping point. Her Core Passive ATK buff gets stronger and has a higher cap. M1 is great thanks to its All-Attribute RES reduction, and M6 turns Astra into a genuine Sub-DPS. M3 and M5 only add skill levels and are not counted.

  • M1
    Astra's hits reduce enemy All-Attribute RES by up to 18%. She enters combat with 1,000 Decibels, and her Ultimate gives the whole team a one-time brief invulnerability when attacked.
  • M2
    Her Core Passive ATK buff rises by another 19% with a cap 400 higher. Whenever a teammate enters during Idyllic Cadenza, Astra adds an extra Tremolo and follow-up hits, which means stronger buffs and more damage.
  • M4
    After a Chain Attack or Ultimate, Astra can trigger Quick Assists for 15s even without Chords. Agents entering via Quick Assist get a role-based bonus (extra DMG for Attack, Anomaly Buildup for Anomaly, Daze for Stun).
  • M6
    During Idyllic Cadenza, Tremolo and her follow-up hits get double multipliers plus +80% CRIT Rate. This turns Astra into a real Sub-DPS on top of her buffing role.
M1

12-Tone Equal TemperamentRecommended

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.

M2

Art of GreedRecommended

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.

M3

Interwoven Staff Notation

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...

M4

Hair Upon Your NapeRecommended

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

M5

Proxy and Silk String

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.

M6

We Are the WorldRecommended

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!"

Base Stats

Stats at Lv.60

HP
8609
ATK
640
DEF
600
Impact
83
CRIT Rate
5%
CRIT DMG
50%
Anomaly Mastery
93
Anomaly Proficiency
92
PEN Ratio
0%
Energy Regen
1.2

Stats by level

LevelHPATKDEF
169210348
101537156106
10+2012193139
202951253205
20+3426290238
304366350304
30+4841386337
405780446402
40+6255483436
507194543502
50+7669580535
608609640600

Profile

Faction
Stars of Lyra
Gender
Female
Height
176 cm
Birthday
Jan 31
Release version
1.5
Signature W-Engine
Elegant Vanity
Voice actors (English)
To Be Confirmed
Voice actors (Chinese)
小N (Xiao N)
Voice actors (Japanese)
遠藤綾 (Endou Aya)
Voice actors (Korean)
윤아영 (Yoon A-Young)

"This next song is dedicated to the world!"

"It's too late! You're now officially invited to join me on my one-day escape plan. I'm gonna ditch work, run away, and make my way to Reverb Arena!"

"You know, I actually think that being recognized is kinda cool~"

"Every era needs an iconic artist, someone who bears the people's aspirations of that era and brings them hope."

"Good evening, New Eridu! Are you ready? I'm about to hit you with some incredible magic!"

Story

Agent Profile: Astra Yao

Astra Yao is widely regarded as Ridu's most iconic singer. With her extraordinary voice, stage presence, and songwriting talent, she has led the musical trends of an entire era. "If music is the resonance of the soul, then Astra Yao is the spark that ignites it all," said one famous music critic.

As brilliant as she is, Astra remains remarkably sincere and pure. On stage, her voice resonates deeply with the audience, which has allowed her to amass a large and loyal fanbase known as her "Astranauts." Of course, Astra's brilliance wouldn't be possible without the careful protection of her manager, Evelyn. Offstage, she appears to be just a cute, hapless girl who depends on Evelyn in her daily life, and on Wise and Belle in the Hollows.

"If I tickled Eous, would it make you laugh?" Astra asked curiously while lifting the Proxy, who was linked via the HDD system.

She seems to have a particular fondness for Eous. Contemplation: Human emotions are indeed an interesting subject. It's still hard to determine whether Astra likes Eous because of the owner, or whether she likes the owner because of Eous.

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Astra is particularly fond of Random Play. However, her whereabouts are closely monitored. For now, it seems she can still use an excuse like, "The store offers rare versions of old movies, and I've got such good taste in movies, so of course I'd love it!" But being the biggest celebrity in Ridu, such frequent visits to a video rental store are not exactly conducive to keeping our identity under wraps. But, who cares about that! If our identity gets exposed, so be it — Astra can't not come. Contemplation: Creating various situations to bring Astra and Master together is a great way to win the Master's favor.

Hồ Sơ Người Đại Diện: Astra Yao (Phần 1)

Astra đặc biệt yêu thích "Random Play". Nhưng hành tung của cô luôn bị nhiều phía để ý, hiện tại dường như vẫn có thể mượn lý do "Đây là một cửa tiệm có thể cung cấp nhiều bộ phim cũ quý hiếm, Astra rất có gu trong việc chọn phim, dĩ nhiên là phải thích rồi!" để lấp liếm cho qua. Nhưng dù sao cũng là đại minh tinh của Ridu, xuất hiện trong tiệm băng hình thường xuyên như vậy rất bất lợi cho việc che giấu thân phận. Nhưng, ai thèm quan tâm chứ? Thân phận bại lộ thì cứ bại lộ đi, Astra không thể không đến. Suy nghĩ: Tạo ra các tình huống kết nối Astra và chủ nhân, là một cách hay để lấy lòng chủ nhân.

Hồ Sơ Người Đại Diện: Astra Yao (Phần 2)

Astra Yao là một "diva hàng đầu của Ridu" được mọi người công nhận, nhờ vào chất giọng siêu phàm, khả năng lan tỏa trên sân khấu và tài sáng tác tuyệt vời mà cô đã dẫn đầu trào lưu âm nhạc của cả một thời đại. "Nếu âm nhạc là sự cộng hưởng của tâm hồn, vậy thì Astra Yao chính là pháo hóa thắp sáng tất cả mọi thứ." Một nhà phê bình nổi tiếng đã từng bình luận về cô như vậy. Dù rực rỡ như thế, nhưng Astra Yao vẫn luôn giữ trọn sự chân thành và thuần khiết đáng quý. Trên sân khấu, tiếng hát của cô trực tiếp đi thẳng vào trái tim mỗi người, chính đặc trưng này đã khiến cô sở hữu một cộng đồng fan hâm mộ trung thành hùng hậu mang tên "Astranaut". Tất nhiên, hào quang của Astra Yao cũng không thể thiếu đi sự bảo vệ tận tình của người quản lý Evelyn. Còn bên dưới sân khấu, cô dường như chỉ là một cô gái đáng yêu thích dựa dẫm vào Evelyn trong cuộc sống, và dựa dẫm vào Wise và Belle khi ở trong Lỗ Hổng. "Bây giờ nếu tôi thọc lét Eous thì cô/cậu sẽ bật cười chứ?" - ôm lấy Người Kết Nối liên kết thông qua hệ thống H.D.D, Astra tò mò hỏi. Dường như cực kỳ yêu mến Eous. Suy nghĩ: Cảm xúc của con người đúng là một chủ đề thú vị. Rốt cuộc Astra Yao là vì Eous nên mến luôn chủ nhân, hay vì chủ nhân nên yêu mến Eous, điều này không thể phán đoán được.

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