Serval
Who is Serval?
Serval is a 4★ Lightning AoE DPS following the Erudition Path. She applies Shock (Lightning DoT) and deals AoE Lightning DMG, with a Talent that extends Shock on all enemies whenever she uses her Ultimate. She gained a new niche in version 3.x as an Erudition Energy-generator for The Herta teams — using Eagle of Twilight Line and Passkey to spam Ultimates for stack generation. Source: prydwen.gg, game8.co.
Kit Summary
Deals Lightning DMG to a target and adjacent enemies; applies Shock.
Deals Lightning DMG to all enemies; extends Shock duration on every enemy currently Shocked.
When Serval defeats an enemy, all enemies take additional Lightning DMG.
AoE Shock DoT DPS and Erudition stack generator for The Herta teams.
Build Guide
🔮 Best Relic / Echo Set
DPS role: 4pc Band of Sizzling Thunder (Lightning DMG + ATK after Skill) + Firmament Frontline: Glamoth (planar, ATK + DMG at high SPD). The Herta support role: 4pc Eagle of Twilight Line (action advance after Ultimate) + Sprightly Vonwacq (SPD-focused stack generator).
⚔ Best Light Cone / Weapon
Passkey (4★ Erudition, Skill Point + Charge — best for The Herta support role) or Geniuses' Repose (4★ Erudition, CRIT DMG on kill — DPS role)
📊 Substats Priority
👥 Best Teams
The Herta + Serval + Robin/Tribbie + sustain (Erudition stack-generator role).
Serval + any AoE team as budget Lightning DPS in Pure Fiction.
F2P Verdict
Standard pool. Her E2 adds a bonus Lightning hit when using Skill; E6 allows Shock to be applied from the start of battle via Technique. Worth getting a few Eidolons if using her as The Herta's Erudition partner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I build Serval for The Herta?
Yes, if you own The Herta and have no other Erudition 5★ — Serval using Passkey and Eagle of Twilight Line acts as a fast Energy-generator who provides stacks through Ultimate spam.
Is Serval good as a standalone DPS?
Adequate for Pure Fiction and early Memory of Chaos with her AoE Shock, but she cannot match the output of dedicated 5★ DPS units in sustained single-target endgame.