Daffodil
Who is Daffodil?
Daffodil is a T0.5 Chaos-attribute Sub DPS and breaker — the only Chaos character in NTE with access to both Nova (Chaos + Psyche) and Scorch (Chaos + Incantation) reactions, while also benefiting from Discord (Chaos + Psyche + Incantation). This triple-reaction coverage guarantees her a slot in any of those team compositions. Prydwen notes she "requires one dupe (A5) to truly come online as a powerhouse" — before A5 her output lags behind her potential. Her Phantom Step mechanic deals high damage and instantly charges Finale on a successful Parry, making her a burst opener every time she swaps in.
Kit Summary
Auto-casts when Daffodil is switched in from bench. Deals high Chaos DMG + Break, and instantly charges Finale to full on a successful parry.
Charged burst ability fueled by Phantom Step's parry — a powerful burst damage window.
Chaos attribute enables Scorch (+ Incantation), Nova (+ Psyche), and Discord (+ Psyche + Incantation) — broadest reaction coverage of any launch character.
Critical upgrade that significantly increases output and makes her rotation more consistent.
Low field time after Phantom Step opener — efficient and team-neutral.
Build Guide
🔮 Best Relic / Echo Set
Diabolos (best-in-slot): Chaos DMG +10% and ignores up to 24% enemy Chaos RES after Nova or Scorch reactions — a damage multiplier that feeds directly into her reaction-focused role. Module layout: Stack Type III modules for maximum Chaos DMG bonus.
⚔ Best Light Cone / Weapon
Black Tome (signature Arc): Summons Black Tome for 20s; designates an enemy every 5s; increases Chaos DMG to designated enemies by 20%; deals Chaos DMG equal to 200% ATK on Break Damage. Best-in-slot for break-heavy builds. Youthful Fantasy (alternative): Increases Break Intensity by 60–88 at refinements A1–A5; deals Chaos DMG during Break. Strong F2P-accessible option.
📊 Substats Priority
👥 Best Teams
Scorch team: Daffodil + Baicang + Sakiri + Adler — cycle all Incantation units with Daffodil (Chaos) to stack and maintain Scorch; Sakiri amplifies DoT; Adler provides Break Intensity + shield.
Nova/Discord team: Daffodil + Aurelia + Haniel + Adler — Chaos + Psyche = Nova; adding Adler's Incantation triggers Discord (triple reaction).
F2P Verdict
Daffodil is a limited S-rank. The A5 dupe is the priority investment — her output lags noticeably without it. F2P players should plan pulls to reach A5. Her F2P Arc (Youthful Fantasy) is a strong alternative to Black Tome and provides meaningful Break Intensity — prioritize this if the Signature Arc is out of reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Daffodil unique?
She is the only Chaos character in NTE 1.0 with access to all three Chaos-based reactions: Scorch (Chaos + Incantation), Nova (Chaos + Psyche), and Discord (Chaos + Psyche + Incantation). No other character covers this many reactions, guaranteeing her a slot in any of those team archetypes.
How does Phantom Step work?
Phantom Step auto-triggers when Daffodil is switched in from the bench during battle. It deals high Chaos DMG and Break damage, and if it successfully lands a parry on the target, Finale is instantly charged to full — enabling an immediate burst follow-up. This makes her an explosive swap-in opener.
Is A5 mandatory?
Not mandatory, but A5 is the significant power threshold. Before A5, her output falls behind expectations for a limited S-rank. After A5 her kit is more consistent and deals substantially more damage. If pulling Daffodil, plan to reach A5.