Medicine Pocket
Who is Medicine Pocket?
Medicine Pocket (MedPoc) is a 6-star Beast-afflatus Healer and one of the most versatile sustain characters in R:1999. They combine strong mass healing, [Sturdiness] shields, and a universal +20% DMG Taken debuff — the last of which provides offensive utility most healers lack. Their Euphoria upgrade shifts the optimal build toward ATK and Lost HP scaling and unlocks synergy with Bloodtithe teams, where they provide passive healing, Crit debuffs, and keep HP levels balanced safely. Prydwen rates them as the baseline for a decent healer and uses them as the sustain standard in their tier rankings.
Kit Summary
Heals all allies for HP + (ATK × 200%). Post-Euphoria, healing scales off ATK and Lost HP — rewards building ATK.
Grants all allies 1 stack of [Sturdiness]. When an ally with [Sturdiness] is attacked, they take DMG Taken Reduction +25% and the stack is removed. Applied alongside mass healing for reliable front-loaded protection.
Single-target offensive debuff that increases an enemy's DMG Taken by +20% — a rare offensive contribution from a healer slot.
Gains bonus Crit debuff application, strengthening synergy with Crit-oriented teams.
Provides passive healing output that keeps HP levels in the safe zone while Bloodtithe mechanics drain and recover HP — prydwen notes "MedPoc(E) helps keep the team safe between HP states, providing healing and shielding equally."
Equanimity resonance pattern recommended — provides both ATK and HP as well as DMG Taken Reduction, Critical Resist Rate, and DEF bulk.
Build Guide
🔮 Best Relic / Echo Set
Equanimity resonance pattern: provides both ATK and HP, plus Critical Resist Rate, DMG Taken Reduction, and higher DEF stats — covers all their survival and healing needs in one build. Pre-Euphoria: That Inquisitive Dear psychube pairs with Equanimity for maximum healing output.
⚔ Best Light Cone / Weapon
That Inquisitive Dear (pre-Euphoria BiS, prydwen): 18% Healing Done is great, and their skill 1 can trigger the extra healing passive on debuff application. Cracks in the Shell (post-Euphoria, Ultimate/Bloodtithe teams): 12–24% Healing Bonus + provides 1.2–2.4% Critical DMG to the whole team for 3 rounds every time Medicine Pocket is attacked — uniquely synergises with Bloodtithe's HP-drain loops. Beyond Wonderland (post-Euphoria, Bloodtithe teams): 16% HP synergises with Bloodtithe; 7–21% Critical Rate and 12% Healing Done add offensive and sustain value simultaneously.
📊 Substats Priority
👥 Best Teams
Moxie/Ultimate core: Centurion + Melania + Getian + Medicine Pocket — prydwen's recommended team. Medicine Pocket provides the sustain layer with passive healing, [Sturdiness] shields, and bonus Crit debuffs to support the high-output offensive core.
Bloodtithe support: Eternity + Semmelweis + Pickles(E) + Medicine Pocket(E) — MedPoc keeps the team safe between HP state swings in Bloodtithe loops.
Universal sustain slot: Their +20% DMG Taken debuff makes them usable as the healer in virtually any composition.
F2P Verdict
Medicine Pocket is a limited 6-star but has likely had reruns. That Inquisitive Dear (pre-Euphoria BiS) and Laughter and Laughter are accessible alternatives. Their +20% DMG Taken debuff delivers offensive value without any additional team investment, making them one of the most F2P-friendly healers to build and use — their contributions are unconditional, unlike some healers that require specific team archetypes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Medicine Pocket good in Reverse: 1999?
Yes. Prydwen uses them as the baseline standard for a decent healer — mass healing plus [Sturdiness] shields plus a universal +20% DMG Taken debuff makes them an all-rounder sustain pick. Their Euphoria upgrade scales healing off ATK and Lost HP and unlocks Bloodtithe synergy, raising their ceiling significantly.
What is the best psychube for Medicine Pocket?
Pre-Euphoria: That Inquisitive Dear (18% Healing Done, extra healing on debuff application). Post-Euphoria in Bloodtithe teams: Cracks in the Shell (12–24% Healing Bonus + team Crit DMG buff when attacked) or Beyond Wonderland (HP + Crit Rate + Healing Done).
What makes Medicine Pocket unique compared to other healers?
The +20% DMG Taken debuff on a single target is rare for a healer — it provides offensive team value without requiring a separate debuffer slot. [Sturdiness] front-loads damage mitigation before enemies attack, complementing rather than reacting to incoming damage, unlike pure HPS healers.
Should I pull Medicine Pocket?
Worth it as a versatile healer with both offensive and defensive utility. They are the recommended sustain for the Centurion/Melania/Getian core team on prydwen and work well in Bloodtithe teams post-Euphoria. If you already have Vila or Kakania covering sustain, lower priority.