Raven in NIKKE Goddess of Victory: Is She Worth It?
If you’re playing Goddess of Victory: NIKKE and wondering whether pulling for Raven is a good investment, this guide on UltimateGacha.com breaks down her strengths, weaknesses, and where she shines. By the end, you’ll know whether Raven is “worth it” for your roster.
What Is Raven? (Character Overview)
Raven is an SSR Attacker in NIKKE: Goddess of Victory. Her weapon is the Cryo Blade, and she belongs to the 2nd Airborne Squad. She is classified under the “Abnormal” manufacturer group. Raven made her debut in June 2025.
Her lore positions her as a somewhat antagonistic figure, originally part of a squad but with motivations that intersect with major story arcs.
Raven’s Skills & Abilities
Raven’s kit focuses on damage over time (DoT) and part destruction synergy. Below are her key abilities:
Passive & DoT
- Raven applies a sustained damage effect when executing Full Charge attacks. This DoT stacks (up to 10 times) and persists for several seconds.
- She benefits from “Vital Attack / Damage to Parts” buffs as part of her passive traits, boosting her damage when breaking parts of enemies.
Burst Skill
- Raven’s burst, Tempest, deals AoE damage to all enemies (including parts).
- During her burst, she also activates A.N. Mode, which removes her Single Point Attack trait and adds an additional sustained damage increase.
In short: she’s a mix of DoT damage and part‑removal scaling, which can pay off when built properly.
Where Raven Excels (Pros)
- Consistent DoT output – Her sustained damage makes her strong in longer fights and against bosses or waves.
- Part destruction synergy – Her kit rewards you for targeting and destroying parts, so in fights with destructible components, she shines.
- Decent team flexibility – Some community players note she doesn’t require extremely specific support to perform.
- AoE burst potential – Her burst can hit multiple enemies and parts, offering utility in crowded battles.
Where Raven Falls Short (Cons)
- Dependence on stacking – To unlock her full potential, she often needs to build up DoT stacks or destroy parts first, which can be slow or vulnerable to interrupts.
- Competes with other top attackers – In NIKKE, many other SSR attackers offer more raw burst or utility.
- Situational value – In stages or bosses without many destructible parts, some of her bonuses may underperform relative to more generalist attackers.
Is Raven Worth Pulling? Verdict
If your team lacks a reliable DoT / part‑breaker specialist, Raven is a solid addition. For players who like layered mechanics, stacking, synergy, buff timing, Raven offers a rewarding playstyle. However, if you’re chasing raw burst numbers or universal performance, she may lag slightly behind top-tier attackers in those categories.
In summary: Yes, Raven is worth it, especially if you enjoy optimizing around her unique strengths. But she’s not a “must-pull” for all players, evaluate whether her mechanics match your playstyle and roster needs before investing.