Grave in NIKKE Goddess of Victory: Character Overview
In Goddess of Victory: NIKKE, Grave is a mysterious and powerful SSR Nikke whose lore, gameplay role, and skills make her a compelling addition to any roster. Below is a detailed look at Grave’s background, combat profile, strengths, and how she fits into the team meta.
Character Profile & Lore
Grave (also formerly known as Abe) is introduced as an enigmatic Nikke wandering the surface carrying a massive coffin on her back. Over the course of chapters 28–30 of the story, she serves as a main antagonist before eventually allying with the Counters in Chapter 31.
Her backstory reveals she was once Abe, a mass‑produced Product 23 Nikke and chief researcher for the religious V.T.C. organization. Abe created the Old Tales squad and was responsible for creating Cinderella, whom she deeply cares for, even after losing memories and suffering physical disfigurement.
Grave’s motivations revolve around rewriting her tarnished legacy and protecting Cinderella, even at personal cost. Her identity, mask, coffin, and scars all contribute to her thematic aura of mystery, death, and redemption.
Voice Actors
| Language | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| English | Lauren Choo |
| Japanese | Hisako Kanemoto |
Combat Role & Class
Grave is a Supporter / Buffer type SSR character, classified as a Burst‑2 (B2) unit. She wields an Assault Rifle (AR) named Writer’s Eraser. Her element is Fire, and she often pairs best with Pierce‑type DPS units due to her buffs emphasizing piercing capabilities.
In PvP, she primarily acts as a buffer rather than a frontline damage dealer. Though she can deal single‑target damage, her greatest strength lies in amplifying allied burst and pierce damage. That said, her lack of AoE or sustain makes her less ideal in some PvP matchups.
Skills & Abilities
Below is a breakdown of Grave’s core attributes and skills:
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack | Deals ~ 17.91% of ATK to target; when attacking the core, deals 200% damage. |
| Skill 1: Heat Emission (Passive) | Triggers when Prediction status ends: removes bullets and reduces reload time by 50%. While in Heat Emission status, she heals 2% HP per second, boosts ally Burst gauge fill speed (~38.96% at high level), and increases Pierce damage (~48.4% at high level). |
| Skill 2: Overheat (Passive) | After landing 15 normal attacks, enters Overheat I (ATK up ~15.48%). Additional buffs stack with further hits under Prediction state to Overheat II and III. |
| Burst Skill | Activates Prediction: for 10 seconds, her HP continuously lowers by 1% per sec, grants unlimited ammo, boosts Critical Rate (~85.19%), Pierce Damage, and gives all allies an Attack Damage and Pierce Damage buff. Also increases max ammo by +3 for the duration. |
Strengths, Weaknesses & Best Synergies
Strengths
- Excellent buffer for Pierce-type DPS units; her buffs can meaningfully boost overall team DPS in burst comps.
- Strong burst gauge generation, allowing for faster rotations and synergy in high-speed teams.
- On top of supporting, she can also function as a sub-DPS depending on team setup.
Weaknesses
- Lacks AoE or area damage, limiting her utility against multiple targets.
- Minimal sustain or healing support, making her squishy in tougher PvP or sustained fights.
- In PvP meta, other B2s with healing, shielding, or multi-role utility may outperform her in versatility.
Synergies & Recommended Partners
She pairs well with high-damage Pierce DPS units like Red Hood, Alice, Asuka, and Maxwell. In campaign or raid content, she shines where burst-based strategies are viable.
Use in Meta & Final Thoughts
Grave is best seen as a niche but powerful buffer rather than an all‑rounder. In PvE content, she can shine in burst-focused or pierce-centric teams. In PvP she faces tougher competition, especially against B2 supports that add utility beyond pure damage buffs.
From a lore perspective, her arc from antagonist to reluctant ally, her ties to Cinderella and the Old Tales, and her mysterious past give depth beyond her mechanics. Grave blends thematic storytelling with a role tailored to piercing teams, a solid choice for players seeking both narrative intrigue and strategic value in NIKKE: Goddess of Victory.
