How the Burst System Works in Goddess of Victory: Nikke

In Goddess of Victory: Nikke, the Burst System is a pivotal combat mechanic that significantly enhances your team’s damage output. Mastering this system is essential for progressing through challenging content and optimizing your team’s performance.

Understanding the Burst System

Each Nikke possesses a unique Burst Skill categorized into one of three types: Burst I, Burst II, or Burst III. These types correspond to sequential phases in combat. To activate a Full Burst—a powerful state that amplifies your team’s capabilities—you must execute Burst Skills in the order of I → II → III. This sequence is crucial; skipping any phase prevents entry into Full Burst mode.

During Full Burst, which lasts for 10 seconds, all Nikkes unleash enhanced attacks, and certain skills that trigger upon entering Full Burst become active, leading to a substantial increase in overall damage output. This mechanic is vital for defeating formidable bosses and clearing advanced stages.

Building an Effective Burst Chain

To consistently achieve Full Burst, your team composition should include at least one Nikke from each Burst type. A common and effective formation is:

• 1x Burst I
• 1x Burst II
• 3x Burst III

This setup ensures a balanced approach, providing necessary support and maximizing damage potential. Burst I and II Nikkes often serve as supporters or healers, while Burst III Nikkes are typically your primary damage dealers.

It’s important to consider the cooldown times of Burst Skills. Burst I and II skills commonly have cooldowns of either 20 or 40 seconds. Opting for Nikkes with 20-second cooldowns allows for more frequent activation of Full Burst, enhancing your team’s efficiency in prolonged battles.

Optimizing Burst Gauge Generation

The Burst Gauge fills as your Nikkes land hits on enemies. The rate at which it fills depends on the weapon types and firing rates of your Nikkes. For instance, weapons with higher rates of fire, like submachine guns, can fill the gauge more rapidly, enabling quicker access to Burst Skills.

Strategically selecting Nikkes with weapons that complement each other can lead to a more efficient Burst Gauge buildup. This synergy is crucial for maintaining a steady cycle of Full Bursts during combat.

Team Formation Tips

When arranging your team, especially for auto-battle scenarios, the positioning of Nikkes affects the sequence of Burst Skill activation. The AI typically activates Burst Skills from left to right. Therefore, placing Nikkes with shorter cooldowns earlier in the lineup ensures their skills are ready when needed, maintaining the flow toward Full Burst.

Additionally, consider incorporating a “sub” role Nikke—one whose skills provide passive benefits or whose Burst Skill isn’t essential for the Burst chain. This flexibility allows for adaptability in various combat situations.

Mastering the Burst System in Goddess of Victory: Nikke is crucial for advancing through the game’s content. By understanding the sequence of Burst Skills, optimizing team composition, and managing cooldowns effectively, you can unleash the full potential of your Nikkes. Regularly reviewing and adjusting your team based on these principles will lead to greater success on the battlefield.

For a visual guide on the Burst System, consider watching the following video: