Brant vs Encore
Brant vs Encore — two Fusion Main DPS Resonators competing for the same roster slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Brant if…
- You need a Fusion Main DPS and Brant's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Brant's Outro Amp + Healing identity over Encore's Tune.
- Yes for Fusion Skill amp / heal hybrid—Brant enables Fusion Skill dumps.
Pick Encore if…
- You need a Fusion Main DPS and Encore's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Encore's Tune identity over Brant's Outro Amp + Healing.
- Situational—Encore is a Fusion Cosmos Rave on-fielder.
Brant and Encore are both Fusion Main DPS investments that answer different account needs. Brant shines when Fusion Skill amp / heal hybrid—Brant enables Fusion Skill dumps. Encore is the better commit when Encore is a Fusion Cosmos Rave on-fielder. Compare signature builds, team requirements, and your existing supports before pulling either.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Brant
- Liberation “To the Horizon” routes damage through mid-air / plunging attack chains — that window is where Brant’s clear speed actually shows up.
- Forte “Ocean Odyssey” applies shield or damage reduction for the active Resonator, so resource banking is mandatory, not optional filler.
- Outro “The Course is Set!” amplifies the incoming Resonator’s damage on Outro handoff — swap timing is part of the damage plan, not just Concerto filling.
- Field-time hungry once Liberation “To the Horizon” is up — double-DPS swaps dilute the dump window.
- Wants dedicated supports and ER planning; dropped into a random squad, Liberation uptime falls off a cliff.
Encore
- Liberation “Cosmos Rave” enters Cosmos Rave and replaces basics with enhanced havoc swings — that window is where Encore’s clear speed actually shows up.
- Forte “Black & White Woolies” enters Cosmos Rave and replaces basics with enhanced havoc swings, so resource banking is mandatory, not optional filler.
- Aerial / plunge routes give flexible dodge and reposition options mid-combo.
- Field-time hungry once Liberation “Cosmos Rave” is up — double-DPS swaps dilute the dump window.
- Wants dedicated supports and ER planning; dropped into a random squad, Liberation uptime falls off a cliff.
Shared Team Members
With Brant
Lupa is the cornerstone of the Mono Fusion archetype thanks to her many team-wide Fusion buffs, and also Brant's best buffer due to her Outro providing Basic and Fusion DMG Amplification.
With Encore
Lupa Outros Basic Attack Amplification — hand off into Encore’s basic / Forte window immediately.
With Brant
Sanhua Outros Basic Attack Amplification — hand off into Brant’s basic / Forte window immediately.
With Encore
Sanhua is by far Encore's best teammate period, over any quickswap options or limited 5 star options. Her buffs and lightning fast field time are so strong that Encore uses her better than she uses anyone else.
Best Builds (Signature)
Weapon
Unflickering Valor
Echo set
Molten Rift (5pc)
4-cost
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
3-cost
Fusion DMG
1-cost
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate ≥ CRIT DMG > ATK% > Energy Regen
Weapon
Cosmic Ripples
Echo set
Molten Rift (5pc)
4-cost
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
3-cost
Fusion DMG
1-cost
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate ≥ CRIT DMG > ATK% > Energy Regen
Who Should You Pull?
- You need a Fusion Main DPS and Brant's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Brant's Outro Amp + Healing identity over Encore's Tune.
- Yes for Fusion Skill amp / heal hybrid—Brant enables Fusion Skill dumps.
- Liberation “To the Horizon” routes damage through mid-air / plunging attack chains.
- Brant is a stronger general pull priority for your roster.
- You need a Fusion Main DPS and Encore's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Encore's Tune identity over Brant's Outro Amp + Healing.
- Situational—Encore is a Fusion Cosmos Rave on-fielder.
- Skill “Flaming Woolies” deals a focused attribute damage hit as the named setup tool.
- Liberation “Cosmos Rave” enters Cosmos Rave and replaces basics with enhanced havoc swings — that window is where Encore’s clear speed actually shows up.