Theorylytics

Anby vs Pulchra

Anby vs Pulchra — two Stun agents competing for the same roster slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Anby if…

  • You need a Electric Stun agent and Anby's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Electric Stunner gameplay over Pulchra's Stun identity.
  • Anby is an exceptional, reliable stunner available from the start, making her highly accessible for any account.

Pick Pulchra if…

  • You need a Physical Stun agent and Pulchra's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Stun gameplay over Anby's Electric Stunner identity.
  • Pulchra is a highly specialized Stun unit that excels at enabling off-field Aftershock damage through her unique Binding Trap debuff.
Verdict

Anby and Pulchra are both Stun investments that answer different account needs. Anby (Electric, Electric Stunner) shines when Anby is an exceptional, reliable stunner available from the start, making her highly accessible for any account. Pulchra (Physical, Stun) is the better commit when Pulchra is a highly specialized Stun unit that excels at enabling off-field Aftershock damage through her unique Binding Trap debuff. Compare signature builds, team requirements, and your existing supports before pulling either.

At a Glance

Anby
Stat
Pulchra
Electric
Attribute
Physical
Stun
Specialty
Stun
A-Rank
Rank
A-Rank
Electric Stunner
Primary role
Stun
Daze / Stun
Damage type
Daze / Stun
CRIT RATE
Scaling focus
CRIT Rate
Stun Specialist + Electric SynergyWinner
Playstyle clarity
Physical + Stun
Strong
Self-sustain
Strong
Moderate
Team flexibility
Moderate
Nicole / Rina
Best support shell
Lucia / Nicole
Steam Oven — A-rank · Accessible
F2P W-Engine path
Box Cutter — A-rank · Accessible
ExcellentWinner
M0 viability
Good

Strengths & Weaknesses

Anby

Strengths
  • High invulnerability frames during EX Special and Dodge Counter allow for aggressive positioning.
  • Efficient Daze amplification following the 3rd hit of her basic attack combo.
  • Excellent synergy with the Cunning Hares faction for additional energy gain.
Weaknesses
  • Damage output is significantly lower than dedicated Attack-specialty agents.
  • Requires specific sequence execution to trigger optimal Daze, which can be interrupted.
  • Heavy reliance on EX Special usage to maintain maximum stun efficiency.

Pulchra

Strengths
  • High Daze output via Hunter's Gait state
  • Significant damage multiplier for Aftershock-focused teams
  • Excellent synergy for coordinating Quick Assists
Weaknesses
  • Damage output heavily reliant on specific team compositions
  • Energy management required for consistent EX Special uptime
  • Requires proper timing for triggered assists to maximize effectiveness

Shared Team Members

With Anby

Buffs and enables Anby with strong team utility.

With Pulchra

Buffs and enables Pulchra with low field time and strong team utility.

Best Builds (Signature)

Anby

W-Engine

Hellfire Gears

Disk Set

King of the Summit

Disk 4

CRIT Rate% >= CRIT DMG%

Disk 5

Electric DMG% > ATK%

Disk 6

Impact

Substats

CRIT RATE = CRIT DMG > ATK% > PEN = ATK

Pulchra

W-Engine

Blazing Laurel

Disk Set

King of the Summit

Disk 4

CRIT Rate%

Disk 5

Physical DMG%

Disk 6

ATK%

Substats

CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%

Who Should You Pull?

Anby
Pull Anby if…
  • You need a Electric Stun agent and Anby's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Electric Stunner gameplay over Pulchra's Stun identity.
  • Anby is an exceptional, reliable stunner available from the start, making her highly accessible for any account.
  • She performs admirably at M0, providing consistent crowd control that remains viable throughout all endgame content.
  • Anby is a stronger general pull priority (YES) for your roster.
Anby Full Guide
Pulchra
Pull Pulchra if…
  • You need a Physical Stun agent and Pulchra's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Stun gameplay over Anby's Electric Stunner identity.
  • Pulchra is a highly specialized Stun unit that excels at enabling off-field Aftershock damage through her unique Binding Trap debuff.
  • She is a top-tier choice for squads relying on synergy with Aftershock mechanics, though her effectiveness is tied to team composition.
  • High Daze output via Hunter's Gait state.
Pulchra Full Guide