Anton vs Pyrois
Anton vs Pyrois — two Attack agents competing for the same roster slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Anton if…
- You need a Electric Attack agent and Anton's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Electric Attack DPS gameplay over Pyrois's Main DPS identity.
- Anton is a serviceable Electric DPS for players lacking premium alternatives, performing adequately at M0.
Pick Pyrois if…
- You need a Ether Attack agent and Pyrois's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Main DPS gameplay over Anton's Electric Attack DPS identity.
- Pyrois acts as a premier Ether main DPS capable of massive bursts and stun manipulation.
Anton and Pyrois are both Attack investments that answer different account needs. Anton (Electric, Electric Attack DPS) shines when Anton is a serviceable Electric DPS for players lacking premium alternatives, performing adequately at M0. Pyrois (Ether, Main DPS) is the better commit when Pyrois acts as a premier Ether main DPS capable of massive bursts and stun manipulation. Compare signature builds, team requirements, and your existing supports before pulling either.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Anton
- Extended invulnerability windows during EX Special and Chain attacks
- Synergizes effectively with Shock-based team compositions
- High interrupt resistance during key drill animations
- Burst Mode uptime is strictly limited by Energy management
- Significant damage drop-off when Energy is depleted
- Animation commitments can be risky against aggressive bosses
Pyrois
- High base damage scaling on Ether attacks
- Access to multiple utility-focused Ultimate branches
- Strong invulnerability frames during signature combos
- Dependent on Solar Prominence management
- Rotationally complex for optimal performance
- Vulnerable during startup of specific animations
Best Builds (Signature)
W-Engine
Heartstring Nocturne
Disk Set
Thunder Metal
Disk 4
CRIT Rate% >= CRIT DMG%
Disk 5
Electric DMG%
Disk 6
ATK%
Substats
CRIT RATE = CRIT DMG > ATK% > PEN = ATK
W-Engine
Sol Exuvia(S5)
Disk Set
The Sky Ablaze (4-PC)
Disk 4
CRIT Rate% > CRIT DMG%
Disk 5
PEN Ratio% > Ether DMG% > ATK%
Disk 6
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%
Who Should You Pull?
- You need a Electric Attack agent and Anton's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Electric Attack DPS gameplay over Pyrois's Main DPS identity.
- Anton is a serviceable Electric DPS for players lacking premium alternatives, performing adequately at M0.
- He functions as a solid mid-tier carry, though he lacks the high-end ceiling compared to limited S-rank attackers.
- Extended invulnerability windows during EX Special and Chain attacks.
- You need a Ether Attack agent and Pyrois's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Main DPS gameplay over Anton's Electric Attack DPS identity.
- Pyrois acts as a premier Ether main DPS capable of massive bursts and stun manipulation.
- Their unique ability to cycle through multiple Ultimate branches makes them incredibly flexible for various combat encounters.
- Pyrois is a stronger general pull priority (YES) for your roster.