Theorylytics
Billy

physical · attack

Billy

DPS

VS
Seed

electric · attack

Seed

Main DPS

Billy vs Seed

Billy vs Seed — two Attack agents competing for the same roster slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Billy if…

  • You need a Physical Attack agent and Billy's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer DPS gameplay over Seed's Main DPS identity.
  • Billy is a solid, accessible Physical attacker who excels at mid-to-long-range sustained damage.

Pick Seed if…

  • You need a Electric Attack agent and Seed's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Main DPS gameplay over Billy's DPS identity.
  • Seed represents a top-tier Electric DPS with excellent sustained damage through her Steel Charge mechanic.
Verdict

Billy and Seed are both Attack investments that answer different account needs. Billy (Physical, DPS) shines when Billy is a solid, accessible Physical attacker who excels at mid-to-long-range sustained damage. Seed (Electric, Main DPS) is the better commit when Seed represents a top-tier Electric DPS with excellent sustained damage through her Steel Charge mechanic. Compare signature builds, team requirements, and your existing supports before pulling either.

At a Glance

Billy
Stat
Seed
Physical
Attribute
Electric
Attack
Specialty
Attack
A-Rank
Rank
S-RankWinner
DPS
Primary role
Main DPS
Direct Attack
Damage type
Direct Attack
CRIT Rate
Scaling focus
CRIT Rate
Physical + Ranged DPS
Playstyle clarity
Electric DPS + Burst DamageWinner
Strong
Self-sustain
Strong
Moderate
Team flexibility
Moderate
Dialyn / Sunna / Anby
Best support shell
Astra Yao / Trigger / Zhao
Steel Cushion(S1) — S-rank · Accessible
F2P W-Engine path
Marcato Desire — A-rank · Accessible
Good
M0 viability
ExcellentWinner

Strengths & Weaknesses

Billy

Strengths
  • Safe mid-to-long-range attack distance
  • High AoE damage potential with piercing shots
  • Increased damage output while in Crouching Shot
Weaknesses
  • Stationary playstyle leaves him vulnerable to knockback
  • Core passive damage buff lost if repositioning incorrectly
  • Requires proper team synergy to maximize Ultimate potential

Seed

Strengths
  • Multiple invulnerability frames during core attack animations
  • High damage output via Steel Charge consumption
  • Flight mode offers unique positioning and ranged superiority
Weaknesses
  • Damage highly dependent on optimal resource management
  • Steel Charge does not accumulate on hit for specific skills
  • Requires high investment for peak performance

Best Builds (Signature)

Billy

W-Engine

The Brimstone(S5)

Disk Set

Woodpecker Electro(4-PC)

Disk 4

CRIT Rate%

Disk 5

Physical DMG%

Disk 6

ATK%

Substats

CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%

Seed

W-Engine

Cordis Germina

Disk Set

Dawn's Bloom (4-PC)

Disk 4

CRIT Rate%

Disk 5

Electric DMG%

Disk 6

ATK%

Substats

CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%

Who Should You Pull?

Billy
Pull Billy if…
  • You need a Physical Attack agent and Billy's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer DPS gameplay over Seed's Main DPS identity.
  • Billy is a solid, accessible Physical attacker who excels at mid-to-long-range sustained damage.
  • He is a great investment for new players needing a reliable main DPS before pulling for high-tier limited units.
  • Safe mid-to-long-range attack distance.
Billy Full Guide
Seed
Pull Seed if…
  • You need a Electric Attack agent and Seed's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Main DPS gameplay over Billy's DPS identity.
  • Seed represents a top-tier Electric DPS with excellent sustained damage through her Steel Charge mechanic.
  • She offers incredible invulnerability frames and high burst potential, making her a versatile powerhouse for any squad requiring Electric coverage.
  • Seed is a stronger general pull priority (YES) for your roster.
Seed Full Guide