Nekomata vs Pyrois
Nekomata vs Pyrois — two Attack agents competing for the same roster slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Nekomata if…
- You need a Physical Attack agent and Nekomata's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Primary Attack Agent gameplay over Pyrois's Main DPS identity.
- Nekomata is a high-speed Physical DPS who excels in quick, aggressive combat encounters.
Pick Pyrois if…
- You need a Ether Attack agent and Pyrois's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Main DPS gameplay over Nekomata's Primary Attack Agent identity.
- Pyrois acts as a premier Ether main DPS capable of massive bursts and stun manipulation.
Nekomata and Pyrois are both Attack investments that answer different account needs. Nekomata (Physical, Primary Attack Agent) shines when Nekomata is a high-speed Physical DPS who excels in quick, aggressive combat encounters. 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
Nekomata
- High agility allows for superior field positioning
- Strong damage synergy with back-attack conditions
- Excellent invulnerability frames during core animations [L117, L125, L130, L135]
- Lacks inherent supportive utility for the rest of the team
- Highly dependent on landing back attacks for peak performance
- Short-lived damage windows require precise execution
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
Shared Team Members
With Nekomata
Opens stun windows so Nekomata can dump burst damage safely.
With Pyrois
Opens stun windows so Pyrois can dump burst damage safely.
With Nekomata
Buffs and enables Nekomata with low field time and strong team utility.
With Pyrois
Buffs and enables Pyrois with low field time and strong team utility.
With Nekomata
Buffs and enables Nekomata with low field time and strong team utility.
With Pyrois
Buffs and enables Pyrois with low field time and strong team utility.
Best Builds (Signature)
W-Engine
Cordis Germina
Disk Set
Puffer Electro
Disk 4
CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG%
Disk 5
PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK%
Disk 6
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = 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 Physical Attack agent and Nekomata's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Primary Attack Agent gameplay over Pyrois's Main DPS identity.
- Nekomata is a high-speed Physical DPS who excels in quick, aggressive combat encounters.
- She is a strong choice for players looking to capitalize on back-attack mechanics, though she may face stiff competition from newer meta options.
- High agility allows for superior field positioning.
- You need a Ether Attack agent and Pyrois's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer Main DPS gameplay over Nekomata's Primary Attack Agent 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.