Lacrimosa
Who is Lacrimosa?
Lacrimosa is a limited S-rank Chaos-attribute Main DPS releasing in NTE Version 1.1 (est. June 3, 2026). She is a member of the Bureau of Anomaly Control's ETD-4 with a strange, playful personality. Her core mechanic centers on stacking Nightmare — an independent Chaos DoT — up to 10 stacks on enemies, with each stack ticking Chaos DMG every 3 seconds (extended to 6 seconds at A4). She alternates between two attack modes (Frying Pan and Red Jelly) via the aim button to efficiently stack Nightmare and is described across multiple guides as "1.1's best Chaos DPS." Diabolos is her universal best-in-slot Cartridge due to its Chaos resistance ignore. Prydwen's guide was still in stub state as of May 2026.
Kit Summary
Each hit independently stacks Nightmare on enemies — up to 10 stacks. Each Nightmare tick deals Chaos DMG every 3s (6s at A4 — more total damage per stack, requires rotation adjustment).
Toggle between Frying Pan and Red Jelly attack forms using aim button to vary attack patterns and maximize Nightmare stacking efficiency.
Extends Nightmare duration to 6s — more room to trigger A3 burst condition.
Primary power spikes.
Provides ATK, CRIT Rate, and stacking Chaos Thorn (+CRIT DMG per Nightmare tick, up to 60%) — grants 10 instant Nightmare stacks on Redirect Skill (Devilish Gift).
Enables Scorch (Chaos + Incantation) and Discord (Chaos + Psyche + Incantation).
Build Guide
🔮 Best Relic / Echo Set
Diabolos (universal best-in-slot): Chaos DMG +10%; ignores up to 24% enemy Chaos RES after Nova or Scorch reactions — a damage multiplier that applies to all Nightmare ticks and direct hits. Hard to replace from any other source. Module layout: 4x Type III modules for 40% Chaos DMG bonus.
⚔ Best Light Cone / Weapon
Signature 1.1 Arc (best-in-slot): ATK + CRIT Rate main/sub stats; Chaos Thorn passive stacks CRIT DMG from Nightmare ticks (up to +60% CRIT DMG); grants 10 instant Nightmare stacks on Redirect Skill (Devilish Gift). Alternative (budget): Any CRIT Rate main stat Arc with Chaos DMG synergy.
📊 Substats Priority
👥 Best Teams
Scorch DoT team: Lacrimosa + Baicang + Daffodil + Haniel — Lacrimosa and Baicang provide Chaos + Incantation for Scorch; Daffodil adds Chaos break; Haniel buffs ATK off-field. High damage ceiling with complementary DoT stacking.
Discord team: Lacrimosa + Daffodil + Aurelia + Adler — Chaos + Psyche + Incantation = Discord; Lacrimosa's Nightmare ticks amplified by triple-reaction.
F2P Verdict
Lacrimosa is a limited S-rank 1.1 character — requires pull investment. Her Signature Arc is her best-in-slot and provides the Devilish Gift (10 instant Nightmare stacks on Redirect Skill) — a major quality-of-life and damage upgrade. If pulling Lacrimosa, targeting her Signature Arc is recommended. Diabolos Cartridge is a must-have regardless of Arc choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Lacrimosa release?
Lacrimosa releases in NTE Version 1.1, estimated June 3, 2026. She was not available at NTE's April 29, 2026 global launch.
What is the Nightmare mechanic?
Nightmare is an independent Chaos DoT that Lacrimosa stacks on enemies up to 10 times. Each stack ticks Chaos DMG every 3 seconds (6 seconds at A4). Since all 10 stacks are independent, the combined DoT output from a full Nightmare stack is substantial — especially when amplified by Diabolos' Chaos RES ignore and Scorch reaction.
Is her prydwen guide complete?
No — as of May 2026, the Prydwen guide for Lacrimosa was still in stub state. Check prydwen.gg/neverness-to-everness/characters/lacrimosa/ for the updated guide after her June 3, 2026 release.