What is the best team in NTE launch version?

Nanally Genesis team (Nanally + Jiuyuan + Protagonist + Hotori) is overall the strongest. For F2P players, Xiaozhi Accumulation team (Xiaozhi + Jiuyuan + Hathor + Protagonist) is the best choice.

Which standard S character should I pick in NTE?

Jiuyuan is the best pick with versatile grouping and off-healing at 1-awaken. Hotori is second for irreplaceable support buffs.

Is Xiaozhi worth building for F2P players?

Absolutely. Xiaozhi is free 6+5 from City Tycoon and at max investment outperforms all DPS. Must-build for F2P.

Launch Best Team Comps — Meta Team Building Guide

Proper team composition is the core of NTE combat. The launch version revolves around three major reaction systems built around a core DPS character.

Team Framework

Each team has 4 members: Main DPS + Sub-DPS/Grouper + Support/Buffer + Survival/Utility. Build around one elemental reaction system and use Ring Fusion to trigger duo or trio reactions.

Key mechanic: The Protagonist (Zero) has unique Instant Ring Fusion - one E skill fills the gauge instantly. Essential for almost all teams. Must-build character.

Team 1: Nanally Genesis Team (Overall Best)

Optimal Lineup: Nanally (Limited S) + Jiuyuan (Standard S) + Protagonist + Hotori (Standard S)

Slot	Character	Element	Role
Main DPS	Nanally	Anima	Genesis reaction core, unmatched damage
Sub DPS	Jiuyuan	Anima	Huge AoE grouping, 1-awaken off-heal
Support	Hotori	Incantation	Grouping + ATK buff, 1-awaken doubles buff
Utility	Protagonist	Cosmos	Instant Ring Fusion for fast setup

Budget replacements: Jiuyuan can be replaced by Mint, Hotori by Adler (shield + resist) or Haniel (buffer).

Strategy: Anima + Cosmos triggers Genesis reaction. No healing at 0-awaken; Jiuyuan 1-awaken adds healing. Xun (1.0 Phase 2) is Protagonist upgrade.

Standard S Pick Priority: Jiuyuan (versatility) > Hotori (support) > Others

Team 2: Xiaozhi Accumulation Team (F2P Best)

Optimal Lineup: Xiaozhi (Free Max) + Jiuyuan + Hathor + Protagonist

Slot	Character	Element	Role
Main DPS	Xiaozhi	Cosmos	Free 6+5 from City Tycoon
Sub DPS	Jiuyuan	Anima	Grouping + reaction trigger
Reaction	Hathor	Lakshana	Triggers Accumulation
Support	Protagonist	Cosmos	High-frequency Ring Fusion

Budget replacements: Hathor can be replaced by Skia, Jiuyuan by Mint.

Strategy: Cosmos + Anima + Lakshana triggers Accumulation for massive amplification. Xiaozhi at max investment outperforms all DPS.

Team 3: Baicang Blaze Team

Optimal Lineup: Baicang (Standard S) + Hotori + Daffodil + Fadia

Strategy: Incantation + Chaos triggers Blaze DoT. Daffodil is irreplaceable. Lacrimosa (v1.1) may powercreep Baicang.

F2P Priority

1Xiaozhi (free 6+5, absolute main DPS)
2Jiuyuan (Standard S pick, grouping + healing)
3Haniel (free A-rank buffer)
4Protagonist (irreplaceable Instant Ring Fusion)
5Adler (best free survival)

Recommended F2P Team: Xiaozhi + Jiuyuan + Hathor/Skia + Protagonist

Reaction System Overview

Reaction	Elements	Best Team
Genesis	Anima + Cosmos	Nanally team
Accumulation	Cosmos + Anima + Lakshana	Xiaozhi team
Blaze	Incantation + Chaos	Baicang team
Discord	Incantation + Chaos + Psyche	Baicang advanced

Standard S Pick Priority

Jiuyuan (versatility) > Hotori (only S-rank support) > Baicang (team-locked) > Others