Build:A2

Memory Builds ◇ A2

A list of recommended builds for A2 can be found here. Each tab represents one build — click the tabs below to view each one.
See here for more information about Ultima Awakening and resonance slots.

Memory Placement

01	02	03
04	05	06
Patton x4 / Catherine x2

Memory Resonance

Top Resonance Slot (1):
Ex — Precision Attack: ATK +15, CRIT +15 x6

Bottom Resonance Slot (2):
Tank: Class Skill Level +1 x6

Key Notes

• A2's main build
• Ultima Awakening Set

Usage

• Phantom Pain Cage
• War Zone
• Norman Revival Plan
• High difficulty content

Details

• General DPS set
• Allows A2 to debuff for the other DPS on the team and deal damage at the same time.

Memory Placement

01	02	03
04	05	06
Patton x4 / Frederick x2

Memory Resonance

Top Resonance Slot (1):
Ex — Precision Attack: ATK +15, CRIT +15 x6

Bottom Resonance Slot (2):
Tank: Class Skill Level +1 x6

Key Notes

• Secondary build

Usage

• War Zone
• Norman Revival Plan
• High difficulty content

Details

• DPS set if you don't plan to switch-out A2 at all (solo DPS).
• Recommended for the budget NieR team.
  • A2 at SSS-Rank and both 2B / 9S at SS-Rank or lower

Weapon Resonance ◇ A2

Recommended 6★ weapon resonances for A2 can be found here listed in order of priority.

1. Polymerization Collapse

Inflicts Smash effect upon dealing Physical damage. Smash: reduces the target's Physical resistance by 8% for 8s. Repeated triggering refreshes the duration.

2. Dead Line Timing

Gain 2 extra random signal orbs upon deployment, and 3 signal orbs of the same color every 45s (also gain signal orbs on standby).

3. Matrix Lightning

After EX Dodge (triggering Matrix), Movement Speed is greatly increased and all enemies' Extra DMG Reduction is decreased by 10% in Matrix.

Priority

HIGH:

• Polymerization Collapse
• Dead Line Timing

MEDIUM:

• Matrix Lightning

Notes

Minimum recommended amount: 1