Jiuyuan Build & Tier Rating

Jiuyuan is a A Tier S-Rank Anima/Solid Esper whose main job is damage / burst dps / control. Anima burst damage dealer with crowd control utility. Strong for both damage and team protection through enemy lockdown. They are worth building when their element, role, or free availability solves a specific roster gap.

The rating is based on practical account value rather than raw damage alone: role compression, team fit, element coverage, and how expensive the character is to make useful. For Jiuyuan, the standout points are burst damage with control effects, anima element coverage, good crowd control, reliable in both boss and mob content. Because they are not a free pickup, the build should be weighed against your current pull and material plans.

In combat, Jiuyuan plays as a damage option with Anima element coverage and Solid arc typing. Anima/Solid-based attacks with stun and knockback effects. Ultimate deals heavy burst damage and petrifies enemies in range. Passive increases damage against controlled targets. This makes them easiest to justify when your team already supports that damage type or needs the utility attached to their kit.

Recommended teammates are Nanally, Sakiri and Chiz. If you do not own those exact characters, look for replacements that preserve the same jobs: a stable damage source, a way to amplify Anima output, and enough survival or control to keep rotations consistent. For ready-made examples, compare the best NTE teams.

Start with ATK% / Crit DMG / Anima DMG. ATK% / Crit DMG / Anima DMG. Prioritize crit stats, then ATK%. 4-piece Anima set. Do not over-farm perfect substats before your core team has usable gear; a stable baseline build usually gives more account progress than chasing one ideal piece.

Tier

A

Role

Damage / Burst DPS / Control

Element

Anima

Arc type

Solid

Prioritize Jiuyuan when your account needs a damage or when Anima coverage unlocks a better team shell. Based on vote trends, community votes are more cautious, so this pick may depend heavily on account context. Use that as a signal to test the character against your own roster instead of treating any tier placement as permanent.

For broader comparisons, return to the NTE tier list or review the ranked NTE best characters page before spending scarce upgrade materials.