In Blue Archive, endgame content such as raids, high-difficulty missions, and PvP brackets demands more than just raw power. Success hinges on long-duration buffs, timing-based burst turns, and synergistic team compositions. Among the game’s premier units, two names consistently dominate the conversation: Mika, the Mystic AoE powerhouse from Gehenna (formerly Trinity), and Nagisa, the tactical controller and buffer from Trinity General School. Both are exceptional, yet function in radically different roles, and understanding their kits is key to leveraging their strengths in Platinum clears and high-level Arena.

This spotlight offers an in-depth look at their skills, ideal builds, and top team synergies, highlighting why they are among the best units in the game.

For more advanced tactics and tips to enhance your gameplay, check out the Blue Archive Tips & Tricks Guide.

Mika – The Divine Burst DPS

Overview:

Mika is a 3★ Mystic-type Striker who excels at delivering massive AoE damage with delayed execution. Formerly a member of Trinity, now associated with Gehenna’s Sisterhood, her narrative journey from divine servitude to rebellion mirrors her combat style: delayed, precise, and devastating.

Combat Role:

Mika is a Mystic AoE nuker optimized for endgame content like Hieronymus Raid and Goz Raid, where long-range, high-output Strikers are critical. She fits best into burst-focused teams that can protect her during the delay phase of her EX Skill and capitalize on its damage window.

Skills

• EX Skill – Divine Retribution (Cost: 6) After a delay of 3.6 seconds, Mika summons a massive AoE Mystic explosion that deals very high damage to enemies in a circular area. This skill scales extremely well with ATK buffs, making her ideal for teams that can support her burst turn with long-duration offensive buffs.
• Normal Skill – Divine Blessing Every 30 seconds, Mika gains a Crit Damage buff for 30 seconds. This long uptime makes her extremely lethal when paired with Crit buffers like Ako or Crit Rate supports like Wakamo.
• Passive Skill – Fanatical Power Increases her ATK stat permanently, offering raw power scaling that further benefits from external amplification.
• Sub Skill – Heaven’s Focus Boosts her Crit Rate for each enemy in the AoE zone. On boss stages with adds or grouped mobs, this adds further lethality.

Skill Priority:

• EX Skill – Must max for burst scaling
• Sub Skill – Helps with Crit reliability
• Normal Skill – Decent third pick
• Passive – Optional but improves consistency

Gear & Stats

Mika requires high ATK and Crit Rate to reach her full potential. Unlike other Strikers who benefit from survivability, Mika’s success comes from maximizing her burst window.

Best Gear Focus:

• ATK% Main Stat (Weapon)
• Crit Rate or ATK Substats
• Skill Haste not necessary due to delay mechanic

Tuning Tips:

• Pair with students who buff Crit (Ako) or extend buff duration (Himari)
• Use furniture that enhances Mystic damage if available

Best Teams for Mika

Mika is core in multiple Platinum-tier Raid teams, especially in Mystic-focused boss fights.

Hieronymus Raid (Mystic – Special Armor):

• Mika + Himari + Ako + Serina (Christmas)
• Himari gives long-lasting ATK buff
• Ako provides Crit Rate and Crit DMG
• Serina (Christmas) provides ATK and cost refund
• Mika delivers the final blow with EX Skill timed for burst

PvP Variant:

• Mika + Hoshino (Swimsuit) + Ako + Fuuka
• Mika stays backline while tank and heals absorb hits
• Time her EX Skill for clean team wipes

Nagisa – The Trinity Enabler

Overview:

Nagisa is a 3★ Support-type Special unit from Trinity, recently added to the global server. Though less flashy than Mika, she is an indispensable tactical support, specializing in buff cycling, team protection, and boss suppression. Her role is less about dealing damage, and more about maximizing the potential of others—making her essential in raid teams that rely on burst timing.

Skills

• EX Skill – Tactical Encouragement (Cost: 3) Grants one ally increased ATK, increased Crit DMG, and Tactical Advantage (a stacking buff that enhances performance against bosses) for 30 seconds. This is one of the strongest single-target support EX Skills in the game. When used on Mika, it can turn an already-lethal nuke into an overkill-tier burst.
• Normal Skill – Formation Reinforcement Every 30 seconds, increases the DEF of all allies. Useful for PvP or raids with AoE pressure like Binah.
• Passive Skill – Leadership Training Increases own Healing Power, which supports her sub skill and further boosts team sustain.
• Sub Skill – Tactics Lecture Boosts the ATK of all allies periodically. The uptime is reliable, and the effect stacks with other global ATK buffs like Kotama’s.

Skill Priority:

• EX Skill – Core to her identity
• Sub Skill – Passive teamwide boost
• Normal Skill – Defensive bonus
• Passive Skill – Only if you need additional healing

Gear & Stats

Nagisa, like most Specials, does not deal direct damage. Her builds should focus on healing power, skill haste, and survivability.

• Best Gear Focus:
• Skill Haste (for faster EX rotation)
• Healing Power (for supporting AoE sustain)
• DEF/HP (for endurance in PvP and raids)
• Tuning Tips:
• Her tactical buff is most effective when timed with Mika’s EX
• Gear her to rotate EX Skill every 30s without downtime

Best Teams for Nagisa

Nagisa is an ideal partner for Mystic DPS units and shines in boss raids that require stacking buffs and timed bursts.

Goz Raid (Mystic – Light Armor):

• Nagisa + Mika + Himari + Ako
• Nagisa supports Mika with Crit DMG and ATK
• Himari provides ATK and long buff duration
• Ako provides Crit synergy
• Together, they create a burst loop every 40 seconds to clear Goz phases

General Boss Raids:

• Nagisa + Aris + Hibiki + Serina (Christmas)
• Aris benefits from ATK and Crit buffs
• Hibiki helps with mob clearing and AoE pressure
• Serina (Xmas) helps with EX uptime

Mika and Nagisa represent two sides of Blue Archive’s endgame strategy. Mika embodies raw, divine power—capable of wiping out waves or nuking bosses with terrifying precision. Nagisa, on the other hand, is the orchestrator—quietly making those moments possible through smart, efficient support. Together, they form one of the strongest offensive duos in the current metagame.

For players aiming for Platinum raid clears, high Arena placements, or future-proof Mystic cores, investing in Mika and Nagisa is a sound, strategic decision. Their synergy not only dominates current content but will likely remain relevant as Mystic-type challenges evolve.

To fully enjoy their smooth skill rotations, high-detail animations, and intense burst cycles, play Blue Archive on BlueStacks for optimized controls and stable performance in high-speed raids.