Linko Best Build in NTE (Guide)

Linko is a playable Anima character in Neverness to Everness who excels as an off-field Sub-DPS. She contributes meaningful damage while also amplifying her team's output through her elemental shredding passive. If you're looking to maximize her potential, this guide covers the best Arcs, Cartridge sets, and Modules to equip, along with budget-friendly alternatives for F2P players.

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Linko Best Build Overview

Here's a quick snapshot of Linko's optimal setup:

Slot	Best Option
Arc	Voice of the Voyager (Signature)
Cartridge	Fireflies and the Forest
Main Stats	Crit Rate / Crit DMG / ATK% / Anima DMG%
Substats	Crit Rate / Crit DMG / ATK% / DMG%
Skill Priority	Support Skill > Ultimate > Skill > Basic Attack

Her kit revolves around dealing damage from off-field, so stacking Crit stats is essential. The Fireflies and the Forest Cartridge set synergizes perfectly with her playstyle, granting up to 56% Crit DMG when enemies take Anima DMG from your team.

Best Arcs for Linko

Voice of the Voyager (Signature)

Stats	Effect
570 Base ATK, 24% Crit Rate	Increases ATK by 24–48%. Support Skill Crit DMG +66–132%. Ultimate Crit DMG +22–44% per stack (max 3) for 3s after Support Skill DMG.

Voice of the Voyager is Linko's signature Arc and by far her best-in-slot. It provides a massive Base ATK boost, Crit Rate, and directly enhances her Support Skill and Ultimate damage. Without it, Linko's personal damage drops significantly, though she can still function as a support due to her shredding passive.

Ready-Ready (Alternative)

Stats	Effect
570 Base ATK, 24% Crit Rate	Increases ATK by 15–30%. Basic Attack and Critical Riposte DMG +15–30% for 15s after Redirect Skill or Ultimate (max 2 stacks). Grants Tiger Talismans that boost Boss DMG by 10–20%.

If you don't plan to pull for her signature, Ready-Ready offers a similar stat stick with Crit Rate, but its passive doesn't align well with Linko's kit. It's a decent stopgap, but not ideal.

Raging Flames (F2P Option)

Stats	Effect
666 Base ATK, 24% Crit DMG	Increases Lakshana DMG by 15–25%. Redirect Skill and Ultimate DMG +10–20% for 10s after Ultimate. Redirect Skill DMG +5–9% per cast (max 2 stacks).

Raging Flames is a solid F2P choice because it's obtainable without spending. It trades Crit Rate for Crit DMG, so you'll need to compensate with Crit Rate from your Console and Modules. The passive boosts her Ultimate damage, which is useful, but the rest is situational.

Best Console: Fireflies and the Forest

Set Bonus	Effect
Epic (2)	Anima DMG +10%
Legendary (4)	Increases CRIT DMG by 8% when a nearby enemy takes Anima DMG from the team, up to 7 stacks. Each stack lasts 10s. Works off-field.

This set is tailor-made for Linko. Since she spends most of her time off-field, the Crit DMG stacking remains active, letting her hit hard when she enters the field. To maximize the set, you'll want to build Crit Rate through other sources.

Best Modules Set for Linko

Linko's Modules set provides 8% Crit Rate per Type III Module equipped. With the Fireflies and the Forest Cartridge, you can slot up to four Type III Modules, granting a massive 32% Crit Rate boost. This head start makes it easier to balance her crit ratio.

Alternatively, if you use the Speedy Hedgehog Cartridge set, you can equip up to six Type III Modules, pushing her Crit Rate to 48%. However, this comes at the cost of personal damage, so it's better suited for teams where Linko acts as a pure support.

F2P Considerations

For F2P players, Raging Flames is the recommended Arc. It's farmable and provides a decent stat boost. Pair it with the Fireflies and the Forest Cartridge and prioritize Crit Rate in your substats to offset the missing crit from her signature.

If you're pulling for Linko, consider whether you can also secure her signature Arc, as it dramatically improves her performance. Without it, she's still viable but won't reach her full potential.

Teams & Synergies

Linko fits best in teams that can trigger Anima DMG frequently. Her off-field presence allows her to support a main DPS while contributing damage. For team compositions, check out our Linko Best Teams in NTE guide.

Final Thoughts

Building Linko effectively comes down to stacking Crit stats and leveraging her off-field capabilities. Her signature Arc is a significant power spike, but F2P players can still make her work with the right setup. Prioritize her Support Skill and Ultimate for maximum impact.

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