Well, hello there! I am Wiwade,AKA Stormy Isaac (Level 20 ), who is probably going to ask a LOT of questions about the game these days.

I am not new in this game and I have seen a lot of Nausicas in PvP, and people say she is overpowered, or at least the best companion in the game.

I never had a max so I don't know much about her, but I feel like I MUST buy her in order to win PvP matches and if I don't, my winrate will be greatly lowered. So, am I right? Is Nausica a must in PvP?

Wiwade on Nov 16, 2018 wrote:

Well, hello there! I am Wiwade,AKA Stormy Isaac (Level 20 ), who is probably going to ask a LOT of questions about the game these days.

I am not new in this game and I have seen a lot of Nausicas in PvP, and people say she is overpowered, or at least the best companion in the game.

I never had a max so I don't know much about her, but I feel like I MUST buy her in order to win PvP matches and if I don't, my winrate will be greatly lowered. So, am I right? Is Nausica a must in PvP?

Are players still saying Nausicca is "OP"? As a musketeer she usually has a low dodge or armor - these are her weak points. She can only use her power attacks when she is right up on an enemy, this leaves her vulnerable to melee attacks. One good chain of relentless/ bladestorm from a buccaneer and she's done.( As an example. )

If you as a swashbuckler can get gear that gives Valor's Armor or Valor's Fort for you to use on her and then use Black Fog ( swashbuckler power learned at level 55 ) then she can usually do well.
She is not a must to win.

Wiwade on Nov 16, 2018 wrote:

Well, hello there! I am Wiwade,AKA Stormy Isaac (Level 20 ), who is probably going to ask a LOT of questions about the game these days.

I am not new in this game and I have seen a lot of Nausicas in PvP, and people say she is overpowered, or at least the best companion in the game.

I never had a max so I don't know much about her, but I feel like I MUST buy her in order to win PvP matches and if I don't, my winrate will be greatly lowered. So, am I right? Is Nausica a must in PvP?

Hello Wiwade!

Nausica is not exactly essential to win a PvP match, but she is quite good. Since you're a Swashbuckler, I would suggest getting companions that boost stats, like El Toro and Fan Flanders. Hide on the first round and boost stats, than use an ability with a guaranteed Critical for great effect.

anecorbie on Nov 17, 2018 wrote:

Are players still saying Nausicca is "OP"? As a musketeer she usually has a low dodge or armor - these are her weak points. She can only use her power attacks when she is right up on an enemy, this leaves her vulnerable to melee attacks. One good chain of relentless/ bladestorm from a buccaneer and she's done.( As an example. )

If you as a swashbuckler can get gear that gives Valor's Armor or Valor's Fort for you to use on her and then use Black Fog ( swashbuckler power learned at level 55 ) then she can usually do well.
She is not a must to win.

I don't know if people still think she is OP but they did before, I was just curious. Thanks!

Wiwade on Nov 18, 2018 wrote:

Well, I don't want to buy a companion unless necessary, I just thought Nausica as a must-have and got curious.

Also, I plan the get Fan on max so she will be level 71-72. But Sarah is always on my first 3, though. Thanks!

For Fan; be prepared for her 3 gold promotions, give First Strike3,Riposte2 or 3, Relentless & Bladestorm. As well as all the dodge and agility you can get. If you seriously want to have her at all times, consider giving her a couple of ranks of "Scrapper" - if she gets defeated, you'll get her back faster!