Kjera may exude a serene demeanor, but don't let her calm facade deceive you—she's a formidable 5-star Mech-Accord Caster in Arknights, capable of locking down and eliminating foes with a surprising degree of control. Introduced as the welfare Operator during the Break the Ice event, Kjera offers a distinctive approach to Arts damage, utilizing her drone companion to scale damage the longer it targets an enemy. Her unique blend of consistent DPS and crowd-control elements makes her a valuable addition to teams seeking reliable, scalable ranged Arts output.

Unlike the burst-focused Casters in this strategic game, Kjera adopts a more methodical approach. Her basic attacks may not pack the hardest punch initially, but her short attack interval combined with her drone's escalating power makes her increasingly dangerous as battles prolong. With the right setup, she can match the performance of Core Casters of similar rarity. What's more, being a free Operator through her guidebook or Record Restoration, she's an excellent choice for both new and returning players.

Operator Overview

Kjera is part of the Mech-Accord branch, utilizing a drone that delivers Arts damage starting at 20% of her ATK and increasing by 15% with each consecutive hit on the same target, up to a maximum of 110%. This mechanism, paired with her rapid attack rate, provides impressive sustained DPS, particularly effective against stationary or slow-moving enemies. She is acquired not through banners or gacha, but via her guidebook or Record Restoration.

Her system thrives on targeting consistency. The longer her drone focuses on a single enemy, the more her damage escalates. This makes her ideal for dealing with bosses or mini-bosses that linger within her range. However, any forced retargeting resets the ramp-up, so strategic positioning and control are crucial.

Kjera synergizes well with Operators who can lower enemy RES or apply Freeze, enhancing the Cold effect from her S2. Additionally, ATK or ASPD buffs indirectly boost her drone’s effectiveness.

Recommended Synergy:

• Slowers like Angelina or Istina: Extend Cold durations and reduce escape chances
• Freezers like Gnosis: Stack control effects for guaranteed freezes
• Tanky Defenders like Saria: Pin enemies down for drone lock-on consistency
• ATK Buffers like Warfarin or Shamare: Boost her and her drone’s base damage

When deploying Kjera, be mindful of her positioning. Her talent requires melee tiles within her range, so carefully scout the map layout and choose deployment zones that satisfy this condition without compromising coverage.

Kjera is a quietly potent force. With her drone's slow-building pressure, potential for Cold debuffs, and reliable team-friendly setup, she far exceeds expectations for a welfare unit. Whether you're using her for consistent lane control or strategic boss damage, she delivers exceptional results when placed and built strategically.

For enhanced map control and precise drone management, consider playing Arknights on PC with BlueStacks. The improved visuals and quick response time facilitate better positioning, skill timing, and steady drone pressure, even through the most challenging stages.