GODDESS OF VICTORY: Yukiko Build Guide: Skills, Stats, Gear & Teams

The Persona collaboration has descended upon GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE, bringing with it a trio of beloved characters from across three generations of the acclaimed RPG series.

Yukiko Amagi—heiress to the Amagi Inn, member of the Investigation Team, and wielder of the Persona Konohana Sakuya—has arrived as an SSR Burst III Attacker. Armed with the Crimson Bloom machine gun and attuned to the Fire element, Yukiko brings something rare to NIKKE's roster: a damage dealer that also heals. She channels the same hybrid offense-support identity that made her one of Persona 4's most powerful magic users.

If you're planning to pull for Yukiko—or already have and want to build her properly—this guide breaks down everything you need to know. We'll cover her skills, stat priorities, Harmony Cubes, team compositions, and whether she's worth your gems. No Shadow negotiations required—Yukiko already has her battle plan ready.

Is Yukiko Worth Pulling?

Yukiko Amagi is a strong pick if you're looking for a limited Fire DPS with built-in sustain, or if you simply want to complete the Persona 4 Golden collection.

For new players, Yukiko can be a game-changer. She fills two roles in one slot—damage dealer and healer—which is invaluable when your roster is still developing. Her MG weapon type is forgiving for players learning positioning and burst rotation.

For experienced players, Yukiko's value depends on your existing Fire roster. She performs well as a standalone unit, but she truly shines when paired with Queen (Makoto). The two share powerful synergistic buffs that elevate both characters significantly. If you already have strong Fire DPS options like Modernia or Scarlet, consider whether Yukiko's hybrid healing offers enough utility to justify the investment.

For Persona fans and collectors, Yukiko is a must-pull. She's a limited collaboration character available only during the Persona on Frontline event. Once her banner closes on September 10, 2026, she's not expected to return.

The bottom line: If you're pulling for Queen (Makoto), pulling Yukiko as well unlocks their full potential. If you can only afford one, some players argue Yukiko is the better standalone choice. She's flexible, self-sufficient, and brings a unique combination of damage and healing that few other Attackers can match.

Yukiko Overview

Attribute	Details
Rarity	SSR
Class	Attacker
Burst	III
Code	Fire
Weapon	Crimson Bloom (MG)
Ammo	Unknown (MG-type)
Manufacturer	Abnormal
Affiliation	Investigation Team
Persona	Konohana Sakuya
CV	Ami Koshimizu
Main Role	Fire DPS / Hybrid Healer
Acquisition	Limited Recruitment (Aug 20 – Sep 10, 2026)

Yukiko Amagi is a member of the Investigation Team formed by students from Yasogami High School in Persona 4 Golden. As the daughter of the manager of the renowned Amagi Inn, she is training to become its next heir. Though quick-witted, she can struggle to read the room and occasionally comes across as airheaded—a charm that translates well into her NIKKE incarnation.

In NIKKE, Yukiko wields the Crimson Bloom machine gun and belongs to the Fire code. Her kit channels Konohana Sakuya's fire and healing abilities from the original game, making her an Attacker who can restore allies while dealing damage.

 

Yukiko Skills

Yukiko's kit is built around a rare hybrid identity: she deals damage and heals simultaneously. Her skills provide consistent team recovery while her Burst Skill amplifies both sides of her kit.

Normal Attack

Deals damage with the Crimson Bloom machine gun. As an MG user, Yukiko fires sustained volleys, making her effective at building Burst gauge and applying consistent pressure.

Skill 1: Persona: Konohana Sakuya

■ Activates every 3 seconds. Affects all allies.

Heals all allies for a percentage of Yukiko's final Max HP.

At skill level 10, combined with her Skill 2, Yukiko restores 15.4% of her final Max HP to all allies every 3 seconds. This continuous healing makes her one of the few Attackers capable of sustaining a team through prolonged fights.

Skill 2: Crimson Bloom

■ Activates when using Burst Skill. Affects all allies.

Triggers an additional heal that activates every 3 seconds.

This skill works in tandem with Skill 1, effectively doubling Yukiko's healing output during her Burst window. The consistent recovery helps keep your team healthy while she focuses on dealing damage.

■ Also provides synergy with Queen (Makoto).

Yukiko's Skill 2 activates the "Follow Up" buff mentioned in Makoto's Skill 1 (Persona: Johanna). This means when Yukiko uses her Burst Skill, she triggers additional effects for Makoto, creating a powerful feedback loop between the two characters.

■ Additionally, both characters' Skill 2 abilities provide ATK buffs to all allies in Persona state.

Burst Skill: Maragidyne or Konohana Sakuya Assault

■ Affects all enemies.

Deals heavy distributed damage to all enemies.

■ Affects self and allies.

Enhances Yukiko's attacking and healing abilities.

When Yukiko enters Full Burst, she unleashes a powerful attack on all enemies while simultaneously empowering her offensive and recovery capabilities. This burst window is where Yukiko's hybrid nature truly shines—she deals damage, heals her team, and sets up synergies with Makoto all at once.

 

Yukiko Best Gear & Stats

Yukiko is a Machine Gun user, so her build should prioritize stats that improve her sustained damage output and healing effectiveness.

Stat Priority

ATK > Max Ammo > Fire Elemental Damage > Hit Rate > Reload Speed > Critical Rate > Critical Damage > DEF > HP

ATK is the most important stat for Yukiko. It directly increases her damage output and, if any of her healing scales off ATK (common in NIKKE), it improves her recovery as well.

Max Ammo is crucial for MG users. Machine Guns fire in long volleys, and more ammo means fewer reload interruptions. This directly translates to higher sustained DPS.

Fire Elemental Damage is valuable when fighting enemies weak to Fire. Given Yukiko's Fire code, this stat amplifies her damage against the right targets.

Hit Rate helps ensure more MG rounds connect. MGs can suffer from spread, so additional hit rate improves consistency.

Reload Speed reduces downtime between volleys. For MG users, this translates to higher overall damage output.

Important Note: Some sources suggest that for characters with "last bullet" mechanics, ammo-increasing options may be less effective. However, Yukiko's kit revolves around sustained healing procs every 3 seconds, so maintaining uptime with Max Ammo remains valuable.

 

Yukiko Best Harmony Cube

Resilience Cube is the recommended option for Yukiko. It increases Reload Speed, allowing her MG to spend less time reloading and more time attacking and healing. For MG users, reload speed is a primary throughput stat.

Bastion Cube provides ammo refund while firing. If you have Overloaded equipment with Max Ammo rolls, Bastion Cube becomes an excellent choice. It helps Yukiko stay on the field longer without interruption.

Wingman Cube offers additional Max Ammo capacity. This is a solid fallback option if you don't have access to the other cubes.

For general use, aim to level your core cubes (Resilience, Bastion, Wingman) to at least level 7 for the best value.

 

Yukiko Best Teams

The right team can help Yukiko maximize her damage and healing potential. Here are three team compositions that work well with her.

Persona Synergy Team (Recommended)

Focus: Maximizing Yukiko + Makoto synergy

Main DPS	Synergy DPS	Burst I Support	Burst II Support	Flex
Yukiko Amagi	Queen (Makoto)	Liter	Crown	Flex DPS / Healer

This is thepremium Persona team. Yukiko and Makoto share powerful synergistic buffs that elevate both characters significantly. Makoto's Skill 1 "Follow Up" buff activates through Yukiko's Skill 2, and both provide ATK buffs to allies in Persona state.

Literprovides cooldown reduction and ATK buffs.Crownbrings powerful team-wide buffs and survivability—and she pairs exceptionally well with Yukiko's continuous healing, as Crown benefits from healing-triggered buffs.

This team is ideal for single-target boss fights, Solo Raid content, and any content where Fire damage is valuable.

Yukiko Solo Carry Team

Focus: Yukiko as primary damage dealer and healer

Main DPS	Burst I Support	Burst II Support	Sub DPS	Flex
Yukiko Amagi	Liter	Crown	Modernia / Scarlet	Flex

Yukiko can function perfectly well without Makoto. This team uses her as the primary Fire DPS while she also sustains the team through her healing.

Modernia or Scarlet provide additional damage, while Liter and Crown form the core support backbone. This team works well for general PvE content and Campaign progression.

 

Yukiko vs. Queen (Makoto): Who to Pull?

Since Yukiko and Makoto arrive on separate banners, many Commanders face the question: who should I pull for?

Pull for Makoto if:

• You want a pure Fire DPS with high self-buffs
• You're a Persona 5 Royal fan
• You plan to pull Yukiko later for the synergy

Pull for Yukiko if:

• You need a Fire DPS and a healer in one slot
• You can only afford one collaboration character
• You're a Persona 4 Golden fan
• You value flexibility and self-sufficiency

Pull for both if:

• You want the full Persona experience
• You have the gems or mileage tickets
• You want to unlock their maximum potential

As one player noted:"If Makoto is literally dead without Yukiko, Yukiko can easily fit into any Fire content team". The synergy between the two is undeniable, but Yukiko stands on her own more effectively than Makoto does without her partner.

 

How to Get Yukiko

Yukiko Amagi is available through Limited Time Recruitment.

• Banner Opens: August 20, 2026 at 5:00 UTC+9
• Banner Closes: September 10, 2026 at 4:59:59 UTC+9
• Method: Limited Pick Up Recruitment banner

Like all collaboration units, Yukiko is limited and not expected to enter the regular recruitment pool after the event ends.

Free Costume

Yukiko's Amagi Inn Kimono costume is available for free when you obtain Yukiko from her banner.

 

Conclusion

Yukiko Amagi walks into NIKKE with her Crimson Bloom MG, her Persona Konohana Sakuya, and a very particular set of skills. She's not just another Fire DPS—she's a hybrid attacker who heals her team while burning enemies to ash. In a game where most damage dealers are pure offense, Yukiko's ability to sustain her team while dealing damage sets her apart.

For new players, she's a two-in-one solution that can carry you through content that would otherwise require separate DPS and healer slots. For veterans, she's a flexible addition to Fire teams and an essential piece of the Persona synergy puzzle alongside Makoto. And for collectors? She's limited. She's beautiful. She's Yukiko Amagi from Persona 4 Golden. What more could you want?

Stack ATK and Max Ammo, pick Resilience or Bastion Cube, and slot her into a team that lets her shine—whether that's alongside Makoto for maximum synergy or as a solo carry in Fire-weak content. She may not redefine the meta, but she'll earn her place in your roster.