Neverness to Everness Standard Banner Free Selector: Who Should You Pick?

Hey there, future Esper!

So you're about to step into the dazzling, chaotic, and utterly mesmerizing streets of Hethereau. The antique shop "Ebony" is waiting, the supernatural anomalies are piling up, and your journey as an unlicensed "Phenomenon Hunter" is about to begin. Exciting, right?

But before you dive headfirst into this urban fantasy, there's one BIG decision you need to make: Who are you taking home from the Standard Banner's free S-rank selector?

Don't worry—I've got your back. Let's break this down so you can start your adventure with absolute confidence.

What Exactly Is the "Free Standard Selector"?

First things first—let's talk about how this works, because Neverness to Everness does things a little differently (and honestly, way more generously) than most games out there.

The game has two main banner types: Limited Banners(featuring rotating S-rank characters) and the"Chance Encounter" Standard Banner. Here's the kicker: for new players, if you don't pull an S-rank character within your first 50 pulls on the Standard Banner, you get to PICK ANY STANDARD S-RANK CHARACTER FOR FREE.

Yes, you read that right. No RNG, no hoping for the best—just a straight-up "choose your fighter" moment . This is insanely generous compared to most gacha games, where you'd just cry into your wallet after getting the wrong character.

Important note: There's also a 20-pull starter banner that gives you a guaranteed S-rank between Mint and Sakiri. So technically, you can walk away from day one with TWO S-rank characters if you play your cards right!

Now, let's meet the six characters you can choose from.

Meet the Standard Banner S-Rank Roster

The standard banner currently features six S-rank Espers, each with unique elements, playstyles, and roles. Let's break them down one by one.

Sakiri – The Crowd-Control Queen

Element: Incantation

Role: Support / Crowd Control

Sakiri is a pint-sized powerhouse with a giant personality—and an even bigger companion. She fights alongside a massive one-eyed creature called "Onimaru," which she literally swings around like a hammer. The combat feels weighty and satisfying, perfect for players who love that heavy-hit sensation .

What Makes Her Special:

• Vacuum Cleaner Mode:Her skill can group enemies together and even swallow lower-level mobs whole (long press for instant digestion—brutal!)
• Mobility King:She can ride Onimaru for fast travel andabsorb obstaclesin the overworld. Yes, you heard that right—she can just... suck up barriers
• Team Player:Her ultimate deals AoE damage and suppresses enemies, while her assist skill boosts the entire party's attack power

City Trait: Boosts your café business—increases meal prices and reduces ingredient consumption

Best For: Players who want a versatile support that makes overworld exploration a breeze. She's basically a Swiss Army knife with a cute face.

Jiuyuan – The Dual-Wielding Gunslinger

Element:Anima

Role:Damage / Ranged DPS

Jiuyuan is one of the few gun-wielding characters in the early game, and she's got style for days. She fights with twin pistols, mixing mid-range shots with up-close finishers .

What Makes Her Special:

• Range Flexibility:Her basic attacks have good range, and you can aim down sights for precision shots
• "Deadly Rose" Mechanic:Her skill builds special bullets that mark enemies, causing them to take continuous damage over time
• Anti-Air Capable:She can even target airborne enemies—a godsend against flying pests

City Trait: Reduces vehicle repair and modification costs—perfect if you're planning to spend lots of time cruising around Hethereau

Best For: Players who prefer ranged combat and want a reliable DPS that can handle pretty much any situation.

Baicang – The Pure Damage Monster

Element: Incantation

Role: Main DPS / Hypercarry

Baicang is the captain of E.T.D's 4th Squad, and he's got the skills to back up that title. He fights using cursed commands ("spells") with attack ranges longer than standard melee characters .

What Makes His Special:

• Three-Curse Mechanic:He applies different marks ("Blessing," "Silence," "Curse") through various attack patterns, each triggering bonus damage
• Ultimate Execution:His ultimate creates a damage field with a built-inexecutionmechanic—any normal enemy under 10% HP (or 5% for bosses) gets instantly deleted
• Pure Offense:His entire kit is designed around dealing maximum damage. No gimmicks, just big numbers

City Trait: Increases shop foot traffic and reduces ingredient consumption

Best For: Players who want a straightforward hypercarry that can carry them through most content. If you're a "unga bunga, big damage" type, this is your guy.

Daffodil – The Elegant Blade Dancer

Element: Chaos

Role: Damage / Combo Specialist

Daffodil is the cool, collected bodyguard of the Ebony antique shop. She wields twin blades and moves with the kind of fluid grace that makes you feel like you're watching an action movie .

What Makes Her Special:

• Uninterrupted Combos:Dodging doesn't break her attack sequence—so you can weave in and out without losing momentum
• Stacking Mechanic:Every time teammates use assist skills, she builds stacks that empower her skill damage
• Ultimate Transformation:Her ultimate changes her form, increases damage, and gives her an extra teleport ability

City Trait: Increases shop foot traffic and reduces ingredient consumption

Best For: Players who value style and satisfying combo gameplay. She rewards skill and patience, making her a favorite for those who love mastering character mechanics.

Hathor – The Smooth Operator

Element: Lakshana

Role: Damage / Motorcycle Enthusiast

Ask any beta tester about the "best-feeling character," and Hathor's name will come up constantly. She fights with wings and physical techniques, and her animations are buttery smooth .

What Makes Her Special:

• Fluid Combat:Her five-hit basic attack chain feels incredibly responsive
• MOTORCYCLE ULTIMATE:She summons a bike and just... runs enemies over. It's as satisfying as it sounds
• "Flash Delivery" Stacks:Perfect dodges and skill usage build stacks that empower her skill damage

City Trait: Enhances the "City Delivery" system—increases delivery missions and can even auto-complete them at max level

Best For: Players who prioritize combat feel and fun factor. If you want a character that just feelsgoodto play, Hathor is your pick.

Fadia – The Immovable Tank

Element: Psyche

Role: Survival / Damage Mitigation

Fadia wields a massive tombstone-like cross, and she's here to make sure nobody on her team dies. Her attacks are slow and heavy, but that's not why you're bringing her .

What Makes Her Special:

• Damage Redistribution:She takes a portion of damage meant for teammates—the lower her HP, the more she protects
• Damage Reflection:Her skill reflects incoming damage back at attackers for a short window
• Ultimate Self-Heal:Her ultimate heals her while changing her attack pattern
• Emergency Button:When her HP drops critically low, her ultimate instantly recharges. She just won't die.

City Trait: The only character withtwocity traits—increases shop foot traffic AND boosts "Swallow Express" delivery income

Best For: Players who want a reliable tank for high-difficulty content. Fadia is future-proof—she'll be relevant when endgame content drops.

 

So... Who Should You Actually Pick?

This is the million-dollar question. And honestly, there's no single "right" answer—it depends on what you value most. But here are four frameworks to help you decide.

1. If You Want the Strongest DPS

Pick: Baicang

His damage output is simply unmatched among the standard roster. The execution mechanic on his ultimate makes him invaluable for clearing content efficiently, and his curse mechanics reward proper play . If you're a min-maxer who just wants the biggest numbers, Baicang is your guy.

Alternative:If you prefer ranged combat, Jiuyuan is a solid second choice.

2. If You Want the Best Exploration Experience

Pick: Sakiri

Listen, you're going to spend a LOT of time running around Hethereau. Sakiri's ability to ride Onimaru and absorb obstacles makes traversal not just faster, but genuinely fun. She also doubles as a fantastic support for combat .

Alternative:Hathor's motorcycle ultimate is also great for mobility, though it's tied to her ultimate gauge.

3. If You Value Combat Feel and Style

Pick: Hathor or Daffodil

Both of these characters offer incredible combat experiences, just in different ways. Hathor is the smoothest character in the game—beta testers couldn't stop talking about her . Daffodil offers a higher skill ceiling with her combo weaving and transformation mechanics.

Decision point:Pick Hathor for immediate satisfaction; pick Daffodil if you love mastering complex kits.

4. If You're Thinking Long-Term

Pick: Fadia

Tanks are always in demand. While the standard DPS characters may get power-crept by future limited banners, a good survival-focused character like Fadia will remain relevant for difficult endgame content. Plus, her dual city traits mean she's also the most valuable for your in-city economy .

Alternative:Sakiri's support kit also has strong longevity potential.

 

Pro Tips From a Gacha Veteran

Before you lock in your choice, here are some golden rules I've learned from years of gacha suffering:

1. DON'T Pick Immediately

I know it's tempting, butwait. Play through the main story first—you'll get to test most of these characters through trial stages . You might fall in love with someone's playstyle that you didn't expect!

2. See What You Pull First

You have 50 pulls before the selector kicks in. You might naturally pull one of these characters during that process. Nothing feels worse than using your selector on someone only to pull them two minutes later .

3. Save Your Currency for the Limited Banner

The first limited banner features Nanally, a lightning-cat girl who's shaping up to be incredibly strong . Don't blow all your resources on standard pulls just to trigger the selector faster.

4. Consider Elemental Reactions

Neverness to Evernesshas an elemental combo system where different elements interact . Think about what team you want to build—picking a character whose element complements your future pulls can pay off big time.

 

Final Thoughts

Neverness to Evernessis shaping up to be something special. The urban fantasy setting, the unique character designs, the genuinely generous gacha system —it all adds up to an experience worth getting excited about.

The standard selector is just the beginning. Whether you're executing bosses with Baicang, cruising through the city on Hathor's motorcycle, or refusing to let your team die as Fadia, you're in for a great ride.

See you in the city, Esper! 🚀