In the ever-evolving world of Penacony, where dreams and debt collectors collide, one quantum whip-wielder has carved out a niche for herself. Jade, the elegant yet ruthless sub-DPS from Version 2.3, operates on a simple principle: you break the rules, she breaks your kneecaps—figuratively, through relentless follow-up attacks. While her debut was fashionably late in Phase 2, she arrived with a toolkit perfectly suited for the follow-up attack meta that had players buzzing. Without the right gear and team, however, she's about as threatening as a soggy newspaper. So, let's whip her into shape.

Best Light Cones For Jade: Prioritize Offensive Mayhem

Finding a Light Cone for Jade is like picking the right accessory for a heist: it needs to be flashy, effective, and leave a mark. As a sub-DPS whose damage scales off classic offensive stats, you'll want a weapon that screams 'pain.' The ideal stats to chase are CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, and ATK, with SPD and Energy Regeneration Rate being delightful cherries on top. Any bonus to follow-up attacks? That's the whole cake.

Here’s a quick rundown of her top weapon choices:

Light Cone	Rarity	Why It's Good for Jade	Best For...
Yet Hope Is Priceless	5★ (Signature)	+16% CRIT Rate, massive follow-up DMG boost, DEF ignore.	The ultimate, tailor-made luxury.
Before Dawn	5★ (Jing Yuan's)	+26% CRIT DMG, boosts Skill/Ult DMG, huge follow-up buff.	Premium players without her signature.
Eternal Calculus	5★ (Herta's Store)	Free! Stacking ATK% and SPD buffs on multi-hits.	F2P champions and savvy planners.
The Birth of the Self	4★	Solid generalist option with ATK and DMG bonuses.	Early game or before getting a 5-star.

Yet Hope Is Priceless is, unsurprisingly, her masterpiece. It's not just a stat stick; it's a statement piece that increases her CRIT Rate and makes her follow-up attacks ignore a chunk of enemy DEF. If your Stellar Jade stash is crying, Jing Yuan's Before Dawn is a spectacular understudy, offering a hefty CRIT DMG boost and a powerful follow-up damage buff. For those saving their funds, the free Eternal Calculus from Herta's store is a shockingly good option, especially at Superimposition 5, where hitting multiple enemies turns Jade into a speed demon with a rapidly climbing ATK stat.

Best Team Comps For Jade: Follow-Up Frenzy & Flexible Friends

Jade's ideal home is in a team where follow-up attacks are the main event. Think of it as a coordinated dance of pain, and she's the choreographer collecting a 'fee' from every move. Her best partner in crime is Dr. Ratio, the premier follow-up attack main DPS. Together, they can turn any enemy into a pincushion. For support, Robin is the top-tier choice, amplifying the team's damage with her buffs. Now, here's the twist: Jade's Debt Collector mechanic makes the team lose HP. So, forget the shielders—bring a powerful healer like Luocha or Huohuo to keep everyone from an early checkout.

But what if you don't have the premium follow-up crew? Fear not! Jade is surprisingly adaptable. She can slot in as a sub-DPS for characters like Blade, whose HP-loss mechanics weirdly synergize with her Debt Collector, creating a high-risk, high-reward playstyle. Just make sure your healer is on their A-game for this volatile combo.

• Premium Follow-Up Team: Dr. Ratio (Main DPS), Jade (Sub-DPS), Robin (Support), Luocha/Huohuo (Healer).

• F2P-Friendly Variant: Can use Herta or other 4-star follow-up units, but expect a noticeable power dip.

• Flex Sub-DPS Team: Blade (Main DPS), Jade (Sub-DPS), Bronya/Ruan Mei (Support), Healer.

Best Relics, Ornaments, & Stats: Dressing for Success

Outfitting Jade is where you min-max her from 'capable' to 'catastrophic.' The Relic meta has been kind to her, with recent sets fitting like a glove.

Relic Set: The Wind-Soaring Valorous is her current best-in-slot. The 2-piece gives a nice ATK% boost, and the 4-piece effect is the real prize: after a follow-up attack, her Ultimate damage gets a massive 30% increase for one turn. It directly fuels her damage cycle.

Ornament Set: Duran, Dynasty of Running Wolves is a match made in heaven for follow-up teams. Every time an ally launches a follow-up attack, Jade gets a stack of 'Merit,' each boosting her own follow-up damage. At five stacks, she also gets a juicy 25% CRIT DMG boost. In the right team, she'll be at max stacks faster than you can say 'debt collection.'

When farming for pieces, your stat priority should look like this:

1. Body: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG (Aim for a 1:2 ratio)

2. Feet: SPD (Getting more turns means more Debt Collector triggers)

3. Planar Sphere: Quantum DMG Boost

4. Link Rope: ATK% (Energy Regeneration Rate is a good alternative if her Ultimate feels slow)

Sub-stats to cherish: CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate > ATK% > SPD. A sprinkle of Energy Regeneration Rate never hurts.

Trace (Skill) Priority: Investing in Pain

Leveling Traces can be a resource nightmare, but for Jade, the path is clear. You must feed her follow-up attacks first.

Priority Order:

1. Talent (Highest Priority) 🚀: This governs her Debt Collector and follow-up attack mechanics. Max this first; it's the core of her kit.

2. Ultimate (High Priority) 💥: Her secondary nuke and a key part of her damage rotation.

3. Skill & Basic Attack (Medium Priority) ⚔️: Level these together at a similar pace after the main two are in a good spot. The Skill has some utility, but the Basic Attack is less critical.

Overall, building Jade in 2026 is more accessible than ever. With powerful, readily available Relic sets and several Light Cone options—from her signature to the free Herta store special—gearing her up is straightforward. The real challenge lies in assembling her ideal follow-up attack dream team. But even outside of that, her flexibility as a sub-DPS ensures she won't be collecting dust in your roster. Just remember: a poorly built Jade is about as useful as a credit collector with no ledger. Don't let that be her fate!