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Who is Vanessa Enoteca?
anessa Enoteca is a fascinating character in "Black Clover," an anime and manga series. She's a carefree member of the Black Bulls, a quirky magic knight squad in the Clover Kingdom. Vanessa's magic, known as the "Red Thread of Fate," allows her to manipulate destiny, adding a strategic element to her already unique character.
As you follow Vanessa's adventures, you'll discover her complex past and the challenges she's faced, which contribute to the depth of her character. The Black Bulls, known for their misfit members, bring humor and camaraderie to the series.
"Black Clover" itself is a captivating mix of magical battles, intricate character development, and a touch of humor. The story revolves around Asta, a boy born without magic aspiring to become the Wizard King in a world where magic is everything. The series weaves together individual backstories, including Vanessa's, creating a rich narrative tapestry.
Vanessa Enoteca's Role
Vanessa plays a crucial role as a supporter in the party. Her specialty lies in enhancing the durability of the team, making her an excellent choice for those looking to bolster their defenses. Let's delve into her key abilities:
- Durability Enhancement: Vanessa's support skills include buffs like "increase defense," "continuous damage removal," "absolute defense," and "blessing of protection." These abilities collectively contribute to fortifying the team's staying power, allowing them to withstand enemy attacks more effectively.
- Absolute Defense: One standout feature is the "absolute defense" buff, which enables Vanessa to mitigate all incoming attacks. This makes her an invaluable asset in situations where the team needs a reliable shield against various threats.
- Blessing of Protection: Another noteworthy ability is the "blessing of protection," where Vanessa not only reduces enemy attacks but also provides a healing effect. This dual-purpose skill not only lessens the impact of incoming damage but also contributes to the overall health regeneration of the team.
Considering her role, it's important to note that while Vanessa can be part of a bond formation with SR Finral, it might lead to a party imbalance with half of the members serving in supportive roles. This could potentially result in a shortage of firepower, as Finral's support abilities primarily focus on boosting damage.
Ultimately, Vanessa's strength lies in her ability to fortify the team's defenses, making her an indispensable choice for those seeking a reliable supporter with a focus on durability and survival.
Recommended Skill Pages
| Skills Page | Reason for Recommendation |
|---|---|
oath of protection | ・Motif skill page ・Added penetration resistance buff to skill II ・When using skill II, damage reduction buff is applied to allies with low physical strength |
Insatiable spirit of inquiry | ・When using Skill II, give a buff to increase total attack power to allies with high total attack ・In addition to durability, it can also support firepower. |
womanizing personality | ・When using Skill II, there is a chance of a buff that increases action power ・Increases Vanessa's own number of actions |
Recommended Equipment Sets
When it comes to equipment, focus on defense since Vanessa doesn't benefit much from attack. A combination of the Ice Manor Vestige set for increased max HP and a defensive set for enhanced defenses is a good choice. Alternatively, consider sets that provide defense and HP.
For substats, prioritize HP, defense, and resistance to critical hits. Avoid magical attack stats as they don't contribute much to Vanessa's effectiveness.
| equipment set | set effect |
|---|---|
deep sea secrets | [2 sets] At the start of WAVE, gives the wearer a [Speed 56% increase] buff for 2 turns [4 sets] [Speed 5 increase] |
Great merchant's trade goods | [2 sets] [Defense power increased by 30%] [4 sets] [Defense power increased by 40%] [Toughness 8%] |
Mysterious tree in full bloom | [2 sets] [Defense power increased by 250] [4 sets] [Defense power increased by 20%] |
Remnants of the ice mansion | [2 sets] [Maximum physical strength increased by 7%] [4 sets] At the start of each turn, [recover] physical strength by 10% of maximum physical strength |
scorching sky | [2 sets] [Maximum physical strength increased by 2,000][4 sets] [Maximum physical strength increased by 10%] |
Base and Maximum Stats
| Stats | Early (SR) | Maximum (LR) |
|---|---|---|
| ATK | 136 | 1,710 |
| MATK | 410 | 5,129 |
| DEF | 363 | 5,737 |
| HP | 3939 | 49,248 |
| ACC | 205 | 205 |
| DMG RES | 226 | 234 |
| CRIT DMG | 50.00% | 50.00% |
| CRIT RES | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| SPD | 106 | 110 |
| PEN | 101 | 101 |
| ENDURANCE | 66 | 76 |
Skills and Passives
- Skill 1 - Basic Attack: Vanessa's basic attack isn't the main source of damage. It focuses on increasing the precision of a teammate with the highest attack. While not dealing substantial damage itself, it enhances the overall effectiveness of your team's damage output.
- Skill 2 - Divine Blessing: Vanessa's Skill 2 is a game-changer. When activated, it grants a blessing to all allies, significantly increasing their defense. At level 2, this bonus reaches an impressive 140%. Additionally, there's a chance to remove two stacks of damage-over-time effects from allies. This skill not only boosts your team's survivability but also cleanses harmful debuffs.
- Skill 3 - Divine Protection: Skill 3 complements Skill 2, offering two blessings. The first is a total defense boost, reducing the damage your team takes. The second is a protective blessing, providing a chance to heal a percentage of max HP when attacked. Combining these blessings with the defense boost from Skill 2 makes Vanessa's team incredibly resilient.
Skill I: Thread Whip
Strikes the thread like a whip, dealing damage to one enemy.
・Gives [Lv.2 Accuracy Increase] buff to the ally with the highest attack power for 2 turns
| Lv.2 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
|---|---|
| Lv.3 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
| Lv.4 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
| Lv.5 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
Skill II: Thread binding magic
A string assist magic that unites allies, giving a buff to all allies.
・Applies [Lv.2 defense power increase] buff to all allies for 2 turns
・40% chance to remove 2 [Continuous Damage] from allies
| Lv.2 | [Continuous damage removal] activation rate +10% |
|---|---|
| Lv.3 | [Continuous damage removal] activation rate +10% |
| Lv.4 | [Continuous damage removal] activation rate +10% |
| Lv.5 | [Continuous damage removal] activation rate +10% |
Motif skill page
Special move: Guiding thread
Gives a buff to all allies with a thread imbued with magic (mana).
・Applies [Absolute Defense] buff to all allies for 2 turns
・Applies [Blessing of Protection] buff to allies with a 60% chance for 2 turns
| Lv.2 | [Blessing of protection] +10% |
|---|---|
| Lv.3 | [Blessing of protection] +10% |
| Lv.4 | [Blessing of protection] +10% |
| Lv.5 | [Blessing of protection] +10% |
Combined Attack
Work together with your partner to damage one enemy.
・Applies [Lv.3 Defense Penetration] buff to your and your partner's attacks
| Lv.2 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
|---|---|
| Lv.3 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
| Lv.4 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
| Lv.5 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
United Attack with Finral
Vanessa and Finral create a giant dome out of thread that damages all enemies.
・Gives [Lv.3 damage reduction increase] buff to all allies for 2 turns
| Lv.2 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
|---|---|
| Lv.3 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
| Lv.4 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
| Lv.5 | Skill attack power +5%, skill magic power 5% |
Enhanced Passive
[2 convex]
- At the start of the turn, there is a 20% chance that it will be applied to you [remove 1 debuff]
[5 convex]
- At the start of the turn, there is a 30% chance that it will be applied to you [remove 2 debuffs]
Talents
Regarding talents, increase magical attack and potentially boost critical rate. For the blue talents, consider Longevity for defense and critical resistance. You might choose between increased defense or max HP, depending on your overall strategy. In the support talents, the Recovery of Skill 2 acceleration and Bonus of PS +1 are interesting choices. Test them to see what works best for your playstyle.
