New beta leaks from Genshin Impact Version 6.6 have fully revealed Nicole’s kit, showcasing a highly complex support character built around ATK scaling, buff transformations, shielding, and Hexerei synergy. Below is a complete point by point breakdown of all her abilities based strictly on leaked data.
Elemental Skill: Revelation Edict: Unmanifest Light (E)
• Deals AoE Pyro DMG on cast.
• Grants all nearby party members the Selfless Boon effect.
• Creates a Blazing Radiance Shield.
Shield Details:
• Absorption scales with Nicole’s ATK.
• Absorbs 250% Pyro DMG.
• Duration: 20 seconds.
Selfless Boon Effect:
• Increases ATK of all affected characters based on Nicole’s ATK.
• Has a scaling cap (ATK Bonus Limit: 330).
• Duration: 20 seconds.
Selfless Boon → Sacred Benediction (Core Mechanic)
Selfless Boon:
• Base buff that increases ATK.
Sacred Benediction (Enhanced State):
• Grants an additional +300 flat ATK.
• Replaces Selfless Boon under certain conditions.
Transformation Conditions:
• Triggered via passive mechanics.
• Triggered if observed character stays on-field for more than 3 seconds.
• Triggered if the observed character is a Hexerei unit.
• Triggered when elemental damage conditions are met.
Important Rule:
• For non-Nicole characters, the buff reverts back to Selfless Boon when they leave the field.
Elemental Burst: Revelation Edict: Pilgrimage of the Heavenly Path (Q)
• Deals AoE Pyro DMG on cast.
• Enters a special state: Silent Contemplation Prayer.
Core Mechanic: Mystic Projections (Quills System)
• When the active character hits enemies, Mystic Projections are triggered.
• These deal AoE Elemental DMG based on the active character’s element.
• Damage scales from the active character’s ATK.
• Considered as damage dealt by that character.
Trigger Details:
• Can trigger once every 3 seconds.
• Maximum 5 triggers during the state.
Additional Info:
• Hexerei characters produce visually different projections.
Stats (Leaked):
• Skill DMG: 316.8%
• Projection DMG: 10% of active character ATK
• Duration: 20 seconds
• Energy Cost: 60
Ascension Passive 1: Shared Grace
• After casting Skill, Nicole observes the active character.
• Observation lasts 3 seconds.
Effects:
• Upgrades Selfless Boon → Sacred Benediction.
• Grants +300 additional ATK during upgrade.
Conditions:
• If another character triggers a Catalyst effect, buff upgrades instantly.
• Buff reverts if characters leave the field.
Ascension Passive 2: Virtuous Devotion
• When active character deals Elemental DMG:
→ Nicole’s own Selfless Boon becomes Sacred Benediction for 8 seconds.
Impact:
• Enables consistent buff uptime during combat rotations.
Additional Passive: Hexerei Interaction
• Unlock condition tied to progression.
Effects:
• Nicole becomes a Hexerei character.
• If team has at least 2 Hexerei units:
→ Activates Secret Rite effect.
Secret Rite Effect:
• Increases Mystic Projection DMG by an amount equal to 150% of Nicole’s ATK.
Utility Passive (Exploration)
• Replaces Charged Attack with a guidance ability.
• Points toward objectives similar to a compass system.
• Does not work in Domains, Spiral Abyss, or Trounce Domains.
Constellations Breakdown:
C1
• Triggers additional Mystic Projection attacks.
• Deals 600% ATK scaling damage.
• Can trigger every 6 seconds.
C2
• Enhances Skill:
• Adds +240 flat ATK (not counted in cap).
• Applies 20% Elemental RES Shred based on character’s element.
• Grants team-wide Blazing Radiance Shield.
C3
• Increases Skill level by +3.
C4
• Introduces Guiding Grace mechanic:
• Grants buffs to Normal, Charged, Plunging, Skill, and Burst DMG.
• Lasts 20 seconds.
• Each character can trigger it every 17 seconds.
• Buff increases 70% of Nicole’s ATK.
• Can trigger up to 8 times.
C5
• Increases Burst level by +3.
C6
• Converts all Selfless Boon into permanent Sacred Benediction.
• Buffs no longer revert.
• Grants 40% DEF Ignore to affected characters.
Overall, Nicole’s full kit suggests a top tier support design focused on ATK scaling, buff transformation, and coordinated damage systems. Her ability to upgrade buffs dynamically and synergize with Hexerei mechanics positions her as a central figure in upcoming team compositions.
As always, it is important to note that all information is based on beta leaks and is subject to change. Values, mechanics, and conditions may be adjusted before the official release of Version 6.6.
