Azur Lane Scylla: Class, Skills, Gear, Best Fleets

HMS Scylla, a Super Rare (SR) 6-star light cruiser in Azur Lane, is a proud member of the Royal Navy's Dido-class. She made her grand entrance during the "Revelations of Dust" event and can be obtained through limited construction. Scylla stands out with her superior anti-air capabilities and supportive skills, making her an invaluable addition to any fleet composition. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into her class, abilities, and gear recommendations to help players harness her full potential. Let's dive in!

Scylla – All Skills Explained

Like other ships in Azur Lane, Scylla boasts three unique abilities designed to wreak havoc on your adversaries. Here's a breakdown of her skills:

How Pathetic – Whenever Scylla unleashes her Main Guns, her Firepower (FP) and Anti-Air (AA) stats surge by 1.5% (up to a maximum of 5%) per stack, stacking up to six times. Once she reaches full stacks, she bestows a 15% (up to 25%) AA boost to all Vanguard ships with lower AA stats than hers for the entire battle.

Scylla’s Embrace – At the outset of battle, if other ships are present in the Vanguard, Scylla’s Torpedo (TRP) and Evasion (EVA) stats rise by 10% (up to 20%). When she fires her torpedoes, she unleashes a special barrage (damage scales with skill level), and enemies struck by this barrage suffer a 6% increase in aircraft damage for 6 seconds. Moreover, if six enemy aircraft are downed within the Vanguard’s AA gun range, allied carriers (CVs and CVLs) enjoy a 5% (up to 15%) damage reduction while Scylla remains afloat.

All Out Assault – This skill activates a special barrage every 15 (down to 10 at max level) Main Gun attacks. If equipped with a Destroyer (DD) Main Gun, the activation requirement drops to six attacks.

Gear Recommendations for Scylla

To optimize Scylla’s performance, consider the following equipment choices:

Main Gun: A Destroyer Main Gun can expedite the activation of her All Out Assault skill, enabling more frequent barrages.

Torpedoes: Opt for high-damage torpedoes to leverage her torpedo efficiency and the special barrage triggered by her “Scylla’s Embrace” skill.

Anti-Air Guns: Given her high AA stat and role, equipping the most effective AA guns will bolster her ability to safeguard the fleet from aerial threats.

Auxiliary Equipment: Choose items that enhance her AA capabilities or boost her survivability, such as AA radars or repair tools.

Class and Role in Fleets

As a Dido-class light cruiser, Scylla specializes in anti-air defense within the Vanguard. Her skills not only amplify her own combat prowess but also offer substantial support to the fleet, particularly in strengthening AA defenses and mitigating damage to carriers.

Best Fleet Compositions for Scylla

Scylla thrives in fleets that capitalize on robust anti-air support and can exploit her synergies with carriers. Consider these fleet configurations:

Carrier-Centric Fleets: Pairing Scylla with carriers harnesses her “Scylla’s Embrace” skill to reduce incoming damage to these crucial units, enhancing fleet resilience.

Vanguard Combinations: Combining Scylla with other light cruisers or destroyers that have complementary skills can forge a balanced Vanguard adept at tackling both aerial and surface threats.

In summary, HMS Scylla is a versatile light cruiser whose skills and stats render her a formidable anti-air asset and a supportive force in various fleet compositions. Equipping and positioning her strategically within a fleet can dramatically boost overall performance, especially in scenarios with heavy aerial opposition.

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