Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju)

Kafka Hibino (The Man Who Became a Kaiju)

Attacker
Shot
Handgun

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Kafka Hibino [The Man Who Became a Kaiju] is an A-tier Attacker with a unique transformation mechanic that shifts his role mid-battle. He begins as a Shot-type DPS, but after using his first Ultimate, he permanently transforms into his Kaiju form, changing into a Blunt-type Attacker for the remainder of the fight.

Kafka’s defining strength lies in this transformation. Upon entering Kaiju form, his Combat Skill becomes an AoE Attack, significantly improving his ability to handle multiple enemies. This makes him especially effective in wave-based stages or encounters with clustered foes. Because his transformation lasts until the end of battle, it’s generally optimal to activate his Ultimate early to maximize uptime in Kaiju form.

While his base form is more straightforward, his Kaiju state enhances his offensive presence and gives him better coverage in mob-heavy content. The shift from Shot to Blunt typing also allows him to adapt to different enemy resistances after transforming, adding flexibility to team building.

Best Weapons

HG-Beetle 15
#1
HG-Beetle 15
Handgun
HG-Xmas25
#2
HG-Xmas25
Handgun
Standard Handgun
#3
Standard Handgun
Handgun

Active Skills

Skill 1: 1% Shot | Inhuman Fist

Shot | Blunt
  • Deals Shot DMG equal to 55% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju.
  • Post-Transformation Skill - Inhuman Fist - Deals Blunt DMG equal to 55% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju.
Charge: 66
Range: ST Attack → ST Attack

Skill 2: Wholehearted Support | Overwhelming Roar

Shot | Blunt
  • Deals Shot DMG equal to 89% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju.
  • After attacking - 1. Has a 100% base chance to apply DEF -16% (1 turn(s)) to the target. 2. Applies SPD +16% (1 turn(s)) to this unit.
  • Post-Transformation Skill - Overwhelming Roar - Deals Blunt DMG equal to 64% of this unit's ATK to all Kaiju.
Charge: 99
Range: ST Attack → AoE Attack

Skill 3: Transformation | Acquired Fighting Style

Blunt
  • Enters Kaiju form.
  • Recover this unit's HP equal to 100% of Max HP.
  • Kaiju form - 1. This unit's HP +44% and SPD +10. 2. Normal Attack, Combat Skill, Ultimate, and Follow-Up Skill become post-transformation skills. 3. This unit's next Action Order advances by 100%. 4. Weapons are considered unequipped. 5. Lasts until the end of the battle and cannot be removed.
Range: Enhance → ST Attack

Follow-Up Skill: Experienced Support | Earth-Shaking Blow

Shot | Blunt
  • Deals Shot DMG equal to 55% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju.
  • Post-Transformation Skill - Acquired Fighting Style - Deals Blunt DMG equal to 66% of this unit's ATK to a single Kaiju.
Charge: 60
Range: ST Attack → ST Attack

Passive Skill

Unorthodox Fighting Spirit

  • At the start of battle, applies Effect Hit Rate +20% (3 turn(s)) to this unit.
  • While in Kaiju form, this unit's ATK +55% and DEF +22%.

Passive Skills

Battle-Ready Stance

Lv. 40
  • After activating Ultimate [Transform], this unit's Ultimate Gauge +60.

Kaiju Vitals

Lv. 60
  • After activating Follow-Up Skill, applies Effect RES +15% (2 turn(s)) to this unit.

Guts to Step Up

Lv. 80
  • When attacking a Kaiju that has 50% or more remaining HP, this unit's CRIT Rate +16%.

Ascension

A1

Resolution of a Defense Officer

  • While in Kaiju form, this unit's ATK +10%.
A2

Strength Beyond Imagination

  • While in Kaiju form, this unit's Combat Skill DMG dealt +10%.
A3

Steady Training

  • Ultimate, Follow-Up Skill Lv. +2.
  • Ultimate, Follow-Up Skill max Lv. +2.
A4

Partial Transformation

  • At the start of battle, applies Ultimate Gauge Charge Rate +20% (2 turn(s)) to this unit.
A5

Promise of Childhood Days

  • Normal Attack, Combat Skill, Passive Skill Lv. +2.
  • Normal Attack, Combat Skill, Passive Skill max Lv. +2.
A6

Mastered Strength

  • After activating Normal Attack or Combat Skill in Kaiju form, applies Blunt DMG dealt +5% to this unit. Max 3 stack(s).