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Penny build guide

Penny is a Lightning Main DPS / Sub DPS. Prioritize Awakening A1 for a smoother rotation; A2 for off-field damage. Focus stats on Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk.

Lightning · Main DPS / Sub DPS · Last verified 2026-08-12 · All characters · Lightning builds

Penny build recommendations

Last verified: 2026-08-12

Penny can lead the rotation or add damage from a shorter field window.

Penny is a main DPS lightning character in an element that is filled with some of the strongest characters in the game.

Quick setup

Role
Main DPS / Sub DPS
Element
Lightning
Recommended awakening
A1 for a smoother rotation; A2 for off-field damage
Stat focus
Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk
Skill priority
Skill > BA > Ult > Support

What to prioritize

Recommended awakening
A1 for a smoother rotation; A2 for off-field damage
Signature priority
Compare this after your core build is set
Skill priority
Skill > BA > Ult > Support
Target stats
Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk
Stat priority
Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk

How the build plays

Damage8 / 10
Field timeVariable
SupportNone
BreakingMid
A07 / 10

Input sequence

  1. Use BA3, dash, Charged Basic Attack, BA3, then Skill. Repeat or switch out.

Artifacts

Primary
Shadow Lotus
Alternative
Suffocating Darkness

Shadow Lotus is her signature. Suffocating Darkness is the shared Lightning artifact if you run multiple Lightning characters.

Monsterlings

Keep this slot flexible until you have a Monsterling effect that fits the character's job.

Team options

Lightning team

  • Penny (main Lightning DPS)
  • Yeonhwa (support)
  • Francis (heal)

Minimize Yeonhwa and Francis field time; concentrate control on Penny for consistent Lightning damage.

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Common questions

Is Penny worth building in MONGIL: STAR DIVE?

Penny is a Lightning Main DPS / Sub DPS. Prioritize Awakening A1 for a smoother rotation; A2 for off-field damage. Focus stats on Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk.

What Awakening should I prioritize for Penny?

Recommended Awakening for Penny: A1 for a smoother rotation; A2 for off-field damage.

What stats does Penny need?

Target stats: Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk. Priority order: Boss Damage / Weak / CDmg / Lightning or Atk.

What is the best rotation for Penny?

Use BA3, dash, Charged Basic Attack, BA3, then Skill. Repeat or switch out.

Who pairs well with Penny?

Lightning team: Penny (main Lightning DPS), Yeonhwa (support), Francis (heal). Minimize Yeonhwa and Francis field time; concentrate control on Penny for consistent Lightning damage.

Character details

  • ElementLightning
  • ClassFighter
  • Community roleMain DPS / Sub DPS
  • Rarity5 star
  • RangeRanger
  • ReleaseGlobal Release [1.0]

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