The best holders are Solid characters who can convert the post-Ultimate ATK window into real damage. This page explains why Hotori, Jiuyuan, Zero, and Haniel are treated differently.
Use this table as a decision filter, then read the character notes below.
| Character | Fit | Why it works | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotori | Strong | Good candidate when built as a Solid damage dealer and no stronger signature Arc is available. | Test her post-Ultimate combo before maxing the Arc. |
| Jiuyuan | Strong | Can value CRIT Rate and a direct ATK window when the rotation keeps damage after Ultimate. | Compare against any dedicated or character-specific Arc you own. |
| Zero | Good | Flexible Solid option, especially for accounts that need a non-signature damage Arc. | Good early or mid-game holder if your current Arc is weak. |
| Haniel | Situational | Can be considered if the final build is damage-oriented and uses the 10-second window. | Do not select the Arc only for Haniel without testing. |
The ranking method looks at type, role, rotation, and opportunity cost.
Fluff of Fearlessness is a Solid Arc, so Solid characters are the natural starting point. Type compatibility alone is not enough. The character also needs to value damage stats and actually use the ATK buff window.
A support-leaning Solid character may prefer utility or team-focused effects. A true damage dealer is usually a better target.
The Arc rewards what happens after the Ultimate. If a character's main damage happens before the Ultimate or after a long delay, the effect is less efficient. If the character casts Ultimate and then continues a burst combo, the fit is much stronger.
This is why rotation testing matters more than a static tier list.
A character may be a good holder in theory but a poor choice for your account if they already have a better Arc. The best recommendation is the one that improves your actual roster today.
Before selecting or upgrading, compare the holder's current Arc, available materials, and team role.
Hotori is one of the clearest candidates when built as a main damage dealer.
Hotori can make use of a direct damage package when the player lacks a stronger dedicated Arc. CRIT Rate helps stabilize output, while the ATK buff rewards staying active after Ultimate.
If Hotori is your main Solid damage dealer, Fluff of Fearlessness gives her an understandable upgrade path without depending on a signature option.
Test whether Hotori's important hits land inside the 10-second buff window. Do not rely only on the character page or a ranking. A small rotation mismatch can change the recommendation.
If her dedicated Arc is available and upgraded, compare both in the same content before spending more materials.
Hotori players benefit most when they are early or mid-game and lack better S-Rank alternatives. Endgame players should be more demanding and compare exact performance.
If the Arc stays useful even after future upgrades, it becomes a safe investment.
These characters can use the Arc in different account scenarios.
Jiuyuan is a strong candidate when the build wants a Solid damage Arc and the player can align Ultimate timing with the buff window. If his rotation makes good use of the 10 seconds, the Arc is easy to justify.
However, if you own a stronger dedicated Arc for him, compare before upgrading Fluff further.
Zero works as a flexible option for accounts that need a non-signature damage Arc. This is especially relevant when the account has limited S-Rank choices and wants a practical bridge into stronger content.
The Arc should still be tested against any current option Zero is using.
Haniel is situational because the final value depends on role and build. If Haniel is being used for damage and the rotation uses the window, the Arc can be considered. If Haniel is not a primary damage holder, the priority drops.
A situational rating means test before spending, not that the Arc is unusable.
Bad fits are just as important as good fits.
If the character's main job is healing, enabling, or utility, Fluff of Fearlessness may not solve the role's problem. Damage stats can look attractive but still be a low-value upgrade.
Use a role-appropriate Arc instead if the team needs consistency, energy, or utility more than damage.
If a character already owns a powerful dedicated Arc, Fluff becomes a backup or second-team option. It can still be useful, but it is not automatically the best holder.
The practical question is whether it changes content results, not whether it has good stats in isolation.
These notes add actual character-facing value rather than repeating generic selection advice.
Hotori is the easiest character to understand as a Fluff of Fearlessness holder because the recommendation is built around a clear damage role. If she is the character you actively play and you lack a stronger dedicated Arc, the combination of CRIT Rate and post-Ultimate ATK has obvious value. The Arc gives her a stable stat profile while leaving the player free to solve other build stats through gear.
The risk is overcommitting before testing her rotation. If Hotori's important hits happen inside the 10-second buff window, the Arc performs as intended. If her strongest damage is delayed by setup or animation timing, the value drops. For this reason, Hotori should be tested in the same team you plan to use long term, not only in a training scenario.
Jiuyuan is another strong candidate, but his evaluation should be more comparison-driven. If the account owns a character-specific Arc that supports his kit more directly, that option may win. If the account does not own such an option, Fluff of Fearlessness becomes a practical non-signature route because it gives him a general burst package that is easy to build around.
The most important test is whether Jiuyuan remains the active damage source after Ultimate. If the rotation uses Ultimate and then continues attacking, the Arc's timing can fit. If the rotation shifts damage responsibility to another teammate, Fluff becomes less efficient even though the stats still look good.
Zero is best viewed as a flexible user rather than the reason you must select the Arc. For early and mid-game accounts, that flexibility can be valuable. A player with limited S-Rank options may use Fluff of Fearlessness to give Zero a stable damage setup while stronger, more specialized options are still missing.
For late-game accounts, Zero needs a clearer reason to hold it. If Zero already has a better Arc or is not part of the main rotation, Fluff may be better reserved for a more active Solid damage dealer. The recommendation depends on usage frequency as much as theoretical fit.
Haniel is listed as situational because the Arc's value depends heavily on final role. If Haniel is built for damage and the team plan lets Haniel attack during the 10-second window, Fluff of Fearlessness can be tested. If Haniel is being used for support, setup, or another role that does not convert the buff into damage, the Arc becomes a lower priority.
This is a good example of why a tier label should not be treated as a final verdict. Situational does not mean unusable. It means the player needs to prove the build before spending a limited selector or expensive materials.
Use a consistent framework when the roster expands.
New characters should not be added to the best holder list only because they are popular. The first check is whether they are compatible with the Arc type and whether their intended role is damage. If a character is not a damage dealer, Fluff of Fearlessness usually starts as a low-priority option.
Role matters because the Arc gives personal damage value. A support character may be strong overall but still be a poor holder for this specific Arc.
The second check is timing. Cast Ultimate, continue the normal rotation, and see whether the character's important attacks land inside the buff window. If they do, the character deserves testing. If they do not, the Arc may be statistically strong but mechanically awkward.
This test should be repeated with the character's real team because buffs, swaps, and setup requirements can change the practical window.
A new character may use Fluff of Fearlessness well but still prefer a signature or specialized Arc. The ranking should mention this clearly instead of claiming the same item is always best. Players need to know whether Fluff is a best choice, a fallback, or a temporary bridge.
Opportunity cost also includes materials. If a character will not be used often, the Arc may not deserve high investment even if the fit is acceptable.
These examples explain the character table in more concrete terms.
For Hotori, the key question is whether the rotation continues with meaningful damage after Ultimate. If yes, the Popping Candy window can cover the part of the sequence that matters. If the rotation spends too much time preparing or swapping, the Arc loses value.
Players should test Hotori with the support setup they actually use. A solo test may not reflect real timing in a full team.
For Jiuyuan, compare the Arc against any dedicated option you own. If his main sequence lines up with the ATK window, Fluff is a strong non-signature candidate. If another Arc supports his specific mechanics more directly, the result may change.
The best conclusion comes from repeated runs, not one lucky critical hit.
Zero can use the Arc as a flexible damage option when alternatives are limited. Haniel needs more caution because the role may not always be damage-focused. The same Arc can feel good or poor depending on how the character is actually used.
This is why the page separates strong, good, and situational instead of ranking every holder as universally recommended.
Use these holder notes together with the ranking table.
Hotori is the clearest holder when she is already your active damage dealer and no stronger dedicated Arc is available. Fluff of Fearlessness gives her CRIT Rate for consistency and an ATK window after Ultimate.
Test her normal team rotation. If her important hits land during the 10-second Popping Candy window, the Arc is doing real work. If the window is spent on setup, the recommendation weakens.
Jiuyuan can be a strong holder, but he should be compared against any character-specific Arc you already own. If his damage continues after Ultimate, the Arc's timing can fit well.
Use repeated runs rather than one lucky critical hit. The best conclusion comes from consistent rotation results.
Zero is best viewed as a flexible account patch. Early and mid-game players with limited S-Rank options may get strong value from giving Zero a stable Solid damage Arc.
If Zero is not part of an active team, the same Arc may be better reserved for a character you play more often.
Haniel is situational because the value depends on final role. If Haniel is damage-oriented and uses the 10-second window, the Arc can be tested.
If Haniel is support-first or setup-focused, Fluff of Fearlessness is usually not the priority.