Ice vs Imaginary Character Comparison

The Herta vs Mydei

The Herta is a Ice Erudition — The Herta is an Ice Erudition unit and Emanator who deals massive AoE Ice damage scaling with Interpretation stacks and a second Erudition teammate. Mydei is a Imaginary Destruction — Mydei is an Imaginary Destruction unit who consumes his own HP to enter the Vendetta state and deal huge HP-scaling damage with built-in sustain. For your roster, The Herta contributes erudition value while Mydei covers destruction.

VS
The Herta
VS
Mydei

Damage Profile

The Herta
Mydei
Ice Light Cone — best Into the Unreachable Veil (signature)
— Even
Imaginary Light Cone — best Flame of Blood, Blaze My Path (signature)
9.5/10 — best Erudition AoE DPS.
✓ The
9/10 — premier HP-scaling DPS.

Team Fit

The Herta
Mydei
The Herta + Jade + Robin + Aventurine.
— Even
Mydei + Sunday + Luocha.
Erudition
— Even
Destruction

Ease of Play

The Herta
Mydei
Ice Erudition
— Even
Imaginary Destruction

🎯 Verdict

If you need a erudition-style option, The Herta (Tier S) is the stronger pull. Mydei (Tier S) is the better pick when you already cover that role or want the cheaper account fit. Both are viable 2026 options.

Which One Should You Choose?

If you need a erudition-style option, The Herta (Tier S) is the stronger pull. Mydei (Tier S) is the better pick when you already cover that role or want the cheaper account fit. Both are viable 2026 options.

Consider your account when deciding. Look at the units and weapons you already own, the teams you already have built, and the content you struggle with most. Both The Herta and Mydei are strong — the right choice depends on which fills a bigger gap in your roster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Herta or Mydei better?

There is no universal answer — The Herta wins in Damage Profile and Team Fit and Ease of Play scenarios where their kit shines, while Mydei is stronger in others. Use the comparison tables above to match each option's strengths to your specific needs.

Which one is better for F2P players?

Both options are viable at base constellation with their F2P alternatives. Check each option's dedicated guide for the best budget builds and teams to see which one fits your account's current roster.