Xinyan’s Artifact and Weapon Guide: Unleash the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fury (Without Facepalming)
So, you’ve picked Xinyan? Good choice? She may not dominate meta charts, but she can shred enemies. Let’s explore equipping Xinyan right. We discuss artifacts and weapons. With Xinyan, getting it right matters. Or you might as well throw rocks. Sometimes that works better.
Artifact Sets: Gearing Up for the Encore
Choosing Xinyan’s artifacts is critical. Fortunately, several decent options can match your playstyle. Let’s break the best sets down, from solid to uniquely spicy.
- The Gold Standard: 2-piece Pale Flame & 2-piece Bloodstained Chivalry (The Generalist Set) If you want a balanced, damage-dealing Xinyan, pick this combo. This set provides reliable boosts. Two Pale Flame pieces give 25% Physical DMG Bonus. Two Bloodstained Chivalry mirror that and add to a total of 50% Physical Damage boost. Given her kit emphasizes physical damage, especially during her Burst, this set becomes critical – her bread and spicy chili peppers.
- Mix-and-Match Mayhem: Gladiator’s Finale & Noblesse Oblige (The Versatile Duo) Feeling rebellious? Use two pieces from Gladiator’s Finale and two from Noblesse Oblige. Gladiator’s Finale gives an 18% ATK boost. Noblesse Oblige enhances Elemental Burst DMG by 20%. This alternative helps both her general attack and burst damage. Versatile choices create noise.
- The Triple Threat: Gladiator’s Finale, Bloodstained Chivalry, & Noblesse Oblige (The “Why Not Both?” Approach) Unsure between attack, physical damage, or burst damage? Grab from all three! Mix Gladiator’s Finale, Bloodstained Chivalry, and Noblesse Oblige. This mixes approaches but may not maximize any aspect of her damage. It’s like trying to play every instrument at once – ambitious yet chaotic.
- The Xianyun Special: 4-piece Viridescent Venerer (Damage Focused, with Xianyun) This niche approach relies on having Xianyun with you. The 4-piece Viridescent Venerer typically benefits Anemo characters to reduce elemental resistance. However, if you want high damage with Xianyun, this could work. Running Anemo-infused pyro strategies can yield good results. But for most builds, consistent options usually work better.
- The Support Savior: 4-piece Noblesse Oblige (If Someone Else Has VV) If another character wields 4-piece Viridescent Venerer, consider using the Noblesse Oblige set on Xinyan. This set benefits the entire team by increasing ATK by 20% after an Elemental Burst. For a support-oriented Xinyan needing a burst buff for the team, this option proves useful.
Artifact Main Stats: The Core Components
After picking your artifact set(s), focus on main stats for each piece. These bold stats matter a lot.
- Sands: ATK% or Energy Recharge For Sands of Eon, go for either ATK% or Energy Recharge. If Xinyan’s Burst doesn’t refresh often enough, grab Energy Recharge. If energy isn’t an issue, ATK% boosts overall damage well. Think of it as choosing between more caffeine or sweetness – energy or strength.
- Goblet: Physical DMG Bonus For the Goblet of Eonothem, it’s almost always Physical DMG Bonus. Since Xinyan mainly deals physical damage, especially with recommended sets, maximizing this bonus is key. There’s no competition; it’s like ordering steak and receiving just that – perfect!
- Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG Finally, for Circlet of Logos, go with CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG. This depends on your crit ratio. Ideally, aim for a 1:2 ratio of CRIT Rate to CRIT DMG (e.g., 50% CRIT Rate, 100% CRIT DMG). If CRIT Rate is low, choose a CRIT Rate Circlet. If it’s decent, but CRIT DMG lacks, choose CRIT DMG Circlet. Balancing these is like tuning your guitar; get it right for better results.
Artifact Substats: The Fine Tuning
Substats are smaller, secondary stats on artifacts. While main stats form a foundation, substats can elevate your build significantly. For Xinyan, prioritize these substats:
- CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG > ATK% > Energy Recharge First priority goes to CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG. These maximize damage output crucially. After that, ATK% boosts both damage and shield strength effectively. Energy Recharge comes last; prioritize if you struggle to achieve Burst consistently after using an Energy Recharge Sands. Substats serve as the extra effects pedals boosting flavor and punch in your performance.
Xinyan’s Scaling: Attack is Key (For More Than Just Damage)
Understanding Xinyan’s scaling aids optimization.
- Shield Strength Scales off ATK Interestingly, Xinyan’s shield strength relies on ATK stat, not DEF or HP like many others. Stacking ATK enhances damage and shield durability. Don’t shy away from ATK; it proves highly valuable. Think of it as a guitar functioning also as a shield – multi-functional.
- Scales off Characters’ CRIT and DMG% Multipliers to Buff Damage Xinyan’s constellations and talents can boost team Physical DMG while these buffs depend on existing CRIT and DMG% multipliers. While not directly scaling Xinyan’s damage, keep this in mind when forming teams. She becomes the amplifier for your band.
Weapon Recommendations: Arming the Rockstar
Next up are weapons. Choosing the right weapon for Xinyan matches artifact importance. Here’s a rundown of solid options from 5-star powerhouses to accessible 3 and 4-star weapons.
- Akuoumaru (4-star, Best Swap Build Weapon) If using Xinyan as swap sub-DPS, Akuoumaru stands out among her best 4-star weapons. An ATK substat complements her while it increases Elemental Burst DMG based on total energy capacity. Swap builds don’t prioritize CRIT Rate much; hence the ATK and DMG Bonus suit her well. It’s like having a custom-built guitar for quick solos.
- Blackcliff Slasher (4-star, Good DPS Weapon) Blackcliff Slasher serves as a solid DPS weapon featuring a CRIT DMG substat. Its passive boosts ATK after defeating an enemy, helpful in mob-heavy scenarios. If you require more CRIT DMG and want general DPS support, this weapon fits well – a reliable guitar getting the job done.
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- 5-Star Options: The Wolf’s Gravestone, The Unforged, & The Skyward Pride A 5-star claymore can make a difference. The Wolf’s Gravestone boosts ATK. The Unforged fits shield-heavy teams and gives great ATK when shielded. The Skyward Pride provides Energy Recharge and boosts DMG post Elemental Burst. These weapons are powerful tools if you possess them.
- Solid 4-Star Alternatives: Prototype Archaic, Whiteblind, Sacrificial Greatsword, & Lithic Blade For reliable 4-star choices, consider Prototype Archaic. It offers a craftable ATK% claymore. Whiteblind is DEF-based and good for shield-focused builds. Sacrificial Greatsword aids Energy Recharge. Lithic Blade helps Geo-heavy teams, raising ATK and CRIT Rate. These are like dependable guitars for performance.
- Skyrider Greatsword (3-star, Budget Option) Even the Skyrider Greatsword can serve as a budget weapon early in the game. Its Physical DMG Bonus substat supports Xinyan’s main damage type. If you’re beginning or need a temporary option, it’s a decent choice. Think of it as your first guitar—practical and useful.
Xinyan’s Roles: DPS, Shielder, or Swap-DPS?
Let’s briefly discuss Xinyan’s roles.
- Physical DPS (Main Role) Xinyan excels as a physical DPS. Her kit focuses on physical damage via her Elemental Burst. Build her around Physical DMG Bonus, CRIT, and ATK for maximum damage output. This is her main focus and strength.
- Shielder (Support Role – Sort Of) Xinyan can provide shielding. You can use her as a shielder. Her shield depends on ATK, which is unique among shielders. Yet, it lacks strength compared to dedicated shielders like Zhongli or Noelle. Purely using her for this role underutilizes her potential.
- Swap Sub-DPS (Alternative Role) Xinyan can act as swap sub-DPS too. Her Elemental Burst deals decent AoE and good physical damage. In a swap comp, quickly use her burst and switch back to your main DPS. Weapons like Akuoumaru enhance this role, like a quick impactful guitar solo.
Does Xinyan Need Crit? (Spoiler: Yes, Mostly)
In most builds for Xinyan, Crit is crucial. However, there’s an exception:
- Swap Build Xinyan (Less Crit Dependent) If focusing on a swap sub-DPS Xinyan with burst damage and Akuoumaru, you can prioritize less CRIT Rate. Focus on ATK and Energy Recharge instead since Akuoumaru provides a notable DMG Bonus. For other DPS builds, CRIT remains vital.
So there you have it. Equipping Xinyan is not complex, but grasping her scaling, roles, and available options is essential for inclusion in your Genshin Impact team. Now go out and let loose the rock ‘n’ roll power! Just maybe practice before your performance.
