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The best Genshin Impact Xiao buildLearn how to put together the best possible Xiao build
Learn how to put together the best possible Xiao build
Want to learn how to create the best Xiao build in Genshin Impact?Anemo Polearm user Xiao is an adeptus and the last remaining member of the Yakshas dispatched to fight demons. His cold, edgy demeanor is a result of spending most of his time isolating himself from humans. Don’t worry, though: he also has a soft spot for Almond Tofu and the Traveler (and he’s perfect with almost any team comp!). While other Anemo characters likeVentifocus more on crowd control abilities, Xiao’s strength is in his damage, making him a great main DPS.
This guide will show you how to create the best Xiao build inGenshin Impact. Below we’ll cover everything you need to know about Xiao, including wishing, weapons, artifacts, ascension materials, talents, abilities, and constellations.
Character Demo - “Xiao: Doombane” | Genshin ImpactWatch on YouTube
Character Demo - “Xiao: Doombane” | Genshin Impact
Best Genshin Impact Xiao build for main DPS
Best weapon: Primordial Jade Winged-Spear
Alternative:Skyward Spine
Xiao’s at his best when he has thePrimordial Jade Winged-Spear, which grants its user a hefty attack bonus.Skyward Spineis also a great 5-star option thanks to its well-rounded set of buffs. Since 5-star weapons are tedious to obtain,Blackcliff PoleandDeathmatchare solid 4-star alternates that both grant impressive attack bonuses as well.
Best artifacts: Gladiator’s Finale
Alternative:Viridescent Venerer
Xiao’s best artifacts depend on what you’re planning on using him for. If you’re going to rely on Xiao as a main DPS and use his physical attacks,Gladiator’s Finalemakes a great set of 4 since it buffs Polearm users’ damage. If you’re planning on using Xiao for his Anemo abilities, try theViridescent Venererset, which provides versatile Anemo buffs. If you don’t have access to any 5-star artifacts, you can count on theBerserkerset, which boosts CRIT Rate.
When choosing stat priorities on Xiao’s artifacts, the following stats and substats are the ones to look out for to maximise his build:
Talent priority: Bane of All Evil (Elemental Burst)
Secondary:Whirlwind Thrust (Normal Attack)
When building Xiao, try to level hisElemental Burstup to around level 7 first. After prioritizing this, focus on leveling up hisNormal Attackfirst and then finish leveling his Burst to achieve a strong sense of balance.
Party composition
5* alternative:Jean replacing Sucrose on support
It can be hard to find a good sub-DPS for an Anemo DPS like Xiao, but luckilyNingguangticks all the boxes for this particular composition: a flexible Geo DPS/sub-DPS character at 4* rarity, who’s even a promoted character on Xiao’s current banner to boot. Furthermore, pairing her up on this team with Noelle triggers a resonance that significantly improves the team’s defences.
How to level up Xiao in Genshin Impact
Ascension Materials
To fully ascend Xiao, you’ll need the following materials:
You’ll likely have to make more than a few trips to the Anemo Hypostasis to obtain Vayuda Turquoise. Additionally, Juvenile Jade can be obtained from Primo Geovishaps and Qingxins can be found growing on Liyue’s highest peaks.
Best Xiao build: Talents
To fully level up Xiao’s talents, you’ll need 9 Teachings of Prosperity, 63 Guides to Prosperity, 114 Philosophies of Prosperity, 18 Slime Condensates, 66 Slime Secretions, 93 Slime Concentrates, 18 Shadow of the Warriors, and 3 Crowns of Insight. Breaking that down per skill, you’ll need the following to level up any of his talents all the way:
Constellations
Unfortunately for Xiao mains, Xiao’s Constellations aren’t the best. If you’re planning on using Xiao as a main DPS and you’ve got a ton of extra money to throw at Mihoyo, Constellation 6 Xiao’s Anemo abilities are greatly improved. However, wishing for his other Constellations isn’t really recommended. Go big or go home! Here’s what all of Xiao’s constellations have to offer:
How to get Xiao in Genshin Impact
Xiao is an event-exclusive character, so he’s only available at certain times. Surprisingly, after an 11-month-long absence from the gacha following his debut, Xiao had three very regularly-timed reruns in January and June of 2022, and January of 2023. He is now once again unavailable, and it remains to be seen if the pattern will continue for his next rerun.
If you’re planning to pull for Xiao during his nextbanner rerun, check out our guide ongetting charactersto learn the best ways to prep, or ourcodes listto get some freePrimogems!
That’s all the info we’ve got on Xiao! Why not check out ourcharacter tier listto see which other characters are good to wish for?
