Key Takeaways
- Xingqiu is the young heir to the Feiyun Commerce Guild, one of the largest trading companies in Liyue. He is also a skilled fighter, trained in the art of the Guhua sword, and an avid consumer of literature.
- His playstyle involves providing Hydro application and damage as a Sub-DPS using his Elemental Burst.
- For Xingqiu, the main stats priority should be ATK%, Hydro DMG Bonus, CRIT Rate/CRIT DMG, and the substats priority should be Energy Recharge, CRIT DMG/CRIT Rate, and Elemental Mastery.
- The most popular weapon for Xingqiu is the Sacrificial Sword, while the best F2P option is the Amenoma Kageuchi.
- Emblem of Severed Fate is widely considered Xingqiu’s best artifact due to its synergy with his kit, but Noblesse Oblige is also a strong alternative that can enhance his burst damage and team support.
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Xingqiu is a 4-star character in Genshin Impact with a playstyle that revolves around his Hydro abilities. He is one of the most powerful and easy-to-get sub-DPS characters in the game, making him a valuable addition to any team composition. His ability to trigger elemental reactions such as Vaporize and Freeze can turn the tide of battle in his team’s favor.
Xingqiu is currently one of the best sub-DPS characters in Genshin Impact (You can check out our sub-DPS Tier List here).
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Introduction Xingqiu
Xingqiu is a Hydro character in Genshin Impact skilled in swordplay and the Guhua Clan’s arts. He is also a member of the Feiyun Commerce Guild, but he secretly pursues his passion for combat. Xingqiu is a serious hero who aspires to embody the chivalry of his favorite novels, but he also has a playful side that can lead to mischief.
Xingqiu Best sub-DPS Build
| Best Weapon | Sacrificial Sword |
| Replacement Weapons | Amenoma Kageuchi |
| Best Artifacts | Emblem of Severed Fate x4 |
| Main Stats | Sands: ATK% or Energy RechargeGoblet: Hydro DMG BonusCirclet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG |
| Substats | Energy Recharge, CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, ATK%, Elemental Mastery |
Xingqiu’s Sub-DPS build requires the Sacrificial Sword or Amenoma Kageuchi as the weapon. Emblem of Severed Fate is his best artifact set. Hydro DMG Bonus on the Goblet, ATK% on the Sands, and either CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG on the Circlet. This allows him to have the best balance of Damage to Crit ratios.
Substats should prioritize Energy Recharge, CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, ATK%, and Elemental Mastery. This build allows Xingqiu to trigger Hydro reactions and provide excellent support for the team.
Best Weapons
| Weapon | Details | |
| Best | Sacrificial Sword | Bonus Stat: Energy Recharge 13.3%Skill Effect: After damaging an opponent with an Elemental Skill, the skill has a 40% chance to end its own CD. Can only occur once every 30s. |
| Second Option | Amenoma Kageuchi | Bonus Stat: ATK 12.0%Skill Effect: After casting an Elemental Skill, gain 1 Succession Seed. This effect can be triggered once every 5s. The Succession Seed lasts for 30s. Up to 3 Succession Seeds may exist simultaneously. After using an Elemental Burst, all Succession Seeds are consumed and after 2s, the character regenerates 6 Energy for each seed consumed. |
Best Signature Weapon
Sacrificial Sword
The Sacrificial Sword is an ideal weapon for Xingqiu because it enhances his Elemental Skill, “Guhua Sword: Raincutter,” with its unique passive skill allowing you to quickly reuse your Elemental Skill which allows him to generate energy faster.
Its bonus stat, Energy Recharge, also helps him generate energy faster and use his Elemental Burst more frequently. This synergy makes Xingqiu very satisfying to play and allows for an almost permanent Elemental Burst uptime when optimized correctly.
Best F2P Weapon
Amenoma Kageuchi
Amenoma Kageuchi is a powerful weapon for Sub-DPS Xingqiu as it provides a bonus stat of ATK 12.0% and has a unique passive skill that can significantly enhance his energy regeneration and damage output.
The Amenoma Kageuchi’s passive skill, “Succession,” provides Xingqiu with Succession Seeds when he uses an elemental skill. These seeds can be consumed after using an Elemental Burst to regenerate 6 energy per seed. The weapon’s passive skill works well with Xingqiu’s elemental skill, “Guhua Sword: Raincutter,” which generates a Succession Seed each time it is used, allowing him to use his Elemental Burst more frequently and regenerate energy quickly.
Xingqiu Best Artifacts
Noblesse Oblige
| Set Pieces | Set Piece Bonus |
| 2-Piece Bonus | Elemental Burst DMG +20%. |
| 4-Piece Bonus | Using an Elemental Burst increases all party members’ ATK by 20% for 12s. This effect cannot stack. |
The Noblesse Oblige artifact set is a great choice for the Sub-DPS role as it enhances your Elemental Burst, “Guhua Sword: Fatal Rainscreen”. The 2-piece bonus increases Elemental Burst DMG by 20%, and a 4-piece bonus boosts the ATK of all party members by 20% for 12 seconds after using an Elemental Burst. This set synergizes well with the sub-DPS role, providing consistent damage and support to your team.
With this, our guide on the best build for Xingqiu ends, featuring recommended weapons and artifacts in Genshin Impact. We trust that you have found this guide informative, and we are open to hearing any feedback or recommendations you may have. To learn more about other top sub-DPS characters in the game, check out our guides on Xiangling and Nahida.
