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The mystical realm of Teyvat has been graced with the presence of Lyney, the enigmatic magician from Fontaine, in the Genshin Impact 4.0 update. As the first 5-star character hailing from Fontaine, Lyney brings a fiery combination of Pyro elemental mastery and bowmanship. This guide delves into the best builds and team compositions to harness Lyney's arcane prowess to its fullest potential.
Mastering Lyney's Abilities
Lyney is a bow user whose true power lies in his charged attacks, which not only deal damage but also summon Grin-Malkin Hats that taunt enemies. His elemental skill, "Bewildering Light," clears Prop Surplus stacks, dealing AoE Pyro DMG, healing him based on his Max HP, and enhancing the damage based on the cleared stacks. His elemental burst, "Wondrous Trick: Miracle Parade," transforms him into a Grin-Malkin Cat, raining Pyro damage and concluding with an explosive AoE Pyro burst.
Lyney's Optimal Weapon and Artifacts
To maximize Lyney's potential, "The First Great Magic" is the recommended weapon, as it synergizes perfectly with his ability to generate stacks of Prop Surplus. This bow enhances charged attack damage and grants ATK% boosts based on the number of Pyro characters in his team. Other notable options include "Thundering Pulse" and "Aqua Simulacra," both featuring exceptional crit damage substats to amplify his prowess.
For artifacts, the "Marechaussee Hunter" set shines as the ideal choice. It bolsters both normal and charged attack damage, and its four-piece bonus increases CRIT Rate when the current HP changes, allowing for strategic synergy with Lyney's abilities. Additionally, two-piece sets like "Crimson Witch of Flames" and "Gladiator's Finale" can bolster his Pyro damage and overall ATK. Prioritize substats that emphasize attack, Pyro damage, and crit damage to amplify his fiery might.
Crafting the Perfect Team
Creating a harmonious team to complement Lyney's talents is crucial. Optimal partners include:
Bennett: As a versatile support, Bennett enhances Pyro damage and provides healing.
Xiangling: With her Pyro abilities and Elemental Burst, Xiangling contributes additional AoE Pyro damage.
Sucrose/Kazuha: These Anemo characters aid in crowd control and elemental reactions.
Dehya/Zhongli/Layla: Introduce a defensive element to the team to ensure Lyney's safety during battles.
Fine-tuning Your Lyney Build
To refine Lyney's capabilities further, focus on stat distribution and enhancements. Prioritize building his artifacts with ATK on Timepiece, Pyro DMG Bonus on Goblet, and Crit Rate/DMG on Circlet. Sub-stats should emphasize increasing Crit Rate, Crit DMG, and ATK values. Ascending Lyney requires resources from Fontaine, making his journey both challenging and rewarding.
