Layla Build Guide
— Fantastical Evening Star
Cryo
SwordA Rtawahist student who specializes in Theoretical Astrology. Heavily prone to somnambulism and locked in a grinding war with sleep deprivation, the problem of restful slumber is a most troubling one to her.
Layla Best Build & Stat Priority
Layla is a 4-star Cryo Sword character from Sumeru who excels in the Support role. Ascending Layla grants bonus HP%, complementing a stat priority of HP%, CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG. For the Layla Support Build Shield-Bot setup, equip Tenacity of the Millelith (Ridge Watch) with HP% Sands, HP% or Cryo DMG Bonus Goblet, and HP% or CRIT Rate/DMG Circlet. Key of Khaj-Nisut (HP%) is the top recommended weapon, while Fleuve Cendre Ferryman serves as a reliable accessible alternative.
- Layla Support Build Shield-Bot (Support): Tenacity of the Millelith + Key of Khaj-Nisut (HP% / HP% or Cryo DMG Bonus / HP% or CRIT Rate/DMG)
- Layla Sub-DPS Build Cryo and Freeze (Sub-DPS): Tenacity of the Millelith + Key of Khaj-Nisut (HP% / Cryo DMG Bonus / CRIT Rate/DMG)
- All Purpose Layla Sub-DPS Build (Sub-DPS): Tenacity of the Millelith + Key of Khaj-Nisut (HP% / Cryo DMG Bonus / CRIT Rate/DMG)
Main Stats Recommendation
Substats Priority
Layla Ascension & Talent Materials
Best Artifacts for Layla
Tenacity of the Millelith
2-PC: HP +20% 4-PC: When an Elemental Skill hits an opponent, the ATK of all nearby party members is increased by 20% and their Shield Strength is increased by 30% for 3s. This effect can be triggered once every 0.5s. This effect can still be triggered even when the character who is using this artifact set is not on the field.
Alternative Sets & Combos
2-PC: Cryo DMG Bonus +15% 4-PC: When a character attacks an enemy affected by Cryo, their CRIT Rate is increased by 20%. If the enemy is Frozen, CRIT Rate is increased by an additional 20%.
2-PC: Energy Recharge +20%. 4-PC: Increases Elemental Burst DMG by 25% of Energy Recharge. A maximum of 75% bonus DMG can be obtained in this way.
Best Weapons for Layla
Key of Khaj-Nisut
Base ATK: 542 Bonus Stat: HP 66.2% Skill Effect: HP increased by 20%. When an Elemental Skill hits opponents, you gain the Grand Hymn effect for 20s. This effect increases the equipping character's Elemental Mastery by 0.12% of their Max HP. This effect can trigger once every 0.3s. Max 3 stacks. When this effect gains 3 stacks, or when the third stack's duration is refreshed, the Elemental Mastery of all nearby party members will be increased by 0.2% of the equipping character's max HP for 20s
Free-To-Play Alternatives
Other Recommended Weapons
Best Layla Team Compositions
Freeze Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Wriothesley, Furina, Escoffier
Freeze Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Kamisato Ayaka, Shenhe, Sangonomiya Kokomi
Freeze Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Ganyu, Mona, Venti
Physical Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Eula, Shenhe, Kuki Shinobu
Physical Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Layla, Keqing, Fischl, Beidou
Mono Cryo Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Kamisato Ayaka, Shenhe, Kaedehara Kazuha
Mono Cryo Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Ganyu, Shenhe, Kaedehara Kazuha
Melt Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Hu Tao, Yelan, Xingqiu
Melt Team
A Premium team featuring Layla, Diluc, Kaedehara Kazuha, Bennett
Layla Build FAQ
What is the best build for Layla in Genshin Impact?
The optimal Layla Support Build Shield-Bot build for Layla (Support) uses Tenacity of the Millelith farmed in Ridge Watch paired with Key of Khaj-Nisut. Aim for HP% on Sands, HP% or Cryo DMG Bonus on Goblet, and HP% or CRIT Rate/DMG on Circlet, prioritizing HP% > CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > Energy Recharge substats.
What are Layla's best weapons and F2P options?
Layla's best-in-slot weapon is the 5-star Key of Khaj-Nisut (HP%). Strong alternative and free-to-play options include Fleuve Cendre Ferryman (4-star), Skyrider Sword (3-star), Primordial Jade Cutter (5-star), Favonius Sword (4-star).
Which ascension and talent materials does Layla require?
Leveling Layla requires Nilotpala Lotus (local specialty), Perpetual Caliber (world boss drop), Shouki no Kami, the Prodigal (weekly trounce material), and Philosophies of Ingenuity talent books. Character ascension increases HP%.
What are the best team compositions for Layla?
Top recommended teams for Layla include Freeze Team (Layla, Wriothesley, Furina, Escoffier) and Freeze Team (Layla, Kamisato Ayaka, Shenhe, Sangonomiya Kokomi), built around Cryo elemental reactions and Support synergy.
