Shikanoin Heizou Build Guide
— Analytical Harmony
Anemo
CatalystA young prodigy detective from the Tenryou Commission. His senses are sharp and his thoughts are clear.
Shikanoin Heizou Best Build & Stat Priority
Shikanoin Heizou is a 4-star Anemo Catalyst character from Inazuma who excels in the DPS role. Ascending Shikanoin Heizou grants bonus Anemo DMG Bonus, complementing a stat priority of CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK%. For the Anemo CRIT DPS setup, equip Viridescent Venerer (Valley of Remembrance) with ATK% Sands, Anemo DMG Bonus Goblet, and CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG Circlet. Tulaytullah's Remembrance (CRIT DMG) is the top recommended weapon, while Flowing Purity serves as a reliable accessible alternative.
- Anemo CRIT DPS (DPS): Viridescent Venerer + Tulaytullah's Remembrance (ATK% / Anemo DMG Bonus / CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG)
- Swirl DPS (DPS): Viridescent Venerer + Tulaytullah's Remembrance (Elemental Mastery / Elemental Mastery / Elemental Mastery)
Main Stats Recommendation
Substats Priority
Shikanoin Heizou Ascension & Talent Materials
Best Artifacts for Shikanoin Heizou
Viridescent Venerer
2-PC: Anemo DMG Bonus +15% 4-PC: Increases Swirl DMG by 60%. Decreases opponent's Elemental RES to the element infused in the Swirl by 40% for 10s.
Alternative Sets & Combos
2-PC: Anemo DMG Bonus +15% 2-PC: ATK +18%
2-PC: Elemental Burst DMG +20%. 4-PC: Using an Elemental Burst increases all party members' ATK by 20% for 12s. This effect cannot stack.
Best Weapons for Shikanoin Heizou
Tulaytullah's Remembrance
Base ATK: 674 Bonus Stat: CRIT DMG 44.1% Skill Effect: Normal Attack SPD is increased by 10%. After the wielder unleashes an Elemental Skill, Normal Attack DMG will increase by 4.8% every second for 14s. After hitting an opponent with a Normal Attack during this duration, Normal Attack DMG will be increased by 9.6%. This increase can be triggered once every 0.3s. The maximum Normal Attack DMG increase per single duration of the overall effect is 48%
Free-To-Play Alternatives
Other Recommended Weapons
Best Shikanoin Heizou Team Compositions
Heizou Taser Team
A Premium team featuring Shikanoin Heizou, Yelan, Yae Miko, Kuki Shinobu
Heizou Taser Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Shikanoin Heizou, Xingqiu, Ororon, Kuki Shinobu
Heizou Main DPS Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Shikanoin Heizou, Faruzan, Bennett, Furina
Heizou Hyperbloom Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Shikanoin Heizou, Xingqiu, Nahida, Kuki Shinobu
Heizou Hyperbloom Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Shikanoin Heizou, Yelan, Traveler_Anemo, Kuki Shinobu
Heizou International Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Shikanoin Heizou, Xingqiu, Xiangling, Bennett
Shikanoin Heizou Build FAQ
What is the best build for Shikanoin Heizou in Genshin Impact?
The optimal Anemo CRIT DPS build for Shikanoin Heizou (DPS) uses Viridescent Venerer farmed in Valley of Remembrance paired with Tulaytullah's Remembrance. Aim for ATK% on Sands, Anemo DMG Bonus on Goblet, and CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG on Circlet, prioritizing CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK% > Elemental Mastery substats.
What are Shikanoin Heizou's best weapons and F2P options?
Shikanoin Heizou's best-in-slot weapon is the 5-star Tulaytullah's Remembrance (CRIT DMG). Strong alternative and free-to-play options include Flowing Purity (4-star), Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers (3-star), Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (5-star), Solar Pearl (4-star).
Which ascension and talent materials does Shikanoin Heizou require?
Leveling Shikanoin Heizou requires Onikabuto (local specialty), Runic Fang (world boss drop), Magatsu Mitake Narukami no Mikoto (weekly trounce material), and Philosophies of Transience talent books. Character ascension increases Anemo DMG Bonus.
What are the best team compositions for Shikanoin Heizou?
Top recommended teams for Shikanoin Heizou include Heizou Taser Team (Shikanoin Heizou, Yelan, Yae Miko, Kuki Shinobu) and Heizou Taser Team (Shikanoin Heizou, Xingqiu, Ororon, Kuki Shinobu), built around Anemo elemental reactions and DPS synergy.
