Yanfei Build Guide
— Wise Innocence
Pyro
CatalystA well-known legal adviser active in Liyue Harbor. A brilliant young lady in whose veins runs the blood of an illuminated beast.
Yanfei Best Build & Stat Priority
Yanfei is a 4-star Pyro Catalyst character from Liyue who excels in the DPS role. Ascending Yanfei grants bonus Pyro DMG Bonus, complementing a stat priority of ATK%, CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate. For the Pyro Main DPS setup, equip Crimson Witch of Flames (Hidden Palace of Zhou Formula) with ATK% Sands, Pyro DMG Bonus Goblet, and CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG Circlet. Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (CRIT Rate) is the top recommended weapon, while Flowing Purity serves as a reliable accessible alternative.
- Pyro Main DPS (DPS): Crimson Witch of Flames + Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (ATK% / Pyro DMG Bonus / CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG)
- Charged Attack DPS (DPS): Crimson Witch of Flames + Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (ATK% / Pyro DMG Bonus / CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG)
- Shield Support (C4) (Support): Crimson Witch of Flames + Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (Energy Recharge / HP% / HP%)
Main Stats Recommendation
Substats Priority
Yanfei Ascension & Talent Materials
Best Artifacts for Yanfei
Crimson Witch of Flames
2-PC: Pyro DMG Bonus +15%. 4-PC: Increases Overloaded, Burning, and Burgeon DMG by 40%. Increases Vaporize and Melt DMG by 15%. Using an Elemental Skill increases 2-Piece Set effects by 50% for 10s. Max 3 stacks.
Alternative Sets & Combos
2-PC: ATK +18%. 4-PC: When casting an Elemental Skill, if the character has 15 or more Energy, they lose 15 Energy and Normal/Charge/Plunging Attack DMG is increased by 50% for 10s. This effect will not trigger again during that duration.
2-PC: Increases Elemental Mastery by 80. 4-PC: Increases Charged Attack DMG by 35% if the character uses a Catalyst or a Bow.
Best Weapons for Yanfei
Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds
Base ATK: 608 Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate 33.1% Skill Effect: Increases Movement SPD by 10%. When in battle, gain an 8% Elemental DMG Bonus every 4s. Max 4 stacks. Lasts until the character falls or leaves combat
Free-To-Play Alternatives
Other Recommended Weapons
Best Yanfei Team Compositions
Vaporize Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Yanfei, Xingqiu, Bennett, Kaedehara Kazuha
Vaporize Team
A Premium team featuring Yanfei, Yelan, Sangonomiya Kokomi, Sucrose
Overloaded Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Yanfei, Fischl, Chevreuse, Kujou Sara
Burn Team
A Premium team featuring Yanfei, Emilie, Bennett, Zhongli
Burgeon Team
A F2P-friendly team featuring Yanfei, Xingqiu, Nahida, Bennett
Yanfei Build FAQ
What is the best build for Yanfei in Genshin Impact?
The optimal Pyro Main DPS build for Yanfei (DPS) uses Crimson Witch of Flames farmed in Hidden Palace of Zhou Formula paired with Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds. Aim for ATK% on Sands, Pyro DMG Bonus on Goblet, and CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG on Circlet, prioritizing ATK% > CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate substats.
What are Yanfei's best weapons and F2P options?
Yanfei's best-in-slot weapon is the 5-star Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (CRIT Rate). Strong alternative and free-to-play options include Flowing Purity (4-star), Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers (3-star), Skyward Atlas (5-star), Memory of Dust (5-star).
Which ascension and talent materials does Yanfei require?
Leveling Yanfei requires Noctilucous Jade (local specialty), Juvenile Jade (world boss drop), Azdaha (weekly trounce material), and Philosophies of Gold talent books. Character ascension increases Pyro DMG Bonus.
What are the best team compositions for Yanfei?
Top recommended teams for Yanfei include Vaporize Team (Yanfei, Xingqiu, Bennett, Kaedehara Kazuha) and Vaporize Team (Yanfei, Yelan, Sangonomiya Kokomi, Sucrose), built around Pyro elemental reactions and DPS synergy.
