BEST
GENSHIN IMPACT GUIDES & BUILDS
Cryo · SwordKAEYA
★★★★
Cryo Sub DPS · Freeze / Melt
BEST ARTIFACTS
ALTERNATIVE
Emblem
ALTERNATIVE
Noblesse
BEST WEAPONS
BEST IN SLOT
Mistsplitter Reforged
OPTION
Primordial Jade Cutter
OPTION
Wolf-Fang
OPTION
Amenoma Kageuchi
OPTION
Harbinger of Dawn
RECOMMENDED STATS
SandsATK% or ER
GobletCryo DMG
CircletCRITBEST TEAMS
Freeze
Melt
Physical
Accessible
ALTERNATIVES
Support
Heal / Shield
Sub DPS
BEST CONSTELLATIONS
C1Excellent Blood
The CRIT Rate of Kaeya's Normal and Charge Attacks against opponents affected by Cryo is increased by 15%.
C2Never-Ending Performance
While Glacial Waltz is in effect, for each opponent defeated, its duration is increased by 2.5s, up to a maximum of 15s.
C3Dance of Frost
Increases the Level of Frostgnaw by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
C4Frozen Kiss
Triggers automatically when Kaeya's HP falls below 20%: Creates a shield that absorbs damage equal to 30% of Kaeya's Max HP. Lasts for 20s. This shield absorbs Cryo DMG with 250% efficiency. Can only occur once every 60s.
C5Frostbiting Embrace
Increases the Level of Glacial Waltz by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
C6Glacial Whirlwind
Glacial Waltz will generate 1 additional icicle, and will regenerate 15 Energy when cast.
ABILITIES PRIORITY
HIGHEST PRIORITY
Frostgnaw
Unleashes a frigid blast, dealing Cryo DMG to opponents in front of Kaeya.
SECOND PRIORITY
Glacial Waltz
Coalescing the frost in the air, Kaeya summons 3 icicles that revolve around him. These icicles will follow the character around and deal Cryo DMG to opponents in their path for the ability's duration.
LOWEST PRIORITY
Ceremonial Bladework
Normal Attack Performs up to 5 rapid strikes. Charged Attack Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to unleash 2 rapid sword strikes. Plunging Attack Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
PASSIVE TALENTS
PASSIVE
Cold-Blooded Strike
Every hit with Frostgnaw regenerates HP for Kaeya equal to 15% of his ATK.
PASSIVE
Glacial Heart
Opponents Frozen by Frostgnaw will drop additional Elemental Particles. Frostgnaw may only produce a maximum of 2 additional Elemental Particles per use.
PASSIVE
Hidden Strength
Decreases sprinting Stamina consumption for your own party members by 20%. Not stackable with Passive Talents that provide the exact same effects.
QUICK ANSWERS
KAEYA BUILD FAQ
Clear answers to the most common KAEYA build questions.
What is the best KAEYA build?
KAEYA is built as Cryo Sub DPS · Freeze / Melt. Start with Blizzard Strayer, use Mistsplitter Reforged when available, then meet the recommended stat targets before chasing additional damage substats.
Which artifact set is best for KAEYA?
Blizzard Strayer is the primary recommendation in this guide. The alternative sets above may perform better when another teammate already supplies the same buff or when their substats are substantially stronger.
What weapon should KAEYA use?
Mistsplitter Reforged is the featured best-in-slot option. The weapon section also lists accessible alternatives with their Level 90 stats and the situation where each choice is most useful.
Which stats should I prioritize on KAEYA?
Prioritize the main stats and substats listed in the Recommended Stats section.
Which talent should I level first on KAEYA?
Prioritize Frostgnaw. Raise the remaining talents according to the priority cards above so resources are spent on the abilities that contribute most to KAEYA's role.
What team works well with KAEYA?
Freeze is the first recommended composition. The Teams section includes additional premium and accessible alternatives so you can replace unavailable characters without losing the core game plan.