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Anemo · PolearmXIAO BEST BUILD
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Anemo Plunging Main DPS · Updated for Version 7.0
Xiao is an on-field Anemo carry who converts his Burst window into powerful Plunging Attacks. Build enough Energy Recharge for consistent rotations, then prioritize CRIT, ATK and Anemo DMG.
BEST ARTIFACTS
ALTERNATIVE
Marechaussee Hunter
ALTERNATIVE
Desert Pavilion
BEST WEAPONS
BEST IN SLOT
Primordial Jade Winged-Spear
OPTION
Staff of Homa
OPTION
Deathmatch
OPTION
Lithic Spear
OPTION
Favonius Lance
RECOMMENDED STATS
SandsATK%
GobletAnemo DMG
CircletCRITBEST TEAMS
Premium
Shield
Double Geo
Accessible
ALTERNATIVES
Support
Heal / Shield
Sub DPS
BEST CONSTELLATIONS
C1Dissolution Eon: Destroyer of Worlds
Increases Lemniscatic Wind Cycling's charges by 1.
C2Annihilation Eon: Blossom of Kaleidos
When in the party and not on the field, Xiao's Energy Recharge is increased by 25%.
C3Conqueror of Evil: Wrath Deity
Increases the Level of Lemniscatic Wind Cycling by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
C4Transcension: Extinction of Suffering
When Xiao's HP falls below 50%, he gains a 100% DEF Bonus.
C5Evolution Eon: Origin of Ignorance
Increases the Level of Bane of All Evil by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
C6Conqueror of Evil: Guardian Yaksha
While under the effects of Bane of All Evil, hitting at least 2 opponents with Xiao's Plunging Attack will immediately grant him 1 charge of Lemniscatic Wind Cycling, and for the next 1s, he may use Lemniscatic Wind Cycling while ignoring its CD.
ABILITIES PRIORITY
THIRD PRIORITY
Lemniscatic Wind Cycling
Xiao lunges forward, dealing Anemo DMG to opponents in his path. Can be used in mid-air. Starts with 2 charges.
SECOND PRIORITY
Bane of All Evil
Xiao dons the Yaksha Mask that set gods and demons trembling millennia ago. Yaksha's Mask ·Greatly increases Xiao's jumping ability. ·Increases his attack AoE and attack DMG. ·Converts attack DMG into Anemo DMG, which cannot be overridden by any other elemental infusion. In this state, Xiao will continuously lose HP. The effects of this skill end when Xiao leaves the field.
HIGHEST PRIORITY
Normal Attack: Whirlwind Thrust
Normal Attack Performs up to 6 consecutive spear strikes. Charged Attack Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to perform an upward thrust. Plunging Attack Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact. Xiao does not take DMG from performing Plunging Attacks.
PASSIVE TALENTS
PASSIVE
Conqueror of Evil: Tamer of Demons
While under the effects of Bane of All Evil, all DMG dealt by Xiao increases by 5%. DMG increases by a further 5% for every 3s the ability persists. The maximum DMG Bonus is 25%.
PASSIVE
Dissolution Eon: Heaven Fall
Using Lemniscatic Wind Cycling increases the DMG of subsequent uses of Lemniscatic Wind Cycling by 15%. This effect lasts for 7s, and has a maximum of 3 stacks. Gaining a new stack refreshes the effect's duration.
PASSIVE
Transcension: Gravity Defier
Decreases climbing Stamina consumption for your own party members by 20%. Not stackable with Passive Talents that provide the exact same effects.
QUICK ANSWERS
XIAO BUILD FAQ
Clear answers to the most common XIAO build questions.
What is the best XIAO build?
Xiao is an Anemo Plunging Main DPS. Use Vermillion Hereafter with Primordial Jade Winged-Spear when available, reach comfortable Energy Recharge, then prioritize a balanced CRIT ratio, ATK and Anemo DMG.
Which artifact set is best for XIAO?
Vermillion Hereafter 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 XIAO use?
Primordial Jade Winged-Spear 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 XIAO?
Prioritize the main stats and substats listed in the Recommended Stats section.
Which talent should I level first on XIAO?
Prioritize Normal Attack: Whirlwind Thrust because it scales Xiao's Plunging Attack damage, then level Bane of All Evil and finally Lemniscatic Wind Cycling.
What team works well with XIAO?
Premium 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.