Character Overview
Xiangli Yao is a 5-star Electro Gauntlets Main DPS who delivers powerful melee Electro damage. His Thunder Strike mechanic allows him to chain lightning between enemies.
Her unique mechanic revolves around Thunder Strike, which sets her apart as a versatile main dps. Mastering this mechanic is key to maximizing her potential in combat.
Xiangli Yao excels in both Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes content, providing consistent performance with strong team synergy.
Skill Priority
| Skill | Priority | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Resonance Liberation | 5/5 | Main burst. |
| Forte Circuit | 4/5 | Thunder chains. |
| Resonance Skill | 4/5 | Gap closer + DMG. |
| Normal Attack | 3/5 | Core damage. |
| Intro Skill | 2/5 | Entry. |
Skills & Abilities
Basic Attack
Perform up to 4 consecutive attacks dealing Electro DMG. The fourth hit deals increased damage and applies Electro Frazzle.
| Stage | Damage (Lv.90) |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | 65.0% ATK |
| Stage 2 | 70.0% ATK |
| Stage 3 | 45.0% x 2 ATK |
| Stage 4 | 125.0% ATK + Frazzle |
| Heavy Attack | 100.0% ATK |
| Dodge Counter | 85.0% ATK x 2 |
Resonance Skill
Unleash a powerful electro attack, dealing Electro DMG and applying Electro Frazzle to enemies. Generates Concerto Energy on hit.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 155.0% + 175.0% ATK |
| Electro Frazzle | 2 stacks applied |
| Concerto Regen | 12 |
| Cooldown | 10-12s |
Resonance Liberation
Unleash the full power of Electro, dealing massive Electro DMG to all nearby enemies. This is Xiangli Yao's primary burst damage source.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Base DMG | 355.0% ATK |
| Area | Large AoE |
| Energy Cost | 125 |
| Cooldown | 20s |
Forte Circuit: Thunder Strike
Xiangli Yao's core mechanic. Thunder Strike enhances her combat capabilities and provides unique buffs that synergize with her electro kit.
| Mechanic | Effect |
|---|---|
| Mechanic | Thunder Strike stacks/buffs |
| Max Effect | +15% Electro DMG Bonus |
| Duration | 15-25s (varies) |
Inherent Skills
| Skill | Effect |
|---|---|
| Electro Mastery | +20% Electro DMG Bonus for 15s after casting Liberation. |
| Combat Focus | +10% ATK when Electro Frazzle is applied to enemies. |
| Team Buff | +15% Electro DMG for the team when Xiangli Yao is active. |
| Frazzle Expert | +25% Electro Frazzle damage when enemies are afflicted. |
Best Weapons
Thunderclap
Effect - Thunderclap's Power:
ATK increased by 12%. When dealing Electro DMG, gain stacking buffs that increase Electro DMG Bonus (max 14 stacks, lasts 12s).
Why Best: Signature. Electro DMG + chain buffs.
Abyssal Roar
Effect - Abyssal's Power:
ATK increased by 12%. When dealing Electro DMG, gain stacking buffs that increase Electro DMG Bonus (max 14 stacks, lasts 12s).
Alternative: Good for Gauntlets.
Gauntlets of Night
Effect - Gauntlets's Power:
ATK increased by 12%. When dealing Electro DMG, gain stacking buffs that increase Electro DMG Bonus (max 14 stacks, lasts 12s).
Alternative: Best 4-star.
Best Echo Build
Sonata Effect: Void Thunder
2-piece: Electro DMG +10%
5-piece: When hitting a target with Electro Frazzle, increase Crit Rate by 10% and grant 30% Electro DMG Bonus, lasting for 10s.
Main Echo: Void (or Alternative Echo)
Void is the best main echo for Xiangli Yao, providing Electro DMG Bonus and ATK% buffs that synergize with her kit.
Echo Stats Priority
| Cost | Main Stat Priority |
|---|---|
| 4-COST | Crit Rate / Crit DMG |
| 3-COST | Electro DMG Bonus |
| 1-COST | ATK% |
Substats Priority
| Priority | Stat | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CRIT Rate | Essential |
| 2 | CRIT DMG | Essential |
| 3 | ATK% | High |
| 4 | Electro DMG Bonus | Medium |
| 5 | Energy Regen | Low-Medium |
Best Team Compositions
F2P
Strategy: Double Electro.
Mixed
Strategy: Aero + Electro.
Rotation Guide
- Start with support/healer: Cast Resonance Skill to apply buffs, build Concerto Energy.
- Swap to sub-DPS: Apply elemental reactions and generate Concerto.
- Swap to Xiangli Yao (Intro): Apply Electro Frazzle and gain initial buffs.
- Build resources: Use Normal Attacks and Skills to build energy/buffs.
- Cast Liberation: Unleash burst damage at optimal timing.
- Maintain DPS: Continue attacking during buff windows.
- Swap out: Trigger Outro skill, switch to support to restart cycle.
Tip: Always time your Liberation with full buffs for maximum damage output. Maintain Electro Frazzle on enemies for consistent damage.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong main dps with good damage output
- Scales well with investment and Resonance Chains
- Good team synergy with electro resonance
- Flexible team building options
- Performs well in endgame content
Cons
- Requires proper rotation timing for optimal performance
- Energy management important for Liberation uptime
- Performance improves significantly with signature weapon
- Team dependent for maximum potential
Resonance Chain (Constellations)
| Sequence | Name | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| S1 | First Light | Chain lightning +1 bounce |
| S2 | Radiant Power | Electro DMG +15% |
| S3 | Ascended Might | Liberation DMG +20% |
| S4 | Golden Grace | Thunder Strike stuns for 1s |
| S5 | Crown of Glory | Crit DMG +35% |
| S6 | Eternal Legacy | Chain lightning deals 300% ATK on final bounce |
Value Assessment: S1 and S2 provide the biggest power spikes. S6 is powerful but luxury. S0 Xiangli Yao is already a solid character.
Character Comparison
| Aspect | Xiangli Yao | Jinhsi | Carlotta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Xiangli Yao | Electro | Spectro |
| Weapon | Xiangli Yao | Gauntlets | Broadblade |
| Role | Xiangli Yao | Main DPS | Main DPS |
| Complexity | Xiangli Yao | Medium | Medium |
| S0 Power | Xiangli Yao | A | SS |
| Team Flexibility | Xiangli Yao | High | High |