#1 Best Citlali Build – Weapons, Artifacts & Teams

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Last Updated on May 7, 2025 by Dante

Citlali, also known as Granny Itzili, is a 5-star Cryo catalyst user from Natlan and a revered member of the Masters of the Night-Wind.

Known for her shamanic influence and wisdom, she channels the ancient power of the “Nightsoul” system — a unique mechanic that allows her to cast persistent Cryo fields, debuff enemy resistances, and bolster allies through chilling support.

While she doesn’t act as a main DPS, Citlali is an invaluable Cryo enabler and Freeze/Melt reaction amplifier in both coordinated team play and solo strategies.

Citlali Build Guide: Overview

Attribute	Details
Rarity	★★★★★
Element	Cryo
Weapon	Catalyst
Role	Cryo Support / Off-field Sub-DPS
Best Stat Focus	ER / CRIT Rate / EM
Best Reactions	Freeze, Melt

Best Weapons for Citlali

Citlali thrives on weapons that boost her Energy Recharge for Burst uptime, Elemental Mastery for reaction synergy, or utility effects that benefit team rotations.

Weapon Name	Rarity	Notes
Starcaller’s Watch	★★★★★	Her signature catalyst; increases Cryo application rate and Nightsoul field duration.
A Thousand Floating Dreams	★★★★★	High Elemental Mastery and team buffing; great in Freeze or Melt comps.
Favonius Codex	★★★★	Grants Energy Recharge and enables particle generation; great for consistent Burst usage.
Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers	★★★	Swaps to provide a massive ATK boost to your main DPS; excellent support pick.
Hakushin Ring	★★★★	Solid for Cryo + Electro synergy; generates supportive buffs when reactions occur.

Best Artifacts for Citlali

Citlali’s best artifact sets depend on whether you’re using her for Freeze control, resistance reduction, or pure reaction output. Prioritize Energy Recharge and EM in supportive or quickswap builds.

Artifact Set Name	Effect Summary	Notes
Noblesse Oblige	Boosts Elemental Burst DMG and buffs party ATK	Best overall support set for team buffs and Burst impact
Viridescent Venerer	Reduces enemy RES after Swirl	Niche pick when used with Anemo teammates
Blizzard Strayer	Boosts CRIT Rate against Frozen enemies	Ideal for Freeze comps with Hydro partners
2pc ER + 2pc Cryo DMG Bonus	Hybrid stat-focused build	Flexible for sub-DPS with Burst focus

Citlali Artifact Stat Priority:

Slot	Main Stat
Sands	Energy Recharge or Elemental Mastery
Goblet	Cryo DMG Bonus
Circlet	CRIT Rate or Healing Bonus

Substat Priority:

Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Elemental Mastery
HP% (if using healing mechanics)

Best Teams for Citlali

Citlali works best in Freeze control teams, Melt reaction cores, or as a Cryo battery for Burst-reliant carries. Her Cryo fields allow constant reaction triggers and energy regeneration.

Team Type	Team Members	Notes
Freeze Control	Citlali, Ayato, Shenhe, Diona	Constant Freeze uptime with strong Cryo resonance and AoE control
Melt Setup	Citlali, Xiangling, Bennett, Sucrose	Uses her Cryo field to Melt Pyro bursts for massive damage
Cryo Battery	Citlali, Chongyun, Kaeya, Jean	Provides Cryo particles and reaction support for Burst rotations
F2P Friendly	Citlali, Barbara, Amber, (Dendro) Traveler	Affordable synergy with healers and Swirl or Bloom potential

Citlali Ascension & Talent Materials

Below are all required materials to fully ascend Citlali and level her talents:

Citlali Ascension Materials:

Ascension Phase	Mora	Materials
1	20,000	Shivada Jade Sliver ×1, Nightshade Pearl ×3, Transoceanic Pearl ×3
2	40,000	Shivada Jade Fragment ×3, Nightshade Pearl ×10, Transoceanic Chunk ×15, Shadowed Core ×2
3	60,000	Shivada Jade Fragment ×6, Nightshade Pearl ×20, Transoceanic Chunk ×12, Shadowed Core ×4
4	80,000	Shivada Jade Chunk ×3, Nightshade Pearl ×30, Xenochromatic Crystal ×18, Shadowed Core ×8
5	100,000	Shivada Jade Chunk ×6, Nightshade Pearl ×45, Xenochromatic Crystal ×12, Shadowed Core ×12
6	120,000	Shivada Jade Gemstone ×6, Nightshade Pearl ×60, Xenochromatic Crystal ×24, Shadowed Core ×20

Citlali Talent Materials:

Talent Level	Mora	Materials
2	12,500	Teachings of Justice ×3, Transoceanic Pearl ×6
3	17,500	Guide to Justice ×2, Transoceanic Chunk ×3
4	25,000	Guide to Justice ×4, Transoceanic Chunk ×4
5	30,000	Guide to Justice ×6, Transoceanic Chunk ×6
6	37,500	Guide to Justice ×9, Transoceanic Chunk ×9
7	120,000	Philosophies of Justice ×4, Xenochromatic Crystal ×4, Lightless Mass ×1
8	260,000	Philosophies of Justice ×6, Xenochromatic Crystal ×6, Lightless Mass ×1
9	450,000	Philosophies of Justice ×12, Xenochromatic Crystal ×9, Lightless Mass ×2
10	700,000	Philosophies of Justice ×16, Xenochromatic Crystal ×12, Lightless Mass ×2, Crown of Insight ×1

Citlali Base Stats (Lv. 90)

Stat	Value
HP	12,220
ATK	288
DEF	710
CRIT Rate Bonus	19.2%

Citlali Constellations:

Level	Name	Effect
C1	Echoes of the Wind-Soul	Cryo field duration increased by 2 seconds and restores 5 Energy to all allies when cast.
C2	Frost-Crowned Omen	Enemies inside Nightsoul fields have their Cryo RES reduced by 20%.
C3	Secrets in the Smoke	Increases Elemental Burst level by 3.
C4	Ritual of Release	Citlali’s Elemental Skill now provides a small shield when active.
C5	Legacy of the Night-Wind	Increases Elemental Skill level by 3.
C6	Moonlight Vigil	While on the field, all Cryo DMG dealt by party members is increased by 15%.

How to Play Citlali Effectively

Citlali is best used as a field-dropping support. Start with her Elemental Skill to summon a persistent Cryo field, then rotate to Pyro or Hydro characters to take advantage of reactions.

Use her Elemental Burst when Energy is available to reset cooldowns and enhance Cryo control. Prioritize uptime and positioning for field effects.

Is Citlali Worth Pulling?

Yes — Citlali is a powerful and versatile Cryo support who excels in Freeze and Melt teams. Her utility in reducing enemy resistances and consistent Cryo application makes her a high-value addition to any reaction-focused roster.

Citlali Build Guide: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the best Citlali build?
Use 4-piece Noblesse Oblige or Blizzard Strayer, focusing on Energy Recharge and CRIT Rate to support Freeze or Melt teams.

Which catalyst is best for Citlali?
Her signature weapon Starcaller’s Watch is optimal. Favonius Codex and Thrilling Tales are strong support picks.

Who works well with Citlali?
Ayato, Shenhe, Xiangling, and Bennett all synergize with Citlali’s Cryo fields and team-wide buffs.

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