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Yanfei is a 4-star Pyro catalyst user from Liyue, introduced in Version 1.5. She’s a half-adeptus legal advisor with a fiery courtroom presence and a playstyle built around charged attacks.
As a Pyro catalyst user, Yanfei applies constant elemental damage and scales best with ATK%, CRIT, and Pyro DMG Bonus. Her Scarlet Seals reduce stamina cost and empower her charged attacks, making her a solid ranged Pyro main DPS with good AoE potential.
The best Yanfei build focuses on charged attack optimization, and she performs best in reaction-heavy teams like Vaporize, Overloaded, or Mono Pyro. At higher constellations, Yanfei can even generate a Pyro shield, giving her surprising survivability.
Table of Contents
Yanfei Build Guide: Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Rarity | ★★★★ |
| Element | Pyro |
| Weapon | Catalyst |
| Role | Main DPS / Reaction DPS |
| Best Stat Focus | CRIT Rate/DMG, ATK%, Pyro DMG Bonus |
| Best Reactions | Vaporize, Overloaded, Melt |
Best Weapons for Yanfei
The best Yanfei weapon enhances her charged attack DMG, CRIT stats, or boosts reaction potential.
| Weapon Name | Rarity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds | ★★★★★ | CRIT Rate and Elemental DMG buff over time; top choice for main DPS |
| Skyward Atlas | ★★★★★ | High ATK and Elemental DMG bonus; consistent and strong |
| The Widsith | ★★★★ | Random buffs (EM/ATK/Elemental DMG); huge burst damage on swap |
| Solar Pearl | ★★★★ | CRIT Rate and boosts Skill/Burst/Normal ATK after rotation |
| Dodoco Tales | ★★★★ | Event-exclusive weapon; F2P friendly and designed for Yanfei’s kit |
Best Artifacts for Yanfei
The best Yanfei artifact set amplifies her Pyro DMG and charged attack scaling, or supports elemental reaction builds.
| Artifact Set Name | Effect Summary | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crimson Witch of Flames (4pc) | Increases Pyro DMG and boosts Vaporize/Melt/Overloaded | Best-in-slot for reaction-based Yanfei builds |
| Lavawalker’s Emblem (4pc) | Boosts damage against Pyro-affected enemies | Strong in Mono Pyro comps with consistent uptime |
| 2pc Crimson + 2pc ATK% | Hybrid for early/mid-game or easier farming | Great fallback set while farming full 4pc options |
Yanfei Artifact Stat Priority:
| Slot | Main Stat |
|---|---|
| Sands | ATK% |
| Goblet | Pyro DMG Bonus |
| Circlet | CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG |
Substat Priority:
- CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
- ATK%
- Elemental Mastery (if in reaction comps)
- Energy Recharge
Best Teams for Yanfei
The best Yanfei team enhances her charged attacks and Pyro reactions, pairing her with Hydro, Cryo, or Electro units.
| Team Type | Team Members | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vaporize Core | Yanfei, Xingqiu, Bennett, Sucrose | High reaction uptime; CRIT scaling and EM buffs |
| Mono Pyro | Yanfei, Thoma, Xiangling, Bennett | Full Pyro resonance with shields, buffs, and stable uptime |
| Overloaded Team | Yanfei, Fischl, Beidou, Jean | Overloaded with AoE crowd control and sustain |
| F2P Friendly | Yanfei, Barbara, Kaeya, Lisa | Budget team for consistent Pyro triggers and crowd control |
Yanfei Ascension & Talent Materials
Here’s everything needed to ascend Yanfei and level her talents.
Yanfei Ascension Materials:
| Ascension Phase | Materials |
|---|---|
| 1 | Agnidus Agate Sliver ×1, Noctilucous Jade ×3, Treasure Hoarder Insignia ×3 |
| 2 | Agnidus Agate Fragment ×3, Noctilucous Jade ×10, Treasure Hoarder Insignia ×15, Juvenile Jade ×2 |
| 3 | Agnidus Agate Fragment ×6, Noctilucous Jade ×20, Silver Raven Insignia ×12, Juvenile Jade ×4 |
| 4 | Agnidus Agate Chunk ×3, Noctilucous Jade ×30, Silver Raven Insignia ×18, Juvenile Jade ×8 |
| 5 | Agnidus Agate Chunk ×6, Noctilucous Jade ×45, Golden Raven Insignia ×12, Juvenile Jade ×12 |
| 6 | Agnidus Agate Gemstone ×6, Noctilucous Jade ×60, Golden Raven Insignia ×24, Juvenile Jade ×20 |
Yanfei Talent Materials:
| Talent Level | Materials |
|---|---|
| 2 | Teachings of Gold ×3, Treasure Hoarder Insignia ×6 |
| 3 | Guide to Gold ×2, Silver Raven Insignia ×3 |
| 4 | Guide to Gold ×4, Silver Raven Insignia ×4 |
| 5 | Guide to Gold ×6, Silver Raven Insignia ×6 |
| 6 | Guide to Gold ×9, Silver Raven Insignia ×9 |
| 7 | Philosophies of Gold ×4, Golden Raven Insignia ×4, Bloodjade Branch ×1 |
| 8 | Philosophies of Gold ×6, Golden Raven Insignia ×6, Bloodjade Branch ×1 |
| 9 | Philosophies of Gold ×12, Golden Raven Insignia ×9, Bloodjade Branch ×2 |
| 10 | Philosophies of Gold ×16, Golden Raven Insignia ×12, Bloodjade Branch ×2, Crown of Insight ×1 |
Yanfei Base Stats (Lv. 90):
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| HP | 9,569 |
| ATK | 240 |
| DEF | 587 |
| CRIT Rate | 5.0% |
| Pyro DMG Bonus | 24.0% |
Yanfei Constellations:
| Constellation | Name | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| C1 | The Law Knows No Kindness | Extra AoE Pyro DMG every 1s while using charged attacks |
| C2 | Right of Final Interpretation | Increases CRIT Rate for charged attacks per Scarlet Seal consumed |
| C3 | Samadhi Fire-Forged | Increases Elemental Skill level by 3 |
| C4 | Supreme Amnesty | Triggers a shield when using Elemental Burst |
| C5 | Abiding Affidavit | Increases Elemental Burst level by 3 |
| C6 | Extra Clause | Max Scarlet Seal count increases from 3 to 4 |
How to Play Yanfei Effectively
To use Yanfei effectively:
- Cast Elemental Skill to apply Pyro and gain Scarlet Seals.
- Use Normal Attacks to generate more Scarlet Seals (up to 3/4 with C6).
- Charge Attack to consume all Scarlet Seals for a powerful Pyro hit.
- Use Elemental Burst to gain bonus Scarlet Seals and deal AoE Pyro damage.
- Pair with Hydro or Cryo units to trigger Vaporize or Melt for bonus damage.
The best Yanfei build maximizes charged attack uptime, Pyro reaction consistency, and CRIT scaling for strong main DPS play.
Is Yanfei Worth Building?
Yes — Yanfei is a reliable Pyro DPS with good range, strong charged attacks, and versatility in both reaction and Mono Pyro teams.
She’s F2P friendly, easy to build, and gains valuable utility with constellations like C4’s shield and C6’s bonus damage scaling.
Yanfei Build Guide: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the best Yanfei build?
The best Yanfei build uses 4pc Crimson Witch of Flames with ATK%/Pyro/CRIT stats to boost charged attack damage and reactions.
What is the best Yanfei weapon?
The best Yanfei weapon is Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds or The Widsith for massive burst DPS.
What is the best Yanfei team?
The best Yanfei team is a Vaporize comp with Xingqiu, Bennett, and Sucrose for optimal support and reactions.
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