Genshin Impact Yaoyao Build Guide: Best Weapons, Artifacts, and Teams

Discover the best Yaoyao build in Genshin Impact with top polearms, artifact sets, healing stats, and team comps for Hyperbloom and Bloom.

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Yaoyao is a 4-star Dendro polearm user from Liyue, introduced in Version 3.4. As a disciple of Madame Ping and the first Dendro healer in Genshin Impact, Yaoyao provides off-field healing, Dendro application, and support for reaction teams like Bloom and Hyperbloom.

Her adorable companion, Yuegui, tosses White Jade Radishes that heal allies and deal Dendro DMG to enemies.

The best Yaoyao build focuses on HP%, Elemental Mastery, and Energy Recharge, making her effective in both healing and reaction support roles. She’s one of the most flexible support units for Dendro cores and fits naturally into Bloom-based comps.

Yaoyao Build Guide: Overview

AttributeDetails
Rarity★★★★
ElementDendro
WeaponPolearm
RoleHealer / Reaction Support
Best Stat FocusHP%, EM, Energy Recharge
Best ReactionsBloom, Hyperbloom, Burgeon

Best Weapons for Yaoyao

The best Yaoyao weapon either enhances her healing, Elemental Mastery, or Energy Recharge to ensure high uptime on her Elemental Burst and reaction support.

Weapon NameRarityNotes
Favonius Lance★★★★Great Energy Recharge and team battery support
Moonpiercer★★★★EM-focused option that creates an ATK-boosting leaf for allies
Dragon’s Bane★★★★Boosts EM and reaction DMG; good for Bloom/Hyperbloom teams
Kitain Cross Spear★★★★High EM and generates energy after skill use
Black Tassel★★★Boosts HP%; simple but effective for healing-focused builds

Best Artifacts for Yaoyao

The best Yaoyao artifact set depends on whether you want to focus on reaction support or healing utility.

Artifact Set NameEffect SummaryNotes
Deepwood Memories (4pc)Dendro RES shred; boosts team’s reaction damageBest set if no one else in the team uses it
Flower of Paradise Lost (4pc)Boosts Bloom and Hyperbloom reaction damageBest if you want her as a full EM-based reaction enabler
Ocean-Hued Clam (4pc)Heals and deals AoE damage based on healing outputGreat if you want hybrid healing/DPS
2pc HP% + 2pc ER / EMStat-based set for flexible supportUse this for early builds or hybrid healing/reaction sets

Yaoyao Artifact Stat Priority:

SlotMain Stat
SandsHP% or EM
GobletHP% or EM
CircletHealing Bonus or HP%

Substat Priority:

  • Energy Recharge
  • Elemental Mastery
  • HP%
  • Flat HP

Best Teams for Yaoyao

The best Yaoyao team maximizes her Dendro application and healing utility, allowing for sustained Bloom or Hyperbloom reactions.

Team TypeTeam MembersNotes
Hyperbloom CoreYaoyao, Raiden Shogun, Nahida, XingqiuStrong reaction loop with off-field Hydro and Electro support
Burgeon TeamYaoyao, Thoma, Kokomi, AlhaithamEnables safe Burgeon chains with healing and reaction control
Dendro SustainYaoyao, Alhaitham, Fischl, Kuki ShinobuBalanced team with healing and Aggravate/Hyperbloom mix
F2P FriendlyYaoyao, (Dendro) Traveler, Barbara, LisaSimple but effective Bloom/Heal team

Yaoyao Ascension & Talent Materials

Here’s everything you’ll need to level up Yaoyao’s talents and ascend her to Lv. 90.

Yaoyao Ascension Materials:

Ascension PhaseMaterials
1Nagadus Emerald Sliver ×1, Jueyun Chili ×3, Slime Condensate ×3
2Nagadus Emerald Fragment ×3, Jueyun Chili ×10, Slime Condensate ×15, Daka’s Bell ×2
3Nagadus Emerald Fragment ×6, Jueyun Chili ×20, Slime Secretions ×12, Daka’s Bell ×4
4Nagadus Emerald Chunk ×3, Jueyun Chili ×30, Slime Secretions ×18, Daka’s Bell ×8
5Nagadus Emerald Chunk ×6, Jueyun Chili ×45, Slime Concentrate ×12, Daka’s Bell ×12
6Nagadus Emerald Gemstone ×6, Jueyun Chili ×60, Slime Concentrate ×24, Daka’s Bell ×20

Yaoyao Talent Materials:

Talent LevelMaterials
2Teachings of Diligence ×3, Slime Condensate ×6
3Guide to Diligence ×2, Slime Secretions ×3
4Guide to Diligence ×4, Slime Secretions ×4
5Guide to Diligence ×6, Slime Secretions ×6
6Guide to Diligence ×9, Slime Secretions ×9
7Philosophies of Diligence ×4, Slime Concentrate ×4, Daka’s Bell ×1
8Philosophies of Diligence ×6, Slime Concentrate ×6, Daka’s Bell ×1
9Philosophies of Diligence ×12, Slime Concentrate ×9, Daka’s Bell ×2
10Philosophies of Diligence ×16, Slime Concentrate ×12, Daka’s Bell ×2, Crown of Insight ×1

Yaoyao Base Stats (Lv. 90):

StatValue
HP12,670
ATK212
DEF751
Bonus StatHP% +24.0%

Yaoyao Constellations:

ConstellationNameEffect
C1Adeptus’ TutelageHealing is boosted when HP is low; increased AoE on radish toss
C2InnocentIncreases Elemental Mastery of the active character within her Burst
C3Loyal and KindIncreases Elemental Skill level by 3
C4WinsomeRegenerates energy when White Jade Radishes hit enemies or allies
C5CompassionateIncreases Elemental Burst level by 3
C6BeneficentWhite Jade Radishes apply Dendro DMG every 0.6s, even without Burst

How to Play Yaoyao Effectively

To use Yaoyao effectively:

  1. Use Elemental Skill to summon Yuegui, who throws healing radishes.
  2. Activate Elemental Burst to enter Adeptal Legacy state — increasing Dendro application and healing.
  3. Pair with Hydro or Electro units for Bloom and Hyperbloom setups.
  4. Focus on rotating her in during low HP moments or when Dendro application is needed.

The best Yaoyao build balances healing and reaction utility, letting her stabilize the team while contributing to powerful Dendro cores.

Is Yaoyao Worth Building?

Yes — Yaoyao is a top-tier Dendro support with strong healing, low energy cost, and off-field reaction potential.

She’s especially useful in Hyperbloom and Bloom teams, and provides an accessible Dendro healer option in F2P and Spiral Abyss lineups.

Yaoyao Build Guide: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the best Yaoyao build?
The best Yaoyao build uses 4pc Deepwood or Flower of Paradise with HP or EM focus.

What is the best Yaoyao weapon?
The best Yaoyao weapon is Favonius Lance or Moonpiercer depending on your energy or EM needs.

What is the best Yaoyao team?
The best Yaoyao team includes Raiden, Nahida, and Xingqiu for Hyperbloom or Thoma and Kokomi for Burgeon.

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