Cyno
Cyno is an on-field Electro main DPS with a flashy, high-energy empowered burst state. He needs an Aggravate or Quickbloom team with Nahida and Fischl to truly shine; left alone he's underwhelming. His ideal weapon is the Staff of the Scarlet Sands, but if you lack it, the 3-star White Tassel at R5 is a shockingly cheap and strong pick. For artifacts, run 4pc Gilded Dreams if you have an EM polearm, otherwise 4pc Thundering Fury. Keep enough Energy Recharge so his Burst chains don't stall, and mastering his Burst timing is the real key.
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Staff of the Scarlet Sands
Staff of Homa
Primordial Jade Winged-Spear
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White Tassel-
4pc
Gilded Dreams -
4pc
Thundering Fury
Priority substats: Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › Elemental Mastery / ATK%
Q > E > NA — the Burst both triggers his empowered state and adds damage, so level it first, then Skill, then Normals.
Teams for Cyno
Nahida spreads Dendro to sustain Aggravate, Fischl carries extra Electro damage, and Kuki both heals and adds Electro application.
Xingqiu spreads Hydro to seed Bloom cores, and Kuki triggers Hyperbloom to slam enemies with extra damage.
Cyno's talents
Invoker's Spear
Performs up to 4 consecutive spear strikes.
Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to lunge forward, dealing damage to opponents along the way.
Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer
When Cyno is under the Pactsworn Pathclearer state triggered by Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness, he will instead unleash a Mortuary Rite that deals thunderous AoE Electro DMG and extends the duration of Pactsworn Pathclearer.
"This judgment brooks no choice. There is no rejection or acceptance here... We have both long been bound up in this conviction."
Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness
Pactsworn Pathclearer
Cyno's Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks will be converted to Electro DMG that cannot be overridden.
·Cyno's Elemental Mastery and resistance to interruption will increase, and he gains immunity to Electro-Charged DMG.
This effect will be canceled when Cyno leaves the field and lasts a maximum of 18s.
The secret rituals passed down within the ancient nation are as a final judgment to the General Mahamatra.
Whether now or in the past, whether great storm or serpent, none shall shake the majesty of the law.
Featherfall Judgment
Duststalker Bolt DMG is considered Elemental Skill DMG.
Authority Over the Nine Bows
· Pactsworn Pathclearer's Normal Attack DMG is increased by 150% of his Elemental Mastery.
· Duststalker Bolt DMG from his Ascension Talent Featherfall Judgment is increased by 250% of his Elemental Mastery.
The Gift of Silence
A Star With Which to Start the Journey
Additionally, when in a Polestar Field, Cyno will enter the Radiance: Stellar-Conduct state.
Combat Rotation
- Before engaging, make sure Cyno has the full 80 energy for his Burst (Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness) — without it you must wait for the next rotation.
- Cast the Burst to transform into Pactsworn Pathclearer: Normal/Charged/Plunging Attacks convert to Electro DMG, Elemental Mastery rises, he gains immunity to Electro-Charged DMG, and the state lasts up to 18s (ends early if he leaves the field).
- While in Pathclearer, keep landing Normal Attacks to build up toward the Endseer stance, which appears periodically during the transformation (Featherfall Judgment mechanic).
- When the Endseer stance is active, press the Elemental Skill (Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer) at that moment to trigger Judication: +35% DMG on that Skill hit plus 3 extra Duststalker Bolts (~100% ATK Electro each).
- If the Skill is used while already in Pathclearer, it instead fires the AoE Mortuary Rite, and if Pathclearer was entered via the Burst, this can extend the transformation's duration.
- Keep alternating Normal Attacks with Skill presses every time Endseer appears, aiming to land as many Judications as possible within the 18s window.
- When Pathclearer is about to expire, swap Cyno off-field to let his Burst cooldown (20s) tick down and to recharge energy for the next cycle; don't linger off-field too long or you lose the Elemental Mastery buff.
- For reaction-based teams (Electro-Charged/Superconduct/Overloaded), have teammates pre-apply the base element before Cyno comes in, since his Skill/Burst only deal pure Electro DMG.
Cyno constellations
After using Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness, Cyno's Normal Attack SPD will be increased by 20% for 10s. If the Judication effect of his Ascension Talent Featherfall Judgment is triggered during Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer, the duration of this increase will be refreshed.
You must first unlock the Ascension Talent "Featherfall Judgment."
When Cyno's Normal Attacks hit opponents, his Electro DMG Bonus will increase by 10% for 4s. This effect can be triggered once every 0.1s. Max 5 stacks.
Increases the Level of Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
When Cyno is in the Pactsworn Pathclearer state triggered by Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness, after he triggers an Electro-Charged, Lunar-Charged, Superconduct, Stellar-Conduct, Overloaded, Quicken, Aggravate, Hyperbloom, or Electro Swirl reaction, he will restore 3 Elemental Energy for all nearby party members (except himself.)
This effect can occur 5 times within one use of Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness.
Increases the Level of Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
After using Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness or triggering the Judication effect of the Ascension Talent "Featherfall Judgment," Cyno will gain 4 stacks of the "Day of the Jackal" effect. When he hits opponents with Normal Attacks, he will consume 1 stack of "Day of the Jackal" to fire off one Duststalker Bolt.
"Day of the Jackal" lasts for 8s. Max 8 stacks. It will be canceled once Pactsworn Pathclearer ends.
A maximum of 1 Duststalker Bolt can be unleashed this way every 0.4s.
You must first unlock the Ascension Talent "Featherfall Judgment."
Base Stats (Lv90)
Character Profile
- Region: Sumeru
- Voice Actors: JP 入野自由 · EN Alejandro Saab · KR Jung Eui-jin & Lee Woo-ri · CN 李轻扬
Other Electro characters
Ascension materials
Total ascension materials to reach level 90 (talent books not included).
Talent scaling by level
Invoker's Spear
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 49.3% | 97.4% | 118.0% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 47.9% | 94.7% | 114.8% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 29.3%+29.3% | 57.9%+57.9% | 70.2%+70.2% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 75.9% | 150.0% | 181.8% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 122.4% | 241.9% | 293.1% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 25.0 | 25.0 | 25.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 63.9% | 126.4% | 153.1% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 128%/160% | 253%/316% | 306%/382% |
Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 130.4% | 234.7% | 277.1% |
| Mortuary Rite DMG | 156.8% | 282.2% | 333.2% |
| Pactsworn Pathclearer Duration Bonus | 4.0s | 4.0s | 4.0s |
| CD | 7.5s | 7.5s | 7.5s |
| Mortuary Rite CD | 3.0s | 3.0s | 3.0s |
Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 78.3% | 154.7% | 187.5% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 82.5% | 163.0% | 197.5% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 104.6% | 206.8% | 250.6% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 51.7%+51.7% | 102.2%+102.2% | 123.8%+123.8% |
| 5-Hit DMG | 130.8% | 258.6% | 313.4% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 101.1% | 199.8% | 242.1% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 25.0 | 25.0 | 25.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 63.9% | 126.4% | 153.1% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 128%/160% | 253%/316% | 306%/382% |
| Elemental Mastery Bonus | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Basic Duration | 10.0s | 10.0s | 10.0s |
| CD | 20.0s | 20.0s | 20.0s |
| Energy Cost | 80 | 80 | 80 |
Advanced frame data (official)
Elemental application ICD, gauge units and interruption resistance — official numbers rarely published anywhere.
Invoker's Spear
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Attack 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 45.8208 |
| Normal Attack 2-Hit | 1U | — | 44.5776 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit A | 1U | — | 27.2616 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit B | 1U | — | 27.2616 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit | 1U | — | 70.596 |
| Charged Attack | 1U | 0.5s | 120 |
| Plunging Attack Collision | 0U | — | 25 |
| Low Plunge | 1U | — | 100 |
| High Plunge | 1U | — | 150 |
Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 1U | 0.2s | 50 |
| Mortuary Rite DMG | 1U | — | 75 |
| Duststalker Bolt (A1) | 1U | 2.5s | 25 |
| Duststalker Bolt (C6) | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 25 |
Sacred Rite: Wolf's Swiftness
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation Knockback | — | — | 400 |
| Normal Attack 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 46.9752 |
| Normal Attack 2-Hit | 1U | — | 49.9056 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit | 1U | — | 64.0248 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit A | 1U | — | 32.5008 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit B | 1U | — | 32.5008 |
| Normal Attack 5-Hit | 1U | — | 77.7 |
| Charged Attack | 1U | 0.5s/3 Hits | 120 |
Featherfall Judgment
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duststalker Bolt | 1U | 2.5s | 25 |
FAQ about Cyno
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Voice actors
- 日本語: 入野自由
- English: Alejandro Saab
- 中文: 李轻扬
- 한국어: Jung Eui-jin & Lee Woo-ri
Ascension & Talent Materials
Ascension by phase
| Unlocks Lv | AR | Mora | Ascension & Talent Materials |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 40 | AR 15 | 20,000 | |
| Lv 50 | AR 25 | 40,000 | |
| Lv 60 | AR 30 | 60,000 | |
| Lv 70 | AR 35 | 80,000 | |
| Lv 80 | AR 40 | 100,000 | |
| Lv 90 | AR 50 | 120,000 |
Talent — one skill to Lv10
Teachings of Admonition
×3
Divining Scroll
×6
Guide to Admonition
×21
Sealed Scroll
×22
Philosophies of Admonition
×38
Forbidden Curse Scroll
×31
Mudra of the Malefic General
×6
Crown of Insight
×1
Multiply by 3 for all three skills. · Mora: 1,652,500
Total Mora to max out: 5,377,500
Official name in other languages
Wish banner history
Release date
Released: Sep 26, 2022 · Version 3.1
Voice Lines & Comments
Birthday
Ahem... I'd like to wish you a happy birthday. Though I don't have much experience with celebrations, once I realized your birthday was coming, I decided to make some preparations. First, I have this deck for you that I worked on for a few days, I think it'll really suit your style. Also, I adjusted my schedule to open up some time, so is there anywhere you'd like to go? I'd be happy to accompany you. A birthday only lasts a day, but you should take the chance to really enjoy it. Just make sure we can be back within three days.
Self-Introduction
Hello: The Past
I'm Cyno, the former General Mahamatra. Now I use my abilities to punish evil as I see fit. If you share my devotion to rules and justice, then I can lend you my strength.
Hello: The Present
I'm Cyno, General Mahamatra of the Akademiya. It's my duty to uphold the rules, and punish wrongdoing. I will protect you on your journey.
About Cyno: Unfunny Jokes
Hmm... a joke? Ah, I've got just the one. Ahem... There once was a traveler, stranded in the desert and dying of thirst, who in desperation prayed for a Hydro Slime to come their way. But the traveler didn't realize that at that very moment, a starving Hydro Slime was praying to meet a lone, stranded traveler... What, not funny? Tsk, I think it's hysterical.
About Cyno: Desert Strolls
Sometimes I'll take a stroll through the desert at night... The cold, dry air out there helps me clear my mind.
More About Cyno: I
Huh? You want to know more about me? Hm, I suppose many people see me as a thorn in their side... But don't worry, as long as you don't do anything dangerous, you won't have any trouble with me.
More About Cyno: II
With my body as a vessel, I can harness the power of the spirit that dwells within me. This is possible in part due to my natural constitution, but also due to a deal I willingly made in the past. There's no reason to shy away from the topic. If I am to weigh the souls of others in this world as a matra, then I must also place my own soul on the scales to be judged in the same manner.
More About Cyno: III
Rather than thinking about the "why" of things, I prefer to focus on "what" has been done. There are countless reasons why people do things in this world, and upon hearing some of those reasons, you can't help but start to feel that the wrongdoer had a point, or that the public is being too harsh on them. The disadvantaged side will always garner people's sympathy, but the judge must abandon all such feelings. We may empathize with the pain and motivations of the accused, but a crime, once committed, cannot be left unpunished.
More About Cyno: IV
In the gloomy sea of ignorance, a faint glimmer of light will occasionally appear, luring those who do not understand the truth toward it. People will often see that glimmer as a beacon to guide their way, but in doing so overlook the great dangers still lurking in the pitch-black waters. Steering those who have long resided in darkness away from the light is a cruel thing in itself, but I must continue to do so until we can finally defeat the enemies that lay hidden beneath the water's surface.
More About Cyno: V
I've already told you everything that I think is worth sharing. What else could you possibly want to hear from me? Heh, your curiosity is remarkable... Alright, let's hear your questions. For someone who is used to interrogating others, the feeling of being questioned is... interesting.
About Us: TCG Duel
Up for a game of Genius Invokation TCG? I'll show you the new deck I built.
About Us: The Present
The past cannot be changed, and the future cannot be foretold. As a result, I make sure to always cherish the here and now.
Thoughts About Other Characters
Tighnari
Tighnari is different from other scholars I've met. He has the same wholehearted dedication to knowledge, but he will never cross the most important boundaries. Some scholars see themselves as gods within their own laboratories, but not Tighnari — he has always shown the same respect for every form of life. I've heard that he even declined a position in the Akademiya, and I support his decision.
Tighnari
Tighnari once told me not to tell jokes at the dinner table, insisting that my jokes weren't funny at all. I did not share his opinion, so I told three of my best jokes in a row, and explained the premise of each in great detail. By the time I was done talking, my food was cold.
Collei
I once helped Collei seal away the god's remains in her body, but the process was an unthinkably painful one. To many, enduring that kind of pain would be a prospect more terrifying than death, so it was very admirable that she was able to persevere through it all.
Alhaitham
I don't really like people who are too smart. They think they can control everything, and constantly venture to the fringes of danger. But Alhaitham is one of the more reliable ones. In most cases, he is actually in control of things and has the ability to avert potential disaster.
Kaveh
Tighnari and Collei never said it to my face, but they found Kaveh's personal anecdotes far more entertaining than the jokes I had prepared... I could see it on their faces. Hmm? What did I think about that? Well, I thought it was funny that they could laugh at such a situation.
Nahida
Commenting on a god might be overstepping my position a little... But when I was working with her, I personally witnessed her wisdom, courage, and determination. Compared with those sages who constantly undermined and criticized her without a shred of evidence, I think I can provide a more reliable assessment: She is an exceptional deity who is worthy of everyone's respect.
Nilou
I can sense her enthusiasm and passion for dancing — it has become an integral part of her being. I hope that she will always be able to use the art she loves to bring happiness to other people.
Faruzan
I've carefully browsed through the case files regarding Faruzan's disappearance. At the time, I thought maybe she had been conducting some kind of dangerous research, but once I met her in person, I completely abandoned that idea. Though it might be a little hard for me to get along with her, she mostly reminds me of a kindly and chatty parent. She is considerate of others, and would never do anything imprudent.
Lisa
Of course I know about Lisa, we once both studied under the same sage. As General Mahamatra, I've seen many tragedies befall those seeking knowledge too assiduously, so it's easy for me to understand her decision.
Sethos
Sethos has a strong sense of responsibility. I have the utmost respect for his skill as a warrior, and I admire his courage. He's also been a great help to me personally, and I'm sure that cooperation between the Akademiya and the Temple of Silence will go very smoothly with him leading the Temple. Nevertheless, he does have one flaw — he doesn't play nearly enough Genius Invokation TCG for my liking. Every time I invite him to play, he's either busy with work, about to go out for a meal, or has existing plans with other friends... Excuses, all of them! Are we not his best friends in all of Sumeru City?
Hobbies & Personality
Cyno's Hobbies
In my free time, I like to play Genius Invokation TCG with other people. Being able to express so much creativity and variation within a working rule set makes it more than just a game — it's an art form.
Cyno's Troubles
Just recently, I saw a light novel from Inazuma based on Genius Invokation TCG. When the main character found themselves in a rough spot, they somehow drew a card that wasn't even supposed to exist. This shook me to the core, and presented me with a great conundrum: Through directly manipulating the deck, they were able to pull off a miracle that nobody could have expected. The question is... should it be seen as breaking the rules, or is this, too, ultimately within the rules of the game?
Favorite Food
Rice, meat, and dried nuts, mixed with some yogurt and roasted together... what a wonderful mix of flavors. You can feel the aroma seeping out with the steam as you cut into the crispy outside. It doesn't even take very long to make, definitely my favorite dish.
Least Favorite Food
The rations I take with me when traveling through the desert are usually completely tasteless. Once you've eaten enough of those, you'll be grateful for just about anything with some flavor. If I had to pick something, though... I wouldn't say I relish eating bugs or anything bug-related...
Feelings About Ascension
Feelings About Ascension: Intro
I can feel new power surging within me, a testament to my growth.
Feelings About Ascension: Building Up
I vow to uphold the rules and punish evil.
Feelings About Ascension: Climax
Nice boost. Thanks a ton.
Feelings About Ascension: Conclusion
My strength has reached its peak, but there are still many things I can never accomplish relying on my fighting power alone. There will still be many times when emotions and rules do not agree, but I think I'll find the key to striking the right balance in the journeys to come.
Receiving a Gift
Receiving a Gift: I
Tastes great. You have my gratitude.
Receiving a Gift: II
I accept. Thank you.
Receiving a Gift: III
Agh... This is for me? ...Are you sure?
Source: official HoYoverse Fetter (friendship) voice-lines — Genshin Impact
Strengths & Weaknesses
- At Lv90, Cyno already gets +38,4% CRIT DMG baked into the ascension stat line — no artifacts needed for this part.
- The core mechanic (via Authority Over the Nine Bows) scales with Elemental Mastery — EM-focused artifacts are usually cheap/easy to roll since few main DPS need them.
- Since it scales with EM (via Authority Over the Nine Bows), it must trade off CRIT/ATK% for Elemental Mastery — raw Normal Attack/Burst DMG tends to be lower than ATK-based DPS.
- 5★ (Polearm) — only available on limited/character-specific banners, not on the standard wish.
Role Rankings
Machine-classified by scanning mechanic keywords in the OFFICIAL skill text (not another site's opinion ranking). Characters whose weapon type is inherently elemental (e.g. catalysts, bows) may not show "Does this well" for On-Field even if they can still be played on-field — this is a limit of text-based detection.
| Character | Weapon | Artifact Set | Main Stats | Substat Priority | Where To Farm |
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CynoA
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Option 1
Option 2
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Sands: Elemental Mastery / ATK%
Goblet: Electro DMG Bonus
Circlet: CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate
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Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › Elemental Mastery / ATK% |
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The General Mahamatra in charge of supervising the researchers of the Akademiya. It is said that when he gets down to work, the General Mahamatra is even more efficient than the "Great Vayuvyastra" made by the Kshahrewar.
- Affiliation: Temple of Silence
- Birthday (day/month): 6/23
- Specialty dish: Duel Soul
- Namecard: Cyno: Silence — Namecard style. Whenever Cyno falls into a profound silence, he must be considering some weighty judgment... Or perhaps he is simply considering something amusing.