
Durin
Durin is a flexible off-field Pyro unit: you can run him as a buff pillar with RES shred and steady Pyro application, or push him into Dark form to deal his own Vaporize and Melt damage. He shines most with another Hexerei ally to unlock his exclusive buffs. For gear, 4pc Noblesse Oblige is the support default, while Crimson Witch of Flames maxes personal damage. He needs enough Energy Recharge to keep his Burst up, then CRIT and ATK. Without his signature, the 4-star Wolf-Fang already performs very well.
Durin Build
Priority substats: Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › ATK% / EM
Q > E > NA — the Burst carries his damage and effects, so level it first, then Skill, and Normal Attacks last.
Teams for Durin
Chevreuse buffs Pyro and Electro DMG while shredding RES, Raiden Shogun and Fischl keep triggering Overloaded, and Durin spreads Pyro application plus buffs from off-field.
Durin's talents
Radiant Wingslash
Performs up to 4 consecutive sword strikes.
Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to perform a slash toward the front.
Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Binary Form: Convergence and Division
Transmutation: Confirmation of Purity
Deal 1 instance of AoE Pyro DMG to nearby opponents, reverse Essential Transmutation, and enter the Confirmation of Purity state for 30s.
Transmutation: Denial of Darkness
Deal 3 consecutive instances of Pyro DMG to opponents in front, reverse Essential Transmutation, and enter the Denial of Darkness state for 30s.
When Durin enters the Confirmation of Purity or Denial of Darkness state while in battle, he will restore a certain amount of Elemental Energy. Elemental Energy can be restored this way once every 6s.
Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts
Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts
When Durin is in the Confirmation of Purity state, he will use the Elemental Burst Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts, dealing 3 instances of AoE Pyro DMG to opponents in front, and manifesting his power in the Dragon of White Flame form. The Dragon of White Flame will follow the current active character and attack nearby opponents at intervals, dealing AoE Pyro DMG. This DMG is considered Elemental Burst DMG.
Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder
When Durin is in the Denial of Darkness state, he will use the Elemental Burst Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder, dealing 3 instances of AoE Pyro DMG to opponents in front, and manifesting his power in the Dragon of Dark Decay form. The Dragon of Dark Decay will follow the current active character and periodically attack a single nearby opponent, dealing Pyro DMG. This DMG is considered Elemental Burst DMG.
When Durin is not in a special state as a result of Essential Transmutation, he will use the Elemental Burst Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts.
Light Manifest of the Divine Calculus
Dragon of White Flame
After nearby party members trigger Burning, Overloaded, Pyro Swirl, or Pyro Crystallize reactions on an opponent, or deal Pyro DMG or Dendro DMG to an opponent affected by Burning, that opponent's Pyro RES, and the RES for the corresponding Element involved in the reaction, are decreased by 20% for 6s.
Dragon of Dark Decay
Durin's Vaporize DMG is increased by 40% and his Melt DMG is increased by 40%.
Chaos Formed Like the Night
Primordial Fusion stacks are reset when the Elemental Burst is unleashed again.
Echoes of the Surging Earth
Witch's Eve Rite: Ode to Ascension
Hexerei: Secret Rite
Increases all effects of the Ascension Talent Light Manifest of the Divine Calculus (except for Duration) by 75%.
Combat Rotation
- Press the Elemental Skill (E) "Binary Form: Convergence and Division" to enter the Essential Transmutation state (12s cooldown).
- While transmuted, the Normal Attack is replaced by "Denial of Darkness," landing 3 consecutive Pyro hits and automatically reversing the transmutation.
- Swap states as often as possible (each new state grants an Energy restore, capped once every 6s) to quickly charge the 70-energy Elemental Burst.
- Once the Burst is ready while in the Confirmation of Purity state, unleash it for 3 AoE Pyro hits and summon the Dragon of White Flame, which follows the active character and deals periodic AoE Pyro damage for 20s (counted as Burst DMG).
- If the Burst is cast instead while in the Denial of Darkness state, it summons the single-target Dragon of Dark Decay in place of the AoE dragon.
- During the Dragon's 20s uptime, keep attacking and pair with teammates who trigger Burning, Overloaded, Swirl, or Crystallize to light up the related passive buffs.
- Since the Skill's cooldown (12s) is shorter than the Dragon's duration (20s), weave in another E mid-uptime to swap states again and top off Energy for the next Burst.
- Repeat the loop: swap states with E → Normal Attack while transmuted → Burst once 70 Energy is full → hold through the Dragon's uptime → cycle roughly every 18-20s per the Burst cooldown.
Durin constellations
After casting his Elemental Burst, Durin's effects will vary depending on the form of his Elemental Burst:
· Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts: All other nearby party members gain 20 stacks of Cycle of Enlightenment lasting 20s. When nearby active characters deal Normal Attack, Charged Attack, Plunging Attack, Elemental Skill, or Elemental Burst DMG, 1 stack of Cycle of Enlightenment will be consumed to increase the DMG dealt by 60% of Durin's ATK. Stack counts for characters in the party who have Cycle of Enlightenment are managed individually.
· Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder: Durin gains 20 stacks of Cycle of Enlightenment lasting 20s. When Durin deals Elemental Burst DMG, 2 stacks of Cycle of Enlightenment will be consumed to increase the DMG dealt by 150% of Durin's ATK.
When an Elemental Burst is used, Cycle of Enlightenment stacks will be refreshed.
For 20s after Durin uses an Elemental Burst, after nearby party members trigger Vaporize, Melt, Burning, Overloaded, Pyro Swirl, or Pyro Crystallize reactions, or deal Pyro DMG or Dendro DMG to an opponent affected by Burning, all nearby party members gain a 50% increase to their Pyro DMG and to the corresponding elemental DMG involved in the reaction for 6s.
Increases the Level of Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Durin's Elemental Burst DMG is increased by 40%. Additionally, when effects that consume Cycle of Enlightenment stacks are triggered as part of the Constellation Adamah's Redemption, there is a 30% chance that no Cycle of Enlightenment stacks will be consumed.
Increases the Level of Binary Form: Convergence and Division by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Durin's Elemental Burst DMG ignores 30% of opponents' DEF.
Additionally, Durin's Elemental Bursts Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts and Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder are each enhanced:
· After Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts and Dragon of White Flame hit an opponent, that opponent's DEF is decreased by 30% for 6s.
· DMG from Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder and Dragon of Dark Decay will ignore an additional 40% of opponents' DEF.
Base Stats (Lv90)
Character Profile
- Region: Mondstadt
- Voice Actors: JP 小林千晃 · EN Laurie Kynaston · KR Kim Ji-yul · CN 陶典
Other Pyro characters
Ascension materials
Total ascension materials to reach level 90 (talent books not included).
Talent scaling by level
Radiant Wingslash
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 45.7% | 90.2% | 109.3% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 41.0% | 81.1% | 98.2% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 29.2%+29.2% | 57.6%+57.6% | 69.9%+69.9% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 71.2% | 140.6% | 170.4% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 113.4% | 224.2% | 271.7% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 63.9% | 126.4% | 153.1% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 128%/160% | 253%/316% | 306%/382% |
Binary Form: Convergence and Division
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmutation: Confirmation of Purity DMG | 105.6% | 190.1% | 224.4% |
| Transmutation: Denial of Darkness DMG | 72.2%+53.2%+64.6% | 130.0%+95.8%+116.4% | 153.5%+113.1%+137.4% |
| Energy Regeneration | 6.0 | 33.0 | 42.0 |
| CD | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts DMG | 119.0%+96.4%+111.8% | 214.1%+173.5%+201.3% | 252.8%+204.9%+237.7% |
| Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder DMG | 125.4%+101.8%+111.8% | 225.8%+183.2%+201.3% | 266.6%+216.2%+237.7% |
| Dragon of White Flame DMG | 94.6% | 170.4% | 201.1% |
| Dragon of Dark Decay DMG | 129.8% | 233.7% | 275.9% |
| Dragon of White Flame Duration | 20.0s | 20.0s | 20.0s |
| Dragon of Dark Decay Duration | 20.0s | 20.0s | 20.0s |
| CD | 18.0s | 18.0s | 18.0s |
| Energy Cost | 70 | 70 | 70 |
Advanced frame data (official)
Elemental application ICD, gauge units and interruption resistance — official numbers rarely published anywhere.
Radiant Wingslash
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Attack 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 47.8 |
| Normal Attack 2-Hit | 1U | — | 42.9 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit A | 1U | — | 30.5 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit B | 1U | — | 30.5 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit | 1U | — | 74.5 |
| Charged Attack | 1U | — | 120 |
| Plunging Attack Collision | 0U | — | 25 |
| Low Plunge | 1U | — | 100 |
| High Plunge | 1U | — | 150 |
Binary Form: Convergence and Division
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmutation: Confirmation of Purity | 1U | — | 100 |
| Transmutation: Denial of Darkness 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 40 |
| Transmutation: Denial of Darkness 2-Hit | 1U | — | 30 |
| Transmutation: Denial of Darkness 3-Hit | 1U | — | 30 |
Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 30 |
| Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts 2-Hit | 1U | — | 20 |
| Principle of Purity: As the Light Shifts 3-Hit | 1U | — | 20 |
| Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 30 |
| Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder 2-Hit | 1U | — | 20 |
| Principle of Darkness: As the Stars Smolder 3-Hit | 1U | — | 20 |
| Dragon of White Flame DMG | 1U | 1.5s | 20 |
| Dragon of Dark Decay DMG | 1U | 2s | 20 |
FAQ about Durin
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Voice actors
- 日本語: 小林千晃
- English: Laurie Kynaston
- 中文: 陶典
- 한국어: Kim Ji-yul
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
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: Dec 1, 2025 · Version 6.2
Voice Lines & Comments
Birthday
It feels like your birthday's come around so fast! I'm sorry, I keep thinking of new details to add, so I still haven't finished... This is an origami boat I've been making for you — the paper animals on board are our friends. And this person standing at the bow, who I haven't had time to color in yet, is you. In my mind, you helm the ship, radiating golden light... Do you want to help me paint you gold? Oh, I almost forgot — this boat is called "The Traveler." May you continue to sail forward alongside your friends! Happy birthday!
Self-Introduction
Hello
It's been a long time. I'm Durin. Everyone used to call me Mini Durin, but as you can see, I'm not really "mini" anymore... Do you find my appearance strange? To tell you the truth, it's still a little strange to me... I have so much to learn — I hope you don't mind if I ask you for help.
About Durin: Growing Up
You... think I'm getting more mature? Well, I mean, I'm not a little kid anymore, so I have to start acting more grown-up. Besides... the last thing I want is to stay stuck in the past.
About Durin: Losing Control
I can feel this vast, almost frenzied power lurking deep inside me. Fortunately, Albedo's alchemy is flawless, and this Abyssal power within my form is kept in check — it's as though everything is in equilibrium, preventing the possibility of overflow or corruption. As such, there's no need to fear that I might lose control or hurt anyone.
About Durin: Selfish
I know taking the name Durin for myself in this world invites criticism. Replacing Durin of Dragonspine means that I've stolen his right to resurrection. Admittedly, this is selfish, but at the time, I yearned to be "human." I wished to be a real part of everyone's world, and to bring more good to it too... I didn't want to reject that opportunity. I don't regret the choice I made. Maybe it's like Albedo says — all life can be selfish... Either way, I can't speak for the other Durin — I only wish to walk my own path, to do right, so that when the name "Durin" passes people's lips, it's accompanied by beautiful memories.
More About Durin: I
Before I came here, I spent most of my time living inside Mother's stories. I never hugged her or felt the warmth of her embrace, but her gentle voice guided me through so many moments — both happy and sad. If you ever want to hear her stories, I'd be more than glad to read them to you.
More About Durin: II
I've heard it's polite to look people in the eye when talking to them. But I've also heard it's rude to stare. I thought to try blinking often while talking, or to keep one eye closed at a time, but everyone kept telling me to see Miss Barbara and have my eyes checked... It seems the rules for socializing in this world really are some of the hardest to follow...
More About Durin: III
For a while, I could hear this strange voice inside my heart that made me question whether I was truly me... There's dragon blood flowing through my veins — will humans fear me because of it? One time, I dreamed that all the toy figures in Constellation Metropole were throwing stones at me. When I woke up, I was surrounded by a shower of confetti — my friends in Mondstadt had decided to throw me a surprise birthday party... That was when I realized the strange voice in my heart wasn't draconic influence, but my own insecurity and self-doubt... I'll never forget it — the light from the candles on my cake illuminating my smiling friends... That was the moment I emerged from the fog of uncertainty.
More About Durin: IV
Before we left for Nod-Krai, Master Jean and Albedo warned me that we were embarking on a journey of great danger — that whatever we ended up facing may be far more serious than I could imagine. They respected my choice — they just wanted me to consider things fully before joining them. But when I heard you were in danger, I requested that they let me join them immediately. Only after seeing the Wild Hunt up close did I understand what danger really is. The scene was far more terrifying than my mental images of the ground giving way underfoot, the Toytanium Mines collapsing in on themselves.. No, I don't regret my decision. But I was scared... I was worried I would be unable to help. It left me on edge — I'm sure you noticed. Luckily, everything turned out well, and now I can feel comfortable accepting everyone's praise.
More About Durin: V
I feel like humans are pieced together from bits of other people... Not in an alchemical sense, more like... More like how I remember things that my friends have said, or how I like the restaurants we eat at together, or how you inspired me to travel the world... The reason I am who I am today is that I've absorbed all these influences from other people. And now I want to become a piece of other people's hearts, too.
About Us: Clashing Horns
Dragons clash horns as a way to express their friendship. But I'm scared I might use too much force. I don't want to hurt you, after all... Are you sure you're not worried? Alright! In the interests of safety, how about I stand still, and you bump your head on my horns?
About Us: Blessing
"May you find friendship and goodwill, no matter where you go." This is the blessing that you, as a Traveler who had traversed many worlds, gave to me. I've never forgotten. Ever since that day, my story began to change... Thank you. I can feel how much I've transformed. Maybe— no, undoubtedly, I now have the strength to protect those I cherish. So, I want to repay your blessing with a promise: No matter when, no matter where, so long as you need me, I'll lend you my help. Uhm, so I'll definitely come as soon as I find out you're in danger. Alright, I'm done, that should just about cover everything...
Thoughts About Other Characters
Albedo
Albedo has shared so many of his experiences with me regarding becoming truly human. He's explained many of the problems that humans face — things like work, ideals, life... Some of these things are too difficult for me to understand — some are too difficult for me even to imagine. Albedo says I can slowly learn about these problems as I experience them, before making my own choices. Family is the only thing that a human can't choose. I know my family is complicated and highly unusual, but with Albedo as my brother, I'm filled with a sense of peace and belonging. In that sense, my family is no different from most.
Albedo
Albedo is the perfect "human." He knows so much and is always able to handle everything he faces. He's sincere and friendly to those around him. But sometimes, I feel like there's another side to him, one no one would expect. Like how he takes decisive measures to achieve his aims... I don't know where this uncanny intuition comes from — perhaps it's a sort of resonance between beings who share a "species"?
Wanderer
Shortly after leaving Simulanka, I followed Hat Guy to Sumeru. The Akademiya was so big and so beautiful — and there were so many books. It's only now that I'm learning to read and write that I suddenly understand how stressful it must be studying there. Not that there weren't times when people had time off and came to Hat Guy to play cards, chat, or even share delicious food. Like the one with the large ears, or the one with the hat that had even larger ears, or the one who looked like a small wolfhound... I've asked Hat Guy if they're his friends. He always complains about how noisy they are, but he's never denied their friendship.
Wanderer
We share some similarities, he and I — he always seems to know what I'm thinking, and then guides me as someone who's "already seen it all." Whenever I tell people, "Don't get too close," I really want them to resolutely refuse... That's what Hat Guy does. So even when he says he wants to be alone, even if he deliberately tries to discourage me, I always stick by his side.
Nilou
When I was in Sumeru, I took the time to visit Fairy Nilou— Sorry, force of habit — I should call her Miss Nilou in this world. I watched her dancing at the Grand Bazaar, and she was as beautiful as a fairy.
Navia
If I get the chance, I'd like to thank the King of Constellation Metropole— Uhm, I mean to say, Miss Navia. I wonder if she'll be shocked to see what I look like now? ... You don't think she'll mind? That's great news!
Kirara
If all the kitties in The Cat's Tail were like Kirara, I don't think they'd get so nervous when they see me...
Venti
"The young bard gently plucked his strings, a voice as clear as a mountain stream. It was no battle hymn nor prayer, but the murmuring of stars, the wind blowing through the trees. The dragon's eyelids faintly twitched, flames gently crackling in its throat." One night, when I couldn't sleep, I took a stroll in the wilds. I met Lord Barbatos doing likewise. He sang this song for me, and I liked it so much, I made sure to learn it...
Lisa
After Miss Lisa sets homework for me, she makes me sit at my desk to complete it. One time, when I was exhausted, I stood my book up on my desk so it blocked her view and tried to nap in secret. When I woke up, she was standing there smiling. It scared me stiff. But before I could finish apologizing, she praised me for learning the most valuable lesson... I think she was talking about my willingness to acknowledge my mistakes. Oh, so you don't think that's what she meant?
Klee
Albedo once told me he treats Klee like a little sister. Klee likes to call me Big Brother Durin, too. I guess I am technically her big brother, though I haven't been human for very long — if we're talking about human age, is she really my *little* sister? Hmm...
Fischl
I can't help but wonder... Back in Simulanka, I felt like she was different from the others. Is she the same as me — did she come out of a book, too?
Diona
In fairy tales, anyone who can mix potions that befuddle the heart and mind and command the obedience of cats is almost certainly a powerful witch.
Varka
Grand Master Varka is different from most of Mondstadt's knights. He's powerful but not imposing — he leaves people feeling calm and safe. He's the sort of knight who can crack a joke while fighting off the Wild Hunt — although most of his jokes go way over my horns... You want to know about ones I did understand? Well, I didn't hear them clearly either, probably because he often slurs his words after drinking...
Hobbies & Personality
Durin's Hobbies
Right now, everything in Mondstadt is new to me, and I want to explore it all. W—Wine? N—No, I can't drink wine... At least, not yet.
Durin's Troubles
The animals in Teyvat aren't made of folded paper, and I don't have sharp claws anymore... I thought maybe I'd be able to pet them now, but whenever I try, they just run away scared... *sigh*
Favorite Food
I love eating meat — big chunks of it. But at the moment, it takes me a long time to finish. Using a knife and fork is a little complicated for me — I can never remember which one does the cutting...
Least Favorite Food
Excuse me, could I have a smaller portion of vegetables on mine? Or perhaps no vegetables at all?
Feelings About Ascension
Feelings About Ascension: Intro
A legend told of an evil dragon who hoarded glittering gems behind the high windows of a castle.
Feelings About Ascension: Building Up
A wandering hero ascended the ramparts, only to find the dragon — its scales covered in stardust — pushing the fragments of fallen stars with its snout, as though helping lost star-spirits back on their paths.
Feelings About Ascension: Climax
The hero threw down his sword and spoke with open palms — "I come from beyond the stars, please permit me to help."
Feelings About Ascension: Conclusion
From that day forth, the high windows shone through the night, as the dragon led the hero to patrol the cosmic shore. Starlight was their cloak, and friendship the compass that led their way.
Receiving a Gift
Receiving a Gift: I
What type of cutlery should I use for this? Can I just use my hands?
Receiving a Gift: II
Thank you. Societal expectations demand reciprocity, so let me treat you to a drink.
Receiving a Gift: III
I'm sorry, my taste buds appear to be faulty... Let me try again... Oh dear, there really is a problem with them!
Source: official HoYoverse Fetter (friendship) voice-lines — Genshin Impact
Strengths & Weaknesses
- This kit's mechanic scales with the character's own ATK, with a clear cap per the official formula (see the recommended stat goal below).
- At Lv90, Durin already gets +38,4% CRIT DMG baked into the ascension stat line — no artifacts needed for this part.
- This mechanic's payoff depends on the character's own ATK — falling short of the recommended goal below wastes part of its potential.
- 5★ (Sword) — only available on limited/character-specific banners, not on the standard wish.
Recommended Stat Goal
- ATK ≈ 2.500 — For every 100 ATK, Chaos Formed Like the Night adds 3% (capped at 75%) — derived goal: roughly 2.500 ATK to hit that cap.
Recomputed from the official formula itself (not a third-party recommendation).
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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Option 1
Option 2
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Sands: ATK% / EM
Goblet: Pyro DMG Bonus / ATK%
Circlet: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
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Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › ATK% / EM |
Full profile
A dragon born from M's pen, who came to alight in the human world. His "story" continues to unfold.
- Affiliation: Hexenzirkel
- Birthday (day/month): 3/14
- Specialty dish: Apple Stew (Trial Version)
- Namecard: Durin: Radiant Heart — Namecard style. The ceaseless drumming in his chest reminds him thus: "You carry the hopes of a distant past. Your soul is resplendent and nascent, and within you burns a fervor no winter blizzard can quench."
- Outfits (skins): Toward the Distant Horizon




















