Xiangling
Xiangling is one of the strongest 4-stars in the game and a near-mandatory pickup on any account, especially since she's given for free. She's the heart of the classic National team, carrying huge Pyro damage on just a 4pc Emblem of Severed Fate set. Her only real hurdle is stacking Energy Recharge to around 200% so her Burst stays up; pair her with Bennett and an energy battery. For weapons, the free R5 The Catch is already excellent, so don't sweat skipping a 5-star.
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Xiangling Build
"The Catch"
Engulfing Lightning
Staff of the Scarlet Sands
Staff of Homa
Wavebreaker's Fin-
4pc
Emblem of Severed Fate -
4pc
Gilded Dreams
Priority substats: Energy Recharge (~200%) › CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate › ATK% / Elemental Mastery
Q > E > NA — the Pyronado is her overwhelming damage source; Skill is secondary and Normal Attacks are skipped.
Teams for Xiangling
Childe applies Hydro across the field, Xiangling and Bennett stack Vaporize damage, and Kazuha groups enemies while boosting Pyro DMG.
Raiden Shogun charges energy for Xiangling to burst nonstop, Xingqiu applies Hydro for Vaporize, and Bennett boosts ATK plus healing.
Xiangling's talents
Dough-Fu
Performs up to 5 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.
Guoba Attack
Guoba loves to eat spicy food. Problem is, his stomach can't handle something this spicy.
Pyronado
The Pyronado will move with your character for the ability's duration, dealing Pyro DMG to all opponents in its path.
There will never be enough heat. Never.
Crossfire
Beware, It's Super Hot!
Chef de Cuisine
Combat Rotation
- Place Elemental Skill (E) "Guoba Attack" on the ground so Guoba continuously breathes Pyro flame at enemies (12s CD).
- Pick up the chili pepper Guoba drops when its effect ends to gain the "Beware, It's Super Hot!" buff: +10% ATK for 10s.
- With the ATK buff active, cast Elemental Burst (Q) "Pyronado" (80 Energy) — the whirlwind follows the active character and deals AoE Pyro DMG.
- Immediately swap Xiangling off-field; Pyronado keeps following whichever character is active and keeps dealing Pyro DMG for its duration.
- Play the new on-field carry normally while Pyronado applies Pyro off-field, letting their own kit combo freely.
- Once Guoba's 12s CD is up, swap back briefly (or use it beforehand) to redeploy Guoba Attack so Pyro application never lapses.
- Repeat the E (Guoba) → chili pickup → Q (Pyronado) → swap-off loop every rotation, prioritizing Energy Recharge so the 80-cost Burst is ready each cycle.
Xiangling constellations
Opponents hit by Guoba's attacks have their Pyro RES reduced by 15% for 6s.
The last attack in a Normal Attack sequence applies the Implode status onto the opponent for 2s. An explosion will occur once this duration ends, dealing 75% of Xiangling's ATK as AoE Pyro DMG.
Increases the Level of Pyronado by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Pyronado's duration is increased by 40%.
Increases the Level of Guoba Attack by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
For the duration of Pyronado, all party members receive a 15% Pyro DMG Bonus.
Base Stats (Lv90)
Character Profile
- Region: Liyue
- Voice Actors: JP 小澤亜李 · EN Jackie Lastra · KR Yoon Ah-young · CN 小N
Other Pyro characters
Ascension materials
Total ascension materials to reach level 90 (talent books not included).
Talent scaling by level
Dough-Fu
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 42.1% | 83.1% | 106% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 42.1% | 83.3% | 106% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 26.1%+26.1% | 51.5%+51.5% | 65.5%+65.5% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 14.1%*4 | 27.9%*4 | 35.4%*4 |
| 5-Hit DMG | 71.0% | 140% | 178% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 122% | 241% | 306% |
| 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% |
Guoba Attack
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flame DMG | 111% | 200% | 236% |
| CD | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
Pyronado
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit Swing DMG | 72.0% | 130% | 153% |
| 2-Hit Swing DMG | 88.0% | 158% | 187% |
| 3-Hit Swing DMG | 110% | 197% | 233% |
| Pyronado DMG | 112% | 202% | 238% |
| 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.
Dough-Fu
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Attack 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 16 |
| Normal Attack 2-Hit | 1U | — | 19.2 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit A | 1U | — | 19.2 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit B | 1U | — | 20 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit A | 1U | — | 19.2 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit B | 1U | — | 19.2 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit C | 1U | — | 19.2 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit D | 1U | — | 12.8 |
| Normal Attack 5-Hit | 1U | — | 71.2 |
| Charged Attack | 1U | 0.5s | 120 |
| Plunging Attack Collision | 0U | — | 25 |
| Low Plunge | 1U | — | 100 |
| High Plunge | 1U | — | 150 |
Guoba Attack
| Hit | Gauge | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|
| Flame DMG | 1U | 32 |
Pyronado
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swing DMG | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 30 |
| Pyronado DMG | 1U | — | 30 |
FAQ about Xiangling
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How much Mora to max out Xiangling?
What are Xiangling base stats at Lv90?
Voice actors
- 日本語: 小澤亜李
- English: Jackie Lastra
- 中文: 小N
- 한국어: Yoon Ah-young
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 Diligence
×3
Slime Condensate
×6
Guide to Diligence
×21
Slime Secretions
×22
Philosophies of Diligence
×38
Slime Concentrate
×31
Dvalin's Claw
×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 27, 2020 · Version 1.0
Voice Lines & Comments
Birthday
Ah, there you are! Come with me, I've prepared a birthday feast all for you! ... No really, I insist! Which dish is your favorite? It's okay, take your time, try them all first, then let me know!
Self-Introduction
Hello
Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Xiangling, I'm a chef from Liyue! My favorite place is the chicken... I mean, the kitchen! Ugh, I practiced so hard, but I still get nervous when introducing myself... Heh.
About Xiangling
You've seen the dragon in Mondstadt? How big was it? What!? No way! Imagine how big a steak a dragon that huge would make!
More About Xiangling: I
Roasted pigeon skewers, anyone? C'mon, it's my secret recipe, you'll love it!
More About Xiangling: II
My master did a good job teaching me spear fighting, don't you think? If you want, I could teach you too. Although... I'd much rather teach you my cooking, if you're interested! I want my recipes to spread all around Teyvat!
More About Xiangling: III
My heart's desire? To start my very own cooking tradition, of course! Li-style and Yue-style cooking are good, but they have a limited palate. The missing ingredient? Chili pepper! Come, let me fry up one of Guoba's chili peppers for you...
More About Xiangling: IV
I think I've won you over with my cooking now, right? It's time to introduce you to my latest masterpiece — I call it the "most marvelous multi-colored super pancake"! Bright red squirrel ham, orange carrot, yellow sunfrog meat, green calla lily and blue butterfly wings, beautifully wrapped in a thin egg pancake— What? I thought you said you were starving! *sigh* Okay.
More About Xiangling: V
I'm in a dilemma and I don't know how to solve it... It isn't like me to get so worked up over nothing... Ah! Well, here's the thing. I always love getting you to try my latest recipes, but... I'm worried that my food might not agree with your stomach and... I can't bear the thought of that happening. What should I do?
About Us: Strengths
I'm much better at cooking than navigating... but if you do go out, definitely take me with you!
About Us: New Knowledge
Meeting you has really opened my eyes to things other than cooking. Like what? Well, such as... um... for example... I can't think when you put me on the spot! Forget it, I'll stick to cooking from now on. I have a new recipe for you to try, actually...
Thoughts About Other Characters
Baizhu
I can smell Mist Grass! It must be Dr. Baizhu! What is he doing here? *Shocked* Are you OK? Do you feel faint? Is your stomach sore? Or is it a sore throat? I've got it, you're fatigued from all that adventuring! No?... You're fine? Phew! Otherwise, he would've made you drink some traditional herbal medicine — it's so bitter!
Ningguang
That was the Tianquan! Did you see? She just walked past. Come here... closer... Let me tell you, she knows everything that happens in Liyue, so... keep a low profile, don't attract her attention!
Hu Tao
Is Hu Tao picking on you too? Ugh, that prankster always waits till I least expect it, creeps up on me from behind and then... Boo! ...then laughs herself silly. Hmph. But I can handle it, and she does bring me fermented plum blossoms once in a while so I can make flower cakes... so I don't hold a grudge.
Diona
Diona, from Springvale! Ah, I heard she mixes a great drink, so I came specifically to see her! I thought perhaps I could use her secrets in my cooking, and bring out more flavors. But the tips that she gave me — like soaking lizard tails in beer, or putting bits of smoked fish in dandelion wine — all came out really awful. *sigh* Guess it's up to me to work it out myself, then.
Beidou
Oh, Beidou is the greatest! Every time I go out sailing with her, she always manages to fish up lots of fresh ingredients! Octopus tentacles go great in soup, and seaweed fries up great with some chilis. Not just Beidou, but everyone on board The Crux loves my cooking.
Zhongli
I've come across a lot of fussy eaters, but Mr. Zhongli is very particular and has no problem getting straight to what he has to say. The first time I served him salt and pepper tofu, he took just one bite, and then proceeded to say: "It would be better to try sea salt extracted from the shallow seas of Guyun Stone Forest, because it would bring a fresh sense of depth to the tofu." I tried it and the taste was just so different! He's just amazing, don't you think!?
Chongyun
Chongyun? I always see him on his way to eat at Wanmin Restaurant with Xingqiu... Ah... or perhaps I should say I see him being dragged there by Xingqiu? Chongyun doesn't eat hot food. Every time the hot food arrives, Xingqiu politely apologizes and proceeds to try every dish. I just wanna dig in with him! The look on Chongyun's face is priceless. They're quite interesting, those two.
Ganyu
Ganyu? Oh... Oh yeah! I remember her — vegetarian, right? She doesn't come to the Wanmin Restaurant very often — but when she does, she sits alone in the corner and eats her meal in total silence. Poor girl, she seems kinda lonely... I always give her an extra-large portion because I feel sorry for her. Funniest thing is, she eats every last bite, every time! I wouldn't have guessed she had such an appetite just by looking at her.
Yaoyao
Hee-hee, I'm proud to call her my junior! She hasn't swung by the Wanmin Restaurant in ages, though. Maybe master is trying to protect her from me or something... Last time we hung out, I was about to dig into some fresh raw octopus from the Sea of Clouds, but not only did she stop me from eating it, she sent master to tell me off too! Ugh... Honestly, sometimes it feels like I'm the one who gets treated like the junior...
Xinyan
Xinyan always comes to the Wanmin Restaurant for a late-night snack! She gobbles up all the new dishes that the likes of Xingqiu and Chongyun don't go near... and nine times out of ten, she enjoys them too! She's great.
Yelan
Yelan? Of course, I remember her! When I first met her, I was certain she'd be the kind of gal who'd prefer lighter dishes... turned out that she can handle the most spice out of all my customers! Apparently, my dishes weren't spicy enough for her, because she started taking bites of raw Jueyun Chilis! Truly amazing.
Gaming
Oh boy, once I know Gaming is coming, I make sure to prepare a huge pot of tea in advance. You know, so he can wash some of the spicy food down. I've offered to tone down the spice a bit for him, but he absolutely insists that he prefers the authentic flavor... And he's not even just saying that to be polite. Believe me, I know a true foodie when I see one! Anyway, if that's what he prefers, then who am I to disappoint, hehe!
Lan Yan
Guoba loves Lan Yan! They spent soooooo long shaking hands when they first met, it was like they'd known each other forever, haha. Lan Yan actually promised to take me foraging for wild mushrooms and insects... Hehe, once my new dish is ready, you've gotta come try it!
Escoffier
Oh! You mean that chef from Fontaine, right? She's great! I got to try a bunch of her new dishes the other day. They were all so... what's the word... precise! It was like she took all the flavors and ingredients in her dishes and transformed them into art! I was amazed at how meticulous everything was — every measurement, every technique executed to perfection! I kinda want Shenhe to ask Aunty Xianyun to make me a precision cooking machine of my own, so I can try out Escoffier's style of cooking!
Hobbies & Personality
Xiangling's Hobbies
Watch carefully! Heat the oil in a pan, then take a handful of crystalflies — wings removed — pop them in, and voila! Delicious deep-fried crystal— Hey! Where are you going?
Xiangling's Troubles
It's been a month and I still haven't sold a single bowl of Mushroom Slime Stew. Gee, is it just because it looks sticky and gooey? It's their loss if they don't have a spoonful...
Favorite Food
My favorite thing to eat is... whatever exotic ingredient I haven't tried yet! No, I'm not dodging the question, that's my honest answer!
Least Favorite Food
I'll eat absolutely anything! There are no bad ingredients, only bad cooking!
Feelings About Ascension
Feelings About Ascension: Intro
Oh wow! This feels great! My whole body is bursting with energy!
Feelings About Ascension: Building Up
Hey! Ha! Hua! I can slay a beast with one punch, locking in that freshness!
Feelings About Ascension: Climax
Finally... with this power, I can cook... *giggle* ...Oh no, I've started salivating!
Feelings About Ascension: Conclusion
As my father always says: "To make a five-star dish, you need ten-star passion!" I know, I know! To be able to come this far is definitely thanks to your ten-star passion when it comes to practicing with me, so I'll be sure to pay you back with two— no, three times the passion!
Receiving a Gift
Receiving a Gift: I
Mmm... wow! I know this taste, it's... boom shaka-laka!
Receiving a Gift: II
I gotta admit, you're really good at cooking. Next time, it's my turn to show you a thing or two.
Receiving a Gift: III
Are you sure you followed the recipe? Something is definitely off here...
Source: official HoYoverse Fetter (friendship) voice-lines — Genshin Impact
Strengths & Weaknesses
- At Lv90, Xiangling already gets +96% Elemental Mastery baked into the ascension stat line — no artifacts needed for this part.
- Buffs the whole team's DMG/stats via Condensed Pyronado, with no elemental restriction on party composition.
- 4★ (Polearm) — obtainable via the standard wish/banner, no need to pull on a limited banner.
- The ascension stat isn't CRIT Rate/DMG — this kit isn't built to carry the team's main damage, fitting a support/sub-DPS role better than a main carry.
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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XianglingSS
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Option 1
Option 2
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Sands: Energy Recharge / Elemental Mastery
Goblet: Pyro DMG Bonus
Circlet: CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate
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Energy Recharge (~200%) › CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate › ATK% / Elemental Mastery |
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A renowned chef from Liyue. She's extremely passionate about cooking and excels at making her signature hot and spicy dishes.
- Affiliation: Wanmin Restaurant
- Birthday (day/month): 11/2
- Specialty dish: Wanmin Restaurant's Boiled Fish
- Namecard: Xiangling: Fresh from the Pan — Namecard style. Try saying this three times fast: "Guoba sears sea snails by Liyue's sea shore."
- Outfits (skins): New Year's Cheer