Choosing the right four-star character during Genshin Impact's Lantern Rite event is a crucial decision, whether you're a seasoned player aiming for constellations or a newcomer building your team. The ideal choice depends on your existing roster, but let's explore some top contenders.
If you covet a specific character or need constellations for a favorite, prioritize them! However, if you're open to suggestions, the newest four-star, Lan Yan, is a compelling option. This Anemo shielder enhances survivability in teams needing defense without healing, such as those featuring Hu Tao or Arlecchino. Her Anemo application also synergizes well with the Viridescent Venerer artifact set for resistance shredding. Many players will lack Lan Yan, making her a valuable addition. Furthermore, her second constellation significantly boosts her shield regeneration, making her even more potent.
While wishing for Arlecchino or Clorinde, you might also acquire Lan Yan. Securing her second constellation makes her shield regenerate with normal attacks, greatly increasing her effectiveness.
Beyond Lan Yan, Xingqiu, Xiangling, and Yaoyao are excellent choices. Yaoyao, a powerful Dendro healer, keeps your team's health topped off. Her skill heals the active character while damaging enemies, and her burst heals the entire party. She's ideal for Bloom, Hyperbloom, Aggravate, Spread, or even Burning team compositions. Best of all, she's remarkably effective even at Constellation Zero.
Then there are the veterans, Xingqiu and Xiangling. These two consistently rank among Genshin Impact's best four-star units. If you're missing either, they're highly recommended. Xingqiu is an exceptional sub-DPS, inflicting Hydro damage and enabling Freeze and Vaporize teams. He also provides damage reduction and minor healing. His final constellation further amplifies his capabilities. Xiangling, a Pyro sub-DPS, unleashes a devastating pyronado, inflicting significant Pyro damage for reactions. While you obtain a copy through Spiral Abyss floor 5, her constellations drastically boost her power, particularly Constellation Four, which extends her burst duration by 40%.
If you already possess these characters, focus on obtaining constellations for any remaining four-star characters you desire. Don't let this opportunity to strengthen your team go to waste!
Genshin Impact is available now.
