Diluc Guide and Best Builds
Diluc is a 5-star Pyro Claymore character in Genshin Impact who primarily functions as an On-Field DPS. Read our Diluc guide to learn more about Diluc's kit, Diluc's best builds and also his Ascension and Talent Materials.
Diluc Guide & Best Builds
Welcome to our Diluc build guide for Genshin Impact. Diluc is a 5-Star Pyro Main DPS Character who focuses on consistent on-field damage through Elemental Skill chaining and reaction-based gameplay such as Vaporize and Melt. In our guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to get the most out of your Diluc, from building the best Artifacts and Weapons to important stat priorities and rotations.
Best Weapons for Diluc
Listed below are Diluc's best weapons. While weapons are listed in a priority order, what's best to build on your Diluc can vary depending on the team composition and level of investment you want to put into Diluc.
Wolf's Gravestone (R1)
120%
Wolfish Tracker
Base ATK: 608
ATK: 49.6%
Increases ATK by 20% / 25% / 30% / 35% / 40%. On hit, attacks against opponents with less than 30% HP increase all party members' ATK by 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80% for 12s. Can only occur once every 30s.
Serpent Spine (R5)
115%
Wavesplitter
Base ATK: 510
CRIT Rate: 27.6%
Every 4s a character is on the field, they will deal 6% / 7% / 8% / 9% / 10% more DMG and take 3% / 2.7% / 2.4% / 2.2% / 2% more DMG. This effect has a maximum of 5 stacks and will not be reset if the character leaves the field, but will be reduced by 1 stack when the character takes DMG.
Blackcliff Slasher (R5)
110%
Press the Advantage
Base ATK: 510
CRIT DMG: 55.1%
After defeating an opponent / enemy / enemy / enemy, ATK is increased by 12% / 15% / 18% / 21% / 24% for 30s. This effect has a maximum of 3 stacks, and the duration of each stack is independent of the others.
The Unforged (R1)
108%
Golden Majesty
Base ATK: 608
ATK: 49.6%
Increases Shield Strength by 20% / 25% / 30% / 35% / 40%. Scoring hits on opponents increases ATK by 4% / 5% / 6% / 7% / 8% for 8s. Max 5 stacks. Can only occur once every 0.3s. While protected by a shield, this ATK increase effect is increased by 100%.
Mailed Flower (R5)
105%
Whispers of Wind and Flower
Base ATK: 565
Elemental Mastery: 110
Within 8s after the character's Elemental Skill hits an opponent or the character triggers an Elemental Reaction, their ATK and Elemental Mastery will be increased by 12% / 15% / 18% / 21% / 24% and 48 / 60 / 72 / 84 / 96 respectively.
Rainslasher (R5)
102%
Bane of Storm and Tide
Base ATK: 510
Elemental Mastery: 165
Increases DMG against opponents affected by Hydro or Electro by 20% / 24% / 28% / 32% / 36%.
Prototype Archaic (R1)
100%
Crush
Base ATK: 565
ATK: 27.6%
On hit, Normal or Charged Attacks have a 50% chance to deal an additional 240% / 300% / 360% / 420% / 480% ATK DMG to opponents within a small AoE. Can only occur once every 15s.
Best Artifacts for Diluc
Marechaussee Hunter
Marechaussee Hunter
2-Piece Set: Normal and Charged Attack DMG +15%
4-Piece Set: When current HP increases or decreases, CRIT Rate will be increased by 12% for 5s. Max 3 stacks.
Crimson Witch of Flames
Crimson Witch of Flames
2-Piece Set: Pyro DMG Bonus +15%
4-Piece Set: Increases Overloaded, Burning, and Burgeon DMG by 40%. Increases Vaporize and Melt DMG by 15%. Using Elemental Skill increases the 2-Piece Set Bonus by 50% of its starting value for 10s. Max 3 stacks.
Diluc's Stat Priority
: ATK % / Elemental Mastery
: Pyro DMG
: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMGDiluc primarily scales with ATK and CRIT stats. Elemental Mastery becomes more valuable in reaction-based teams such as Vaporize or Melt, where it significantly increases damage output.
When using Marechaussee Hunter with Furina, CRIT Rate requirements are reduced, allowing you to prioritize CRIT DMG and ATK more heavily.
Recommended Stats for Diluc
Build recommendations assume a "decently built" level of artifact rolls alongside Diluc's common weapon options. Using different weapons may shift these values slightly.
Diluc's Talent Priority
Diluc’s Normal Attacks should be prioritized as they make up the majority of his damage, followed by his Elemental Skill and then his Elemental Burst.
How to Play Diluc
Diluc is a straightforward on-field DPS whose gameplay revolves around chaining his Elemental Skill between Normal Attacks to maximize damage output.
His Elemental Skill can be cast three times in quick succession, allowing him to weave Normal Attacks between each cast. This creates a smooth rotation that maintains consistent Pyro application.
Diluc performs best in reaction-based teams, especially Vaporize, where he can consistently trigger reactions with characters like Xingqiu or Yelan.
His Elemental Burst provides a large AoE Pyro attack and infuses his weapon with Pyro, allowing all subsequent Normal Attacks to deal Pyro damage. This should be used early in the rotation to maximize uptime.
Diluc's Best Constellations
| Constellation | % of C0 | % From Previous Constellation |
|---|---|---|
| C0 | 100% |
100% |
| C1 | 107% | 107% |
| C2 | 111% | 104% |
| C3 | 115.5% | 104% |
| C4 | 117.5% | 102% |
| C5 | 128.5% | 109% |
| C6 | 143.5% | 112% |
Diluc's Best Team Compositions
To learn all about Diluc's synergies and best team compositions, check our dedicated Diluc team page below:
Changelog
- 13 Apr. 2026: Diluc guide updated for 6.5.
- 28 Sep. 2025: Updated for 6.0.
- 12 Feb. 2025: Reviewed for 5.4.
- 17 Jan. 2025: Updated for 5.3.
- 05 Jun. 2024: Reviewed for 4.7.
- 13 Mar. 2024: Updated to 4.5 with constellation advice now that you can actually aim for constellations with the new banner system.
- 31 Jan. 2024: Updated to 4.4, tier changed and Xianyun team comp added.
- 04 Dec. 2023: Guide added.
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