Best Yanfei Genshin Impact Build: Artifacts, Weapons, and More

Yanfei, a semi-adepti in Genshin Impact, possesses the ability to harness the power of the gods and inflict significant damage as a Pyro Catalyst. To achieve this, follow the recommended build below, which includes Yanfei’s best artifacts and weapons.

Although Yanfei may have a preference for handling matters through law and contracts, Liyue’s most highly sought-after legal advisor has the ability to assert her authority in a different manner – by harnessing the power of Pyro.

The Catalyst, a four-star weapon, deals significant damage through its kit that centers exclusively on executing Charged Attacks and strategically utilizing Elemental Reactions to optimize DPS. However, there are a few techniques that are necessary to fully capitalize on its potential.

Fortunately, this guide covers all of them, including the top artifacts and weapons you need to farm for Yanfei’s best build in Genshin Impact. Here’s everything you need to know.

Best Build for Yanfei in Genshin Impact

Weapon	Artifacts	Stats	Team Comp
Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds	Crimson Witch of Flames	Sands: ATK%Goblet: Pyro DMG BonusCirclet: Crit Rate or Crit DMGSubstats: Crit Rate, Crit DMG, ATK%	Yanfei, Xingqiu, Bennett, Kazuha

Recommended Artifacts for Yanfei

A screenshot from the game Genshin Impact — HoYoverse

Crimson Witch of Flames is the best artifact set for Yanfei

Crimson Witch of Flames is considered the optimal artifact set for Yanfei. The set bonus for this particular artifact set is outlined below:

Set Piece	Set Bonus
2-pc	Pyro DMG Bonus +15%.
4-pc	Increases Overloaded, Burning, and Burgeon DMG by 40%. Increases Vaporize and Melt DMG by 15%. Using an Elemental Skill increases 2-Piece Set effects by 50% for 10s. Max 3 stacks.

Top Weapons for Yanfei

Yanfei’s top-performing weapons in Genshin Impact serve two purposes: enhancing her Charged Attacks and boosting her CRIT Rate (and DMG). Although Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds may not fulfill the first requirement, its damage increase based on field time is exceptionally powerful, which complements the high demands of Yanfei’s abilities.

Aside from the top-tier five-star option, Yanfei can also be constructed at a relatively low cost. The Widsith provides versatility, as all three buffs are beneficial for her. Another budget-friendly and formidable alternative is the free-to-play Mappa Mare, which gains strength from reactions and is frequently triggered by Yanfei’s abilities.

Below is a compilation of Yanfei’s top weapons in Genshin Impact:

Weapon	Details
Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds	Increases Movement SPD by 10%. When in battle, gain an 8% Elemental DMG Bonus every 4s. Max 4 stacks. Lasts until the character falls or leaves combat.
Skyward Atlas	Increases Elemental DMG Bonus by 12%. Normal attack hits have a 50% chance to earn the favor of the clouds, which actively seeks out nearby enemies to attack for 15s. Dealing 160% ATK DMG. Can only occur once every 30s.
Flowing Purity	When using an Elemental Skill, All Elemental DMG Bonus will be increased by 8% for 15s, and a Bond of Life worth 24% of Max HP will be granted. This effect can be triggered once every 10s. When the Bond of Life is cleared, every 1,000 HP cleared in the process will provide 2% All Elemental DMG Bonus. Max 12% All Elemental DMG can be gained this way, and lasts 15s.

Yanfei Talent Level-Up and Ascension Materials

Talent Level-Up Materials

Yanfei requires Teachings of Gold, its upgrades, Treasure Hoarder Insignia, its upgrades, and Bloodjade Branch to fully develop her abilities in Genshin Impact. The necessary amount of each material is listed below:

Talent Level-Up Materials
Talent Level-Up Materials	Teachings of Gold x9	Guide to Gold x63	Philosophies of Gold x114
Common Ascension Materials	Treasure Hoarder Insignia x18	Silver Raven Insignia x66	Golden Raven Insignia x93
Weekly Boss Materials	Bloodjade Branch x18

Yanfei’s Ascension Materials

Yanfei, a character in Genshin Impact, requires Agnidus Agate Silver, along with its upgrades Juvenile Jade, Noctilucous Jade, and Treasure Hoarder Insignia for her ascension. The specific quantities of these materials needed for her ascension are listed below:

Ascension Level	Mora Cost	Materials
1	20,000	Agnidus Agate Sliver x1	–	Noctilucous Jade x3	Treasure Hoarder Insignia x3
2	40,000	Agnidus Agate Fragment x3	Juvenile Jade x2	Noctilucous Jade x10	Treasure Hoarder Insignia x15
3	60,000	Agnidus Agate Fragment x6	Juvenile Jade x4	Noctilucous Jade x20	Silver Raven Insignia x12
4	80,000	Agnidus Agate Chunk x3	Juvenile Jade x8	Noctilucous Jade x30	Silver Raven Insignia x18
5	100,000	Agnidus Agate Chunk x6	Juvenile Jade x12	Noctilucous Jade x45	Golden Raven Insignia x12
6	120,000	Agnidus Agate Gemstone x6	Juvenile Jade x20	Noctilucous Jade x60	Golden Raven Insignia x24

Best Yanfei team comp

Yanfei has multiple team compositions in which she can excel, but her most effective role is being an on-field carry and prioritizing Vaporize reactions.

This is where the star support duo of Bennett and Xingqiu proves invaluable. Bennett excels at boosting Yanfei’s ATK and providing Pyro Resonance, while Xingqiu is unmatched as an off-field Hydro applicator in the game.

A screenshot of Yanfei's team comp — HoYoverse

Yanfei functions best with a vaporize team.

To complete the team, you have the option of including an Electro character such as Fischl for additional reactions, or an Anemo character like Sucrose or Kazuha to maximize the benefits of Viridescent Venerer (best for shredding).

An alternative Yanfei build focuses heavily on Overload, which complements well with Electro characters. The popular combination of Fischl and Beidou is often used due to their strong off-field damage, but adjustments to your Yanfei build may be necessary to incorporate them. Prioritizing Elemental Mastery on your artifacts and utilizing Sacrificial Fragments as your weapon are crucial for this build.

Yanfei abilities in Genshin Impact

Yanfei can function as a Charged character in Genshin Impact.

Normal Attack: Seal of Approval

ABILITY NAME	DESCRIPTION
Normal Attack	Shoots fireballs that deal up to three counts of Pyro DMG.When Yanfei’s Normal Attacks hit enemies, they will grant her a single Scarlet Seal. Yanfei may possess a maximum of 3 Scarlet Seals, and each time this effect is triggered, the duration of currently possessed Scarlet Seals will refresh.Each Scarlet Seal will decrease Yanfei’s Stamina consumption and will disappear when she leaves the field.
Charged Attack	Consumes Stamina and all Scarlet Seals before dealing AoE Pyro DMG to opponents after a short casting time.This Charged Attack’s AoE and DMG will increase according to the amount of Scarlet Seals consumed.
Plunging Attack	Gathering the power of Pyro, Yanfei plunges towards the ground from mid-air, damaging all opponents in her path. Deals AoE Pyro DMG upon impact with the ground.

Elemental Skill

ABILITY NAME	DESCRIPTION
Signed Edict	Summons blistering flames that deal AoE Pyro DMG.Opponents hit by the flames will grant Yanfei the maximum number of Scarlet Seals.

Elemental Burst: Done Deal

ABILITY NAME	DESCRIPTION
Done Deal	Triggers a spray of intense flames that rush at nearby opponents, dealing AoE Pyro DMG, granting Yanfei the maximum number of Scarlet Seals, and applying Brilliance to her.BrillianceHas the following effects:·Grants Yanfei a Scarlet Seal at fixed intervals.·Increases the DMG dealt by her Charged Attacks.The effects of Brilliance will end if Yanfei leaves the field or falls in battle.

Yanfei Constellations

Yanfei’s Constellations are worth investing in Genshin Impact.

If you acquire multiple copies of Yanfei, you will be able to fully utilize her constellations, which all enhance her Charged Attack.

Level 1 ⁠— The Law Shows No Mercy: When Yanfei performs a Charged Attack, each active Scarlet Seal lowers the stamina consumption of the attack by 10% and grants increased resistance against interruptions during its execution.
The right of final interpretation at Level 2 grants Yanfei a 20% increase in her Charged Attack CRIT Rate against enemies with less than 50% HP.
Samadhi Fire-Forged (Level 3): This enhancement increases the potency of Signed Edict by 3 levels, with a maximum upgrade level of 15.
Level 4 ⁠— Supreme Amnesty: When Done Deal is used:
- Creates a shield that absorbs up to 45% of Yanfei’s Max HP for 15s.
- This shield absorbs Pyro DMG 250% more effectively.
Level 5 ⁠— Enduring Oath: Raises the Level of Completed Transaction by 3. The highest level of upgrade is 15.
Level 6 ⁠— Additional Clause: Raises the maximum number of Scarlet Seals by 1.

Yanfei’s Pros and Cons

Despite being a competent character, Yanfei does have a few drawbacks. Below are the advantages and disadvantages of using Yanfei in Genshin Impact:

Pros	Cons
Good Charged Attack Damage	Stamina management can be an issue at Constellation 0
Locks on Targets
Constellation 4 allows her to tank attacks

Trailer for Yanfei

On April 28, 2021, HoYoverse uploaded a trailer for Yanfei on their YouTube channel. In case you haven’t seen it yet, you can access it through the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5WPg42lHn0

Collected Miscellany – "Yanfei: Blaze of Legal Brilliance" | Genshin Impact (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5WPg42lHn0)

This is all the information we currently have on Yanfei in Genshin Impact. To learn more about the game, take a look at the available free characters, the mechanics of the Pity system, and whether or not it supports cross-platform play.