Genshin Impact Lyney Build Guide: Best Weapons, Artifacts, Team Comps & Playstyle

Lyney, the 5-star Pyro archer in Genshin Impact, excels as a charged attack-focused DPS with a unique playstyle centered around his "Bond of Life" mechanic and explosive Elemental Skill burst. This guide covers optimal builds, team synergies, and strategies to maximize his damage potential.  

1. Skill Priority & Talent Breakdown  

- Normal Attack (NA) > Elemental Skill (E) > Elemental Burst (Q)  

  - Normal Attack: Lyney’s core damage source. His Level 2 Charged Attack fires a Prop Arrow that summons a Grinn-Malkin Hat (dealing Pyro DMG) and grants Prop Surplus stacks. Prioritize leveling this first.  

  - Elemental Skill (E): Detonates all Prop Surplus stacks for AoE Pyro DMG and heals Lyney. Upgrade second for higher burst damage.  

  - Elemental Burst (Q): Provides mobility and additional Pyro DMG but has lower scaling. Upgrade last unless used for quick rotations.  

Key Mechanics  

- Prop Surplus: Max 5 stacks, gained via Charged Attacks. Each stack boosts E’s DMG by 40% and heals 20% HP.  

- Mono-Pyro Synergy: Lyney’s passive increases his DMG by up to 100% when paired with 2+ Pyro teammates.  

2. Weapon Recommendations  

Best-in-Slot  

- The First Great Magic (5★): Signature weapon. Boosts Charged Attack DMG by 48% and ATK by 16–32% based on team composition.  

- Aqua Simulacra (5★): High CRIT DMG and universal DMG bonus, ideal for solo Pyro teams.  

Alternatives  

- Amos’ Bow (5★): Enhances Charged Attack DMG with its passive.  

- Scion of the Blazing Sun (4★): Best F2P option, providing CRIT Rate and Charged Attack buffs.  

3. Artifact Builds  

Optimal Set  

- Marechaussee Hunter (4pc):  

  - 2pc: +15% Normal/Charged Attack DMG.  

  - 4pc: Grants up to 36% CRIT Rate via HP fluctuations (synergizes with Lyney’s self-heal).  

Main Stats  

- Sands: ATK%  

- Goblet: Pyro DMG Bonus  

- Circlet: CRIT DMG/Rate (aim for 1:2 ratio).  

- Substats: CRIT > ATK% > Energy Recharge (~120% ER for burst uptime).  

4. Team Compositions  

Lyney thrives in Mono-Pyro or Double Pyro teams with shields/healers:  

Meta Mono-Pyro Team  

- Lyney + Bennett + Xiangling + Kazuha  

  - Bennett: Heals and buffs ATK.  

  - Xiangling: Off-field Pyro DMG for reactions.  

  - Kazuha: Shreds Pyro RES and groups enemies.  

Shield-Based Team  

- Lyney + Zhongli + Bennett + Flex  

  - Zhongli: Provides shields and universal RES shred.  

  - Flex Slot: Add Xiangling for damage or Yelan for Vaporize.  

F2P-Friendly Team  

- Lyney + Bennett + Thoma + Sucrose  

  - Thoma: Shields and Pyro resonance.  

  - Sucrose: EM sharing and crowd control.  

5. Constellation Highlights  

- C1: Reduces Charged Attack stamina cost and grants 1 Prop Surplus stack every 5s, improving sustain.  

- C2: Increases E’s DMG by 20% per Prop Surplus stack (max +100%).  

- C6: Charged Attacks gain 50% CRIT DMG and reset E’s cooldown on kill, enabling infinite rotations.  

6. Ascension & Talent Materials  

Ascension (Lv. 90)  

- Agnidus Agate ×6 (Pyro Gemstones).  

- Rainbow Rose ×168 (Fontaine local specialty).  

- Emperor’s Resolution ×46 (dropped by Emperor of Fire and Iron world boss).  

Talent Upgrades  

- Teachings of Equity (Wednesday/Saturday/Sunday domain).  

- Lightless Eye of the Maelstrom (All-Devouring Narwhal weekly boss).  

7. Playstyle Tips  

1. Rotation: Use Charged Attack x2 → E → Q → Swap to supports.  

2. HP Management: Maintain HP above 60% to maximize Prop Surplus stacks.  

3. Energy Optimization: Pair with Favonius weapons on supports for smoother burst cycles.