Yunli Build Guide
Best relics, light cones, team compositions & trace priority for Honkai Star Rail 4.0 (February 2026)
📖 Yunli Overview
Yunli is a 5-star Physical Destruction DPS specializing in counter-attacks. Her Ultimate enters a parry state, and when attacked she unleashes a devastating AoE Physical counter. She synergizes with taunts and aggro redirects.
Element
Physical
Path
Destruction
Rarity
★★★★★
Tier
S+
⚔️ Skills Breakdown
Basic Attack
Deals Physical DMG to a single enemy.
Skill
Deals Physical DMG with enhanced effects based on Yunli's kit.
Ultimate
Powerful Physical DMG ability with special effects.
Talent
Passive ability enhancing Yunli's combat effectiveness.
Technique
Overworld ability providing combat advantages.
🛡️ Best Relics & Planar Ornaments
Relic Sets
🏆 Best in Slot
Champion of Streetwise Boxing (4pc)
Alternatives
Wavestrider Captain (4pc)
Planar Ornaments
🏆 Best in Slot
Rutilant Arena
Alternatives
Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
🔮 Best Light Cones
🏆 Best in Slot
Dance at Sunset (Signature)
Alternatives (ranked)
On the Fall of an Aeon (F2P), Something Irreplaceable
📊 Stat Priority & Main Stats
Body
CRIT Rate
Feet
ATK%
Sphere
Physical DMG Bonus
Rope
ATK%
Sub-stat Priority
CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK% > SPD
Target Stats
75%+ CRIT Rate, 150%+ CRIT DMG, 2800+ ATK
👥 Best Team Compositions
🏆 Optimal Teams
Alternative Teams
📈 Trace & Eidolon Priority
Trace Upgrade Order
Ultimate > Talent > Skill > Basic Attack
Eidolon Priority
E1 > E2
✅ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Massive counter-attack AoE damage
Works well with taunt supports
Strong F2P Light Cone options
❌ Cons
Damage depends on being attacked — inconsistent without taunts
Performance unreliable if enemies don't target her
💡 Tips & Tricks
Use with Lynx or Preservation units that redirect attacks toward her.
Robin's buffs amplify counter damage significantly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best relics for Yunli?
The best relic set is Champion of Streetwise Boxing (4pc) paired with Rutilant Arena as the planar ornament. Alternatives include Wavestrider Captain (4pc).
What is the best Light Cone for Yunli?
The best Light Cone is Dance at Sunset (Signature). Good alternatives include: On the Fall of an Aeon (F2P), Something Irreplaceable.
What tier is Yunli in HSR 4.0?
Yunli is ranked S+ Tier in our Honkai Star Rail 4.0 tier list as of February 2026.
Is Yunli worth pulling?
As a S+ Tier Main DPS, Yunli is absolutely worth pulling and one of the best investments in the game.