Tier Rating & Role
Diluc is rated B Tier as a Main DPS in the current meta. While no longer top-tier after years of powercreep, his Plunging Attack revival via Xianyun has given him a meaningful second wind — especially in Melt teams.
Strengths & Weaknesses
✅ Strengths
- Highest Plunging Attack multipliers among all Claymore users
- Low 40-Energy Burst cost means near-constant Pyro infusion uptime
- Strong in Melt (2x) and Vaporize (1.5x) reaction teams
- 24.2% CRIT Rate at Ascension 6 — easy to build
- Standard Banner character — no limited pulls needed
- Great synergy with widely-used supports (Bennett, Xianyun)
❌ Weaknesses
- Outclassed by newer 5-star DPS characters in raw output
- Plunge playstyle requires Xianyun — restricts team building
- Burst phoenix can miss or hit large enemies fewer times
- C2 anti-synergy with best 4-star weapon (Serpent Spine)
- Limited exploration utility compared to other DPS options
Character Overview
Diluc is a 5-star Pyro character from Mondstadt who wields a Claymore. One of Genshin Impact’s oldest characters, Diluc has seen a significant revival in the current meta thanks to his Plunging Attack playstyle, unlocked by Xianyun’s release. He now excels as an on-field Main DPS in Melt and Vaporize teams, and his Plunging Attack multipliers are actually the highest among all Claymore users in the game.
Character Stats & Role
Base Stats (Level 20)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| HP | 2,621 |
| ATK | 68 |
| DEF | 158 |
| CRIT Rate | 5% |
Max Stats (Level 90)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| HP | 12,981 |
| ATK | 335 |
| DEF | 784 |
| CRIT Rate | 24.2% |
- Element: Pyro
- Weapon Type: Claymore
- Rarity: 5 Stars ★★★★★
- Region: Mondstadt
- Voice Actors: Sean Chiplock (EN) · Ono Kenshou (JP)
- Best Role: On-Field Main DPS (Plunge / Vaporize / Melt)
Best Weapons for Diluc
Diluc has two distinct playstyles — classic Vaporize/Melt and the newer Plunging Attack build. CRIT-stat Claymores perform best across both.
5-Star Weapons (Premium Options)
BiSA Thousand Blazing Suns
Current best-in-slot. Diluc naturally satisfies its Elemental-Infused Normal Attack condition via his Burst — a perfect fit for his kit.
GreatRedhorn Stonethresher
Excellent all-around option with strong CRIT DMG stat; performs similarly to Beacon of the Reed Sea.
GreatBeacon of the Reed Sea
Solid choice with high CRIT Rate substat and good ATK passives.
Wolf’s Gravestone
Still decent — provides a strong team ATK buff on proc. Pure CRIT weapons now outperform it for personal damage.
4-Star Weapons (Great Alternatives)
Best 4★Serpent Spine (R5)
Best 4-star at max refinement. Requires maintaining stacks by avoiding damage — note the anti-synergy with C2.
Fruitful Hook
Solid dedicated 4-star for Plunge teams specifically. Not recommended for general use across other team types.
F2PPrototype Archaic (Craftable)
Best craftable F2P option. Reliable ATK boost with no conditions — permanently obtainable.
NicheRainslasher
Only worth using in consistent Vaporize teams where Diluc is regularly hitting Hydro-affected enemies.
⚠️ Note: Song of Broken Pines and Whiteblind are no longer recommended — they lack the CRIT stats Diluc needs and are outperformed by more accessible options. Prioritize CRIT-stat Claymores you already own.
Best Artifacts for Diluc
Artifact choice depends on your team and playstyle.
Primary Set
Crimson Witch of Flames (4pc) — Best All-Around
Best set for Vaporize and Melt teams. Diluc can easily stack its Pyro DMG bonus through repeated Elemental Skill use, and his Burst maintains Pyro infusion to keep the buff active.
Alternative Sets
Marechaussee Hunter (4pc)
Competitive with or surpasses Crimson Witch when running Furina alongside Diluc. Her constant HP drain keeps the 4pc active, granting up to +36% CRIT Rate — freeing substats for CRIT DMG and EM.
Long Night’s Oath (4pc)
Strong pick specifically for Plunge Attack teams. Heavily buffs Plunging Attack damage.
Mixed 2pc + 2pc
Crimson Witch 2pc + Wanderer’s Troupe (80 EM) or ATK +18% sets work as a transitional build while farming better pieces.
Main Stats Priority
Sands: ATK% or EM | Goblet: Pyro DMG Bonus | Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG
EM Sands often outperforms ATK% in Vaporize/Melt teams, especially with Bennett’s ATK buff active.
Substats Priority
CRIT Rate = CRIT DMG > Elemental Mastery (100–200) > ATK% > Energy Recharge (115–120%)
Diluc’s Burst costs only 40 Energy — ER requirements are minimal, even lower with Bennett in party.
Team Compositions
Diluc’s best teams revolve around amplifying reactions (Melt or Vaporize) and, in premium setups, the Plunging Attack playstyle enabled by Xianyun.
🔥 Team 1: Melt Plunge (Best — Premium)
DilucMain DPS
XianyunPlunge Enabler / Healer
Citlali / Rosaria / GanyuCryo for Melt
BennettATK Buffer
Melt (2.0x multiplier) + Plunging Attacks = highest ceiling. Activate Diluc’s Burst for Pyro infusion, then use Xianyun’s Burst to enable high jumps and begin Plunging.
💧 Team 2: Vaporize Plunge (Strong Alternative)
DilucMain DPS
XianyunPlunge Enabler / Healer
FurinaDMG Amplifier
BennettATK Buffer
Slightly lower ceiling than Melt Plunge (Vaporize 1.5x vs Melt 2.0x), but Furina’s buffs compensate significantly. Also enables Marechaussee Hunter artifact set.
💚 Team 3: Classic Vaporize (F2P-Friendly)
DilucMain DPS
Xingqiu / YelanHydro Off-Field
Kazuha / SucroseAnemo VV Shred
BennettATK Buffer / Healer
Reliable and accessible. A solid choice if you don’t have Xianyun or Furina.
⚡ Team 4: Overload (With Chevreuse)
DilucMain DPS
ChevreuseRES Shred
Electro SupportFlex
Electro / Pyro FlexFlex
All team members must be Pyro or Electro only for Chevreuse’s RES Shred to activate. Be aware Overload can knock smaller enemies away.
Talents & Constellations
Talent Priority
1
Normal Attack — Top priority. Plunging Attack damage scales with Normal Attack talent level.
2
Elemental Skill — Second priority; significant damage in non-Plunge and hybrid rotations.
3
Elemental Burst — Level last; primary value is granting Pyro infusion, not raw damage.
Constellation Overview
C0 (Base)
Perfectly viable. As a Standard Banner character, treat constellations as lucky bonuses — don’t chase them.
C1
15% more DMG to enemies above 50% HP. Decent, but only applies to roughly half of each fight. Low impact overall.
C2 — Searing Ember
Taking damage increases ATK by 10% and ATK SPD by 5%, stacking up to 3 times. Anti-synergy with Serpent Spine. Still procs when shielded.
C4
After Searing Onslaught, next 2 Normal Attacks gain 30% DMG and ATK SPD bonus. Treat as a passive bonus — deliberately timing Skill casts around it results in a DPS loss.
C6
Grants Plunging and Charged Attack bonuses after Elemental Skill. Most impactful for Plunge playstyle. Not worth specifically chasing given Standard Banner status.
Gameplay Tips
- In Plunge teams, always activate Elemental Burst for Pyro infusion before jumping with Xianyun’s buff
- Weave 2 Normal Attacks between each Elemental Skill cast (N2E pattern) to cancel animations and maintain smooth rotations
- Diluc’s Elemental Skill can be used 3 times consecutively — each cast must be within 4 seconds of the last or the cooldown resets
- His Burst’s phoenix drags and hits smaller enemies multiple times; against large bosses it only connects 2–3 times due to knockback resistance
- Energy Recharge of 115–120% is sufficient due to the low 40-Energy Burst cost
- Use Anemo supports with Viridescent Venerer for Pyro RES Shred in non-Overload teams
- His 24.2% CRIT Rate ascension stat makes hitting optimal CRIT ratios easier than most DPS characters
Ascension Materials
To fully ascend Diluc to Level 90 and max his talents, you’ll need the following exact quantities. Plan your resin usage efficiently!
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Character Ascension | |
| Agnidus Agate Sliver | ×1 |
| Agnidus Agate Fragment | ×9 |
| Agnidus Agate Chunk | ×9 |
| Agnidus Agate Gemstone | ×6 |
| Small Lamp Grass (Mondstadt Specialty) | ×168 |
| Everflame Seed (Pyro Regisvine) | ×46 |
| Recruit’s Insignia | ×18 |
| Sergeant’s Insignia | ×30 |
| Lieutenant’s Insignia | ×36 |
| Mora | ×420,000 |
| Talent Leveling (all 3 talents to Lv.10) | |
| Teachings of Resistance | ×9 |
| Guide to Resistance | ×63 |
| Philosophies of Resistance | ×114 |
| Recruit’s Insignia | ×18 |
| Sergeant’s Insignia | ×66 |
| Lieutenant’s Insignia | ×93 |
| Dvalin’s Plume (Weekly Boss) | ×18 |
| Crown of Insight | ×3 |
| Mora | ×4,957,500 |
How to Get Diluc
- Standard Banner — Permanently available in the standard wish pool (Wanderlust Invocation)
- Chronicled Wish Banner — The only banner where you can specifically target Diluc for constellations if desired
- Starglitter Exchange — Occasionally rotates into the shop
Diluc does not appear on Limited Character Event Banners. Check the Chronicled Wish schedule if you’re aiming for constellations.
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