What is XQ in Genshin?

XQ, also known as Xingqiu, is a playable Hydro character in Genshin Impact, a popular open-world action role-playing game, and is the second son of the Guild Manager of the Feiyun Commerce Guild, an influential group in Liyue. He is also a self-proclaimed practitioner of the Ghua Clan’s arts, with a unique set of abilities and playstyle that sets him apart from other characters in the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Is Xingqiu a guy or a girl?: Xingqiu is a young man that spends a lot of time keeping up appearances, but his best friend Chongyun is more than aware of his true personality.
2. Do you get a free Xingqiu?: During Genshin Impact 2.6’s Hues of the Violet Garden Event, players can unlock 4-star Hydro user Xingqiu for free by participating in mini-games.
3. What is Xingqiu’s pen name?: The Irodori Festival hosted a book signing for Zhenyu, which is Xingqiu’s pen name, and he was troubled about it due to his terrible handwriting.

Character Relationships

4. Who does Xingqiu hate?: Xingqiu has a distaste for Ninguang, and he also finds Xinyan to be an annoyance due to her loud music.
5. Does Raiden trigger Xingqiu?: Xingqiu’s Burst triggers when a character does a Normal Attack, but it also triggers when Raiden Shogun is in her Musou Isshin state.
6. Is Chongyun and Xingqiu dating?: Xingqiu is best friends with Chongyun, and the two boys are often seen spending time together in Liyue, with some fans shipping them as a couple, known as Xingyun.

Gameplay and Strategy

7. What is Xingqiu’s boss drop?: Xingqiu requires Cleansing Heart as his boss drop, similar to other original Hydro units, and Varunada Lazurite stones for his ascension materials.
8. Is Xingqiu worth it?: Xingqiu’s Constellations in Genshin Impact are highly worth it, with his most important Constellations lying on his C2 and C6.
9. Can Xingqiu heal himself?: Although not typically labeled as a healer, Xingqiu is able to heal himself, making him a valuable asset to any team.

Character Interactions

10. Who is Xingqiu allergic to?: Xingqiu becomes physically sick if he eats carrots due to the fact that his mother would always serve him mashed carrots when he was much younger.
11. Why is Xingqiu so popular?: Xingqiu is widely considered one of the best and most powerful characters in Genshin Impact because of his ability to deal Hydro damage to enemies.
12. Does Yelan and Xingqiu work together?: Yelan’s best team compositions in Genshin Impact mostly consist of teams that work well with Xingqiu, as both characters can deal great off-field Hydro damage.

Team Compositions

13. Is Yelan or Xingqiu better for Hu Tao?: Xingqiu is better with Hu Tao against bosses, while Yelan is great with Hu Tao against smaller opponents.
14. Does Xingqiu work with Yae Miko?: Xingqiu is a top-tier Support and Sub-DPS to any character in Genshin Impact, and when pairing him with Yae Miko, both can deal decent damage.
15. Why is Shenhe mad at Xingqiu?: Shenhe does not like Xingqiu teasing her nephew Chongyun, but she can’t confront him directly due to her position as a disciple of Cloud Retainer.