{"id":269414,"date":"2026-05-30T05:31:29","date_gmt":"2026-05-30T05:31:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=269414"},"modified":"2026-05-30T05:31:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-30T05:31:29","slug":"which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/","title":{"rendered":"Which artifact is best for Xiao?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#The_Definitive_Guide_to_Xiaos_Best_Artifacts_Maximizing_the_Vigilant_Yakshas_Potential\" title=\"The Definitive Guide to Xiao&#8217;s Best Artifacts: Maximizing the Vigilant Yaksha&#8217;s Potential\">The Definitive Guide to Xiao&#8217;s Best Artifacts: Maximizing the Vigilant Yaksha&#8217;s Potential<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Understanding_Xiaos_Needs_A_Foundation_for_Artifact_Selection\" title=\"Understanding Xiao&#8217;s Needs: A Foundation for Artifact Selection\">Understanding Xiao&#8217;s Needs: A Foundation for Artifact Selection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Examining_the_Artifact_Set_Options_Pros_and_Cons\" title=\"Examining the Artifact Set Options: Pros and Cons\">Examining the Artifact Set Options: Pros and Cons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Vermillion_Hereafter_Tailor-Made_for_Xiao_But_Resin_Intensive\" title=\"Vermillion Hereafter: Tailor-Made for Xiao, But Resin Intensive\">Vermillion Hereafter: Tailor-Made for Xiao, But Resin Intensive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Viridescent_Venerer_Versatile_and_Valuable_Especially_with_Swirl_Teams\" title=\"Viridescent Venerer: Versatile and Valuable, Especially with Swirl Teams\">Viridescent Venerer: Versatile and Valuable, Especially with Swirl Teams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#2-Piece_Viridescent_Venerer_2-Piece_ATK_The_Balanced_Approach\" title=\"2-Piece Viridescent Venerer \/ 2-Piece ATK%: The Balanced Approach\">2-Piece Viridescent Venerer \/ 2-Piece ATK%: The Balanced Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Other_Options_Situational_and_Less_Optimal\" title=\"Other Options: Situational and Less Optimal\">Other Options: Situational and Less Optimal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Making_the_Right_Choice_Considerations_and_Recommendations\" title=\"Making the Right Choice: Considerations and Recommendations\">Making the Right Choice: Considerations and Recommendations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Xiaos_Artifacts\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Xiao&#8217;s Artifacts\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Xiao&#8217;s Artifacts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#1_Is_Vermillion_Hereafter_always_better_than_Viridescent_Venerer_for_Xiao\" title=\"1. Is Vermillion Hereafter always better than Viridescent Venerer for Xiao?\">1. Is Vermillion Hereafter always better than Viridescent Venerer for Xiao?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#2_What_Crit_Ratio_should_I_aim_for_on_Xiao\" title=\"2. What Crit Ratio should I aim for on Xiao?\">2. What Crit Ratio should I aim for on Xiao?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#3_How_much_Energy_Recharge_does_Xiao_need\" title=\"3. How much Energy Recharge does Xiao need?\">3. How much Energy Recharge does Xiao need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#4_Which_is_better_for_Xiao_ATK_Sands_or_Energy_Recharge_Sands\" title=\"4. Which is better for Xiao: ATK% Sands or Energy Recharge Sands?\">4. Which is better for Xiao: ATK% Sands or Energy Recharge Sands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#5_What_is_Xiaos_best_weapon\" title=\"5. What is Xiao&#8217;s best weapon?\">5. What is Xiao&#8217;s best weapon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#6_Can_I_use_a_4-piece_Shimenawas_Reminiscence_on_Xiao\" title=\"6. Can I use a 4-piece Shimenawa&#8217;s Reminiscence on Xiao?\">6. Can I use a 4-piece Shimenawa&#8217;s Reminiscence on Xiao?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#7_Is_it_worth_farming_Vermillion_Hereafter_if_I_dont_have_any_good_pieces_for_other_characters_from_the_domain\" title=\"7. Is it worth farming Vermillion Hereafter if I don&#8217;t have any good pieces for other characters from the domain?\">7. Is it worth farming Vermillion Hereafter if I don&#8217;t have any good pieces for other characters from the domain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#8_What_should_my_artifact_main_stats_be_for_Xiao\" title=\"8. What should my artifact main stats be for Xiao?\">8. What should my artifact main stats be for Xiao?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#9_What_are_the_best_substats_to_look_for_on_Xiaos_artifacts\" title=\"9. What are the best substats to look for on Xiao&#8217;s artifacts?\">9. What are the best substats to look for on Xiao&#8217;s artifacts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#10_Is_Xiao_good_without_constellations\" title=\"10. Is Xiao good without constellations?\">10. Is Xiao good without constellations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#11_What_is_a_good_team_composition_for_Xiao\" title=\"11. What is a good team composition for Xiao?\">11. What is a good team composition for Xiao?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#12_Should_I_level_Xiao_to_90\" title=\"12. Should I level Xiao to 90?\">12. Should I level Xiao to 90?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#13_Is_Xiao_better_than_Wanderer\" title=\"13. Is Xiao better than Wanderer?\">13. Is Xiao better than Wanderer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#14_What_is_Xiaos_role_in_a_team\" title=\"14. What is Xiao&#8217;s role in a team?\">14. What is Xiao&#8217;s role in a team?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/#15_How_does_Xiao_work_in_a_team\" title=\"15. How does Xiao work in a team?\">15. How does Xiao work in a team?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Definitive_Guide_to_Xiaos_Best_Artifacts_Maximizing_the_Vigilant_Yakshas_Potential\"><\/span>The Definitive Guide to Xiao&#8217;s Best Artifacts: Maximizing the Vigilant Yaksha&#8217;s Potential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>So, you want to know which artifacts are the best for <strong>Xiao<\/strong>? As a seasoned Genshin Impact veteran, I&#8217;ve seen countless builds come and go, but the core principles of optimizing this powerhouse remain surprisingly consistent. Let&#8217;s get straight to the point:<\/p>\n<p>While the <strong>Vermillion Hereafter<\/strong> set is designed specifically with <strong>Xiao<\/strong> in mind, the <strong>best artifact set for Xiao<\/strong> ultimately depends on your specific circumstances, resin availability, and overall team composition. In many cases, a well-rounded <strong>2-piece Viridescent Venerer \/ 2-piece ATK% set (such as Gladiator&#8217;s Finale, Shimenawa&#8217;s Reminiscence, or Echoes of an Offering)<\/strong> can perform remarkably well, especially if the substats are superior. If you&#8217;re willing to invest significant resin, <strong>Vermillion Hereafter<\/strong> can offer a slight damage increase when fully stacked, but the farming domain is notoriously inefficient for non-Xiao characters. Therefore, a <strong>2VV\/2ATK%<\/strong> is the more efficient and resin-friendly option, particularly for newer players or those with limited resources.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Xiaos_Needs_A_Foundation_for_Artifact_Selection\"><\/span>Understanding Xiao&#8217;s Needs: A Foundation for Artifact Selection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before diving into specific artifact sets, it&#8217;s crucial to understand what <strong>Xiao<\/strong> truly needs to maximize his potential. He&#8217;s a <strong>selfish Main DPS<\/strong> who deals Anemo damage almost exclusively during his Elemental Burst, <strong>Bane of All Evil<\/strong>. This burst converts his attacks into Anemo damage and significantly increases his jump height and attack range. However, it also drains his HP, making survivability a key concern.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, the primary stats you&#8217;ll be looking for on your artifacts are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sands:<\/strong> ATK% (Energy Recharge if you struggle to keep his Burst up consistently)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Goblet:<\/strong> Anemo DMG Bonus<\/li>\n<li><strong>Circlet:<\/strong> Crit Rate or Crit DMG (prioritize whichever stat you need more to achieve a balanced ratio)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Substats are equally important:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crit Rate<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Crit DMG<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>ATK%<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy Recharge<\/strong> (if needed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The key is to achieve a <strong>healthy Crit Rate:Crit DMG ratio (ideally around 1:2, like 70% CR and 140% CDMG)<\/strong> and enough <strong>Energy Recharge (around 110-130%)<\/strong> to comfortably maintain his burst uptime.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examining_the_Artifact_Set_Options_Pros_and_Cons\"><\/span>Examining the Artifact Set Options: Pros and Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#8217;s delve into the specifics of each artifact set and weigh their advantages and disadvantages for <strong>Xiao<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vermillion_Hereafter_Tailor-Made_for_Xiao_But_Resin_Intensive\"><\/span>Vermillion Hereafter: Tailor-Made for Xiao, But Resin Intensive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This set is explicitly designed to amplify <strong>Xiao&#8217;s<\/strong> damage.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>2-Piece Bonus:<\/strong> ATK +18%<\/li>\n<li><strong>4-Piece Bonus:<\/strong> After using an Elemental Burst, this character will gain a 8% ATK increase for 16s. When the character&#8217;s HP decreases, their ATK will further increase by 10%. This effect can stack up to 4 times. It can be triggered once every 0.8s. This set bonus can still be triggered even when the character is not on the field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Potentially the highest damage ceiling for <strong>Xiao<\/strong> when the 4-piece effect is fully stacked. It is tailor-made for him, as he loses HP during his Burst and therefore can activate the bonus ATK stacks fairly easily.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> <strong>Extremely resin-intensive<\/strong> to farm, as the associated domain (The Lost Valley) isn&#8217;t particularly efficient for other characters. The ATK% increase is triggered and maximized based on HP loss, so you may want to play a bit recklessly to reach those ATK bonuses. The <strong>difference in damage output is negligible<\/strong> compared to the alternatives if the substats aren&#8217;t optimal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Viridescent_Venerer_Versatile_and_Valuable_Especially_with_Swirl_Teams\"><\/span>Viridescent Venerer: Versatile and Valuable, Especially with Swirl Teams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This set is a staple for Anemo characters, but its true value lies in its debuff capabilities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>2-Piece Bonus:<\/strong> Anemo DMG Bonus +15%<\/li>\n<li><strong>4-Piece Bonus:<\/strong> Increases Swirl DMG by 60%. Decreases opponent&#8217;s Elemental RES to the element infused in the Swirl by 40% for 10s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> The <strong>Anemo DMG Bonus<\/strong> directly boosts <strong>Xiao&#8217;s<\/strong> damage output. The 4-piece bonus is incredibly powerful for teams that rely on Swirl reactions, allowing <strong>Xiao<\/strong> to shred enemy resistance to a specific element. While <strong>Xiao<\/strong> himself doesn&#8217;t directly benefit from the Swirl damage bonus, <strong>his teammates&#8217; damage will significantly increase when Swirl is consistently used.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> The 4-piece bonus is only effective in teams where Swirl reactions are prevalent. It requires careful team composition and execution to maximize its effectiveness. It is less beneficial in pure Anemo teams.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Piece_Viridescent_Venerer_2-Piece_ATK_The_Balanced_Approach\"><\/span>2-Piece Viridescent Venerer \/ 2-Piece ATK%: The Balanced Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a popular and generally reliable option, especially if you have strong individual pieces.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Combine <strong>2 pieces of Viridescent Venerer (Anemo DMG Bonus +15%)<\/strong> with <strong>2 pieces of Gladiator&#8217;s Finale, Shimenawa&#8217;s Reminiscence, or Echoes of an Offering (ATK +18%)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Easy to acquire through various domains and bosses. Provides a consistent boost to both Anemo damage and overall attack power. It is a good starting point. It is also a strong option for those who are not willing to farm Vermillion Hereafter. This option will provide consistent results.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> Doesn&#8217;t offer the potential damage ceiling of a fully stacked Vermillion Hereafter or the debuff utility of a 4-piece Viridescent Venerer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Options_Situational_and_Less_Optimal\"><\/span>Other Options: Situational and Less Optimal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the above are the primary choices, some niche builds can work in specific circumstances:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>4-Piece Gladiator&#8217;s Finale\/Shimenawa&#8217;s Reminiscence\/Echoes of an Offering:<\/strong> Provides a substantial ATK boost, but it lacks the Anemo DMG Bonus, making it generally less effective.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>4-Piece Desert Pavilion Chronicle:<\/strong> Provides anemo damage and charged attack damage increase which is not a playstyle that works well for Xiao.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These options are not generally recommended unless you have extremely exceptional substats.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Making_the_Right_Choice_Considerations_and_Recommendations\"><\/span>Making the Right Choice: Considerations and Recommendations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ultimately, the &#8220;best&#8221; artifact set for <strong>Xiao<\/strong> is the one that best suits your specific needs, resources, and playstyle.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>For players prioritizing maximum damage and willing to invest significant resin:<\/strong> <strong>Vermillion Hereafter<\/strong> (if you can obtain pieces with excellent substats)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>For players who need a versatile set that works well in Swirl-focused teams:<\/strong> <strong>4-Piece Viridescent Venerer<\/strong> (requires a carefully constructed team)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>For players seeking a balanced and resin-efficient option:<\/strong> <strong>2-Piece Viridescent Venerer \/ 2-Piece ATK%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Regardless of the set you choose, remember that <strong>substats are paramount.<\/strong> A well-rolled 2-piece Viridescent\/2-piece ATK can easily outperform a poorly optimized Vermillion Hereafter.<\/p>\n<p>And remember to consult resources like <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> at <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> for more insights into maximizing your gaming potential.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Xiaos_Artifacts\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Xiao&#8217;s Artifacts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions about Xiao&#8217;s artifact and builds to further address common confusions that arise:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_Vermillion_Hereafter_always_better_than_Viridescent_Venerer_for_Xiao\"><\/span>1. Is Vermillion Hereafter always better than Viridescent Venerer for Xiao?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, it depends. Vermillion Hereafter <em>can<\/em> be better for raw damage if you can stack its passive and have excellent substats. However, Viridescent Venerer&#8217;s 4-piece effect significantly benefits the team in Swirl compositions, making it sometimes the better choice overall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_Crit_Ratio_should_I_aim_for_on_Xiao\"><\/span>2. What Crit Ratio should I aim for on Xiao?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>1:2 Crit Rate to Crit DMG ratio<\/strong> is ideal. Aim for around <strong>70% Crit Rate and 140% Crit DMG<\/strong> or higher.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_much_Energy_Recharge_does_Xiao_need\"><\/span>3. How much Energy Recharge does Xiao need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Typically, <strong>110-130% Energy Recharge<\/strong> is sufficient, but this can vary depending on your team composition and how consistently you generate energy. The more batteries (characters that generate energy) in your party, the less ER Xiao needs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_is_better_for_Xiao_ATK_Sands_or_Energy_Recharge_Sands\"><\/span>4. Which is better for Xiao: ATK% Sands or Energy Recharge Sands?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Generally, <strong>ATK% Sands<\/strong> is preferred, unless you&#8217;re struggling to consistently use his Burst. If you frequently miss your burst because you have low energy, then ER Sands is ideal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_Xiaos_best_weapon\"><\/span>5. What is Xiao&#8217;s best weapon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Primordial Jade Winged-Spear<\/strong> is generally considered his best weapon due to its high base ATK and Crit Rate substat. Other excellent options include <strong>Staff of Homa<\/strong>, <strong>Calamity Queller<\/strong>, and <strong>Blackcliff Pole<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Can_I_use_a_4-piece_Shimenawas_Reminiscence_on_Xiao\"><\/span>6. Can I use a 4-piece Shimenawa&#8217;s Reminiscence on Xiao?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the 2-piece bonus is good, the 4-piece effect is counterproductive. <strong>Xiao<\/strong> needs his burst to do damage so the effect of the 4 piece may hinder him.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Is_it_worth_farming_Vermillion_Hereafter_if_I_dont_have_any_good_pieces_for_other_characters_from_the_domain\"><\/span>7. Is it worth farming Vermillion Hereafter if I don&#8217;t have any good pieces for other characters from the domain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s generally not recommended unless you&#8217;re heavily invested in <strong>Xiao<\/strong> and willing to spend a significant amount of resin for potentially marginal gains. A well-rolled 2-piece Viridescent\/2-piece ATK% will provide comparable results for much less effort.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_should_my_artifact_main_stats_be_for_Xiao\"><\/span>8. What should my artifact main stats be for Xiao?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sands:<\/strong> ATK% (or Energy Recharge if needed)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Goblet:<\/strong> Anemo DMG Bonus<\/li>\n<li><strong>Circlet:<\/strong> Crit Rate or Crit DMG (whichever you need more to balance your crit ratio)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_are_the_best_substats_to_look_for_on_Xiaos_artifacts\"><\/span>9. What are the best substats to look for on Xiao&#8217;s artifacts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Crit Rate, Crit DMG, ATK%, and Energy Recharge (if needed)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Is_Xiao_good_without_constellations\"><\/span>10. Is Xiao good without constellations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Xiao<\/strong> is a very strong DPS character even without constellations. His constellations primarily offer quality-of-life improvements and increased damage potential, but they aren&#8217;t necessary to make him viable.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_is_a_good_team_composition_for_Xiao\"><\/span>11. What is a good team composition for Xiao?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Common team compositions include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Xiao, Faruzan, Furina, Bennett\/Jean<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Xiao, Sucrose\/Venti, Zhongli, Bennett<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Xiao, Jean, Albedo, Zhongli<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Should_I_level_Xiao_to_90\"><\/span>12. Should I level Xiao to 90?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, leveling any main DPS to 90 is generally recommended to maximize their damage output. The increase in base stats and swirl damage from leveling to 90 are significant, and it is especially important for Xiao.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Is_Xiao_better_than_Wanderer\"><\/span>13. Is Xiao better than Wanderer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>They are different but both amazing DPS characters. <strong>Xiao<\/strong> has a larger AoE, but Wanderer can attack from range and is less team dependent. It is ultimately based on personal preference.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_is_Xiaos_role_in_a_team\"><\/span>14. What is Xiao&#8217;s role in a team?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Xiao is the <strong>Main DPS<\/strong>. He goes on field to deal lots of damage.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_How_does_Xiao_work_in_a_team\"><\/span>15. How does Xiao work in a team?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>During his burst, Xiao constantly loses HP, so he should be paired with a healer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Definitive Guide to Xiao&#8217;s Best Artifacts: Maximizing the Vigilant Yaksha&#8217;s Potential So, you want to know which artifacts are the best for Xiao? As a seasoned Genshin Impact veteran, I&#8217;ve seen countless builds come and go, but the core principles of optimizing this powerhouse remain surprisingly consistent. Let&#8217;s get straight to the point: While &#8230; <a title=\"Which artifact is best for Xiao?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/which-artifact-is-best-for-xiao\/\" aria-label=\"More on Which artifact is best for Xiao?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-269414","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/269414","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=269414"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/269414\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=269414"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=269414"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=269414"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}