How do I build a strong Vaporize team with Childe in Genshin Impact?
Building a strong Vaporize team with Childe in Genshin Impact requires a deep understanding of his mechanics, team synergies, and the Vaporize reaction itself. Childe, also known as Tartaglia, is a Hydro DPS character who excels in dealing massive AoE Hydro damage, especially when paired with Pyro characters to trigger Vaporize. Vaporize is an elemental reaction that occurs when Hydro meets Pyro or vice versa, amplifying the damage of the triggering attack by 1.5x if Hydro triggers it or 2x if Pyro triggers it. Since Childe is a Hydro DPS, you want to ensure that Pyro is applied first so that his Hydro attacks trigger the Vaporize reaction for maximum damage.
To start, letÔÇÖs break down the mechanics of ChildeÔÇÖs kit. Childe has two stances: his ranged stance, where he uses a bow, and his melee stance, where he wields dual Hydro blades. His melee stance is where he shines as a DPS, as it allows him to deal rapid Hydro damage to multiple enemies. His Elemental Skill, Foul Legacy: Raging Tide, switches him to melee stance, and his Elemental Burst, Havoc: Obliteration, deals massive Hydro damage in either stance. In a Vaporize team, you want to maximize the damage of his melee attacks and Burst by ensuring Pyro is consistently applied to enemies before he attacks.
For team composition, you need at least one strong Pyro applicator to enable Vaporize. Xiangling is one of the best options for this role due to her Elemental Burst, Pyronado, which continuously applies Pyro in an AoE around your character. Bennett is another excellent choice, as he not only applies Pyro with his Elemental Skill but also provides healing and an attack boost with his Elemental Burst. A typical Vaporize team with Childe might include Childe as the main DPS, Xiangling as the Pyro enabler, Bennett as the healer and buffer, and a fourth character for utility, such as Sucrose or Kazuha for crowd control and Elemental Mastery buffs, or Zhongli for shielding and resistance shred.
When it comes to artifacts, Childe benefits most from the 4-piece Heart of Depth set, which increases his Hydro damage and boosts his Normal and Charged Attack damage after using his Elemental Skill. For main stats, prioritize Hydro Damage Bonus on the Goblet, Crit Rate or Crit Damage on the Circlet, and Attack Percentage on the Sands. Substats should focus on Crit Rate, Crit Damage, Attack Percentage, and Elemental Mastery. For weapons, the best options for Childe are 5-star bows like Thundering Pulse or Polar Star, but if you donÔÇÖt have those, the 4-star Rust or The Viridescent Hunt are excellent alternatives. Rust increases his Normal Attack damage, while The Viridescent Hunt provides Crit Rate and a crowd control effect.
For Xiangling, the 4-piece Emblem of Severed Fate set is ideal, as it boosts her Energy Recharge and Elemental Burst damage. Her weapon should be something that increases her Energy Recharge or Elemental Mastery, such as The Catch or DragonÔÇÖs Bane. Bennett should use the 4-piece Noblesse Oblige set to boost his Elemental Burst damage and provide an attack buff to the team. His weapon should have a high base attack, such as the Aquila Favonia or Festering Desire.
In combat, the strategy is to apply Pyro to enemies first, then switch to Childe to trigger Vaporize with his Hydro attacks. Start by using BennettÔÇÖs Elemental Burst to apply Pyro and buff the teamÔÇÖs attack, then switch to Xiangling to use her Elemental Burst. Once Pyro is applied, switch to Childe and activate his Elemental Skill to enter melee stance, then unleash his attacks and Elemental Burst for massive Vaporize damage. Make sure to manage ChildeÔÇÖs cooldowns carefully, as staying in melee stance for too long can result in long downtime periods.
Common mistakes to avoid include not applying Pyro before ChildeÔÇÖs attacks, which results in missed Vaporize reactions, and staying in ChildeÔÇÖs melee stance for too long, which can leave him vulnerable during cooldowns. Another mistake is neglecting Energy Recharge on Xiangling and Bennett, as their Elemental Bursts are crucial for consistent Pyro application and team buffs.
Advanced techniques include using Sucrose or Kazuha to group enemies and increase Elemental Mastery, which further boosts Vaporize damage. You can also use ChildeÔÇÖs ranged stance to apply Hydro before switching to XianglingÔÇÖs Pyronado for reverse Vaporize, though this is less optimal for ChildeÔÇÖs personal damage.
In summary, building a strong Vaporize team with Childe involves careful team composition, artifact and weapon optimization, and precise execution of elemental reactions. By following these strategies and avoiding common mistakes, you can maximize ChildeÔÇÖs potential and dominate in both single-target and AoE scenarios.
To start, letÔÇÖs break down the mechanics of ChildeÔÇÖs kit. Childe has two stances: his ranged stance, where he uses a bow, and his melee stance, where he wields dual Hydro blades. His melee stance is where he shines as a DPS, as it allows him to deal rapid Hydro damage to multiple enemies. His Elemental Skill, Foul Legacy: Raging Tide, switches him to melee stance, and his Elemental Burst, Havoc: Obliteration, deals massive Hydro damage in either stance. In a Vaporize team, you want to maximize the damage of his melee attacks and Burst by ensuring Pyro is consistently applied to enemies before he attacks.
For team composition, you need at least one strong Pyro applicator to enable Vaporize. Xiangling is one of the best options for this role due to her Elemental Burst, Pyronado, which continuously applies Pyro in an AoE around your character. Bennett is another excellent choice, as he not only applies Pyro with his Elemental Skill but also provides healing and an attack boost with his Elemental Burst. A typical Vaporize team with Childe might include Childe as the main DPS, Xiangling as the Pyro enabler, Bennett as the healer and buffer, and a fourth character for utility, such as Sucrose or Kazuha for crowd control and Elemental Mastery buffs, or Zhongli for shielding and resistance shred.
When it comes to artifacts, Childe benefits most from the 4-piece Heart of Depth set, which increases his Hydro damage and boosts his Normal and Charged Attack damage after using his Elemental Skill. For main stats, prioritize Hydro Damage Bonus on the Goblet, Crit Rate or Crit Damage on the Circlet, and Attack Percentage on the Sands. Substats should focus on Crit Rate, Crit Damage, Attack Percentage, and Elemental Mastery. For weapons, the best options for Childe are 5-star bows like Thundering Pulse or Polar Star, but if you donÔÇÖt have those, the 4-star Rust or The Viridescent Hunt are excellent alternatives. Rust increases his Normal Attack damage, while The Viridescent Hunt provides Crit Rate and a crowd control effect.
For Xiangling, the 4-piece Emblem of Severed Fate set is ideal, as it boosts her Energy Recharge and Elemental Burst damage. Her weapon should be something that increases her Energy Recharge or Elemental Mastery, such as The Catch or DragonÔÇÖs Bane. Bennett should use the 4-piece Noblesse Oblige set to boost his Elemental Burst damage and provide an attack buff to the team. His weapon should have a high base attack, such as the Aquila Favonia or Festering Desire.
In combat, the strategy is to apply Pyro to enemies first, then switch to Childe to trigger Vaporize with his Hydro attacks. Start by using BennettÔÇÖs Elemental Burst to apply Pyro and buff the teamÔÇÖs attack, then switch to Xiangling to use her Elemental Burst. Once Pyro is applied, switch to Childe and activate his Elemental Skill to enter melee stance, then unleash his attacks and Elemental Burst for massive Vaporize damage. Make sure to manage ChildeÔÇÖs cooldowns carefully, as staying in melee stance for too long can result in long downtime periods.
Common mistakes to avoid include not applying Pyro before ChildeÔÇÖs attacks, which results in missed Vaporize reactions, and staying in ChildeÔÇÖs melee stance for too long, which can leave him vulnerable during cooldowns. Another mistake is neglecting Energy Recharge on Xiangling and Bennett, as their Elemental Bursts are crucial for consistent Pyro application and team buffs.
Advanced techniques include using Sucrose or Kazuha to group enemies and increase Elemental Mastery, which further boosts Vaporize damage. You can also use ChildeÔÇÖs ranged stance to apply Hydro before switching to XianglingÔÇÖs Pyronado for reverse Vaporize, though this is less optimal for ChildeÔÇÖs personal damage.
In summary, building a strong Vaporize team with Childe involves careful team composition, artifact and weapon optimization, and precise execution of elemental reactions. By following these strategies and avoiding common mistakes, you can maximize ChildeÔÇÖs potential and dominate in both single-target and AoE scenarios.