Skirk is one of the most highly anticipated characters coming in Genshin Impact Version 5.7. With all the leaks so far, her kit looks incredibly unique, featuring a mix of on-field and off-field DPS mechanics, a clone system, and a signature artifact set tailored specifically for her playstyle.
If you’re wondering whether to pull for Skirk, this breakdown covers her abilities, artifact set, team synergies, and more based on current leaks.
Skirk’s Abilities and Playstyle
Elemental Skill – Mirror Clone Mechanic
At the core of Skirk’s kit is her Elemental Skill, which summons a mirror image clone that mimics her attacks and inherits her stats. Once activated, she can choose between two different attack modes:
- On-Field DPS Mode
- Skirk unleashes high-speed Normal Attacks.
- The clone attacks in sync with her.
- Creates an aggressive melee playstyle dealing continuous Cryo damage.
- Off-Field Burst Mode
- Skirk and her clone deliver a single high-multiplier attack, similar to Arlecchino’s Burst.
- She is forced to switch out, but the clone remains on the field attacking at a low frequency.
- Works as an off-field burst DPS.
Energy Mechanic – The Zero Energy System
Unlike most characters, Skirk’s Energy starts at zero. It’s still unclear whether:
- She needs Energy Recharge at all.
- She has a special way of generating energy.
- Her Burst Mode attack functions as her Elemental Burst.
Skirk’s Signature Artifact Set – Cryo Damage and Zero Energy Buffs
- 2-Piece Bonus: +15% Cryo Damage.
- 4-Piece Bonus: If Skirk’s Energy is at Zero, she gains a massive 60% damage boost:
- Normal Attacks increase Normal Attack Damage by 60%.
- Burst Mode increases Burst Damage by 60%.
- Once activated, the other buff is locked for 6 seconds.
Important Note: Skirk does NOT scale with HP. She relies on ATK%, Crit Rate, and Crit Damage.
Skirk’s Best Team Compositions
1. Cryo-Hydro Synergy Team (Freeze / Melt)
- Skirk (Main DPS)
- Ai (Cryo Support, Version 5.6) – Provides Cryo application, healing, and resistance shred.
- Xingqiu / Yelan (Hydro Enabler) – Ensures Freeze reactions.
- Kazuha / Venti (Anemo Support) – Crowd control and Cryo resistance shred.
2. Skirk Melt Team (High Burst Damage)
- Skirk (Main DPS)
- Bennett (ATK Buffer + Healer)
- Xiangling (Pyro Sub-DPS)
- Kazuha / Zhongli (Elemental Buffs or Shields)
3. Off-Field Burst Cryo Team (Quick Swap DPS)
- Skirk (Off-Field Burst DPS)
- Raiden Shogun (Battery + Electro DPS)
- Xianyun (Anemo Support)
- Diona (Cryo Healer + Shield)
Should You Pull for Skirk?
✅ Pros:
- Unique dual-mode mechanics.
- Zero Energy system for a new playstyle.
- Signature artifact set complements her abilities.
- Strong Cryo damage potential.
❌ Cons:
- Forces team swap after Burst Mode.
- May require specific artifacts/weapons.
- Some mechanics are still unclear.
Final Thoughts on Skirk
Skirk is shaping up to be a highly flexible Cryo DPS with a unique clone system. If her damage multipliers are strong, she could become a top-tier Cryo DPS.
What do you think of her kit? Will you pull for her?
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Stay tuned for official Skirk reveals in Version 5.7’s Special Program!
