Flins arrives as a powerful 5-star on-field Electro DPS, specializing in the unique Lunar-Charged reaction introduced in recent updates. Building him correctly means maximizing his personal damage through a delicate balance of ATK, Critical stats, and Energy Recharge (ER) to ensure consistent high-damage output and Elemental Burst uptime.
Here is your comprehensive guide to mastering Flins in *Genshin Impact*.
Flins Build Overview: Stats and Talent Priority
Flins’s build revolves around keeping him on the field to consistently trigger the Lunar-Charged reaction while in his Manifest Flame form (activated by his Elemental Skill).
Recommended Stat Goals
To ensure a high-performing Flins, aim for the following stats, adjusting your Circlet and weapon choice to maintain a good Crit ratio:
- HP: 18,000–20,000
- ATK: 2,100–2,500
- CRIT Rate: ~65–80%
- CRIT DMG: 175–200%
- Energy Recharge: 110–150% (Aim closer to 125% or higher for smooth Burst rotations).
Talent Priority
Flins is heavily reliant on his Elemental Burst (Q) for massive damage windows and his Elemental Skill (E) to enter his Electro-infusion form.
- Elemental Burst (Q): Highest priority—maximize level.
- Elemental Skill (E): Next upgrade focus.
- Normal Attack (A): Lowest priority, can be left around level 6 if resources are scarce.
Artifact Guide: Night of the Sky’s Unveiling is Key
The optimal artifact set for Flins directly boosts the Lunar-Charged reaction, cementing his role as the premier damage dealer for this mechanic.
| Artifact Set | Effect & Benefits |
|---|---|
| Night of the Sky’s Unveiling (Nod-Krai Set) | Best-in-Slot. +18% ATK (2pc), and a significant DMG boost to Lunar Reactions (4pc), especially when paired with other Nod-Krai units. |
| Gilded Dreams | +80 EM (2pc), with further EM/ATK buffs (4pc). A strong alternative for reaction-focused teams. |
| Thundering Fury | +15% Electro DMG% (2pc). Situational alternative for pure Electro teams. |
Main Stat and Substat Priority
Flins generally favors ATK% and Crit stats, though Elemental Mastery (EM) is a competitive choice for the Sands due to the reaction’s scaling.
- Sands: ATK% or Elemental Mastery (EM)
- Goblet: ATK%
- Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG (Choose based on your current Crit balance)
- Substat Priority: CRIT Rate ≈ CRIT DMG > ATK% > Energy Recharge (ER) > Elemental Mastery (EM)
Best-in-Slot Weapons for Flins
Flins has several excellent polearm options, with his signature weapon maximizing his unique reaction damage.
| Playstyle | Best Weapon | Description | F2P/Alternative |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-field Main DPS | Bloodsoaked Ruins (Signature) | Maximizes Crit Rate, Crit DMG, and Lunar-Charged DMG. Includes an energy refund, making Burst rotations seamless. | Primordial Jade Winged-Spear, Fractured Halo |
| Burst-focused DPS | Staff of the Scarlet Sands | High Crit Rate. Converts EM into ATK, ideal for quick-swap and high-reaction teams. | Staff of Homa, Deathmatch |
| F2P/Accessible | Prospector’s Shovel | A craftable, all-around polearm that provides good baseline stats and boosts Lunar/Charged DMG. | Dragon’s Bane, Favonius Lance |
Constellation Value: Is C1 a Must-Pull?
Flins’s early constellations offer exceptional value, significantly boosting his DPS and easing his Energy Recharge requirements.
- C1: Part the Veil of Snow: Considered the most valuable early constellation. It reduces the Elemental Skill CD and grants 8 Energy when allies trigger Lunar-Charged. This enables more frequent use of his Skill/Burst and can lower his necessary ER requirement.
- C2: The Devil’s Wall: Provides an additional AoE Electro hit and an invaluable 25% Electro RES shred on Burst, drastically increasing his and his team’s damage output.
- C4: Night on Bald Mountain: Provides a strong +20% ATK increase, offering a major DPS spike for direct scaling builds.
Best Flins Teams and Rotation Tips
Flins excels when paired with allies who can enhance his reactions or provide utility, especially those who enable the Lunar-Charged synergy.
Recommended Teams
- Meta Team: Flins / Ineffa / Aino V / Sucrose — This lineup maximizes Lunar-Charged synergy with EM and speed buffs for optimal rotation.
- F2P Team: Flins / Fischl / Aino V or Xingqiu / Sucrose — An accessible team that maintains strong reaction potential and off-field damage.
Gameplay Tips & Rotation
- Manifest Flame Form: Always ensure you use your Elemental Skill to activate the Manifest Flame form, which converts Flins’s Normal and Charged Attacks to Electro for maximized Lunar-Charged triggers.
- Energy Management: Keep your Energy Recharge above 125% for smooth Burst rotations, although C1 can reduce this requirement.
- Rotation Example: A standard rotation is to have allies cast their Skills, then switch to Flins for a special Burst rotation like EEQ5A (Elemental Skill twice, Burst, 5 Normal Attacks) or EQ5A.
Flins offers a high-end, flexible DPS option that rewards players for optimizing Critical stats and Energy Recharge within a synergistic team composition.
