Yanqing is a 5-star playable character, following the path of The Hunt and deals primarily Ice damage in Honkai: Star Rail gaming.On board the Xianzhou Luofu is where the youngest lieutenant of the Cloud Knights of the Xianzhou Alliance is stationed, being also retained by General Jing Yuan. A swordsman endowed with mastery in swordplay and warfare, who is endowed with a prodigious fascination for swords, which are continually collected from the Artisanship Commission.
Yanqing Character Information
| Rarity | 5-star |
| Path | The Hunt |
| Combat Type | Ice |
| Species | Humans |
| World | The Xianzhou Luofu |
| How to Obtain | Yanqing’s Messages |
| Release Date | 2023-04-26 |
| HP | 121 (level 1) – 892 (level 80) |
| ATK | 92 (level 1) – 679 (level 80) |
| DEF | 56 (level 1) – 412 (level 80) |
| Speed | 109 (level 1) – 109 (level 80) |
| Taunt | 75 |
| Tier List Rating | SS – Overall
SS – DPS |
- Best light cone set: 5-Star In The Night
- Best relics set: Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters
- Best ornaments for him: x2 set Firmament Frontline Glamoth
- Best F2P team comps (Free-to-play): DPS (Yanqing), Support (Yukong), Tank (Trailblazer), Healer (Lynx).
Yanqing in Other Languages
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Yanqing |
| Chinese (Simplified) |
彦卿 |
| Chinese (Traditional) |
彥卿 |
| Japanese | 彦卿 |
| Korean | 연경 |
| Spanish | Yanqing |
| French | Yanqing |
| Russian | Яньцин |
| Thai | Yanqing |
| Vietnamese | Yanqing |
| German | Yanqing |
| Indonesian | Yanqing |
| Portuguese | Yanqing |
Yanqing Best Build – DPS Build
In this DPS builds, we enhance Yanying’s overall damage capabilities and CRIT DMG, capitalizing on the substantial CRIT Rate already bestowed by his Ultimate ability. The Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters relic set can bolster the damage he deals to adversaries afflicted with debuffs.
Moreover, the Firmament Frontline Glamoth relic set confers upon him heightened ATK and a direct augmentation in damage, contingent upon you meeting the prerequisite of 135 SPD. This condition is easily met due to his inherent agility and a speed-enhancing effect present in one of his Traces.
Best Light Cones set for Yanqing
- In the Night
| HP | 48 (level 1) – 1058 (level 80) |
| ATK | 26 (level 1) – 582 (level 80) |
| DEF | 21 (level 1) – 463 (level 80) |
- Sleep Like the Dead
| HP | 48 (level 1) – 1058 (level 80) |
| ATK | 26 (level 1) – 582 (level 80) |
| DEF | 21 (level 1) – 463 (level 80) |
- Cruising in the Stellar Sea
| HP | 43 (level 1) – 952 (level 80) |
| ATK | 24 (level 1) – 529 (level 80) |
| DEF | 21 (level 1) – 463 (level 80) |
- Swordplay
| HP | 43 (level 1) – 952 (level 80) |
| ATK | 21 (level 1) – 476 (level 80) |
| DEF | 15 (level 1) – 330 (level 80) |
- Final Victor
| HP | 43 (level 1) – 952 (level 80) |
| ATK | 21 (level 1) – 476 (level 80) |
| DEF | 15 (level 1) – 330 (level 80) |
- Only Silence Remains
| HP | 43 (level 1) – 952 (level 80) |
| ATK | 21 (level 1) – 476 (level 80) |
| DEF | 15 (level 1) – 330 (level 80) |
- River Flows in Spring
| HP | 38 (level 1) – 846 (level 80) |
| ATK | 21 (level 1) – 476 (level 80) |
| DEF | 18 (level 1) – 396 (level 80) |
Best Relics set for Yanqing
1. Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters (4 sets)
Since he can freeze enemies really easily, he can effectively make use of this relic set with the DMG boost it gives, making it the best relic set for him.
- Enemies with debuffs takes 12% more DMG
- Crit Rate is increased by 4%. Additionally, deal 8% or 12% increased Critical Damage (CRIT DMG) to enemies with at least 2 or 3 debuffs, respectively. Upon inflicting a debuff on enemy targets, these effects receive a 100% boost, lasting for 1 turn.
2. Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters (2 sets), Hunter of Glacial Forest (2 sets)
Combining Hunter Glacial Forest and Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters offers a great alternative for him. This relic combination enables him to deal more damage to enemies affected by at least one debuff.
- Enemies with debuffs takes 12% more DMG
- Ice damage is increased by 12%.
3. Hunter of Glacial Forest (4 sets)
This relic set works well for Yanqing. It boosts his Ice damage and increases his critical damage every time he uses his Ultimate. This combination fits perfectly with both the set and his Soulsteel Sync ability.
- Ice damage is increased by 12%.
- For 2 turns after Ultimate, Crit DMG is increased by 25%
Best Ornaments set for Yanqing
1. Firmament Frontline Glamoth
This one set boosts damage, but it needs him to be fast. Luckily, he’s naturally quick, with a high base speed, and one of his abilities gives him an extra speed boost.
This item enhances ATK by 12%. Moreover, when SPD equals or exceeds 135/160, they deal an additional 12%/18% damage.
2. Inert Salsotto
This raises CRIT Rate and enhances the damage of his Ultimate and Follow-Up Attacks, provided he meets the 50% CRIT Rate threshold.
- CRIT Rate is increased by 8%. If the current Crit Rate is above 50%, 15% DMG is added to Ultimate and Follow-Ups
3. Space Sealing Station
A significant ATK boost is provided when SPD condition is met. This condition is easily fulfilled as he possesses a high base SPD, and a SPD buff is granted by one of his Traces whenever a critical attack is performed.
- Gain 12% more damage. If SPD is above 120, gain 12% more.
Best Stats for Yanqing
- Body: CRIT DMG
- Feet: SPD
- Sphere: Ice DMG
- Link Rope: ATK%
Best Substats for Yanqing
- CRIT DMG
- ATK%
- CRIT Rate
- SPD
How to Build Yanqing Team Comps
- DPS: Yanqing
- Support: Yukong
- Tank: Trailblazer (Fire)
- Healer: Lynx
This team centered around Yanqing excels in inflicting substantial damage on individual targets. The presence of Trailblazer is essential for maintaining enemy taunts, while Lynx enhances the likelihood of enemies targeting the Trailblazer.
- DPS: Yanqing
- Support: Tingyun
- Support: Sparkle
- Tank: Gepard
A significant amount of damage is facilitated by this team primarily through the utilization of his Ultimate. Tingyun is capable of furnishing an ATK buff and replenishing his energy, thereby enabling him to utilize his Ultimate more frequently.
Sparkle advances his turns and bestows damage buffs, contingent on his frequent utilization of Skills.
- DPS: Yanqing
- Support: Ruan Mei
- Support: Sparkle
- Tank: Gepard
In this team, freezing enemies takes the spotlight, proving highly effective, especially when employing the Path of Remembrance in the Simulated Universe. Ruan Mei’s contribution lies in boosting his Break Efficiency, which speeds up the process of wearing down an enemy’s resilience.
- DPS: Yanqing
- Support: Silver Wolf
- Support: Sparkle
- Tank: Gepard
In certain scenarios where enemies are vulnerable to Quantum but not Ice, this team composition proves to be viable. Silver Wolf is indispensable in this setup as she can apply an Ice Weakness on an enemy, making her a crucial component of the team.
Yanqing Upgrade Materials, Skill, Eidolon and Traces
| Level-up | Upgrade Materials | Credit Costs |
| Level 20 > 30 | x5 Thief’s Instinct | 4k |
| Level 30 > 40 | x10 Thief’s Instinct | 8k |
| Level 40 > 50 | x6 Conqueror’s Will, x3 Gelid Chitin | 16k |
| Level 50 > 60 | x9 Conqueror’s Will, x7 Gelid Chitin | 40k |
| Level 60 > 70 | x6 Usurper’s Scheme, x20 Gelid Chitin | 80k |
| Level 70 > 80 | x9 Usurper’s Scheme, x35 Gelid Chitin | 160k |
| In total | x65 Gelid Chitin
x15 Thief’s Instinct x15 Usurper’s Scheme x15 Conqueror’s Will |
308k |
- Basic Attack: Frost Thorn
An enemy is inflicted Ice Damage equal to 50% – 110% Yanqing’s ATK damage.
- Skill: Darting Ironthorn
Activates Soulsteel for a turn. An enemy is inflicted Ice Damage equal to 110% – 242% Yanqing’s ATK damage.
- Ultimate: Amidst the Raining Bliss
CRIT Rate is increased by 60%. While Soulsteel Sync is in effect, CRIT DMG receives an additional boost of 30%–54%. This lasts for one turn. Yanqing inflicts Ice DMG equivalent to 210%–378% of his ATK upon a single enemy.
- Talent: One With the Sword
When Soulsteel Sync is on, enemies are less likely to attack Yanqing. His chance of landing critical hits goes up by 15%–21%, and his critical damage increases by 15% – 33%. After he hits an enemy, there’s a 50%–62% chance he’ll strike again, dealing Ice damage equal to 25%–55% of his attack. There’s also a 65% chance this second hit will Freeze the enemy for 1 turn.
A Frozen enemy can’t move and takes extra Ice damage equal to 25%–55% of his attack at the start of each turn. But if he gets hit, the Soulsteel Sync stops working.
- Technique: The One True Sword
Deals 30% more DMG for 2 turns at the start of battle to enemies with HP above 50%.
| Eidolon | Name | Effect Description |
| Eidolon 1 | Svelte Saber | Yanqing deals Ice DMG of 60% ATK when attacking a Frozen enemy |
| Eidolon 2 | Supine Serenade | When Soulsteel is activated, there is a notable enhancement in the Energy Regeneration Rate, boasting an increase of 10%. |
| Eidolon 3 | Sword Savant | Yanqing’s skill level can be augmented by +2, reaching a pinnacle of level 15. Moreover, the Basic ATK level can also be elevated by +1, reaching a maximum of level 10. |
| Eidolon 4 | Searing Sting |
Yanqing’s Ice RES Penetration experiences a notable surge of 12% when the HP level exceeds 80%. |
| Eidolon 5 | Surging Strife |
The Ultimate level can be heightened by +2, reaching a maximum of level 15. Additionally, the Talent ATK level can also be increased by +2, up to a maximum of level 15. |
| Eidolon 6 | Swift Swoop |
The duration of Yanqing’s Ultimate buff extends by one turn upon defeating an enemy while under its effect. |
In total Stats:
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ATK +28%
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Ice DMG +14.4%
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Max HP +10%
| Ascension | Name | Effect Description |
| Ascension 2 |
Icing on the Kick |
Deals extra Ice damage equal to 30% of his attack to enemies that are weak to Ice. |
| Ascension 4 |
Frost Favors the Brave |
Effect RES is increased by 20% if Soulsteel Sync is active. |
| Ascension 6 |
Gentle Blade |
SPD is increased by 10% upon Crit. |
Yanqing is characterized as an Ice Main DPS, designed to minimize damage received in order to sustain his Soulsteel Sync and deliver significant damage output. Challenges may arise for him in situations with multiple foes, such as Pure Fiction, or when facing adversaries capable of targeting all members of the party.
For those intrigued by his abilities or in need of an Ice Main DPS adept at handling single targets, he presents itself as a favorable option.
All Ice characters
Reference sources:
- https://genshin.gg/
- https://honkai-builds.com/
