Elements in Genshin Impact: All Elemental Reactions

We offer you a detailed guide on elemental reactions in Genshin impact. Learn how to get the maximum team DPS through the right combination of elements.

The combat system in Genshin Impact is different from typical MMORPGs and other elemental games. Players get the opportunity to control various elements:

• Pyro (fire).
• Hydro (water).
• Cryo (ice).
• Electro (electricity).
• Geo (earth).
• Anemo (air).
• Dendro (plants).

The battle strategy directly depends on the interaction of different elements. Both a pair of characters with different elemental affiliations, and representatives of the same element have special effects. Only knowledge of all combinations will allow you to develop the maximum amount of damage done to opponents. We invite you to get acquainted with a detailed guide on elemental reactions in Genshin impact.

List of elemental reactions in Genshin Impact

Knowing the basic principles of activating elemental reactions, you will be able to develop high DPS by leading your own units into battle.

Table of elemental reactions in Genshin Impact:

Also, the main elements themselves can provoke certain processes:

Element	Status
	Reduced movement speed.
	Accelerated reduction of energy to recharge elemental skills.
	The target receives the Wet status.
	Deals continuous damage in a small area (~3 pts/sec)

All interactions of the elements among themselves are conditionally divided into reactions first, second и third order.

First order reactions

First order reactions include:

• steam (Pyro + Hydro).
• Melting (Cryo + Pyro).
• Exacerbation (Stimulation + Electro).
• overgrowth (Stimulation + Dendro).

It should be noted that in this case the damage depends on attack power и mastery of the elements character that closes the reaction, as well as from his the elements:

1. For Steam: Hydro Pyro = x1.5 damage, Pyro Hydro = x2 damage.
2. For melting: Cryo Pyro = x2 damage, Pyro Cryo = x1.5 damage.

Reactions Exacerbation и overgrowth operate according to a more complex system for calculating additional damage, which is added to the hero's "normal" attacks. You can read more about it in the guide on Dendro reactions.

They are considered the most powerful because they can crit, and are actively used in the later stages of the game to get maximum damage.

Second order reactions

Second order reactions include:

• Overload (Pyro + Electro);
• charged (Hydro + Electro);
• Superconductor (Cryo + Electro);
• Freezing (Hydro + Cryo);
• broken (Strike with a two-handed sword at a target that is in a state of Frosts).
• Budding (Hydro + Dendro).
• Combustion (Pyro + Dendro).

In this case, the element that closes the reactions does not matter, but each of the listed reactions has its own features. All of them are discussed in detail in the following paragraphs.

Separately, it is worth highlighting the following interactions with Dendro, which are also considered second-order reactions. However, in their case, the order in which the elements are stacked is extremely important:

• vegetation (Budding + Electro).
• Flowering (Budding + Pyro).

You can read more about the work of these elemental interactions in the article on the explanation. Dendro reactions.

Third order reactions

Third order reactions are

• Diffusion (Anemo + Pyro/Cryo/Hydro/Electro);
• Crystallization (Geo + Pyro/Cryo/Hydro/Electro).
• Stimulation (Dendro + Electro).

These reactions are considered secondary and are aimed at increasing the damage from reactions of the first and second order in the case of scattering or to create elemental shields from Crystallization. Stimulation it works in such a way that it does not cause damage by itself, however, the subsequent imposition of an Electro or Dendro element on it provokes the creation of Escalation and Growth.

Elemental Mastery

Before considering elemental reactions, one important point should be studied - elemental mastery in Genshin Impact. This is a special character characteristic that directly affects the amount of damage dealt by elemental reactions.

What Elemental Mastery Gives

In proportion to this parameter, the amount of damage inflicted when creating elemental reactions increases. For example, when leveling elemental mastery Dione, which controls the Cryo element, you can increase the damage of Melting and Superconductor by some%. By leveling Elemental Mastery from 0 to 101, the player will receive +18,7% and +44,8% of the damage of these reactions, respectively. All Elemental Mastery effects can be learned by tapping "Details" on the "Characteristics" tab when viewing character details.

How to increase Elemental Mastery

This characteristic is enhanced by the use of special weapons, artifacts and characters whose talents or constellations affect the amount of elemental mastery. If, for example, you download the mastery of the elements of the same Dione, then you can get the following boost of characteristics:

• bow of Oda Anemonia (lvl 1) - +36 units;
• Instructor's set (Lvl 1 of all parts) - +80 units permanently and another 120 units when the effect is triggered.

This is just a single example of equipment that does not include party members that can increase elemental mastery or random values ​​such as additional stats that appear in artifacts when leveling them.

Read more in a separate guide on Elemental Mastery in Genshin Impact.

How to activate elemental reaction

Even knowing all the combinations of elements, it is necessary to apply them in the correct sequence. Use this guide to quickly understand the nuances of combat using elemental skills.

Diffusion

Anemo	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Hydro	Pyro	Cryo	electro

This reaction is triggered when applied Anemo skill. The air current consumes the element it comes into contact with, applying the same status to other enemies hit. The elemental air vortex can trigger additional reactions if some status is already applied to the enemies.

Crystallization

Geo	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Hydro	Pyro	Cryo	electro

The effect is activated when Geo-skill is directed at enemies under the status Pyro, Hydro, electro or Cryo. Creates a crystal that, when consumed, grants the character an elemental shield. This provides protection from the corresponding element. The shield lasts until damage is taken or falls off after 15 seconds.

Combustion

Pyro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Dendro

The effect occurs when interacting Pyro и Dendro elements. Objects burn for approximately 5 seconds. This allows you to destroy thorns in the fields or Dendro Slimes. With the advent of playable Dendro characters, the list of reactions and resonances will be expanded.

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Dendro reactions

Dendro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Hydro	Pyro	electro

In addition to Burning, there are many other reactions with the Dendro element in the game:

• Budding.
• Vegetation.
• Bloom.
• Stimulation.
• Aggravation.
• Growth.

Dendo can interact with Pyro, Hydro and Electro heroes, and the type of reaction often depends on the order in which one or another element was applied. To easily understand the work of this element and successfully apply it in your game, read our article with a detailed explanation of the work. Interaction Dendro.

steam

Hydro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Pyro

Evaporation when attacking Wet opponents Pyro skills give increased damage (once per reaction). Most effective when Pyro attacks hit enemies spawned from pure Hydro Energy. Then you do not need to additionally use the Hydro-character to apply the effect.

Charge

electro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Hydro

Status Charged occurs on contact electro и Hydro elements. It provokes a chain reaction with the defeat of nearby targets with Electro damage. Maximum damage will be provided when fighting a large group of enemies standing compactly. But the attack time is limited to 1-2 seconds.

Freezing

Hydro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Cryo

Freezing always happens when hit by Cryo-element of Wet opponents. The frozen target is unable to perform any actions or move for 5 seconds, but gains a defense bonus.

The ice shell is broken with a two-handed sword or Pyro-element.

Melting

Pyro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Cryo

This reaction occurs whenever Pyro Damage to a Frozen Enemyeither by enemy with cryo status. In this case, the status is removed, and the target takes increased damage (once per reaction).

Overload

electro	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	Pyro

To create an effect Pyro и electro must interact in any order. This creates an explosion that causes AoE Pyro damage, which hits all enemies in the area.

Superconductor

Cryo	⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀	electro

Defeat frozen enemies or goals under Cryo status gives rise to Superconductivity. In this case, a group of opponents is applied AoE cryo damage. The principle of operation is the same as that of Overload and Charge.

Elemental Resonance in Genshin Impact

There are effects that open only when added to a squad two characters of the same element. A useful bonus applies to the entire team, which gives additional opportunities to improve the characteristics of the heroes.

Name	Element	Effect
Durability Geo		Shield strength +15%. While the shield is active, the damage dealt is increased by 15% and the Geo-resistance of enemies is reduced by 20% for 15 seconds after being hit.
Pyro's devotion		Cryo status duration -40%, attack power +25%.
soothing water		Pyro Status Duration -40%, Max HP +25%.
Agility Anemo		Stamina cost -15%. Movement Speed ​​+10%. Cooldown of active skills -5%.
Energy Electro		Hydro Status Duration -40%. Superconductor, Overload, and Charge reactions create elemental particles (5% cooldown reduction).
Cryo destruction		Electro Status Duration -40%. Crit chance against frozen enemies or targets with the Cryo status is 15% higher.
creeping greens		Increases Elemental Mastery by 50. Stimulate, Burn, and Bud increase the MS of the entire unit by an additional 30, and Grow, Vegetate, Bloom, and Sharpen add 20. Each effect lasts 6 seconds, and the duration is calculated individually.
Threads of protection	4 different elements	Increases elemental and physical resistance by 15%.

How to use the elements in Genshin Impact

Many tasks in the study of Teyvat (out of combat) are also solved using elements. Any element can activate its corresponding elemental monument. However, this is not all that can be done with it.

Application of Anemo

Skills and attacks charged with the Anemo element help you farm resources and interact with various elements in the vastness of Teyvat.

Windmill activation

It is enough to attack the structure in the form of a windmill to start the air flow. Some are needed to fly higher, while others immediately transfer the character on a glider to hidden treasures.

Dandelion seed farm

Attack these flowers to scatter them and collect them dandelion seeds.

Garbage collection

Together with Hydro-attacks, wind currents allow you to blow up foliage or remove other pollution. Similar quests will periodically appear in Mondstadt, at the Rassvet distillery and in other regions of Teyvat.

Application of Pyro

There are even more objects that can be set on fire for your own benefit on the Teyvat map.

Burning thorns and shields

The vine that weaves through chests and is summoned by shamachurls, as well as wooden shields in the hands of hilichurls, burn beautifully from Pyro attacks.

Ice defrosting

Hit (shoot) an ice block or snowdrift to release a chest, a boar, or even an enemy that is camouflaged on Dragonspine.

Lighting fires and torches

Approach a cauldron, torch, or other source of fire. Use a charged Pyro attack or an active skill to set fire to these elements.

Farm Electro-Crystals and Misty Flowers

Attack mineral and plant deposits to deactivate their natural energy (Electro and Cryo). After that, the material that is the subject of the farm will fall to the ground.

Hydro

Hydro-skills have a similar value for exploring the world of Genshin Impact.

Fire extinguishing

Get into burning areas without difficulty, removing the fire with Hydro-attacks or skills.

Flaming Flowers Farm

Along with Cryo misty flowers, there are fire plants that will have to be put out with a Hydro attack before their stamens can be harvested.

Removal of contaminants

Hydro-element helps fight some types of debris, like Anemo. You will need this knowledge in a number of story quests and assignments.

electro

In a limited number, players may also need Electro-element. With its help, not only elements are activated, but also electrical circuits that can be found during the passage of various dungeons.

Cryo

This element can be considered one of the most universal.

Flaming Flowers Farm

Together with Hydro-skills, Cryo puts out the fire of these plants, also allowing you to collect stamens.

Creation of ice bridges

Cryo characters can literally walk on water. Use an AoE active skill to freeze some of the water in front of you. Move to the edge of the ice platform and repeat this action on cooldown.

Disabling fire traps

Elemental attack the Cryo mechanism in the dungeons to temporarily stop its work and pass through the fiery obstacle.

Geo

In this case, Geo-characters who can create heavy stone blocks are of particular value. Fortunately, all players have a Traveler at their disposal, resonating with the statues of Geo Archon.

Breaking solid objects

Shoot down stone shields, ore and other objects by attacking them with a Geo element.

Activation of pressure plates

Geo Traveler or Zhongli great for activating 2-3 pressure plates at the same time. Press the free switches with stone blocks to get hidden treasures.

Application Dendro

With the introduction of Dendro, mechanics were added in the open world, requiring the use of this element. At the moment, such riddles are found only in Sumeru.

inflorescence buds

The most important of these is the work of the inflorescence buds, from which you can get four leaf symbolsmaking it much easier to move around the world. To activate them and get points that you can fly over, hit the Dendro bud with an element.

Trilakshana creations

Mushrooms in Sumeru change their properties depending on the element superimposed on them. This is not always good, as sometimes you can accidentally burn them and they will lose their shape, becoming unusable. To fix this, attack their Dendro.

Triyana seeds

Small seeds, more like fairies, interact with the elements in a similar way to mushrooms. They can also become corrupted if the wrong element is applied to them. Use Dendro to bring them back to normal.

Tree roots with stone

Roots pressed to the ground by a stone often hide various secrets: from dendrocules to Mora. To make them go up and unlock the resource, put a Dendro status on them.

FAQ

What is Elemental Mastery in Genshin Impact?

This is a unique character stat boosted by weapons, artifacts, and dungeon buffs. The higher it is, the more damage is caused by elemental reactions created using the skills of this hero.

What is Elemental Burst in Genshin Impact?

This is the ultimate ability of every character. Its activation is almost always accompanied by a unique animation. The elemental explosion can deal increased damage, give a buff or shield, and also heal the hero and the entire squad.

How to change the element of the main character in Genshin Impact?

The Traveler is currently the only character that can change their elemental affiliation. To do this, you need to interact with statues of the Archons. In each region, the Traveler will receive the corresponding element:

• Mondstadt - Anemo.
• Li Yue - Geo.
• Inazuma - Electro.
• Sumeru - Dendro.

What are the best elemental combinations in Genshin Impact?

All elemental reactions and resonances in Genshin impact important to the gameplay. The free-to-play process is designed in such a way that you are almost forced to chase the discovery of as many characters as possible. This will allow you to create the most powerful combinations of heroes and elements in terms of DPS and dynamics.