Welcome, Travelers, to another deep dive in our Genshin Guide series! Today, we're focusing on one of the most dynamic and stylish characters to grace Teyvat: the enigmatic and fiercely powerful Yelan. As the formidable manager of the Chiselwood Pavilion, Yelan brings unparalleled off-field Hydro application and massive personal damage to any team composition.



But here’s the thing: raw talent only gets you so far. To truly see Yelan shine—to watch those dice rolls crit and her Burst obliterate enemies—you need the right gear. And in Genshin Impact, gear means Artifacts.



Choosing the best artifacts for Yelan can feel like navigating the depths of the Chasm; overwhelming and filled with potential pitfalls. Fear not! This comprehensive guide will break down every viable option, explaining the nuances so you can tailor your farming efforts for maximum efficiency.



Why Artifact Choice Matters So Much for Yelan



Yelan’s kit is unique. Her primary source of damage comes from her Elemental Burst, Depth-Closer, which unleashes coordinated Hydro attacks whenever the active character uses a Normal Attack. This Burst scales heavily with her Max HP, but she also desperately needs Energy Recharge (ER) to keep the damage rolling consistently.



This dual scaling—HP for damage, ER for uptime—is what makes selecting the perfect artifact set a delicate balancing act. You're not just optimizing for ATK like a typical DPS; you’re juggling HP%, Crit Rate/DMG, and ER% substats.



The Undisputed Best: Emblem of Severed Fate (4-Piece)



If you ask any seasoned player for the top recommendation for Yelan, the answer will almost always be the Emblem of Severed Fate (4-piece) set. This set is tailor-made for characters who rely heavily on their Elemental Bursts for damage, which perfectly describes Yelan.



Why Emblem Dominates



The Emblem of Severed Fate offers two incredible bonuses:



1. 2-Piece Bonus: +15% Energy Recharge. This immediately helps alleviate Yelan’s inherent energy needs, allowing you to focus more on offensive stats like Crit or HP.

2. 4-Piece Bonus: Increases Elemental Burst DMG by 25% of your Energy Recharge. Furthermore, this bonus is maximized at 300% ER, granting a huge 75% Elemental Burst Damage bonus.



The Synergy: Because Yelan's Burst is her main damage contribution, maximizing its damage is key. If you can comfortably reach 200-250% Energy Recharge (which is achievable with good substats or an ER Sands), that 4-piece bonus translates into a staggering amount of extra damage, often outweighing the benefits of pure HP or Crit sets.



Farming Strategy for Emblem



The domain where you farm Emblem (Momiji-Dyed Court) also drops Shimenawa's Reminiscence. While Shimenawa is great for on-field DPS, Emblem is almost always superior for Yelan’s off-field role. Embrace the grind; this set is worth the resin investment.



Strong Alternatives: When Emblem Isn't an Option



While Emblem is the king, there are situations where other sets might perform just as well or even better, particularly if your Energy Recharge needs are already easily met by weapons or team synergy (e.g., pairing her with Raiden Shogun).



2. Heart of Depth (4-Piece)



The Heart of Depth set focuses heavily on Hydro DMG Bonus and Normal/Charged Attack buffs.



2-Piece Bonus: +15% Hydro DMG Bonus. Excellent for boosting all her Hydro damage, including her Burst.

4-Piece Bonus: After using an Elemental Skill, gain a 2-stack bonus increasing Charged Attack DMG by 45% for 15 seconds.



The Caveat: This set prefers Yelan to use her Charged Shot more frequently. While her skill sets up the buff, if you are running her purely as an off-field Burst support who swaps out immediately after skill use, you won't benefit from the 4-piece bonus as much as you would hope. If you play a slightly more on-field style utilizing her high mobility and Charged Attacks, this is a very strong choice, especially when paired with the Aqua Simulacra weapon.



3. Tenacity of the Millelith (4-Piece)



This set shifts Yelan’s focus from personal damage to massive team utility.



2-Piece Bonus: +20% Max HP. A direct, simple boost to her damage scaling.

4-Piece Bonus: Hitting an opponent with an Elemental Skill hits increases the ATK of all nearby party members by 20% and boosts their Shield Strength by 30% for 3 seconds. This effect can be triggered every 3 seconds.



The Use Case: If your team desperately needs an ATK buff (think Hu Tao teams where the Vaporize damage is highly dependent on raw numbers), Tenacity 4-piece is fantastic. Since Yelan triggers her Skill frequently, she can maintain near 100% uptime on the ATK buff, making her an incredible buffer. The drawback is that you sacrifice her personal damage potential found in Emblem.



4. Mixed Sets (2+2 Combinations)



If farming the perfect 4-piece set is proving difficult, mixing and matching 2-piece bonuses is highly effective for bridging gaps.



2pc Emblem + 2pc Hydro DMG (Heart of Depth): A great balance. You get +15% ER and +15% Hydro DMG. This is often a better stop-gap than sticking with a poor 4-piece Emblem roll.

2pc Emblem + 2pc HP (Tenacity): Offers +15% ER and +20% Max HP. A solid option if you are slightly short on ER but want to maximize base damage scaling.



The Critical Artifact Piece Breakdown (The Main Stats)



Regardless of which 4-piece set you choose, the main stats you prioritize on your individual pieces are standardized and crucial.



Flower (HP)



Main Stat: Flat HP. (This piece is fixed, so no decision required here!)



Feather (ATK)



Main Stat: Flat ATK. (Also fixed!)



Sands (The Great Debate)



This is where many players hesitate. Should you go HP or Energy Recharge?



Energy Recharge (ER) Sands: Recommended for most teams. If your total ER is below 200-220% without an ER Sands, or if you are not using the Favonius Warbow, use ER Sands. This ensures your Burst is ready on cooldown every rotation, maximizing your overall damage window.

HP% Sands: Use only if your Energy Recharge is comfortably above 250% through weapon choice and substats. If you can guarantee 100% Burst uptime without it, the direct HP scaling will provide higher single-rotation damage than the ER Sands.



Goblet (The Damage Pillar)



Main Stat: Hydro DMG Bonus % (This is almost universally her best choice).

Exception: If you are running a very niche setup where you have zero Hydro DMG bonuses from other sources (very rare) AND you are using a weapon that already provides massive ER, an HP% Goblet might compete, but Hydro DMG is safer and usually superior.



Circlet (The Crit Balancing Act)



Main Stat: Crit Rate % or Crit DMG %.



This depends entirely on your substats. Use a Crit Rate Circlet if your Crit Rate is below 60%. Otherwise, prioritize Crit DMG. Aim for a final ratio of 1:2 (Crit Rate:Crit DMG), meaning if you have 65% Crit Rate, aim for 130% Crit DMG.



Substat Priority: Where the Real Damage Lies



Once the main stats are locked in, the substats determine how powerful your Yelan truly becomes. Focus on these in order:



1. Crit DMG / Crit Rate: As high as possible, aiming for that 1:2 ratio.

2. Energy Recharge (ER): Essential to hit your required threshold (usually 180-220% minimum, depending on the team).

3. HP%: Excellent damage scaling boost.

4. Flat HP / Flat ATK: Only pick these up if nothing better is available.



A Quick Look at Weapon Synergy and Artifacts



Your choice of weapon profoundly impacts your artifact decisions, especially concerning the Sands piece.



| Weapon Type | Ideal Sands Choice | Rationale |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Aqua Simulacra | HP% Sands | Massive Crit DMG boost; ER is easily managed via substats due to high base damage. |

| Favonius Warbow | ER% Sands | Weapon solves damage scaling but provides huge ER. ER Sands maximizes the Emblem 4pc bonus. |

| Recurve Bow (3-Star) | HP% Sands | A surprisingly strong F2P option that demands HP% Sands to maximize damage output. |

| The Stringless | HP% or ER% Sands | Depends heavily on team comps. If ER is low, go ER. If ER is good, go HP%. |



Special Mention: A Niche but Powerful F2P Option



For players starting out or those who struggle to get good Emblem drops, there is a viable early-game option: 2-piece Heart of Depth + 2-piece Noblesse Oblige.



2pc Heart of Depth: +15% Hydro DMG.

2pc Noblesse Oblige: +20% Elemental Burst DMG.



This provides solid, balanced Hydro damage and Burst amplification while you are farming the perfect Emblem pieces. It’s a great stepping stone!



Finalizing Your Artifact Journey: The Tl;Dr



To wrap up this extensive Genshin Guide section on Yelan artifacts, here is the quick decision flow chart:



1. Do you have 200%+ Energy Recharge easily?

YES: Use HP% Sands, Hydro DMG Goblet, Crit Circlet. Focus on 4pc Emblem of Severed Fate or Heart of Depth.

NO: Use ER% Sands, Hydro DMG Goblet, Crit Circlet. Focus almost exclusively on 4pc Emblem of Severed Fate.



2. Do you want to maximize team utility over personal damage?

YES: Use 4pc Tenacity of the Millelith with ER% Sands to maximize Skill uptime for the ATK buff.



Yelan is an absolute powerhouse, and optimizing her artifacts is the final step to unlocking her full Hydro-slinging potential. Happy farming, Travelers! May your resin be used wisely, and may every single drop yield perfect Crit rolls!

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