The Best 4-Star Characters to Build Genshin Impact

Can't pull 5-star characters? Don't worry. Many 4-star characters can also deal explosive damage! When you are in the early stages and resources are limited, choosing the right 4-stars is actually more important than blindly building 5-stars.

Today, let's take a look at the 4-star characters that you can safely level to 90 as soon as you get them. Which of these popular picks have you pulled?

 

NO.1 Kuki Shinobu

As the boss of the Arataki Gang, many players thought Kuki Shinobu was weak when she first came out. Her skills looked odd and her stats seemed lo. Some even called her “the most useless 4-star character” online.

However, with the appearance of Dendro teams, Kuki Shinobu received a massive upgrade. She became part of the “Nahida-Xingqiu-Kuki” team. This team is so powerful that many consider it nearly unbeatable!

Even in the current Natlan version, the “Nahida-Xingqiu-Kuki” team remains extremely strong. Many players find the Dragon King's multi-layered shields annoying. But for this team, breaking them is effortless—as if they were made of paper.

 

NO.2 Fischl

Fischl is one of the original 4-star characters available since Genshin Impact's launch. In the early days, she was often used as a physical main DPS. But as the game quickly changed, her role was taken over by other characters.

However, Fischl's true strength lies in her ability to apply Electro from off-field! She can summon Oz to deal continuous Electro damage, providing steady output even while she's off the field. This makes her a key member in Electro and Aggravate teams.

With the release of Dendro characters especially the arrival of Nahida, the Aggravate playstyle has become extremely popular. And with it, Fischl has entered a “second prime”!

She's currently the only 4-star character who can consistently apply Electro in any situation, making her incredibly versatile. Many players even nickname her the “Oz launcher”!

 

NO.3 Xingqiu

Since his release, Xingqiu has always been one of the top used characters in Genshin Impact.

He's known as one of the two gods of 6-star and is often called the 6-star Hydro Archon by players. His Hydro application is even stronger than Yelan's, and he fits into many top-tier team comps.

Not only does he deal impressive damage, but his abilities also provide damage reduction, interruption resistance, and healing—making him an extremely well-rounded support.

His Elemental Skill can sometimes deal explosive damage and even one-shot enemies.

 

NO.4 Sucrose

When Kazuha was first released, many players called him “Little Sucrose.” This shows Sucrose's value.

The “Armed Squad” team centered around Sucrose deals explosive damage and has remained strong across multiple updates, consistently proving its worth.

As a 4-star character, Sucrose has several powerful advantages:

• His skills can spread elemental effects, providing extra damage bonuses to the team.
• He can gather enemies together, making hIS great for dealing with groups and clearing waves.

 

NO.5 Xiangling

Xiangling is one of the strongest 4-star characters in Genshin Impact. Her signature skill applies Pyro from off-field. Once activated, it continuously deals Pyro damage without her needing to stay on the field—making her an insane off-field damage dealer.

Even better, her skill damage doesn't heavily rely on high stats. As long as she's in the right team, she can make truly outrageous damage.

What makes her even more impressive is that Xiangling is a true "weapon master". No matter which polearm you get, she can make good use of it. Her high compatibility shows just how well-designed her mechanics are—she's not picky about gear and still hits like a truck.

The most iconic example is the National Team (Xiangling + Xingqiu + Bennett + Chongyun), a legendary comp that's been strong since Version 1.0.Even though her teammates have changed over time, Xiangling remains a core member—proving just how powerful she really is.

 

NO.6 Bennett

The true Pyro Archon. Not only does he offer insane damage buffs, but his healing abilities are also top-tier. He's been considered a “6-star god” in Genshin Impact since four years ago, and even now, he still sits firmly on the throne—no character has been able to shake his position.

Many thought that in the Natlan update, Bennett would finally be replaced by the actual Pyro Archon. But what people soon realized is that Bennett is the one who's truly unmatched.

Even the “Pyro Archon” needs his support to reach their full potential and deal maximum damage!

 

NO.7 Chevreuse

Born in the stat-inflation era of Fontaine. Chevreuse shines in Overload teams. While her versatility isn't the best, her raw numbers are incredibly high. In the right team, she can unleash power comparable to Kazuha.

The only downside is that she heavily relies on constellations—without them, her performance is pretty average. Although her buffs aren't on the same level as classic supports like Bennett, she's still one of the strongest Pyro supports in the game.

 

NO.8 Ororon

A 4-star character introduced in the Natlan update, he's had countless standout moments in the story—and his strength is just as impressive.

Ororon is an off-field Electro character with a very high attack frequency. He also boosts energy regeneration and provides damage bonuses.If you're up against those extremely annoying multi-hit shields, Ororon is your go-to. He can shred them in an instant.

 

Conclusion

That's all the 4-star characters we recommend investing in! In a game where resources can be tight, building the right 4-stars can take your team to the next level without relying on rare 5-star pulls. They're reliable, powerful, and resource-friendly perfect picks for any team.

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