Genshin Impact – Kinich build and materials guide

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Transform into an unparalleled Saurian slayer by mastering the optimal Genshin Impact Kinich setup, and employ these tactics to ward off the Abyss. Kinich is a 5-Star Dendro character, armed with a claymore that combines elements of classic arcade games and ancient hunting methods for a unique fighting style.

His ability, Canopy Hunter: Riding High, connects a grappling hook to the designated target, enabling Kinich to enter the Nightsoul’s Blessing state if there is one. If no target is present, he instead uses the hook for a boost into the air and forward momentum. Keeping the skill button pressed lets you adjust your aim.

When Riding High identifies an opponent as a foe, Kinich’s Regular Attack morphs into a long-range assault, launching Repeating Arrows at the enemy while orbiting it. This attack causes Dendro damage (classified as Elemental Skill damage) and generates Soul Energy Points. When these points reach their maximum, Kinich can activate Scalespiker Cannon as his Elemental Skill (which can again be aimed). This move also inflicts Dendro damage and attempts to latch onto the target thereafter, consuming all of his Soul Energy Points.

When Kinich finds himself beside his target following a grapple or Scalespiker Cannon hit, he can restore Nightsoul Points by entering the Blind Spot created nearby. If his link with the target breaks, he’ll instinctively attempt to reconnect with another enemy who is closer.

In simpler terms, activating Kinich’s ability, “Hymn of the Mighty Dragonlord,” brings forth K’uhul Ajaw onto the battlefield, inflicting damage with the Dendro element to surrounding areas.

Similar to fellow inhabitants of Natlan, Kinich has the ability to amass greater quantities of Nightsoul Points through his talents, making him particularly valuable during expeditions. Moreover, he restores Nightsoul Points when targets are afflicted with Burning or Burgeon effects, and his attack power intensifies significantly when a Nightsoul Burst is activated.

Best Kinich weapons – Genshin Impact

Kinich often chooses to brandish his distinctive claymore, Mountain King’s Fang, during combat. This weapon significantly boosts the user’s Critical Rate, but it’s especially valuable because striking enemies with an Elemental Skill increases their Canopy’s Favor stacks. After either Burning or Burgeon reactions are set off, the user acquires three stacks of this effect. Each stack enhances both the Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst damage of the user, with a maximum of six stacks achievable.

Best weapons for Kinich:

  • Fang of the Mountain King (5-Star)
  • Beacon of the Reed Sea (5-Star)
  • Serpent Spine (4-Star)
  • Earth Shaker (4-Star)
  • Royal Greatsword (4-Star)

Best Kinich artifacts – Genshin Impact

The Natlan’s Obsidian Codex is an ideal artifact set for Kinich because it harmonizes beautifully with the Nightsoul’s Blessing ability. This set enhances his damage output significantly, which is a key aspect of his role as the Main DPS character. To maximize his potential, you should strive to accumulate as many offensive enhancements on him as feasible. Moreover, it’s crucial to focus on Energy Recharge to ensure Ajaw is activated frequently. Lastly, Elemental Mastery can be boosted to amplify the impact of elemental reactions.

Best Artifact Sets for Kinich:

  • Obsidian Codex (4) – +15% damage while the wearer is on the field and in the Nightsoul’s Blessing state, +40% CRIT Rate for 6s after the wearer consumes a Nightsoul Point and is on the field (effect can trigger every second).

Best stats for Kinich:

  • Flower: HP (main stat), CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK %, Energy Recharge
  • Plume: ATK (main stat), CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK %, Energy Recharge
  • Sands: ATK % (main stat), CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, Energy Recharge, Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet: Dendro DMG (main stat), CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK %, Energy Recharge
  • Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG (main stat), CRIT DMG or CRIT Rate, ATK %, Energy Recharge, Elemental Mastery

Best Kinich teams – Genshin Impact

Kinich is the primary Damage Per Second (DPS) character who needs extensive playtime on the battlefield and works best when partnered closely with Pyro characters, as he benefits significantly from their Burning and Burgeon reactions.

  • Kinich (Main DPS), Emilie (Sub DPS), Xiangling (Sub DPS), Bennett (Support)

In this team setup, it’s primarily Kinich who will perform the major tasks. However, it’s crucial that you help prepare the ground by utilizing Xiangling and Bennett, as they consistently apply Pyro off-field. This setup will generate numerous Burning and Burgeon reactions to aid Kinich. Emilie is a great choice for this team, as she enhances the damage from these reactions even further. In case Emilie isn’t available, characters like Nahida or Collei can be effective substitutes.

Kinich ascension materials – Genshin Impact

To efficiently boost Kinich’s power once you summon him, it’s essential to accumulate his ascension resources for leveling up. Additionally, you’ll need specific materials to enhance his skills.

Here’s what you need to get Kinich to level 90:

  • Nagadus Emerald Sliver x1
  • Nagadus Emerald Fragment x9
  • Nagadus Emerald Chunk x9
  • Nagadus Emerald Gemstone x6
  • Juvenile Fang x18
  • Seasoned Fang x30
  • Tyrant’s Fang x36
  • Saurian Claw Succulent x168
  • Overripe Flamegranate x46
  • Mora x2,092,530

In the game world, Emeralds can be effortlessly acquired by battling the Dendro Hypostasis, Jadeplume Terrorshroom, or the Gluttonous Yumkasaur Mountain King. You’ll encounter the latter creature anyway if you want to gather Overripe Flamegranates. Fangs are obtained from Saurians found in Natlan, so some hunting is necessary. The Saurian Claw Succulent, a native specialty, can only be found growing in Natlan’s Sulfurous Veins region. To accumulate Mora, the most profitable method is by farming Blossoms of Wealth.

Here’s what you need to upgrade all of Kinich’s talents:

  • Juvenile Fang x16
  • Seasoned Fang x66
  • Tyrant’s Fang x93
  • Teachings of Kindling x9
  • Guide to Kindling x63
  • Philosophies of Kindling x114
  • Denial and Judgment x18
  • Crown of Insight x3
  • Mora x4,957,500

As a gamer, here’s what I’ve gathered:

1. The materials we’ve discussed earlier are right up there for you to see.
2. To collect Scrolls of Kindling, swing by the Blazing Ruins Domain on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays for some farming fun.
3. Denial and Judgment, those boss materials, drop from battling The Knave.
4. Keep your eyes peeled for the Crown of Insight; it’s a common reward in timed events. So, don’t forget to grab it when you can!
5. Lastly, you can also snag them by leveling up the regional reward mechanics in Dragonspine, Inazuma, Sumeru, the Chasm, Fontaine, and Natlan as you progress through your gaming adventure.

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2025-04-24 12:17