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Ayato Guide for Genshin Impact 4.5. See what kind of character is Ayato, review, materials, weapon, artifact, tier, kit for Ayato.

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Ayato Tier & Review

Ayato
RarityElementWeapon
5 StarHydroHydroSword
How To Get?
Obtained through Wishes (Limited Banner)
DPSSub-DPSSupportHealer
AA--
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**The Tiers above are ranked in 6 levels. With SS being the highest and D the lowest.
Tiers: SS → S → A → B → C → D

** Tiers above are at Zero Constellations

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Strengths & Weakness Of Ayato

Strengths
- Great Hydro applicator
- Elemental Burst has a wide range that can also increase the Normal Attack DMG of active characters within range
Weakness
- High energy cost for Elemental Burst
- Prefers to have a sub DPS while his Elemental Skill is on CD

Ayato Skill Guide & How To Use Ayato

Recommended Rotation For Ayato

Recommended Ayato Rotation
1 Use your supports to boost damage.
2 Switch to Ayato and use Elemental Burst.
3 Use Elemental Skill and attack the opponents.
4 Repeat from number 1.

If You Plan To Use Swirl, Start With Elemental Burst

You can easily inflict and swirl Hydro and debuff enemies using the Elemental Burst of Ayato. If you plan on using Anemo to buff Ayato, it is recommended to use the Elemental Burst first.

Uses Of Ayato's Elemental Skill

Most Damage Comes From Elemental Skill → Normal Attack

Ayato's main source of damage comes his Elemental Skill which is considered as normal attack. For Main DPS Ayato, powering up the Elemental Skill will be the highest priority.

Provides Various Buffs

Upon using Elemental Skill, the damage that Ayato's normal attacks will become Hydro AOE slashes that has an additional HP scaling. You will also gain resistance to interruption.

The Hydro Shadow Does NOT Attract Enemies Agro

Despite how it looks, the reflection that Ayato will leave upon using the skill will not attract enemies' attention. However, it can explode and deal Hydro damage. It will also increase the buff from Elemental Skill when destroyed.

Uses Of Ayato's Elemental Burst

Consistent Hydro Infliction At A Large AoE

Ayato's Elemetal Burst gives consistent Hydro Damage at a large AOE. It has a similar range to Ganyu's skill. People who plan to use Ayato as a support or Sub-DPS should focus on making his Elemental Burst strong.

Increases Normal Attack Damage

All characters that is within the AoE of Ayato's Burst will have an increase in Normal Attack damage. The increase depends on the Talent Level. This is great for supporting and increasing the damage of Normal Attackers such as Yoimiya, Childe and Ayato himself.

Ayato Wish & Constellation Guide

Should You Get Or Wish For Ayato?

Pull If You Need A DPS

Ayato

Ayato is a strong & flexible Hydro DPS. With his elemental burst, can increase the normal attack DMG of characters within its range. He can perform swift Hydro attacks and he becomes even more deadly when paired with supports like Yun Jin & Bennett. Ayato is initially good and his constellations make him even better but it depends on your prioritization.

Best Constellation For Ayato

Constellation 2 To Increase Damage Output

Ayato's Wave Flash stack count is increased to a maximum of 5. It also increases Ayato's Max HP by 40%, which increases the damage of his skill and burst.

Constellation 4 For Support

C4 can increase the Normal Damage of nearby characters by 20% for 10s (excluding himself). This is great if you want to use Ayato as an Off-field support.

Ayato Best Build

Ayato Main DPS Build

WeaponHaran Geppaku FutsuHaran Geppaku Futsu
Substitute1. Primordial Jade CutterPrimordial Jade Cutter
2. Mistsplitter ReforgedMistsplitter Reforged
3. The Black SwordThe Black Sword
4. Amenoma KageuchiAmenoma Kageuchi (F2P)
Best ArtifactEchoes Of An OfferingEchoes Of An Offering x4
Artifact StatsSands: ATK%
Goblet: Hydro DMG Bonus
Circlet: Crit Rate/DMG
Priority Sub-Stats 1. Crit Rate/DMG
2. ATK%
3. Elemental Mastery
4. Energy Recharge

This build focuses on increasing Ayato's Normal ATK DMG which is the main source of DMG of Ayato. You need a balance of ATK and CRIT stats for this.

Ayato Sub-DPS Burst Build

WeaponFreedom-SwornFreedom-Sworn
Substitute1. Amenoma KageuchiAmenoma Kageuchi (F2P)
2. XiphosXiphos' Moonlight
3. Favonius SwordFavonius Sword
Best ArtifactHeart Of DepthHeart Of Depth x2
Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige x2
Artifact StatsSands: ATK%
Goblet: Hydro DMG Bonus
Circlet: Crit Rate/DMG
Priority Sub-Stats 1. Crit Rate/DMG
2. Elemental Mastery
3. Energy Recharge
4. ATK%

This build solely focuses on increasing the DMG of Ayato's Burst DMG. Energy Recharge is crucial because of the high burst cost of Ayato.

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Ayato Best Weapon

On-Field Main DPS Build Weapons

WeaponDetails
BestHaran Geppaku FutsuHaran Geppaku FutsuCRIT Rate 33.1% (Lvl. 90)
- Ayato's Signature weapon.
- CRIT Stats makes it easy to build.
- Increases Normal ATK of the character.
- Requires you to have supports that uses Elemental Skill for stacks.
2ndPrimordial Jade CutterPrimordial Jade CutterCRIT Rate 44.1% (Lvl. 90)
- ATK and HP Buff benefits the kit of Ayato.
- Crit Rate substats makes building for DPS easier
- Huge CRIT Rate making it very easy to build balanced CRIT Ratio.
3rdMistsplitter ReforgedMistsplitter ReforgedCRIT DMG 44.1% (Lvl. 90)
- Amazing Elemental DMG increase since Ayato can easily get all the stack up.
- High Based ATK greatly increases the stat of Ayato.
4thThe Black SwordThe Black SwordCRIT Rate 27.6% (Lvl. 90)
- Decent CRIT Rate stats making it easy to build.
- Increases DMG of Normal Attacks
- Provide heals for the user.
- Best 4 Star option for Ayato but can only be obtained via Premium Battlepass.
5thLionLion's RoarATK 41.3% (Lvl. 90)
- ATK sub-stat is great for increasing DMG of Ayato.
- Amazing at Electro-Charged Comps but very weak outside it.
F2PAmenoma KageuchiAmenoma KageuchiATK 55.1% (Lvl. 90)
- ATK substat greatly increases the damage of Ayato.
- Passive effect provides energy for increased Burst uptime
F2PKagotsurube IsshinKagotsurube IsshinATK 41.3% (Lvl. 90)
- Increases the ATK greatly.
- Provides additional damage.
- Can be obtained easily and free.
- No refinements available for this weapon.

Weapons That Increases DMG Of Normal Attacks Or Hydro DMG Are Recommended

For a Main DPS Build, it's essential to have a weapon that will increase the Normal ATK of Ayato since it is his main source of DMG. If you do not have a weapon that buff Normal or Elemental DMG, ATK% weapons also works great.

Burst Sub-DPS

WeaponDetails
BestFreedom-SwornFreedom-SwornElemental Mastery 198 (Lvl. 90)
- Increases the power of reactions.
- Amazing sub-DPS weapon since it provides buff to the team.
2ndPrimordial Jade CutterPrimordial Jade CutterCRIT Rate 44.1% (Lvl. 90)
- HP and ATK buff increases the power of Elemental Burst.
- Crit Rate substats makes building easier.
- Huge CRIT Rate making it very easy to build balanced CRIT Ratio.
3rd
(F2P)
Amenoma KageuchiAmenoma KageuchiATK 55.1% (Lvl. 90)
- Best Free to Play option.
- ATK substat greatly increases the damage of Ayato.
- Passive effect provides energy for increased Burst uptime.
4thXiphosXiphos' MoonlightElemental Mastery 165 (Lvl. 90)
- Increases Elemental Mastery for more powerful reactions.
- Increases the team's Energy Recharge.
- Requires you to increase Elemental Mastery to maximize effects.
5thFavonius SwordFavonius SwordEnergy Recharge 61.3% (Lvl. 90)
- Decent CRIT Rate stats making it easy to build.
- Great Energy Recharge Stat gives higher up time of Burst.
- Provides additional Energy Particles to other party members.
- Low Base-ATK making Ayato's DMG pretty low.

Focus On Increasing Burst Up-Time Through Energy Recharge

Since Ayato has a high Burst Cost, it is important to increase Energy Recharge to be able to easily unleash Elemental Burst.

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Ayato Best Artifacts

Ayato Build Artifacts

Best Artifacts For Hydro On-Field DPS/Enabler Support

Artifacts
BestEchoes Of An OfferingEchoes Of An Offering
4-Piece
Substitute 1ShimenawaShimenawa's Reminiscence
4-Piece
Substitute 2Heart of DepthHeart of Depth
4-Piece
Substitute 3GladiatorGladiator's Finale
4-Piece

Artifact Stat Priority

Flower IconMain: Flat HP
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Feather IconMain: Flat ATK
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Sands IconMain: ATK%
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Goblet IconMain: Hydro DMG Bonus
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Crown IconMain: Crit Rate/DMG
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge

Main Priority Is CR/CD

Since you will need to make as much damage as you can, it's important to build CR/CD while also building ATK and Hydro DMG. You can build a bit of Elemental Mastery or Energy Recharge, but they're low on priority.

Ayato Burst Sub-DPS Artifacts

Best Artifacts For Burst Nuke

Artifacts
BestHeart of DepthAny Hydro DMG Bonus
2-Piece
Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige
2-Piece
Substitute 1 Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige
4-Piece
Substitute 2Emblem Of Severed FateEmblem Of Severed Fate
4-Piece

Artifact Stat Priority

Flower IconMain: Flat HP
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Feather IconMain: Flat ATK
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Sands IconMain: ATK%
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Goblet IconMain: Hydro DMG Bonus
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Crown IconMain: Crit Rate/DMG
Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge

Build Energy Recharge With CR/CD

For Burst focused Ayato, it is important to have at least 180 to 200 Energy Recharge for a consistent uptime of Elemental Burst. Noblesse Oblige 4 piece is great if there are no other Noblesse holders since the buff from the artifact does not stack.

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Ayato Best Team Comp

Premium Party For Ayato

Ayato can work either as a Main DPS or Support. He is a very flexible unit because of the hydro element and he can fit really well in various team comps such as Vape, Permafreeze, Bloom and Taser comps.

Main DPSReactionHealSupport
AyatoAyatoNahidaNahidaKuki ShinobuKuki ShinobuYun JinYun Jin
Details
- Ayato will act as the Main DPS for the team, dealing high damage with his skill and triggering various hydro reactions.
- Nahida will boost the Elemental Mastery of Ayato and enables Bloom to happen.
- Kuki Shinobu will handle the heals and also support the team damage through Hyperbloom.
- Yun Jin will increase Normal Attack DMG and ATK SPD (If c6) of Ayato.

Other Characters That Works With Ayato

CharacterSubDetails
NahidaNahidaLaylaLayla
YelanYelan
XianglingXiangling
BeidouBeidou
- Any Sub-DPS characters that reacts well with Hydro is great with Ayato. Hydro supports also works
Kuki ShinobuKuki ShinobuBennettBennett
DionaDiona
DoriDori
- Any healer can work with Ayato but make sure to consider the type of team-comp that you are using. Example, if you are gonna do Freeze-comp, choose Diona.
Yun JinYun JinCandaceCandace
ThomaThoma
- Supports that buffs Normal Attack DMG or increases Ayato's DMG can replace Yun Jin but Yun Jin currently gives the most buff for Ayato.

Free To Play Friendly Party

DPSComboHealSupport
AyatoAyatoXianglingXianglingBarbaraBarbaraDendro TravelerDendro Traveler
Details
- Ayato will act as the Main DPS of the team dealing vaporize damage with Xiangling.
- Xiangling will spread Pyro with her skill and burst for reactions.
- Barbara will provide Hydro DMG increase through resonance and constellations while providing powerful heals.
- Dendro Traveler can provide off-field Dendro that allows bloom to be produced which provides additional damage for the team.

Ayato Ascension Materials

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Materials Needed for Level Ascension

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Talent Materials For Ayato

Ayato 's Recommended Talent Priority

TalentLevel Up Priority
Normal Attack: Kamisato Art - Korobi★★★・・
Kamisato Art: Kyouka (Elemental Skill)★★★★★
Kamisato Art: Suiyuu (Elemental Burst)★★★★・

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Anonymous 30

Lion's Roar really good if you Can Constantly apply pyro or eleCtro. In other sCenarios it is ****.

Anonymous 29

Why do people say that lions roar is bad on ayato? Combine ayato and thoma to enable both vape and the dmg increase against opponents affected by pyro.

Anonymous 28

C4 of ayato it's written wrong, he gives attack speed, not normal attack damage

Skaperon 27

This guide kinda sux.
And best freeze team is Ayato, Ganyu, Diona/Layla and Venti.

Anonymous 26

How much does his Burst increase NA damage if his talent level is maxed, not counting cons? Is it more than say, Yunjin c2, or Thoma c6?

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