The Wind’s Grace: How Anemo Resonance Boosts Xiao’s Burst
Xiao, the "Vigilant Yaksha," is a powerful DPS character who relies heavily on his burst, "Bane of All Evil," for his main damage output. While his burst is already formidable, the Anemo Resonance can make it even more devastating. Let’s explore how it works:
The Basics of Anemo Resonance
When two or more characters with the Anemo element are on your team, they activate Anemo Resonance. This resonance grants a 15% Anemo damage bonus to all team members.
Xiao’s Burst: A Quick Recap
Xiao’s burst transforms him into a Yaksha, increasing his attack and granting him a unique damage bonus based on his Max HP. During this phase, he attacks with a combination of fast attacks and plunges.
The Impact of Anemo Resonance
Now, here’s where the magic happens. The 15% Anemo damage bonus from the Anemo Resonance directly impacts Xiao’s burst damage. This means that every attack he makes during his burst, including his normal attacks and plunges, benefits from this increase.
Numbers Don’t Lie
Imagine Xiao has a base attack of 2000 and his burst increases his attack by 100%. This means his attack during his burst is now 4000. Let’s assume his Anemo damage bonus from artifacts and other sources is 100%. Without Anemo Resonance, his damage would be 4000 x 2 = 8000.
However, with Anemo Resonance, the 15% bonus is applied to this damage, making it 8000 x 1.15 = 9200. That’s a significant increase in damage!
Beyond the Numbers
The impact of Anemo Resonance goes beyond just increasing Xiao’s burst damage. It can also help him overcome some of his weaknesses:
- Stamina Management: Xiao’s burst relies on plunges, which consume a lot of stamina. The extra damage from Anemo Resonance can help him kill enemies faster, thus conserving stamina.
- Enemy Resistance: Some enemies have high resistance to Anemo, making it harder for Xiao to deal significant damage. Anemo Resonance can help offset this resistance, allowing him to inflict more damage.
Choosing Your Teammates
To utilize Anemo Resonance, you need two or more Anemo characters in your team. Here are some great options for pairing with Xiao:
- Sucrose: A powerful Anemo support with strong crowd control and a good source of elemental mastery to boost team damage.
- Kazuha: Another excellent support with high damage potential and a unique ability to group enemies together.
- Jean: A versatile healer and Anemo DPS who can also offer strong crowd control.
Final Thoughts
Anemo Resonance is a valuable tool for boosting Xiao’s burst damage and enhancing his overall performance. By strategically choosing your team composition and utilizing this resonance, you can unleash the full potential of the "Vigilant Yaksha."