Neuvillette Character Guide for Genshin Impact: Build, Artifacts, Teams, and More

Neuvillette is a 5-star Hydro Catalyst character in Genshin Impact, renowned as a Hydro hypercarry who deals massive sustained damage through his charged attacks. His kit revolves around consuming HP to unleash powerful Hydro beams, while self-sustaining through healing from absorbing "Sourcewater Droplets." Ideal for players seeking a high-risk, high-reward playstyle, Neuvillette excels in teams that amplify Hydro reactions and provide survivability.  

Talent Upgrade Order  

1. Normal Attack / Charged Attack (Highest Priority): The core of his damage output. Prioritize leveling this to maximize his charged attack’s Hydro beam damage.  

2. Elemental Burst (Q): Generates Sourcewater Droplets for faster charged attacks and deals AoE Hydro damage. Upgrade after Normal Attack.  

3. Elemental Skill (E): Provides Sourcewater Droplets and minor damage. Lowest priority due to minimal impact on overall DPS.  

Key Mechanics  

- Charged Attack: Equitable Judgment  

  - Consumes HP to fire a Hydro beam, dealing damage based on his max HP.  

  - Absorbing 3 Sourcewater Droplets (from E or Q) allows instant activation and restores 48% HP.  

  - Requires strong shielding or interruption resistance (e.g., Zhongli) at C0 due to low stagger resistance.  

Best Weapons  

1. Tome of the Eternal Flow (Best-in-Slot): Boosts CRIT DMG, HP%, and enhances charged attack DMG. Synergizes perfectly with his HP-scaling kit.  

2. Sacrificial Jade (4-star Alternative): Grants HP% and CRIT Rate when off-field, ideal for balancing stats.  

3. Prototype Amber (F2P Option): Provides energy regeneration and team healing, improving survivability.  

Optimal Artifacts  

Recommended Sets  

1. 4pc Marechaussee Hunter:  

   - +15% Normal/Charged Attack DMG.  

   - Gains up to 36% CRIT Rate when HP fluctuates, perfect for Neuvillette’s HP-draining mechanics.  

2. 4pc Heart of Depth:  

   - +15% Hydro DMG and +30% Normal/Charged Attack DMG after using Elemental Skill.  

Main/Sub Stats  

- Sands: HP%  

- Goblet: Hydro DMG Bonus  

- Circlet: CRIT Rate/DMG (Aim for 1:2 ratio)  

- Substats: CRIT > HP% > Energy Recharge.  

Team Compositions  

Neuvillette thrives in teams that trigger Hydro-related reactions to activate his A1 Passive, which boosts his charged attack DMG by up to 60%.  

1. Hypercarry Team  

- Neuvillette (DPS) + Kazuha (VV Shred) + Zhongli (Shield) + Fischl (Off-field Electro)  

  - Synergy: Kazuha groups enemies and amplifies Hydro DMG, Fischl enables Electro-Charged, and Zhongli ensures uninterrupted charged attacks.  

2. Freeze Team  

- Neuvillette + Furina (Sub-DPS/Buffer) + Charlotte (Healer) + Venti (Crowd Control)  

  - Synergy: Freeze enemies for safety while Furina buffs team DMG and Charlotte provides healing.  

3. Vaporize Team  

- Neuvillette + Xiangling (Pyro) + Bennett (Healer/Buffer) + Kazuha  

  - Synergy: Trigger Vaporize for burst damage, amplified by Kazuha’s EM buff and Bennett’s ATK boost.  

Constellation Recommendations  

- C1: Grants interruption resistance and reduces the number of Hydro reactions needed for max A1 Passive stacks (game-changing for survivability and team flexibility).  

- C2: Increases CRIT DMG by 42% when max A1 stacks are active (massive DPS boost).  

- C6: Enhances charged attack mechanics, allowing continuous HP recovery and additional Hydro DMG procs.  

Ascension & Talent Materials  

Ascension Materials (1–90)  

- Hydro Gemstones: ×6  

- Lakelight Lily: ×168  

- Transoceanic Materials: ×46 (e.g., Transoceanic Pearl)  

- Boss Drops: ×46 Everamber (from Hydro Hypostasis).  

Talent Materials (1–10)  

- Teachings/Philosophies of Equity: ×9/63  

- Transoceanic Materials: ×66  

- Worldspan Fern: ×18 (Weekly Boss drop).  

Gameplay Tips  

1. Rotation:  

   - E → Q → Absorb Droplets → Charged Attack (repeat).  

   - Use shields/healers to offset HP drain.  

2. Energy Management: Aim for 120–130% Energy Recharge to maintain burst uptime.  

Final Verdict  

Neuvillette is a top-tier Hydro DPS with unparalleled sustained damage, ideal for players who enjoy high-skill gameplay. Prioritize his charged attacks, pair him with strong supports, and leverage his HP mechanics to dominate Spiral Abyss and open-world challenges.