Genshin Impact: Best Beidou Sub-DPS Build

The captain of the Crux and friend to Ninguang, Beidou, is a powerful 4-star Electro Claymore user. Unleash her full potential as a Sub-DPS with this build

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Hamza Bakht

Key Takeaways

  • Beidou is a fearless fleet captain and leader of The Crux in Liyue, known for her immense strength and lack of fear towards Ningguang, the Tianquan of the Liyue Qixing.
  • Her playstyle revolves around her Elemental Skill, which allows her to counter enemy attacks and deal massive Electro damage and her AoE Elemental Burst.
  • Priority artifact stats should include ATK%/Energy Recharge as main stats and Energy Recharge, CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, and ATK% as substats, with a focus on Electro DMG Bonus for increasing her damage output.
  • Wolf’s Gravestone is considered her best weapon due to its high base ATK and powerful passive effect, while Katsuragikiri Nagamasa is a good alternative for players who prioritize Beidou’s Elemental Skill and Energy Recharge.
  • Emblem of Severed Fate is the best artifact for Beidou as it emphasizes her Energy Recharge and Elemental Burst damage potential, while Thundering Fury can be used as an alternative set to focus on her Elemental Skill.

Beidou is an Electro user and the captain of The Crux, a well-known crew in the region of Liyue. Beidou is not only a skilled fleet captain but also an incredibly strong warrior, known for her prowess in combat.

Beidou is currently one of the best Sub-DPS characters in Genshin Impact (You can check out our Sub-DPS Tier List here)

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Introduction Beidou

Beidou is the captain of The Crux, a renowned crew in Liyue, and a skilled Electro user. Beidou is known for her strength, fearlessness, and unwavering confidence, which have earned her the respect and admiration of many in Liyue. Despite her commanding presence, she also has a strong sense of justice and fairness, making her a popular figure among the people she leads.

Beidou Best Sub-DPS Build

Best WeaponWolf’s Gravestone
Replacement WeaponsKatsuragikiri Nagamasa
Best ArtifactsEmblem of Severed Fate x4
Main StatsSands: ATK% or Energy Recharge
Goblet: Electro DMG Bonus
Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG
SubstatsEnergy Recharge, CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK%

By equipping her with the right weapons, such as Wolf’s Gravestone or Katsuragikiri Nagamasa, and focusing on the Emblem of Severed Fate artifact set, Beidou can become an incredibly potent damage dealer while also providing valuable support to her team. 

Beidou Best Weapons

WeaponDetails
BestWolf’s GravestoneBonus Stat: ATK 10.8%
Skill Effect: Increases ATK by 20%. On hit, attacks against enemies with less than 30% HP increases all party members’ ATK by 40% for 12s. Can only occur once every 30s.
F2P OptionKatsuragikiri NagamasaBonus Stat: Energy Recharge 10.0%
Skill Effect: Increases Elemental Skill DMG by 6%. After Elemental Skill hits an opponent, the character loses 3 Energy but regenerates 3 Energy every 2s for the next 6s. This effect can occur once every 10s. Can be triggered even when the character is not on the field.

Best 5 Star Weapon

Beidou Wolf's Gravestone Claymore

Wolf’s Gravestone

Wolf’s Gravestone is one of the best weapons for Beido due to its ATK bonus stat and skill effect. The weapon provides a 10.8% ATK bonus stat, along with a 20% increase in attack power. Its unique skill effect can grant a 40% ATK buff for all party members when attacking enemies with less than 30% HP, making it an excellent choice for players who focus on building her as a Sub DPS. However, players need to time their attacks carefully to make the most out of the weapon’s unique effect.

Best F2P Weapon

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Katsuragikiri Nagamasa

Katsuragikiri Nagamasa is a good alternative weapon for Beidou in Genshin Impact due to its Energy Recharge bonus stat, which is useful for ensuring that her Elemental Burst is available as often as possible. 

In addition, its unique skill effect increases the damage of her Elemental Skill by 6%. It provides a self-sustaining Energy regeneration effect, making it an effective choice for extended battles where her Elemental Skill is essential for dealing damage and maintaining control over the battlefield. While it may not be as versatile as Wolf’s Gravestone, Katsuragikiri Nagamasa can still help you deal significant damage with her Elemental Skill.

Beidou Best Artifacts

Beidou Emblem of Severed Fate artifact

Emblem of Severed Fate

Set PiecesSet Piece Bonus
2-Piece BonusEnergy Recharge +20%.
4-Piece BonusIncreases Elemental Burst DMG by 25% of Energy Recharge. A maximum of 75% bonus DMG can be obtained in this way.

Emblem of Severed Fate is a great artifact set for Beidou in Genshin Impact as it increases her Energy Recharge and Elemental Burst damage. 

The two-piece bonus provides a 20% Energy Recharge bonus, while the four-piece bonus increases Elemental Burst damage by 25% of Energy Recharge, up to a maximum of 75% bonus damage. It’s a very simple buff that synergizes extremely well with her kit.

That concludes our guide on the recommended weapons and artifacts for Beidou in Genshin Impact comes to a close. If you’re interested in learning about other top Sub-DPS characters in the game, feel free to check out our guides on Venti and Sucrose.