Citlali, the 5-star Cryo Catalyst user from Natlan in Genshin Impact, is a versatile support character specializing in Melt and Freeze reactions. With her unique ability to shred Pyro and Hydro RES, provide Cryo application, and offer shielding, she is a must-have for teams centered around Pyro or Hydro DPS characters. This guide will cover her best builds, weapons, artifacts, team compositions, and playstyle tips to help you maximize her potential.
Performs up to 3 Cryo DMG strikes. Charged Attack deals AoE Cryo DMG.
Elemental Skill
Summons Opal Shield (scales with EM) and Itzpapa turret. Generates Nightsoul Points.
Elemental Burst
Summons an ice storm for AoE Cryo DMG and spawns Spiritvessel Skulls for additional DMG.
Passive 1
Reduces Pyro/Hydro RES by 20% for 12s after triggering Freeze or Melt reactions.
Passive 2
Increases Skill and Burst DMG based on EM (90% for Skill, 1200% for Burst).
Exploration Passive
Interacts with Natlan’s Phlogiston mechanics for exploration.
Citlali Best Weapons in Genshin Impact
Weapon
Effect
Notes
Starcaller’s Watch
Increases EM and provides a 28% DMG buff to the team when a shield is active.
Best-in-Slot for support role.
A Thousand Floating Dreams
Boosts EM and provides team-wide EM buffs.
Great for maximizing EM and reaction damage.
Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers
Grants a 48% ATK buff to the next character when swapped.
F2P-friendly option for support builds.
Sacrificial Fragments
Resets Elemental Skill cooldown and boosts EM.
Useful for consistent Cryo application.
Citlali Best Artifacts in Genshin Impact
Artifact Set
Effect
Notes
4-Piece Noblesse Oblige
Increases Elemental Burst DMG by 20% and grants a 20% ATK buff to the team for 12s.
Ideal for team-wide buffs and Burst support.
4-Piece Instructor
Increases team EM by 120 after triggering an Elemental Reaction.
Great for Melt and Freeze teams.
2-Piece Blizzard Strayer + 2-Piece Emblem of Severed Fate
Increases Cryo DMG by 15% and Energy Recharge by 20%.
Balances Cryo DMG and Energy Recharge for consistent Burst uptime.
4-Piece Tenacity of the Millelith
Increases HP by 20% and provides a 20% ATK buff to the team when Elemental Skill hits.
Synergizes with her shield and support capabilities.
Artifact Stats Priority
Main Stats
Substats
Sands: EM or Energy Recharge
EM > Energy Recharge > HP% > Crit Rate/DMG
Goblet: Cryo DMG Bonus
EM > Energy Recharge > HP% > Crit Rate/DMG
Circlet: EM or Healing Bonus (if using shield support)
EM > Energy Recharge > HP% > Crit Rate/DMG
Team Compositions
Team Type
Characters
Synergy
Melt Teams
Hu Tao, Diluc, Xiangling, Bennett
Citlali enables Melt reactions and shreds Pyro RES for Pyro DPS.
Freeze Teams
Ayaka, Ganyu, Kokomi, Mona
Citlali provides Cryo application and Hydro RES shred for Freeze teams.
Support Teams
Zhongli, Kazuha, Yelan
Citlali’s shield and RES shred complement other supports and sub-DPS.
Playstyle Tips
Skill Rotation: Use Elemental Skill to summon the shield and turret, then swap to your DPS for reactions.
Burst Timing: Use Elemental Burst during downtime or to extend Cryo application for Melt/Freeze teams.
Nightsoul Points: Manage Nightsoul Points to maximize Cryo DMG and RES shred.
Shield Uptime: Keep the Opal Shield active to protect your team and trigger weapon/artifact buffs.
Constellations
Constellation
Effect
C1
Increases Cryo DMG by 15% when the shield is active.
C2
Reduces Elemental Skill cooldown by 20%.
C4
Increases team EM by 100 for 10s after triggering a reaction.
C6
Grants a 30% Cryo DMG bonus and reduces Pyro/Hydro RES by an additional 10%.
Citlali is a versatile Cryo support who excels in Melt and Freeze teams. By focusing on Elemental Mastery, Energy Recharge, and Cryo DMG, you can maximize her RES shred, shielding, and reaction potential. Pair her with strong Pyro or Hydro DPS characters to dominate the battlefield!