Diluc
Who is Diluc?
Diluc is a 5★ Pyro Claymore character from Mondstadt — the wealthiest man in Mondstadt and, secretly, its most feared vigilante. He is a reliable on-field Main Pyro DPS who excels in Vaporize teams with Xingqiu or Yelan. "One of the safest investments in the 5-star standard character pool" — competitive with other Pyro carries at equal investment. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
Kit Summary
Four-hit Claymore combo; weaved with his Skill for Pyro application.
Three Pyro slashes on separate presses, each with independent cooldown. Primary Pyro application and DPS source alongside Normal Attacks; can reliably max 4pc Crimson Witch stacks.
Leaps forward dealing AoE Pyro, then summons the Phoenix — a large fire bird that deals continuous Pyro DMG to enemies in its path before exploding.
Build Guide
🔮 Best Relic / Echo Set
4pc Crimson Witch of Flames (best — made with Diluc in mind; can reliably max all 3 stacks via multi-press Skill). 2pc ATK%/2pc Crimson Witch viable with excellent substats. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
⚔ Best Light Cone / Weapon
Wolf's Gravestone (5★ — best generalist; high base ATK, teamwide buff, consistent without Bennett). Redhorn Stonethresher (5★ — excellent CRIT, needs Bennett to offset low base ATK). The Unforged (5★ — needs Zhongli shield for passive). Best 4★: Serpent Spine R5 (competes with 5-stars; requires dodge skill), Rainslasher (good in Vaporize). Best F2P: Prototype Archaic (craftable — do not refine beyond R1). Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
📊 Substats Priority
👥 Best Teams
Standard Vaporize: Diluc + Xingqiu + Bennett + Sucrose/Kazuha
Double Hydro Vaporize: Diluc + Xingqiu + Yelan + Flex
Overvape: Diluc + Xingqiu + Fischl/Beidou + Flex
Geobros (Comfort): Diluc + Xingqiu + Zhongli + Albedo
Melt (High skill floor): Diluc + Rosaria/Kaeya + Bennett + Sucrose/Kazuha
Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
F2P Verdict
Prototype Archaic (craftable) is a serviceable free weapon alternative. Rainslasher outperforms Blackcliff in Vaporize teams without spending Starglitter.
Sucrose (4★) and Kaeya (free) are viable teammates in Vaporize and Melt respectively.
Recommended combo: Double Weave (Q → 3×[N2-E]) fits team buff windows perfectly.
Yelan vs Xingqiu: Xingqiu is less energy-intensive and more flexible; Yelan deals more damage and provides a DMG% buff. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diluc still good in the current meta?
Yes, he is 'competitive' and 'one of the safest investments in the 5-star standard character pool,' though newer Pyro carries (Hu Tao, Mavuika) generally outdamage him at equal investment. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
What is the best free weapon for Diluc?
Prototype Archaic (craftable 4★). Do not refine past R1 — refinements do not provide meaningful DPS gains. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
Does Diluc need constellations?
No — C0 is complete. C1 (+15% DMG above 50% HP) and C6 (+30% DMG/ATK SPD after Skills) are his best constellations but not required. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/
What is his best combo?
Double Weave: Q → 3×(N2-E). This fits within Bennett and Xingqiu buff windows and maximises 4pc Crimson Witch stacks. Source: keqingmains.com/diluc/