Cyno is a powerful Electro Main DPS from Sumeru in Genshin Impact. He is a 5-star Polearm user who can be considered to be an upgraded version of Razor. The main aspect of his gameplay is his Elemental Burst, which infuses all of his attacks with Electro and buffs them. By pairing Cyno with proper Sub-DPS characters, you can deal significant damage to enemies. Here is your Genshin Impact Cyno build guide explaining how to play him and providing details about his best weapons, artifacts, and team comps.
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Genshin Impact Cyno Build Guide
Cyno Character Stats – Breakdown
| Type | Detail |
|---|---|
| Rarity | 5-star |
| Element | Electro |
| Weapon Type | Polearm |
| Role | Main DPS |
| Base ATK (Level 90) | 318 |
| Base DEF (Level 90) | 859 |
| Base HP (Level 90) | 12419 |
| Ascension Stat (Level 90) | 88.4% Crit DMG |
| Voice Actors | EN: Alejandro Saab JP: Irino Miyu CN: Li Qinyang KR: Jung Eui-jin and Lee Woo-ri |
| Strengths | • Significant Elemental Burst uptime. • Has decent damage output. |
| Weaknesses | • Requires a teammate offering resistance to interruption. • Heavily relies on Elemental Burst for damage. • Needs significant on-field time. |
Cyno is the General Mahamatra of Sumeru and a formidable damage-dealing character in Genshin Impact. His Elemental Burst allows him to enter a special Pactsworn Pathclearer state, which infuses his Normal Attacks with Electro and buffs their damage output. Moreover, by using his Elemental Skill during the Burst, you can increase the duration of Cyno’s Elemental Burst. Overall, he is a strong character with a straightforward playstyle.
How to Play Cyno
Here’s how you can effectively play Cyno:
- After using the effects of your Support and Sub-DPS characters, switch to Cyno.
- Upon taking the field, begin by using your Elemental Skill and then immediately follow up with your Burst to enter the Pactsworn Pathclearer state.
- Begin dealing damage by using your Normal Attacks.
- Look out for Endseer prompts when playing. Every time you see one, it means his Elemental Skill is ready to use. Always cast your Skill when you see the Endseer prompts to prolong the Burst duration.
- Once Elemental Burst ends, switch to your other characters for a fresh rotation.
Should you pull Cyno?
Yes, you can pull Cyno if your account is missing a dependable Electro Main DPS in Genshin Impact. He can help you clear most of the in-game challenges alongside suitable Sub-DPS characters. However, do note that his damage output isn’t on par with top-tier attackers like Varesa and Clorinde.
Best Weapons for Cyno Build in Genshin Impact
For an optimal Cyno build, his signature weapon, Staff of the Scarlet Sands, will be the best option. Other than that, there are many DPS-oriented Polearms for you to consider:
| Weapon | Rarity and How to Get | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
 Staff of the Scarlet Sands | 5-star; Gacha | • Provides Crit Rate. • Buffs ATK based on EM. |
 Primordial Jade Winged-Spear | 5-star; Gacha | • Provides Crit Rate. • Buffs ATK on hit. |
 Staff of Homa | 5-star; Gacha | • Provides Crit DMG. • Increases HP. • Buffs ATK based on HP. |
 Ballad of the Fjords | 4-star; Battle Pass | • Provides Crit Rate. • Buffs EM when three characters from different elements are present. |
 Deathmatch | 4-star; Battle Pass | • Increases Crit Rate via Secondary Stat. • Buffs ATK and DEF when enemies are nearby. |
 White Tassel | 3-star; Gacha | • Provides Crit Rate. • Buffs Normal Attack DMG. |
Best Artifacts for Cyno Build in Genshin Impact
As this 5-star character requires a lot of EM, it is recommended to select the Gilded Dreams artifact set for your Cyno build. In case you do not have it, Thundering Fury can also be a good alternative.
| Artifact Set | How to Get | Effect |
|---|---|---|
 Gilded Dreams | Spire of Solitary Enlightenment Domain, Sumeru | • 2-Piece: Elemental Mastery +80. • 4-Piece: Within 8s of triggering an Elemental Reaction, the character equipping this will obtain buffs based on the Elemental Type of the other party members. ATK is increased by 14% for each member whose Elemental Type is the same as the equipping character, and EM is increased by 50 for every member with a different Elemental Type. Each of the buffs will count up to 3 characters. This effect can be triggered once every 8s and even when not on the field. |
 Thundering Fury | Midsummer Courtyard Domain, Mondstadt | • 2-Piece: Electro DMG Bonus +15%. • 4-Piece: Increases damage caused by Overloaded, Electro-Charged, Superconduct, and Hyperbloom by 40%, and the DMG Bonus conferred by Aggravate is increased by 20%. When Quicken or the aforementioned Elemental Reactions are triggered, Elemental Skill CD is decreased by 1s. Can only occur once every 0.8s |
Main Stats Priority
- Sands: EM
- Goblet: Electro DMG Bonus
- Circlet: Crit Rate / Crit DMG
Sub-Stats Priority
- ER
- Crit Rate
- Crit DMG
- EM
- ATK%
Best Team Comps for Cyno Build in Genshin Impact
Cyno requires significant on-field time; as such, you must pair him up with Sub-DPS characters whose elemental application abilities have a long duration. To help you get an idea of his effective team compositions, here are the best Cyno teams in Genshin’s current meta:
Aggravate Teams
| Main DPS | Sub-DPS | Sub-DPS / Support | Sub-DPS / Support |
|---|---|---|---|
 Cyno |  Yae Miko |  Nahida |  Kuki Shinobu |
| Main DPS | Sub-DPS | Sub-DPS / Support | Sub-DPS / Support |
|---|---|---|---|
Cyno |  Kaedehara Kazuha | Nahida |  Baizhu |
Hyperbloom Teams
| Main DPS | Sub-DPS | Sub-DPS / Support | Sub-DPS / Support |
|---|---|---|---|
Cyno |  Yelan | Nahida | Baizhu |
| Main DPS | Sub-DPS | Sub-DPS / Support | Sub-DPS / Support |
|---|---|---|---|
Cyno |  Xingqiu | Nahida |  Zhongli |
Cyno shines in Aggravate and Hyperbloom team compositions specifically and can do extremely well when paired with Sub-DPS characters like Nahida and Yelan. Moreover, you can include units like Zhongli and Baizhu to provide resistance to interruption and improve survivability.
Cyno Kit Details and Talent Level-up Priority
Let’s take a look at the effects of Cyno’s abilities and their level-up priorities:
| Talent | Effect | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Attacks | Normal Attack: Performs up to four consecutive spear strikes. Charged Attack: Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to lunge forward, dealing damage to enemies along the way. | Medium |
| Elemental Skill (Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer) | Performs a swift thrust, dealing Electro DMG to opponents along the path. When Cyno is under the Pactsworn Pathclearer state triggered by Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness, he will instead unleash a Mortuary Rite that deals thunderous AOE Electro DMG and extends the duration of Pactsworn Pathclearer. | High |
| Elemental Burst (Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness) | Calls upon a divine spirit to indwell him, morphing into the Pactsworn Pathclearer. Pactsworn Pathclearer: Cyno’s Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks will be converted to Electro DMG that cannot be overridden. Cyno’s Elemental Mastery and resistance to interruption will increase, and he gains immunity to Electro-Charged DMG. This effect will be canceled when Cyno leaves the field and lasts a maximum of 18s. | Highest |
| Passive Talent 1 (Featherfall Judgment) | When Cyno is in the Pactsworn Pathclearer state, activated by Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness, Cyno will enter the Endseer stance at intervals. If he activates Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer while affected by this stance, he will activate the Judication effect, increasing the DMG of this Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer by 35%, and firing off 3 Duststalker Bolts that deal 100% of Cyno’s ATK as Electro DMG. Duststalker Bolt DMG is considered Elemental Skill DMG. | NA |
| Passive Talent 2 (Authority Over the Nine Bows) | Cyno’s DMG values will be increased based on his Elemental Mastery as follows: • Pactsworn Pathclearer’s Normal Attack DMG is increased by 150% of his Elemental Mastery. • Duststalker Bolt DMG from his Passive Talent Featherfall Judgment is increased by 250% of his Elemental Mastery. | NA |
| Passive Talent 3 (The Gift of Silence) | Gains 25% more rewards when dispatched on a Sumeru Expedition for 20 hours. | NA |
Best Cyno Constellations in Genshin Impact
Here are all of Cyno’s constellations in the game and their pull value:
| Constellation | Effect | Value |
|---|---|---|
| C1 (Unceasing Vigil) | After using Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness, Cyno’s Normal Attack SPD will be increased by 20% for 10s. If the Judication effect of his Passive Talent Featherfall Judgment is triggered during Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer, the duration of this increase will be refreshed. You need to unlock the Passive Talent “Featherfall Judgment”. | High |
| C2 (Ceremony: Homecoming of Spirits) | When Cyno’s Normal Attacks hit opponents, his Electro DMG Bonus will increase by 10% for 4s. This effect can be triggered once every 0.1s. Max 5 stacks. | High |
| C3 (Percept: Lawful Enforcer) | Increases the Level of Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15. | High |
| C4 (Austerity: Forbidding Guard) | When Cyno is in the Pactsworn Pathclearer state triggered by Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness, after he triggers Electro-Charged, Superconduct, Overloaded, Quicken, Aggravate, Hyperbloom, or an Electro Swirl reaction, he will restore 3 Elemental Energy for all nearby party members (except himself). This effect can occur 5 times within one use of Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness. | High |
| C5 (Funerary Rite: The Passing of Starlight) | Increases the Level of Secret Rite: Chasmic Soulfarer by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15. | Medium |
| C1 (Raiment: Just Scales) | After using Sacred Rite: Wolf’s Swiftness or triggering “Featherfall Judgment,” Cyno will gain 4 stacks of the “Day of the Jackal” effect. When he hits opponents with Normal Attacks, he will consume 1 stack of “Day of the Jackal” to fire off one DustsStalker Bolt. ‘Day of the Jackal” lasts for 8s. Max 8 stacks. It will be canceled once Pactsworn Pathclearer ends. A maximum of 1 Duststalker Bolt can be unleashed this way every. You must first unlock the Passive Talent “Featherfall Judgment.” | High |
How and When Can You Get Cyno in Genshin Impact?
Cyno is set to return to the gacha banners in the upcoming Sumeru-themed Chronicled Wish banner in version 6.0, on September 10, 2025. Additionally, his signature weapon will also become available during this period.
Banner History
| Banner Version | Dates |
|---|---|
| 4.2 | Nov 28, 2023, to Dec 19, 2023 |
| 3.5 | Mar 1, 2023, to Mar 21, 2023 |
| 3.1 | Sep 28, 2022, to Oct 14, 2022 |
More details about Cyno’s upcoming banners will be added here once HoYoverse announces them.
