Lan Yan

Lan Yan is a 4-star Anemo catalyst support. Her kit provides a shield and Anemo swirl utility, helping reaction teams stay protected while grouping and spreading elements.

How to Play

Use her to shield and swirl for a reaction carry. See her placement on the Genshin tier list.

Best Build

Top Weapons: Starcaller's Watch (signature), Sacrificial Fragments, Thrilling Tales of the Dragon Slayers. Artifact Set: 4pc Viridescent Venerer (RES shred + swirl). Main Stats: ATK% or EM Sands / Anemo DMG or ATK% Goblet / ATK% or CRIT Circlet. Substats: Elemental Mastery, ATK%, Energy Recharge.

Best Teams

Swirl / Shield support. Lan Yan slots into reaction teams with a Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo carry like Arlecchino, Clorinde or Neuvillette, plus a healer.

Kit Overview

• Skill: Creates a shield and gathers wind for Anemo swirl damage.
• Burst: Deals Anemo AoE damage that can swirl elements off the field.
• Loop: Off-field Anemo support providing shielding, swirl and Viridescent RES shred.

Pros and Cons

Pros: Versatile 4-star shielder; works in nearly any swirl team; cheap RES shred via VV. Cons: Low personal damage; competes with stronger Anemo supports.