Theorylytics
Amber

pyro · Bow

Amber

Support

VS
Xinyan

pyro · Claymore

Xinyan

Shield Support

Amber vs Xinyan

The beginner's torch vs. the physical rockstar's shield

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Amber if…

  • When you need a taunt to manage enemy aggro
  • For rapid Pyro application on shields via her low-cost Burst
  • In 'Elegy for the End' support builds for high-end Vaporize teams

Pick Xinyan if…

  • When you need a Pyro shield that can also cleanse debuffs
  • As a Physical support for Eula or Razor
  • If you need a Claymore for mining or breaking Geo shields
Verdict

Both characters struggle in the current meta due to awkward kits. Amber has a niche as an Elegy carrier for speedruns, while Xinyan is a decent Physical support at high constellations. Choose Amber for utility and Xinyan for Physical teams.

At a Glance

Amber
Stat
Xinyan
Bow
Weapon
Claymore
Pyro
Element
Pyro
Main DPS / Taunt
Role
Shield / Physical Sub-DPSWinner
40Winner
Burst Cost
60
ATKWinner
Scaling
ATK/DEF Split
Baron Bunny Nukes (C2+)
Cons Utility
Physical Shred (C4)Winner
Low (Aiming required)
Ease of Use
Low (Split scaling)
Taunt/Decoy
Utility
Shielding/CleanseWinner

Strengths & Weaknesses

Amber

Strengths
  • Strong Pyro damage
  • Versatile team options
Weaknesses
  • Requires investment
  • Best teams use limited 5-stars

Xinyan

Strengths
  • Strong Pyro damage
  • Versatile team options
Weaknesses
  • Requires investment
  • Best teams use limited 5-stars

Shared Team Members

BennettBennett

With Amber

Bennett provides Amber with a massive ATK buff and Pyro Resonance, which are essential for making her Baron Bunny and Burst deal respectable damage. His healing also provides a safety net for Amber while she aims for weak spots with her Charged Shots.

With Xinyan

Bennett is Xinyan's best battery, helping her reach the high energy requirements for her Physical-scaling Burst. He provides Pyro Resonance and a significant ATK buff that enhances both her shield strength and her Burst's impact.

Best Builds (Signature)

Amber

Weapon

The First Great Magic

Artifacts

Shimenawa's Reminiscence

Sands

ATK%

Goblet

DMG%

Circlet

CRIT Rate

Substats

CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > ER%

Xinyan

Weapon

Redhorn Stonethresher

Artifacts

Marechaussee Hunter

Sands

ATK % / Energy Recharge

Goblet

Physical DMG

Circlet

CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate

Substats

CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate > ATK % > Energy Recharge > DEF %

Who Should You Pull?

Amber
Pull Amber if…
  • When you need a taunt to manage enemy aggro
  • For rapid Pyro application on shields via her low-cost Burst
  • In 'Elegy for the End' support builds for high-end Vaporize teams
Amber Full Guide
Xinyan
Pull Xinyan if…
  • When you need a Pyro shield that can also cleanse debuffs
  • As a Physical support for Eula or Razor
  • If you need a Claymore for mining or breaking Geo shields
Xinyan Full Guide