Theorylytics

Freminet vs Xinyan

Shatter-focused Physical vs. Pyro-Physical support

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Freminet if…

  • As a dedicated budget Physical main carry
  • In teams using Hydro to enable Shatter combos
  • When you want a modern kit without split-scaling issues

Pick Xinyan if…

  • As a specialized support for another Physical carry
  • When you specifically need Pyro resonance and Physical shred
  • If you have her C2 and want to build a burst-only nuke
Verdict

Freminet is a functional main DPS, while Xinyan struggles to find a clear identity. Freminet is the better choice for carrying a team, while Xinyan is a niche support.

At a Glance

Freminet
Stat
Xinyan
Main DPS
Role
Support / Sub-DPS
CryoWinner
Element App
Pyro
None
Shielding
ModerateWinner
None (Self-only)
Physical Buffs
Team-wideWinner
ModerateWinner
Complexity
High (Split scaling)
ModerateWinner
Damage
Low
HighWinner
F2P Friendly
Moderate
High (Shatter)Winner
Reaction Pot.
Low

Strengths & Weaknesses

Freminet

Strengths
  • Strong Cryo 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

With Freminet

Mika's ATK Speed and Physical DMG buffs are tailor-made for Freminet, allowing him to stack his Pers meter faster and deal more damage. His healing provides necessary sustain for Freminet during his on-field combat sequences.

With Xinyan

Mika provides Xinyan with the Physical DMG buffs she lacks in her base kit and increases her attack speed for better field presence. His healing also helps Xinyan stay healthy while her shield is down or under pressure.

Best Builds (Signature)

Freminet

Weapon

Skyward Pride

Artifacts

Pale Flame

Sands

ATK %

Goblet

Physical DMG

Circlet

CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

Energy Recharge to requirements > CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG > ATK %

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?

Freminet
Pull Freminet if…
  • As a dedicated budget Physical main carry
  • In teams using Hydro to enable Shatter combos
  • When you want a modern kit without split-scaling issues
Freminet Full Guide
Xinyan
Pull Xinyan if…
  • As a specialized support for another Physical carry
  • When you specifically need Pyro resonance and Physical shred
  • If you have her C2 and want to build a burst-only nuke
Xinyan Full Guide