Theorylytics

Keqing vs Sethos

The agile Electro sword-master vs. the high-frequency Charged Shot archer

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Keqing if…

  • If you want a fluid, fast-paced melee Aggravate carry
  • When fighting groups of enemies where her Burst shines
  • If you prefer a character with minimal energy management

Pick Sethos if…

  • For high-speed, intensive Electro application via charged shots
  • If you enjoy the unique 'piercing' mechanic of his shots
  • When you want a high-ceiling 4-star carry for Aggravate
Verdict

Keqing offers unparalleled smoothness and mobility for Aggravate teams. Sethos provides a more challenging but rewarding ranged alternative with incredible Electro application speed, though he is more energy-hungry.

At a Glance

Keqing
Stat
Sethos
Sword
Weapon
Bow
Quickswap / Melee
Playstyle
Charged Shot / Range
5-Star
Rarity
4-Star
High
Aggravate Ceiling
High
Very LowWinner
Energy Needs
High
ExcellentWinner
Inherent Mobility
Low
Very High
Reaction Speed
ExtremeWinner
LowWinner
Complexity
Moderate

Strengths & Weaknesses

Keqing

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

Sethos

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

Shared Team Members

With Keqing

Nahida is the premier Dendro enabler for Keqing, providing consistent off-field Dendro application through her Tri-Karma Purification. Her massive EM buff from Illusory Heart significantly increases Keqing's Aggravate damage, making her the core of Keqing's best team archetypes. The long duration of her skill perfectly matches Keqing's quickswap playstyle.

With Sethos

Nahida provides Sethos with the essential Dendro aura needed to trigger his frequent Aggravate reactions. Her Elemental Mastery share is particularly valuable for Sethos, as his damage scales significantly with EM through his passives. This allows Sethos to focus more on CRIT stats and Energy Recharge while Nahida handles the reaction base and application.

With Keqing

Fischl is Keqing's most important teammate, acting as a powerful battery and sub-DPS through Oz. Her A4 passive, Undone Be Thy Sinful Fate, triggers every time Keqing causes an Electro reaction, leading to a massive amount of extra Aggravate procs. This duo forms the core of the high-damage 'Keqing Aggravate' shell.

With Sethos

Fischl provides Sethos with much-needed Electro particles to maintain uptime on his Elemental Burst, which is his primary source of damage. Her off-field Electro application ensures that the Quicken aura is maintained and provides consistent damage even when Sethos is reloading or repositioning. The Electro resonance they share further eases the energy requirements for both units.

Best Builds (Signature)

Keqing

Weapon

Mistsplitter Reforged

Artifacts

Thundering Fury

Sands

ATK %

Goblet

Electro DMG

Circlet

CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK % > Elemental Mastery

Sethos

Weapon

Hunter's Path

Artifacts

Wanderer's Troupe

Sands

Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge

Goblet

Electro DMG

Circlet

CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > ER%

Who Should You Pull?

Keqing
Pull Keqing if…
  • If you want a fluid, fast-paced melee Aggravate carry
  • When fighting groups of enemies where her Burst shines
  • If you prefer a character with minimal energy management
Keqing Full Guide
Sethos
Pull Sethos if…
  • For high-speed, intensive Electro application via charged shots
  • If you enjoy the unique 'piercing' mechanic of his shots
  • When you want a high-ceiling 4-star carry for Aggravate
Sethos Full Guide