Theorylytics

Kokomi vs Furina

The ultimate comfort healer vs. the high-stakes damage buffer

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Kokomi if…

  • When you need maximum safety and cannot afford to die
  • For Freeze teams (like Ayaka) where consistent AoE Hydro is key
  • If you want a healer who can also drive the team as a Main DPS

Pick Furina if…

  • When you want to massively increase your team's total damage
  • If you have a separate team-wide healer to stack her Fanfare
  • For literally any team that can benefit from a huge DMG % buff
Verdict

Kokomi is the queen of comfort and reliable application. Furina is a transformative meta unit that offers significantly higher damage and buffs at the cost of managing your team's HP more carefully.

At a Glance

Kokomi
Stat
Furina
Catalyst
Weapon
Sword
Elite (Passive/Burst)Winner
Healing
Excellent (Off-field)
Low (TTDS)
Damage Buffing
Highest in GameWinner
Moderate
Personal DMG
Very HighWinner
Wide AoE (Static)
Hydro Application
Targeted (Mobile)
IndestructibleWinner
Survival
Dangerous (HP Drain)
Moderate
Role Flexibility
ExtremeWinner
Very HighWinner
F2P Friendly
Moderate

Strengths & Weaknesses

Kokomi

Strengths
  • Excellent healing, especially in on-field playstyles
  • Good Hydro application both on- and off-field
  • Varied playstyles and flexible team building
Weaknesses
  • Enemies can move away from Kokomi’s jellyfish, reducing her off-field Hydro application and particle generation to zero
  • Comparatively lower personal output compared to most on-field damage dealers
  • Relatively low DPS gains with vertical investment

Furina

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

Shared Team Members

With Kokomi

Kokomi provides Neuvillette with Hydro Resonance, increasing his Max HP and thus his damage output, while also serving as a powerful off-field healer. Her Bake-Kurage provides a consistent source of Hydro particles to help fund Neuvillette's burst, and she can hold Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers to buff his next character switch if needed. Together, they create a very resilient and high-damage Hydro-focused core.

With Furina

Furina is a top-tier partner for Neuvillette, as her Fanfare mechanic is easily stacked by Neuvillette's frequent self-HP fluctuations. She provides a massive team-wide DMG buff and consistent off-field Hydro damage, while Hydro Resonance boosts the Max HP of both characters. This synergy allows Neuvillette to reach his maximum damage potential while Furina's summons provide significant auxiliary DPS.

With Kokomi

Kazuha provides Kokomi with a significant Hydro DMG bonus and 40% Hydro RES shred through Viridescent Venerer. His grouping ability is excellent for pulling enemies into the range of Kokomi's Bake-Kurage, ensuring they are consistently hit and affected by Hydro. This synergy is particularly effective in Taser or Freeze teams where Kokomi acts as the primary healer and Hydro applier.

With Furina

Kazuha is a massive force multiplier for Furina, providing a large Hydro DMG bonus and Hydro RES shred that significantly increases the damage of her Salon members. His grouping ensures that her summons hit as many enemies as possible, while his personal damage also benefits from the team-wide DMG buffs Furina provides. He is an essential component for maximizing Furina's personal and team contributions.

Best Builds (Signature)

Kokomi

Weapon

Everlasting Moonglow

Artifacts

Ocean-Hued Clam

Sands

HP%

Goblet

Hydro DMG% or HP%

Circlet

Healing Bonus

Substats

HP% > ER% (140–160%) > HP flat

Furina

Weapon

Splendor of Tranquil Waters

Artifacts

Golden Troupe

Sands

ATK%

Goblet

DMG%

Circlet

CRIT Rate

Substats

CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > ER%

Who Should You Pull?

Kokomi
Pull Kokomi if…
  • When you need maximum safety and cannot afford to die
  • For Freeze teams (like Ayaka) where consistent AoE Hydro is key
  • If you want a healer who can also drive the team as a Main DPS
Kokomi Full Guide
Furina
Pull Furina if…
  • When you want to massively increase your team's total damage
  • If you have a separate team-wide healer to stack her Fanfare
  • For literally any team that can benefit from a huge DMG % buff
Furina Full Guide