Lyney vs Gaming
The elegant Mono-Pyro sniper vs. the high-impact plunging carry
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Lyney if…
- When playing a dedicated Mono-Pyro team for maximum efficiency
- If you prefer a high-precision, tactical sniper playstyle
- For boss fights where single-target DPS is the only priority
Pick Gaming if…
- If you have Xianyun to enable his powerful plunge mechanics
- When you need better AoE coverage for clearing waves
- If you want a more mobile and active melee experience
Lyney is the superior choice for raw single-target power within Mono-Pyro. Gaming is more versatile for AoE and has a surprisingly high ceiling when paired with modern plunge-enabling supports.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Lyney
- Able to taunt enemies with the Grin-Malkin Hat from his Elemental Skill.
- Grin-Malkin Hat can easily be refreshed using both Lyney's Charged Attacks and Elemental Burst.
- Powerful Pyro DMG with a unique Pyro-focused kit.
- Can be easily staggered while aiming, so shields or Interruption RES are important.
- While Lyney's kit is designed around Mono-Pyro gameplay, many teams now favor stronger reaction-based setups instead.
Gaming
- Strong Pyro damage
- Versatile team options
- Requires investment
- Best teams use limited 5-stars
Shared Team Members
With Lyney
Bennett is an absolute necessity for Lyney, as Lyney's damage scales heavily with ATK and he requires at least two other Pyro teammates to maximize his 'Conspicuous Silhouette' passive. Bennett provides the massive ATK buff Lyney needs, enables Pyro Resonance, and offers the healing necessary to keep Lyney healthy while he consumes his own HP for Grin-Malkin Hats. This pairing is the core of Lyney's best teams.
With Gaming
Bennett is essential for Gaming, providing the massive ATK buff and Pyro resonance required for his high-impact plunging attacks. Gaming's HP-draining mechanics are easily managed by Bennett's rapid healing, ensuring he stays healthy throughout his burst duration. Together, they form a powerful Pyro duo that can easily carry high-level content.
With Lyney
Kazuha provides Lyney with a massive Pyro DMG bonus and 40% Pyro RES shred through Viridescent Venerer, both of which are critical for Lyney's pure Pyro damage. His grouping ability is excellent for pulling enemies together so that Lyney's Grin-Malkin Hat explosions and burst hit as many targets as possible. This synergy significantly increases Lyney's AoE effectiveness and overall damage output.
With Gaming
Kazuha's grouping is vital for Gaming, as it keeps enemies clustered for his powerful plunging attacks to hit multiple targets simultaneously. He provides the standard Pyro DMG buffs and resistance shred that significantly increase Gaming's personal damage. This synergy allows Gaming to function as a highly effective AoE damage dealer within Pyro-focused teams.
Best Builds (Signature)
Weapon
The First Great Magic
Artifacts
Marechaussee Hunter
Sands
ATK %
Goblet
Pyro DMG
Circlet
CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG > ATK % > Energy Recharge
Weapon
Fruitful Hook
Artifacts
Crimson Witch of Flames
Sands
Elemental Mastery > ATK %
Goblet
Pyro DMG
Circlet
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
Energy Recharge to requirements > CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG > Elemental Mastery > ATK %
Who Should You Pull?
- When playing a dedicated Mono-Pyro team for maximum efficiency
- If you prefer a high-precision, tactical sniper playstyle
- For boss fights where single-target DPS is the only priority
- If you have Xianyun to enable his powerful plunge mechanics
- When you need better AoE coverage for clearing waves
- If you want a more mobile and active melee experience