Theorylytics
Yelan

hydro · Bow

Yelan

Sub-DPS

VS
Furina

hydro · Sword

Furina

Support

Yelan vs Furina

The high-velocity scout vs. the celestial performer

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Yelan if…

  • In Vaporize teams (Hu Tao/Yoimiya) that need fast, reliable Hydro
  • For overworld travel where her skill's speed is unmatched
  • When you want a sub-DPS who doesn't require a dedicated healer

Pick Furina if…

  • In teams with a group-healer (Jean/Baizhu) to maximize her buff
  • When you need off-field damage that can hit multiple targets
  • To enable the 'Golden Troupe' playstyle on multiple team members
Verdict

Furina offers a higher team-wide damage ceiling and more utility, but Yelan remains the queen of single-target speed and exploration. They are best used together in a 'Double Hydro' core that trivializes most content.

At a Glance

Yelan
Stat
Furina
Fast / TargetedWinner
Hydro App
Moderate / Auto
Ramping DMG %
Buff Type
Team-wide DMG %Winner
Single Target
Off-field DMG
AoE / TrackingWinner
Fast Sprinting
Exploration
Water Walking
None
Defensive Utility
Healing (Form swap)Winner
Bow (Aqua)
Weapon
Sword (Splendor)
NoneWinner
Self-Sustain
Requires Healer
Easy (HP/ER)
Ease of Build
Moderate (Golden Troupe)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Yelan

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

Furina

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

Shared Team Members

XingqiuXingqiu

With Yelan

Xingqiu provides the 'Double Hydro' resonance and massive Hydro particle generation needed to keep Yelan's Burst active. His orbital swords offer interruption resistance and damage reduction, which helps Yelan stay on field longer if needed.

With Furina

Xingqiu provides the additional Hydro application and energy particles Furina needs to maintain her high-damage summons. Their combined presence ensures a constant Hydro aura for reactions and maximizes the benefits of Hydro Resonance for both.

KazuhaKazuha

With Yelan

Kazuha can Swirl Hydro to provide a 40% RES shred via Viridescent Venerer and a massive Hydro DMG bonus for Yelan's attacks. His grouping also helps Yelan's Lifeline skill hit more targets, generating more energy for the team.

With Furina

Kazuha is essential for Furina teams to shred enemy Hydro RES and provide a significant elemental damage buff. His crowd control helps group enemies into the area of effect for Furina's Salon Solitaire summons, ensuring efficient damage distribution.

Best Builds (Signature)

Yelan

Weapon

Aqua Simulacra

Artifacts

Emblem of Severed Fate

Sands

Energy Recharge or HP %

Goblet

Hydro DMG or HP %

Circlet

CRIT Rate / DMG

Substats

CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > ER%

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?

Yelan
Pull Yelan if…
  • In Vaporize teams (Hu Tao/Yoimiya) that need fast, reliable Hydro
  • For overworld travel where her skill's speed is unmatched
  • When you want a sub-DPS who doesn't require a dedicated healer
Yelan Full Guide
Furina
Pull Furina if…
  • In teams with a group-healer (Jean/Baizhu) to maximize her buff
  • When you need off-field damage that can hit multiple targets
  • To enable the 'Golden Troupe' playstyle on multiple team members
Furina Full Guide