Theorylytics

Qingyi vs Lycaon

Qingyi vs Lycaon — two Stun agents competing for the same roster slot.

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Qingyi if…

  • You need a Electric Stun agent and Qingyi's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Stun gameplay over Lycaon's Stun identity.
  • Qingyi is currently the premier Stun character in the game, providing unparalleled Daze accumulation through her unique Flash Connect mechanic.

Pick Lycaon if…

  • You need a Ice Stun agent and Lycaon's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Stun gameplay over Qingyi's Stun identity.
  • Lycaon is the premier Ice-type Stun character, essential for maximizing enemy Daze windows in high-end compositions.
Verdict

Qingyi and Lycaon are both Stun investments that answer different account needs. Qingyi (Electric, Stun) shines when Qingyi is currently the premier Stun character in the game, providing unparalleled Daze accumulation through her unique Flash Connect mechanic. Lycaon (Ice, Stun) is the better commit when Lycaon is the premier Ice-type Stun character, essential for maximizing enemy Daze windows in high-end compositions. Compare signature builds, team requirements, and your existing supports before pulling either.

At a Glance

Qingyi
Stat
Lycaon
Electric
Attribute
Ice
Stun
Specialty
Stun
S-Rank
Rank
S-Rank
Stun
Primary role
Stun
Daze / Stun
Damage type
Daze / Stun
CRIT RATE
Scaling focus
CRIT Rate
Stun + Electric
Playstyle clarity
Ice + Stun
Strong
Self-sustain
Strong
Moderate
Team flexibility
Moderate
Lucia / Astra Yao
Best support shell
Soukaku / Lucia / Lighter
Steam Oven — A-rank · Accessible
F2P W-Engine path
Precious Fossilized Core — A-rank · Accessible
Excellent
M0 viability
Excellent

Strengths & Weaknesses

Qingyi

Strengths
  • Highest current Daze output
  • Strong team-wide damage amplification
  • Excellent invulnerability windows during combos
Weaknesses
  • Flash Connect management requires rhythm
  • Optimal damage restricted to stun window
  • Subjugation stacks reset upon stun recovery

Lycaon

Strengths
  • High Daze output via charged skills
  • Significant invulnerability frames during EX Special and Chain Attacks
  • Strong synergy with Ice-based team members
Weaknesses
  • Requires proper energy management for optimal performance
  • Charged attack playstyle can be interrupted if not timed correctly
  • Performance is heavily dependent on specific W-Engine stats

Shared Team Members

With Qingyi

Buffs and enables Qingyi with low field time and strong team utility.

With Lycaon

Buffs and enables Lycaon with low field time and strong team utility.

Best Builds (Signature)

Qingyi

W-Engine

Ice-Jade Teapot

Disk Set

King of the Summit

Disk 4

CRIT Rate% >= CRIT DMG%

Disk 5

Electric DMG% > ATK%

Disk 6

Impact

Substats

CRIT RATE > CRIT DMG > ATK% > PEN = ATK

Lycaon

W-Engine

Blazing Laurel

Disk Set

King of the Summit

Disk 4

CRIT Rate% >= CRIT DMG%

Disk 5

Ice DMG% > ATK%

Disk 6

Impact

Substats

CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%

Who Should You Pull?

Qingyi
Pull Qingyi if…
  • You need a Electric Stun agent and Qingyi's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Stun gameplay over Lycaon's Stun identity.
  • Qingyi is currently the premier Stun character in the game, providing unparalleled Daze accumulation through her unique Flash Connect mechanic.
  • Her ability to significantly amplify team damage via the Subjugation debuff makes her an essential pull for any player looking to optimize their high-end combat performance.
  • Qingyi is a stronger general pull priority (YES) for your roster.
Qingyi Full Guide
Lycaon
Pull Lycaon if…
  • You need a Ice Stun agent and Lycaon's kit matches your account gap.
  • You prefer Stun gameplay over Qingyi's Stun identity.
  • Lycaon is the premier Ice-type Stun character, essential for maximizing enemy Daze windows in high-end compositions.
  • His ability to consistently apply massive Stun makes him a cornerstone for any competitive team focusing on Ice synergies.
  • Lycaon is a stronger general pull priority (YES) for your roster.
Lycaon Full Guide