Zhongli in Genshin Impact: Best Builds for Artifacts and Weapons, Talents, Abilities, Constellations, Tactics, Pros and Cons

Zhongli is one of the best Geo characters in Genshin Impact. In this guide, we'll cover everything about this hero: which teams he fits into, how to properly level him up, as well as highlight his strengths and weaknesses.

Zhongli can be obtained through the Mountains and Markets prayer. It was added in update 3.0, but developers may release it at any time. Stay tuned for news!

Zhongli is a consultant at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. He impresses with his elegant manners and pleasant appearance, and during conversations, it becomes apparent that the man possesses truly outstanding intellect. Zhongli knows the traditions of Liyue better than any scholar. Plus, he often attends performances and keeps songbirds. However, Zhongli usually has no money, and friends and acquaintances often pay for him. They have gotten used to this and do not ask unnecessary questions.

Zhongli is a Geo character who relies on polearms in combat. When his attacks are combined with other elements (Pyro, Cryo, Electro, and Hydro), a Crystallize effect occurs. This effect generates crystals on the battlefield which, in turn, activate shields and increase resistance to the corresponding element. Zhongli can be used both as a main DPS character and as a support character.

A new constellation unlocks when you obtain Fate for Zhongli by acquiring the character again during wishes. We have described all the constellation bonuses for the character below:

When your character reaches level 20, their progress will halt. To further develop the character, you need to undergo the Ascension process. The following resources will be required:

Lapis Cores can be found in Liyue. Refer to our map for guidance.

Prithiva Topaz Shards, Fragments, and Chunks, as well as their precious versions, can be obtained as rewards for defeating the Wolf of the North and the Geo Hypostasis. The location of the latter boss is indicated on the map.

Additionally, a fragment is made from 3 shards, a chunk is made from 3 fragments, and a precious Prithiva Topaz is made from 3 chunks.

Basalt Pillar can also be obtained by defeating the Geo Hypostasis. Its location is indicated on the map above.

Slime Condensate, Slime Secretions, and Slime Concentrates drop from these creatures. They can be found all over Teyvat.

Slime Secretions can be made from 3 units of Slime Condensate, and Slime Concentrate can be made from 3 Slime Secretions.

To level up the hero's talents, you will need the following resources:

Where to find Slime Condensate, Slime Secretions, and Slime Concentrates has been described in the previous section.

Teachings of Gold, Guide to Gold, and Philosophies of Gold can be obtained in the Taishan Mansion domain. Additionally, Guide to Gold can be crafted from 3 Teachings, and Philosophies from 3 Guides.

Tusk of Monoceros Caeli is found in the Golden House. Its location is indicated on the map.

Crown of Insight can be obtained by completing time-limited events and as a reward for reaching level 11 in the Frostbearing Tree.

Weapon

Crescent Pike. This four-star polearm is suitable for those who use Zhongli as their main damage dealer. It has a base attack of 44-565 and a physical damage bonus of 7.5-34.5%. Additionally, for 5 seconds after picking up an elemental orb or particle, normal and charged attacks deal 20-40% increased damage. This weapon pairs well with artifacts from the Bloodstained Chivalry and Gladiator's Finale sets.

To craft the Crescent Pike, you will need:

Crystal Chunks can be found in the open world of the game. Refer to our map for guidance.

The location of White Iron Chunks is indicated on the map.

The Northlander Polearm Prototype can be purchased in the Liyue Souvenir Shop, obtained during the initial floors of the Spiral Abyss, as a reward for reaching level 8 of the Frostbearing Tree, and level 24 of the Sacred Sakura.

Staff of Homa. An alternative option to increase Zhongli's attack and health. This polearm has a base attack of 46-608 and a critical damage of 14.4-66.2%. Additionally, the hero's health will increase by 20-40%, and the attack will increase by 0.8-1.6% of the character's maximum HP. If health drops below 50%, the damage dealt by Zhongli will increase by an additional 1-1.8%. This weapon can be obtained through the Invocation of the Divine prayer.

Favonius Lance. This four-star polearm is an optimal choice for those using Zhongli as a support character. Its base attack is 44-565, and it has an energy recharge bonus of 6.7-30.6%. Critical hits have a 60-100% chance to generate an elemental orb, which regenerates 6 energy for the character. This effect can occur once every 12-6 seconds. This weapon can be obtained through wishes.

Artifacts

Bloodstained Chivalry. A great choice for Zhongli if he serves as the main DPS character in your team. Two pieces from this set increase physical damage by 25%. Four pieces should be collected by those who rely on charged attacks. They increase its damage by 50% after defeating an enemy and allow not to spend stamina on it for 10 seconds. These artifacts can be obtained in the Clear Pool and Mountain Cavern domain. Its location is indicated on the map.

Gladiator's Finale. If you do not use Zhongli's charged attacks, this set of artifacts might be worth considering. Two pieces increase attack by 18%, and four pieces increase the damage of normal attacks by 35%. It's optimal to limit yourself to two pieces and take another two from Bloodstained Chivalry. Items from the Gladiator's Finale set can be obtained by defeating the Stormterror, Wolf of the North, Ancient Geovishap, Oceanid, Pyro Regisvine, Childe, as well as Geo, Anemo, and Electro Hypostases.

Noblesse Oblige. The optimal choice for those who use Zhongli as a support character. Two pieces from this set increase elemental burst damage by 20%. If you have four artifacts, the call of the comet increases the attack power by 20% for all allies in the team. The effect lasts for 12 seconds and does not stack from repeated use of elemental burst. This set can be obtained in the Clear Pool and Mountain Cavern domain.

Tenacity of the Millelith. Another good option for Zhongli as a support character. Two pieces from this set increase maximum health by 20%. If you collect four items from this set, when hitting enemies with an elemental skill, the attack of all nearby allies increases by 20%, and their shield strength by 30%. The effect lasts for 3 seconds and occurs even if Zhongli is not on the field. Artifacts from this set can be found in the Mountain Shaper domain.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Teams with Zhongli as the Main DPS

If you've chosen Zhongli as your main DPS character, use his elemental burst and skill. Then, it's advisable to enhance his abilities with a support hero's skills. After that, switch back to Zhongli and hit enemies with charged attacks. Heal as needed.

If your team includes a second character capable of summoning a Geo construct, you can achieve Geo resonance, which deals massive damage to enemies. For this, two Geo constructs must be present on the battlefield.

Team with three Geo characters:

In this team, Gorou's elemental skill provides a bonus to elemental damage specifically with three Geo characters. If you don't have him, use a Pyro or Cryo character.

Team with a Cryo character:

Team with a Pyro character:

Teams with Zhongli as a support hero

In this case, your task is to apply the Jade Shield to the main DPS character and summon the meteor. Then switch to the main hero. If necessary, enhance their attacks and heal in time.

Team focusing on Anemo damage:

Team focused on Cryo damage:

Team focused on Pyro damage: