If you're diving into the Lantern Rite event in *Genshin Impact*, whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned player, choosing the right four-star character can make a big difference in your gameplay. Let's explore the best options for this event, keeping in mind both new players and those looking to enhance their constellations.
Which Four-Star To Choose in Lantern Rite Genshin Impact
First and foremost, if there's a character you're particularly fond of and don't have, or if you're looking to upgrade a favorite's constellations, that's your best pick. But if you're open to suggestions, let's dive in.
The standout choice for many this time around is the newly introduced four-star character, Lan Yan. As an Anemo shielder, Lan Yan not only boosts survivability in teams that prefer shields over healing—like those with Hu Tao or Arlecchino—but also enhances damage with the Viridescent Venerer artifact set. Most players won't have her yet, making her an exciting addition to any roster. If you're aiming for Arlecchino or Clorinde in these banners, you might also snag a Lan Yan or two. Her second constellation allows her shield to regenerate with normal attacks, significantly increasing her utility.
Next up, consider Xingqiu, Xiangling, and Yaoyao. Yaoyao stands out as a formidable Dendro healer, capable of maintaining your team's health. Her skill heals the active party member while damaging foes, and her burst lets you heal the entire team while controlling her directly. She's ideal for bloom, hyperbloom, aggravate, spread, or burning teams, and she's highly effective even at constellation zero.
Xingqiu and Xiangling are classic choices and among the best four-star units in *Genshin Impact*. Xingqiu excels as a sub-DPS, delivering solid Hydro damage and enabling freeze and vape team compositions. He offers damage reduction and minor healing, making him versatile and powerful, especially at his final constellation.
Xiangling, another sub-DPS, unleashes Pyro damage with her ultimate, the pyronado, which is great for reactions. You receive Xiangling after clearing Spiral Abyss floor 5, and her constellations significantly boost her effectiveness. Aim for constellation four to extend her burst duration by 40%, transforming her into a near-unstoppable force.
If you already possess these characters, consider which of the available four-star characters you need constellations for and select accordingly. This ensures you make the most of the Lantern Rite event's free character offer.
*Genshin Impact is available to play now.*
