{"id":21617,"date":"2021-08-09T20:44:41","date_gmt":"2021-08-09T15:14:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/"},"modified":"2021-08-09T20:44:41","modified_gmt":"2021-08-09T15:14:41","slug":"melt-vaporize-and-more-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Melt, Vaporize, and more explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-adroot=\"\">\n<p><u>Winning in <\/u><em><u>Genshin Impact <\/u><\/em><u>is a science.<\/u>  Some of it comes down to luck and pulling strong characters via the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inverse.com\/gaming\/genshin-impact-gacha-wishes-banners-pity-system\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">gacha system<\/a>, but playing smart can make up for a lack of flashy five-stars. Knowing how Elemental Reactions work in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inverse.com\/gaming\/genshin-impact-version-20-release-date-trailer-inazuma-characters-banners\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Genshin Impact<\/em><\/a> can help you make the best choices when it comes to team composition and which party members to choose when facing a specific foe. But some reactions are more powerful than others. <\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s everything you need to know about Elemental Reactions in <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inverse.com\/gaming\/genshin-impact-inazuma-concept-art-exclusive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Genshin Impact<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Elemental_Reactions_are_available_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>What Elemental Reactions are available in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"sCC iGR CkP\">\n<figure class=\"xFp QMg EJM\">\n<div class=\"vxZ usF apK\" style=\"padding-top: 60.4706%;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/2c8f7333-b9fb-4de7-a4da-1d4e7acfaa64-screen-shot-2021-08-06-at-10453-pm.png?w=349&amp;h=211&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress 349w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/2c8f7333-b9fb-4de7-a4da-1d4e7acfaa64-screen-shot-2021-08-06-at-10453-pm.png?w=349&amp;h=211&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2 698w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/2c8f7333-b9fb-4de7-a4da-1d4e7acfaa64-screen-shot-2021-08-06-at-10453-pm.png?w=710&amp;h=429&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress 710w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/2c8f7333-b9fb-4de7-a4da-1d4e7acfaa64-screen-shot-2021-08-06-at-10453-pm.png?w=710&amp;h=429&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2 1420w\" sizes=\"(min-width:768px) 710px, 349px\" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/2c8f7333-b9fb-4de7-a4da-1d4e7acfaa64-screen-shot-2021-08-06-at-10453-pm.png?w=349&amp;h=211&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress\" alt=\"Genshin Impact Elemental Reactions Chart\" class=\"Eds\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>As you can see on the above chart, if you combine any two different elements, you\u2019ll usually make a distinct elemental reaction. The exceptions are Anemo and Geo, which will always produce Swirl or Crystalize respectively. You cannot combine Anemo with Geo in any capacity.<\/p>\n<p>Dendro can currently only be produced by enemies and the environment while roaming the world. You cannot currently create any Elemental Reactions with Dendro other than Burning. This will likely change once miHoYo adds a Dendro character to the roster.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Elemental_Reactions_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>What are the Elemental Reactions in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><u>Burning <\/u>(Dendro + Pyro) &#8211; You will deal Pyro damage over time.<\/li>\n<li><u>Crystallize<\/u> (Geo + Cryo\/Electro\/Hydro\/Pyro) &#8211; Can create a shield based on the attack used in conjunction with Geo.<\/li>\n<li><u>Electro-Charged<\/u> (Electro + Hydro) &#8211; You will deal Electro damage over time.<\/li>\n<li><u>Frozen<\/u> (Hydro + Cryo) &#8211; Paralyzes the affected character.<\/li>\n<li><u>Melt<\/u> (Cryo + Pyro) &#8211; If you deal damage with Cryo first then Pyro, your damage will be multiplied by two.<\/li>\n<li><u>Reverse Melt<\/u> (Pyro + Cyro) \u2013 If you prime the target with Pyro, then deal Cyro, your damage will be multiplied by 1.5.<\/li>\n<li><u>Overloaded <\/u>(Electro + Pyro) &#8211; A small explosion that deals damage to the target and those around them. <\/li>\n<li><u>Superconduct<\/u> (Electro + Cryo) &#8211; Deals AoE damage and decreases defense. <\/li>\n<li><u>Swirl<\/u> (Anemo + Cryo\/Pyro\/Electro\/Hydro) &#8211; Deals extra damage of that element over a wider area. The area of the effect depends on what Anemo attack you used to trigger it.<\/li>\n<li><u>Vaporize<\/u> (Hydro + Pyro) &#8211; If you attack with Pyro first then Hyrdo this multiplies damage by two. If you do Hydro then Pyro, the multiplier is only 1.5.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Elemental_Mastery_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>What is Elemental Mastery in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The character who performs the second attack will cause the Elemental Reaction. The damage will be determined by the triggering character\u2019s Elemental Mastery stat. For example, if you use the Elemental Burst of Venti to combine his Swirl effect with a lingering element, the reactions will scale off Venti\u2019s Elemental Mastery. The higher your Elemental Mastery, the more damage Venti\u2019s Swirl will deal.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sCC iGR CkP\">\n<figure class=\"xFp QMg EJM\">\n<div class=\"vxZ usF apK\" style=\"padding-top: 56.25%;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/e1920018-0ada-44fc-9ccf-b4614eb6143f-image-9.jpg?w=349&amp;h=196&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress 349w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/e1920018-0ada-44fc-9ccf-b4614eb6143f-image-9.jpg?w=349&amp;h=196&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2 698w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/e1920018-0ada-44fc-9ccf-b4614eb6143f-image-9.jpg?w=710&amp;h=399&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress 710w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/e1920018-0ada-44fc-9ccf-b4614eb6143f-image-9.jpg?w=710&amp;h=399&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2 1420w\" sizes=\"(min-width:768px) 710px, 349px\" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/6\/e1920018-0ada-44fc-9ccf-b4614eb6143f-image-9.jpg?w=349&amp;h=196&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress\" alt=\"Genshin Impact\" class=\"Eds\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"rRG TNI\">Two enemies with elements in their weapons.<cite class=\"hWs\">miHoYo<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_Elemental_Reactions_work_with_enemy_attacks_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>How do Elemental Reactions work with enemy attacks in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your character isn\u2019t the only one who can apply elements to enemies. They can also run into overworld elements. For example, if you and an enemy are fighting in shallow water, that foe will have a wet status effect from simply standing in the water. This will be considered the first effect. Whatever element you use to attack them will be considered the second effect. <\/p>\n<p>This same logic works if you encounter a character like an Abyss Herald who already has an active elemental effect, like a barrier. If they have a Hydro barrier, any elemental attack you make will be considered the second effect. If you use Cryo, they\u2019ll be frozen. If you attack with Electro, they\u2019ll be Electro-Charged<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_characters_can_enhance_Elemental_Reactions_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>What characters can enhance Elemental Reactions in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to get more bang for your buck, you can utilize specific characters like Fischl, Kazuha, Qiqi, Keqing, and Sucrose. Each has Talents or Constellations that will further improve the effectiveness of any Elemental Reaction triggered.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sCC iGR CkP\">\n<figure class=\"xFp QMg EJM\">\n<div class=\"vxZ usF apK\" style=\"padding-top: 56.3281%;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/9\/d296d0bf-9556-44fa-8582-ba32c7bfd718-genshin-impact-elegy-for-the-end.jpeg?w=349&amp;h=197&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress 349w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/9\/d296d0bf-9556-44fa-8582-ba32c7bfd718-genshin-impact-elegy-for-the-end.jpeg?w=349&amp;h=197&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2 698w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/9\/d296d0bf-9556-44fa-8582-ba32c7bfd718-genshin-impact-elegy-for-the-end.jpeg?w=710&amp;h=400&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress 710w, https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/9\/d296d0bf-9556-44fa-8582-ba32c7bfd718-genshin-impact-elegy-for-the-end.jpeg?w=710&amp;h=400&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=50&amp;dpr=2 1420w\" sizes=\"(min-width:768px) 710px, 349px\" src=\"https:\/\/imgix.bustle.com\/uploads\/image\/2021\/8\/9\/d296d0bf-9556-44fa-8582-ba32c7bfd718-genshin-impact-elegy-for-the-end.jpeg?w=349&amp;h=197&amp;fit=max&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress\" alt=\"Venti Elemental Burst Genshin Impact\" class=\"Eds\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"rRG TNI\">Venti in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>, using his Elemental Burst.<cite class=\"hWs\">miHoYo<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Elemental_Resonances_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>What are Elemental Resonances in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the interactive Elemental Reactions in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>, you can also experience Elemental Resonances. These are passive bonuses applied to characters in your party when it\u2019s full.  <\/p>\n<p>There are currently two types of Elemental Resonances \u2013 one that activates when you have two characters of the same element in your party, and one that activates when everyone in your party uses a different element. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_all_the_Elemental_Resonances_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>What are all the Elemental Resonances in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are currently five Elemental Resonances available: <\/p>\n<p><u>Enduring Rock<\/u> (Geo + Geo) \u2013 Increases shield strength by 15 percent. characters protected by a shield will have the following special characteristics: damage dealt increased by 15 percent, dealing damage to enemies will decrease their Geo resistance by 20 percent for 15 seconds.<\/p>\n<p><u>Fervent Flames<\/u> (Pyro + Pyro) \u2013 Affected by Cryo for 40 percent less time. Increases attack by 25 percent.<\/p>\n<p><u>Soothing Waters<\/u> (Hydro + Hydro) \u2013 Affected by Pyro for 40 percent less time. Increases incoming healing by 30 percent.<\/p>\n<p><u>Impetuous Winds<\/u> (Anemo + Anemo) \u2013 Decreases Stamina Consumption by 15 percent. Increases Movement SPD by 10 percent. Shortens Skill cooldown by five percent.<\/p>\n<p><u>High Voltage<\/u> (Electro + Electro) \u2013 Affected by Hydro for 40 percent less time. Superconduct, Overloaded, and Electro-Charged have a 100 percent chance to generate an Electro Elemental Particle. This has a five-second cooldown<\/p>\n<p><u>Shattering Ice<\/u> (Cryo + Cryo) \u2013 Affected by Electro for 40 percent less time. Increases critical rate against enemies that are Frozen or affected by Cryo by 15 percent.<\/p>\n<p><u>Protective Canopy<\/u> (Any four unique elements) \u2013 All Elemental and Physical damage resistance plus 15 percent.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_Elemental_Reactions_and_Resonances_affect_team_building_in_Genshin_Impact\"><\/span>How do Elemental Reactions and Resonances affect team building in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Try to build your team the best you can around Elemental Reactions that would put your team at an advantage. If you\u2019re relying on a singular DPS, you should try to bolster what they can do with Elemental Resonance. <\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no single best team for every situation, but a basic knowledge of how elements work in the game should be in your back pocket any time you enter the fray in <em>Genshin Impact<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#What_Elemental_Reactions_are_available_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"What Elemental Reactions are available in Genshin Impact? \">What Elemental Reactions are available in Genshin Impact? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#What_are_the_Elemental_Reactions_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"What are the Elemental Reactions in Genshin Impact?\">What are the Elemental Reactions in Genshin Impact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#What_is_Elemental_Mastery_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"What is Elemental Mastery in Genshin Impact?\">What is Elemental Mastery in Genshin Impact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#How_do_Elemental_Reactions_work_with_enemy_attacks_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"How do Elemental Reactions work with enemy attacks in Genshin Impact? \">How do Elemental Reactions work with enemy attacks in Genshin Impact? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#What_characters_can_enhance_Elemental_Reactions_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"What characters can enhance Elemental Reactions in Genshin Impact?\">What characters can enhance Elemental Reactions in Genshin Impact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#What_are_Elemental_Resonances_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"What are Elemental Resonances in Genshin Impact?\">What are Elemental Resonances in Genshin Impact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#What_are_all_the_Elemental_Resonances_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"What are all the Elemental Resonances in Genshin Impact?\">What are all the Elemental Resonances in Genshin Impact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/#How_do_Elemental_Reactions_and_Resonances_affect_team_building_in_Genshin_Impact\" title=\"How do Elemental Reactions and Resonances affect team building in Genshin Impact?\">How do Elemental Reactions and Resonances affect team building in Genshin Impact?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winning in Genshin Impact is a science. Some of it comes down to luck and pulling strong characters via the gacha system, but playing smart &#8230; <a title=\"Melt, Vaporize, and more explained\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/melt-vaporize-and-more-explained\/\" aria-label=\"More on Melt, Vaporize, and more explained\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":21618,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21617"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/35"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21617"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21617\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/21618"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21617"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21617"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/districtchronicles.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21617"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}