The Pyro Archon of Natlan, Mavuika, rides into Genshin Impact 5.3 as a 5-star Claymore wielder who can dominate the battlefield with blazing AoE and nuking potential. Her dual-role flexibility as a Main DPS or Sub-DPS, combined with her signature motorcycle and energy-free Burst, makes her one of the most dynamic units ever introduced. Here’s a deep-dive guide to Mavuika’s builds, teams, weapons, and playstyle.
Character Overview
- Element: Pyro
- Weapon: Claymore
- Role: Main DPS / Sub-DPS
- Mechanic: Uses “Fighting Spirit” instead of Energy Recharge
- Release Version: 5.3
- Constellation: Sol Invictus
Mavuika’s kit features an alternate energy system called Fighting Spirit, gained through allies’ actions. Her Elemental Burst is a nuke followed by enhanced Pyro attacks while riding her Flamestrider, providing massive field presence.
Best Builds for Mavuika
Let’s break down how to gear Mavuika for maximum performance depending on whether she’s your primary damage dealer or supporting from off-field.
Main DPS (On-Field)
Artifact Set:
Choose one of these sets to boost her Pyro potential during on-field time.
- 4pc Obsidian Codex (Best-in-slot)
- Alternatives: 4pc Marechaussee Hunter (with Furina), 2pc Pyro + 2pc ATK
Main Stats: Use standard DPS stat priorities here.
- Sands: ATK% or EM (for Melt/Vape comps)
- Goblet: Pyro DMG Bonus
- Circlet: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG (to balance 1:2 ratio)
Substats Priority:
Aim for high CRIT consistency and offensive power.
CRIT > ATK% > EM > Flat ATK
Talent Priority: Level these talents in order to unleash her strongest damage window.
- Elemental Burst
- Elemental Skill
- Ignore Normal Attack
Sub-DPS (Off-Field)
Even in a supporting role, Mavuika can deal solid damage and buff allies.
Artifact Set:
- 4pc Scroll of the Hero of Cinder City (Team buffer + personal DMG)
- Alternative: 4pc Obsidian Codex (if another unit uses Scroll)
Playstyle: Tap Skill summons a Pyro Ring for AoE Pyro application. Use Burst for big damage and A4 buff.
Best Weapons
Choosing the right weapon is critical to match your playstyle—focus on CRIT stats and synergy with her Burst mechanics.
Top 5-Star Options:
- A Thousand Blazing Suns — Best-in-slot with CRIT + ATK + Burst synergy
- Beacon of the Reed Sea — CRIT Rate + Off-field buffing
- Redhorn Stonethresher — High CRIT DMG
4-Star / F2P Options:
Budget-friendly options that still pack a punch.
- Serpent Spine (BP) — High CRIT Rate, risk-reward passive
- Mailed Flower — EM-based, good for Melt/Vape
- Tidal Shadow / Earth Shaker — ATK-based, free options
Avoid Energy Recharge weapons — Mavuika doesn’t need ER due to her unique system.
Best Team Compositions
Here’s how to build around Mavuika whether she’s the main star or providing powerful Pyro support.
On-Field Melt Team:
Ideal for maximizing damage with Cryo reactions.
- Mavuika (Main DPS)
- Citlali (Cryo / Buffs / Shield)
- Xilonen or Kazuha (Support + Scroll holder)
- Bennett (ATK buff + healing)
On-Field Vaporize Team:
Use Hydro supports for Vaporize reactions.
- Mavuika
- Furina / Yelan (Hydro application)
- Xilonen (Support)
- Bennett
Overloaded / Mono-Pyro Team:
Go for raw Pyro output with Electro support.
- Mavuika
- Chevreuse (Electro support)
- Ororon (Natlan synergy)
- Bennett
Burning / Double Geo / Rainbow Team:
Non-standard but highly effective elemental setups.
- Kinich / Emilie / Navia (Main DPS)
- Mavuika (Sub-DPS)
- Xilonen (Geo / Scroll support)
- Flex Buffer / Healer
Sub-DPS Setup:
Plug her into off-field roles for reliable Pyro application.
- Main DPS (Navia, Kinich, etc.)
- Mavuika (Scroll set holder)
- Xilonen (Geo/Scroll support)
- Healer or Buffer
Note: At least one Natlan character is essential to generate Nightsoul points for charging Fighting Spirit. Xilonen and Citlali are the best enablers.
Talents and Abilities
Here’s how her kit works and the mechanics that define her gameplay.
Elemental Skill (The Named Moment):
Choose between Tap for support or Hold to ride Flamestrider for full DPS mode.
- Tap: Pyro Ring for off-field AoE damage (Nightsoul-aligned Pyro)
- Hold: Ride Flamestrider for Pyro-infused Normal/Charged attacks and terrain traversal
Elemental Burst (Hour of Burning Skies):
A powerful nuke that fuels her Crucible state for huge follow-up damage.
- Costs 50–100+ Fighting Spirit (not Energy)
- Massive AoE nuke + activates Crucible of Death and Life
- Converts all attacks into boosted Pyro, with full interruption resistance
Fighting Spirit Mechanics:
Understand how to build and manage the resource that powers her Burst.
- Gained when party members consume Nightsoul points or land Normal Attacks
- 1.5 Spirit gained per Normal Attack (max 200)
- Burst is stronger the more Spirit you consume
Passives: Support and traversal bonuses that round out her kit.
- Gift of Flaming Flowers: +30% ATK for 10s when ally triggers a Nightsoul Burst
- Kiongozi: Post-Burst, team gets up to 40% DMG Bonus for 20s based on Spirit used
- Night Realm’s Gift: Automatically gains Nightsoul points when terrain traversal triggers
- Utility Passive: Reduces Nightsoul Transmission cooldown for the whole party by 20%
Constellation Highlights
Invest in her constellations to dramatically increase her effectiveness across both roles.
- C1: +25% Fighting Spirit gain, +40% ATK boost
- C2: DEF shred (20%) with Ring; Burst/Skill ATK scaling boost (60–120%)
- C3: +3 Burst levels
- C4: Kiongozi buff no longer decays, adds +10% DMG
- C5: +3 Skill levels
- C6: Extra AoE Pyro explosions during Flamestrider & Ring; restores 80 Nightsoul points when not in combat
C2 is highly impactful for both Off-field utility and On-field DMG ceiling. C6 is game-breaking.
Combos & Rotations
Here are some sample move sequences to make the most of her Burst uptime.
Melt Combo:
Use this to optimize Cryo-triggered damage with high-speed dashes.
- Q > C3F > Dash > C3F (timed with Cryo application from Citlali or Rosaria)
Simplified Vape Combo:
Best for Hydro reactions with less mechanical complexity.
- Q > Jump > C8 or C4 > Jump > C4 (lets Hydro apply first)
Rotation Tips:
Optimize her uptime and team support synergy.
- Open with Tap Skill > Run support rotations (Citlali/Bennett) > Burst at full Spirit > Ride and spam Charged Attacks
Off-Field Sub-DPS Use: Keep it simple when she’s not the star.
- E > Q (when needed) > swap out
Exploration Utility
Take advantage of her traversal-focused mechanics to explore Natlan like no other character.
- Mavuika’s Flamestrider lets her ride over water, mountains, and fly short distances
- Nightsoul Transmission gives instant remount and restores 50–80 Nightsoul points (every 10–15s)
- Perfect for overworld mobility in Natlan, matching or exceeding other Archons
Final Thoughts
Mavuika is not just a fiery spectacle; she’s a new standard for Pyro carries. Her unique energy mechanics, mobility, and nuking capability make her a top-tier pick for players willing to invest in synergies. Whether blazing through Melt comps or shredding enemies with Scroll buffs, Mavuika delivers style and substance in equal measure.
She outshines older Pyro DPS like Xiangling and rivals Arlecchino in raw potential, though she’s more dependent on Natlan units and team setup.
Prepare your teams, master her Burst timing, and let the Night-Igniting Flame reign supreme!
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