Best F2P Characters in Genshin 2026 — Low Cost, High Return
A must-build list for free-to-play / low-spend players: cheap to obtain (story/shop/events/standard) yet cores of their systems, performing on par with limited units. Prioritize these over blindly chasing limited banners.
The List
Pyro Xiangling
Best weapon: The Catch
Pyro Bennett
Best weapon: Aquila Favonia
Hydro Xingqiu
Best weapon: Sacrificial Sword
Electro Fischl
Best weapon: The Stringless
Anemo Kazuha
Best weapon: Freedom-Sworn
How to Choose / Team Up
Quick Answers
Who should F2P build first?
The three gods Xiangling, Bennett, Xingqiu first — from fishing/Liyue story/shop, they form Raiden National or Vaporize teams. Fischl is a free off-field Electro, Kaeya bridges early.
Do these need wishes?
Mostly no. Xiangling (fishing), Xingqiu (Liyue story + shop), Bennett (standard/starter), Fischl (standard) are all free; Kazuha is limited but ultra-versatile — pull when he reruns.
Can F2P clear the Abyss?
Yes. Raiden National and Freeze (Ganyu/Ayaka + Xingqiu + Kazuha + Diona) are F2P-friendly and can full-clear with investment. Pour resources into those cores.