Best Off-field Sub-DPS in Genshin 2026 — How to Choose
Off-field sub-DPS are the cast-and-switch damage core that defines a team's floor. The six we cover: Yelan/Xingqiu (Hydro), Xiangling (Pyro), Fischl (Electro), Yae Miko (Electro), Albedo (Geo).
The List
Hydro Yelan
Best weapon: Aqua Simulacra
Hydro Xingqiu
Best weapon: Sacrificial Sword
Pyro Xiangling
Best weapon: The Catch
Electro Fischl
Best weapon: The Stringless
Electro Yae Miko
Best weapon: Kagura's Verity
Geo Albedo
Best weapon: Cinnabar Spindle
How to Choose / Team Up
Quick Answers
Which off-field sub-DPS are must-builds?
Xiangling and Xingqiu top the list — one off-field Pyro, one off-field Hydro, essential to almost every National/Vaporize team, and easy to get. Yelan and Fischl are advanced upgrades.
Do sub-DPS need levels and talents?
Yes. Level them to survive (80+ ascended), take the key off-field skill to 8-9, and build ER plus the right CRIT/ATK. Only with enough Energy Recharge do they cast reliably.
Can an off-field sub-DPS be a main DPS?
Usually no — they're built to supplement, not carry. But Fischl/Yae in Aggravate or a low-investment Xiangling can guest-star; still build a proper main DPS separately.