Ningguang Rating and Best Builds

Ningguang is a 4-Star Geo Catalyst character in Genshin Impact. Check out Ningguang's build, ascension materials, best weapons, best artifacts, talent priority, skills, teams, and our rating of the character in this build guide!

Ningguang Rating and Info

Character Information

Ningguang
Rating
Rarity	★★★★
Element	Geo
Weapon	Catalyst
Voice Actors	EN Voice Actor: Erin Ebers JP Voice Actor: Ohara Sayaka

Tier List Rankings

Main DPS	Sub-DPS	Support	Exploration
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Ningguang's Stats

Ningguang's Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths
• Skill provides protection against ranged attacks. • Can increase the party's Geo DMG with Jade Screen. • High Elemental Burst DMG. • Useful for fighting from a long range.
Weaknesses
• Slow ATK Speed. • Auto target Normal Attacks are not great vs multiple enemies.

Best Builds for Ningguang

Main DPS Builds for Ningguang

Geo Main DPS

Best Weapon	Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds
Replacement Weapons	1. Skyward Atlas 2. Solar Pearl 3. Mappa Mare
Best Artifacts	Nighttime Whispers in the Echoing Woods x4
Main Stats	Sands: ATK%
	Goblet: Geo DMG Bonus
	Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG
Substats	CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK%

This Main DPS build for Ningguang aims at increasing her overall DMG with the new Nighttime Whispers in the Echoing Woods artifact set released in Version 4.3, which is her new best-in-slot in an ideal situation where she can keep up its conditional buffs.

If you don't have this set yet, you can work with a 2-piece Archaic Petra and any 2-piece ATK artifacts (like Gladiator's Finale). If you already have godly rolls on your previous set's substats, you may choose not to farm the new set if it can make up the slight difference.

Ningguang's Talent Priority

	Main DPS
1st	Normal Attack
2nd	Elemental Burst
3rd	Elemental Skill

As a Main DPS, you will want to either focus on leveling Ningguang's Normal Attack, then Elemental Burst first. Her Elemental Skill also deals a decent chunk of damage, so it should still be decently leveled instead of being ignored.

Best Artifacts for Ningguang

Best Artifacts Ranked

	Artifact	Artifact Bonuses
1st	Nighttime Whispers	2-PC: ATK +18% 4-PC: After using an Elemental Skill, gain a 20% Geo DMG Bonus for 10s. While under a shield granted by the Crystallize reaction, the above effect will be increased by 150%, and this additional increase disappears 1s after that shield is lost.
2nd	Archaic Petra	2-PC: Geo DMG Bonus +15%
	Gladiator's Finale	2-PC: ATK +18%
3rd	Archaic Petra	2-PC: Geo DMG Bonus +15%
	Noblesse Oblige	2-PC: Elemental Burst DMG +20

Best 4-Star Artifact for Ningguang

Artifact	Artifact Bonuses
Martial Artist	2-PC: Increases Normal Attack and Charged Attack DMG by 15%. 4-PC: After using Elemental Skill, increases Normal Attack and Charged Attack DMG by 25% for 8s.

List of Artifacts and Set Bonuses

Ningguang Best Weapons

Top 3 Ningguang Weapons

	Weapon	Weapon Information
1st	Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds	Base ATK: 608 Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate 33.1% Skill Effect: Increases Movement SPD by 10%. When in battle, gain an 8% Elemental DMG Bonus every 4s. Max 4 stacks. Lasts until the character falls or leaves combat.
2nd	Skyward Atlas	Base ATK: 674 Bonus Stat: ATK 33.1% Skill Effect: Increases Elemental DMG Bonus by 12%. Normal attack hits have a 50% chance to earn the favor of the clouds, which actively seeks out nearby enemies to attack for 15s. Dealing 160% ATK DMG. Can only occur once every 30s.
3rd	Solar Pearl	Base ATK: 510 Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate 27.6% Skill Effect: Normal Attack hits increase Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst DMG by 20% for 6s. Likewise, Elemental Skill or Elemental Burst hits increase Normal Attack DMG by 20% for 6s.

Best Free-to-Play Weapon for Ningguang

Weapon	Weapon Information
Mappa Mare	Base ATK: 565 Bonus Stat: Elemental Mastery 110 Skill Effect: Triggering an Elemental reaction grants a 8% Elemental DMG Bonus for 10s. Max 2 stacks.

All Recommended Weapons for Ningguang

Recommended Weapons	How to Get
Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds	Gacha
Skyward Atlas	Gacha
Memory of Dust	Gacha
Solar Pearl	Battle Pass
The Widsith	Gacha
Blackcliff Agate	Starglitter Exchange
Dodoco Tales	Event
Mappa Mare	Crafted
Ballad of the Boundless Blue	Event
Royal Grimoire	Starglitter Exchange
Eye of Perception	Gacha
Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers	Gacha

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Ningguang Best Team Comp

Ningguang Main DPS Teams

Main DPS	Sub-DPS	Support	Support
Ningguang	Yelan	Zhongli	Bennett
Ningguang	Albedo	Xiangling	Bennett

With her capability to deal decent Geo DMG, Ningguang can lead a team as the Main DPS. Ningguang works well with units that can assist her in adding additional damage Off-Field.

F2P Team

Main DPS	Sub-DPS	Support	Support
Ningguang	Kaeya	Xiangling	Noelle

Ningguang can also shine in F2P teams. Both Xiangling and Kaeya re valuable team mates offering Melt damage along with Crystalize shards for the team to use.

Ningguang Best Constellations

Best Constellations Rating and Explanation

	Rating	Constellation Effect / Merits
C2	★★★	• Greatly increases her DMG. • Lowers her Energy Recharge Requirements.
C6	★★☆	• Further Increases Ningguangs Elemental Burst DMG. • Remember to use her Elemental Skill prior to using her Elemental Burst.

C2 is Great for Main DPS and Support

Ninguang's 2nd constellation is simply a great upgrade for any role you decide to put her on. Being able to use Jade screen twice simply means that you will generate more Elemental Particles, have her Geo DMG bonus always active, and have a general increase in her overall DMG!

Ningguang Ascension and Talent Materials

Ningguang Ascension Materials

Lv.20→Lv.40	Glaze Lily ×3 Prithiva Topaz Sliver ×1 Recruit's Insignia ×3
Lv.40→Lv.50	Glaze Lily ×10 Prithiva Topaz Fragment ×3 Recruit's Insignia ×15 Basalt Pillar ×2
Lv.50→Lv.60	Glaze Lily ×20 Prithiva Topaz Fragment ×6 Sergeant's Insignia ×12 Basalt Pillar ×4
Lv.60→Lv.70	Glaze Lily ×30 Prithiva Topaz Chunk ×3 Sergeant's Insignia ×18 Basalt Pillar ×8
Lv.70→Lv.80	Glaze Lily ×45 Prithiva Topaz Chunk ×6 Lieutenant's Insignia ×12 Basalt Pillar ×12
Lv.80→Lv.90	Glaze Lily ×60 Prithiva Topaz Gemstone ×6 Lieutenant's Insignia ×24 Basalt Pillar ×20

Ningguang Talent Level-Up Materials

Daily Domain Drops	Enemy Drops	Weekly Boss Drops
Mon/Thu/Sun Teachings of Prosperity	Fatui Recruit's Insignia	Lupus Boreas Challenge Reward Spirit Locket of Boreas
Guide to Prosperity	Sergeant's Insignia
Philosophies of Prosperity	Lieutenant's Insignia

Talent Materials per Level

How to Use Ningguang

Normal Attack Twice Before Charged Attack

Ningguang with 3 Star Jade

Once you have the Backup Plan passive skill unlocked for Ningguang, your Charged Attacks won't use up any Stamina as long as you have at least 1 Star Jade. Using a Normal Attack will give 1 Star Jade, she can have up to 3 Star Jades at a time. Using a Charged Attack will fire all Star Jades at the enemy as well for increased DMG.

A good way to maximize Ningguang's DMG is to hit an enemy twice with Normal Attacks then follow up with a Charged Attack, this will give Ningguang the maximum amount of Star Jades while also decreasing the time between each Charged Attack.

Use Jade Screen Defensively to Block Ranged Attacks

Jade Screen

Placing the Jade Screen strategically can block off the ranged attackers, while letting you focus on the nearby melee opponents. If timed and placed well, you can also block some strong enemy and boss attacks.

Using the Jade Screen and then switching to a Bow class character is also a good way to pick off ranged enemies with no worry of getting hit back.

Use Jade Screen Offensively

Jade Screen DMG

When the Jade Screen is summoned, enemies nearby will get knocked back and they will take a burst of Geo DMG. This can be used to create some space to counter-attack.

Walk through Jade Screen for Geo DMG Bonus

After unlocking the Strategic Reserve passive, anyone who walks through the Jade Screen will receive a 12% Geo DMG bonus. A good strategy is to use your shield immediately and walk through it before attacking or using her Burst for an increase in DMG.

The Geo DMG bonus not only applies to Ningguang, but to any character who walks through it. Making her a nice addition to a team with other Geo characters.

Maximize Starshatter Damage

Starshatter

Ningguang's Starshatter releases Star Jades that lock on enemies dealing a lot of Geo DMG when used. Additional Star Jades will be fired when it's used near a Jade Screen.

You can increase and maximize Ningguang's DMG by placing a Jade Screen nearby and walking through it before using Starshatter.

Ore Collector

Trove of Marvelous Treasures

Trove of Marvelous Treasures, Ningguang's exploration passive, marks nearby Ore locations on the minimap making it easy to find and farm as long as she's in your party. Since Ores are used to produce and level up your weapons, it's an item you definitely don't want to miss out on.

Ningguang's Normal and Charged attacks can also be used to mine ores quickly as well, making her a good choice for Ore farming.

Ore Chunks and Crystals Farming Guide

Ningguang Talents (Skills)

Normal Attack: Sparkling Scatter

Talent Description

Shoots gems that deal Geo DMG. Upon hit, this grants Ningguang 1 Star Jade. Charge Attack Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to fire off a giant gem that deals Geo DMG. If Ningguang has any Star Jades, unleashing a Charged Attack will cause the Star Jades to be fired at the enemy as well, dealing additional DMG. Plunge Attack: Gathering the might of Geo, Ningguang plunges towards the ground from mid-air, damaging all enemies in her path. Deals AoE Geo DMG upon impact with the ground.

Jade Screen

Talent Description

Ningguang creates a Jade Screen out of gold, obsidian and her great opulence, dealing AoE Geo DMG. Jade Screen ・Blocks enemy projectiles ・Endurance scales based on Ningguang's Max HP Jade Screen is considered a Geo Construct and can be used to block certain attacks, but cannot be climbed. Only one Jade Screen may exist at any one time. Flavor Text: The canvas of stars is written upon this jade screen.

Starshatter

Talent Description
Gathering a great number of gems, Ningguang scatters them all at once, sending homing projectiles at her enemies that deal massive Geo DMG. If Starshatter is cast when a Jade Screen is nearby, the Jade Screen will fire additional gem projectiles at the same time. Flavor Text: Stars shatter. Silence falls.

Backup Plan

Talent Description
When Ningguang is in possession of Star Jades, her Charged Attack does not consume Stamina.

Strategic Reserve

Talent Description
A character that passes through the Jade Screen will gain a 12% Geo DMG Bonus for 10s.

Trove of Marvelous Treasures

Talent Description
Displays the location of nearby ore veins (Iron Ore, White Iron Ore, Crystal Ore, Magical Crystal Ore, and Starsilver) on the mini-map.

How to Get Ningguang

Pull from Any Event or Standard Banners

Version 4.4 Phase 2 Banners
Invitation to Mundane Life	Everbloom Violet

Ningguang is available at an increased rate in both Xiao and Yae Miko's rerun banner in Phase 2 of Version 4.4, available from February 20, 2024 to March 12, 2024! Featured alongside her were Yaoyao and Xinyan.

Ningguang is also available at a normal rate on all Standard Wish Banners except Beginner's Wish. This means you can get her from Wanderlust Invocation, and Epitome Invocation.

Bought From the Starglitter Exchange

Months	Characters and Weapons
January July	Blackcliff Weapon Series
February August	Royal Weapon Series
March September	Blackcliff Weapon Series
April October	Royal Weapon Series
May November	Blackcliff Weapon Series
June December	Royal Weapon Series

As a 4-star character, Ningguang has a chance to appear in the Starglitter Exchange every month. She can be traded for 34 Masterless Starglitter.

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Ningguang's In-Game Information

Character Thoughts About Ningguang

Character	In-Game Thoughts
Ayato	I have heard a thing or two about how Her Eminence, the Tianquan operates. On the subject, I also happen to have a limited-edition copy of Liyue Millennial, if you're interested? What do you say, shall I have someone fetch it, so we can play a game?
Beidou	Liyue Qixing: Ningguang eh? As far as Liyue Qixing is concerned, she seems to be doing a good job. But for me, and my men, and not with Liyue Qixing. Attitudes: Ningguang is never really one to speak frankly, but she has been very direct with her criticism of me in the past. Haha... But hey, whether she likes me or hates me is her choice, nothing I can do to sway her.
Ganyu	Each Tianquan adds their own interpretation and amendments to the founding lawas of Liyue. The current one, Ningguang, does it with unmatched efficiency, but that efficacious manner of hers draws a great deal of criticism. I suppose it is always simpler to criticize than to tolerate.
Hu Tao	Tianquan Ningguang... Well-off, a radiant gaze, exquisite face, in the know and capable of anything!
Keqing	Conflict: We do work together, but we couldn't be more opposite personality-wise. To her, Liyue Harbor is nothing more than a marketplace, and she'll do anything as long as it makes money for her. Doesn't she have any principles? Hmm, or maybe turning a profit IS her principle? Cooperation: Since Rex Lapis left us, we've actually found some common ground. I was quite judgemental of her in the past, and we still fundamentally disagree on a number of issues, but in the current climate I have to say I count her as a comrade in arms. Trifling Matters: Ugh, having said that... I ordered a Lucent Crescent from Mingxing Jewelry three months in advance, and when it was time to finally pick it up, they told me Ningguang had bought up the last few months' worth of Lucent Crescent for herself by paying double the price! 'sigh' She can be such a pain!
Shenhe	I have no use for the wealth that ordinary people desire. But in the hands of Lady Ningguang, wealth becomes a means of solving complex issues of the kind that no weapons could ever hope to resolve. She understands the unwritten rules of human society, she knows what's in people's hearts... Master once told me that even the adepti aren't able to achieve this. I hold her and her work in high regard.
Xiangling	That was the Tianquan! Did you see? She just walked past. Come here... closer... Let me tell you, she knows everything that happens in Liyue, so... keep a low profile, don't attract her attention.
Xianyun	The Tianquan conducts her business with great adroitness, and is meticulous in her speech. Hmph, one must admit that Liyue is thriving under the governance of the Qixing. One has been observing her closely in the hope of discovering her secret... Ahem, that was for your ears only — please do not relay it to her.
Xingqiu	In her capacity as the Tianquan, I am obliged to respect her. Otherwise, it could create issues for my father and brother. On a personal level? Let me think... I think I will go with "No comment," I shan't speak ill of others.
Xinyan	Y'know, the Millelith used to get in my way all the time. Can't set up a stage here, can't perform there. Real bother, it was... Ahem. But after I wrote to the Ministry of Civil Affairs, I heard that the Tianquan amended one of Liyue's... Uh, some rule or something. She designated some spots for performances to take place, so long as you apply. 'sigh' It's still a load of trouble if you ask me, but it's better than being harangued by those Millelith every time, so...
Yanfei	You must have heard of the Tianquan, Ningguang? She's the highest authority where the law is concerned, and often makes amendments to the legal codices. Every round of additions, retractions, and revisions generates mountains of material. Why, the latest edition of the legal codices contained three new laws, 121 revised legal annotations, and an array of new legal precedents. Archons know how long it's going to take me to commit them to memory... Hmph... still, she's a businesswoman at heart, I'm not about to let her beat me when it comes to the law. Once I've finished memorizing these, I need to step up my productivity...
Yelan	I got to know Ningguang a long time ago, before she was a Qixing, and we worked together for a while. Maybe I'm partly to thank for the fact that she became a Qixing so quickly. Hehe, who can say? Anyway, she was the one who recommended, this job to me. It was a good choice, I'm very well-suited to it.
Yun Jin	The Tianquan is a big spender and has made several very generous donations to our troupe. I can only return her generosity by delivering my best possible performance.
Zhongli	Despite the multitude of affairs that she deals with in a day, Ningguang always continues to press on. A rare gem indeed. I'm reminded of the time that she used to walk barefoot from Yaoguang Shoal to the south wharf, trying to sell her wares as she went. Time is cruel to humans.

Ningguang's Thoughts About Others

Character	In-Game Thoughts
Beidou	About Beidou Fines: That... captain. She clearly receives the adoration of many, but will always be the first to disregard the rules. The fines she has paid would be enough to buy her a whole new ship... Attitude: Perhaps you've never heard me speak like this. All that can be said has been said — both the good and the bad — but she still does as she pleases. Forget it. Keep Beidou out of my sight.
Ganyu	About Ganyu One cannot afford to be overly reliant on others even when it comes to Ganyu. There is a Liyue saying which goes, "It takes a hundred people to keep a secret, but only one to let it slip." When there are important affairs to deal with, it is always safer to investigate and resolve it personally.
Jean	About Jean The Acting Grand Master of Mondstadt, a strict and impeccable woman. Her flawless etiquette knows no fault, even her letters are meticulously written and creased according to the prescribed rules. It is such easily overlooked details that offer a glimpse into the true qualities of one's character.
Keqing	About Keqing Yuheng... She has changed a lot recently. But it Liyue better off with the Yuheng we have now, or the Yuheng we used to know? Only time will tell.
Shenhe	About Shenhe How is Miss Shenhe doing as of late? Please, look out for her whenever you can. I am most grateful to both of you for your assistance with rebuilding the Jade Chamber. Ahem, and on a more personal note — please know that if you are ever free, a cup of the finest tea will always be waiting for you here.
Xiangling	About Xiangling That girl from Wanmin Restaurant... Her suspicion towards me is always written all over her face... Hehe, I wonder what face she would make if only she knew how much I helped finance that restaurant...
Xianyun	About Xianyun I plan to have Lady Xianyun over for a casual conversation over tea in a few days. I happen to have in my possession a number of mechanical devices, and I would be most interested to hear her insights on their design and use. It would also be a fine opportunity to hear about her experiences as an Adeptus adapting a new life in Liyue Harbor. All I require now is a suitable candidate to deliver the invitation to her on my behalf... Would you be interested, Traveler?
Xingqiu	About Xingqiu The second son of the Feiyun Commerce Guild. People like him can't stand the sight of me, which is only to be expected. I have no intention of troubling him either. Those who have different beliefs should not work together.
Yanfei	About Yanfei Yanfei? I suppose you could say she's a dear rival of mine... Were she not so deft at explaining the meanders of the law and providing her clients will all sorts of cunning suggestions, it would take me many more months to identify existing loopholes in the legal codices and tighten them one by one.
Yaoyao	About Yaoyao I presume you mean the girl whom Ganyu has taken under her wing. Do not worry, I have no plans to make this matter public. I am content to extend some leniency to the odd bit of mischievous maneuvering by that boat captain. One thing, though - Yaoyao seems to have become somewhat enamored with seafood lately. You should try to convince her to include some more fruits and vegetables in her diet.
Yelan	About Yelan She's a very interesting character. I can say with the utmost confidence that she is someone I trust unreservedly. She handles herself impeccably, which means she stays beyond reproach. Hehe, since you both have high intelligence in common, hopefully you will get along very well.
Yun Jin	About Yun Jin Yun Jin... Are you able to appreciate her performances? It might be difficult at first, but I would encourage you to give it a chance. The reason why I decided to invest into her opera troupe is quite simple: Elegant art forms like these deserve to be passed down to future generations.
Zhongli	About Zhongli Zhongli... of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. He's very versed in a great deal of affairs. Although... such excellent pawns are of no use to me until I know their weaknesses.

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