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Genshin Impact Nicole Best Team Guide

Last updated May 20, 2026. Looking for the best Nicole teams in Genshin Impact? Start with the top team summary below, then pick the lineup that fits your roster.

Nicole

Nicole is a 5-star Pyro Catalyst character who works best as a shielder and ATK buffer for Hexerei teams.

Nicole Team Summary

#1 Team Rating:S

Hexerei Team (Varka Variant)

Nicole
Pyro
Durin
Pyro
Varka
Pyro
Prune
Anemo
#2 Team Rating:A

Overload Team (Arlecchino Variant)

Nicole
Pyro
Arlecchino
Pyro
Chevreuse
Pyro
Fischl
Electro
#3 Team Rating:S

Kinich Burning Team

Nicole
Pyro
Kinich
Dendro
Iansan
Electro
Durin
Pyro

#1 Hexerei Team (Varka Variant)

Tier S

Nicole provides shields and ATK buffs, while Durin and Prune offer off-field Pyro and Anemo support for Varka as the on-field DPS.

Nicole portrait
Nicole
SupportPyroPyro

Shielder and ATK buffer. Equip Celestial Gift 4pc with ATK% stats.

Artifacts

Main Stats

  • Sands
  • Goblet
  • Circlet

Substats

Weapons

    Durin portrait
    Durin
    Sub-DPSPyroPyro

    Off-field Pyro sub-DPS. Benefits from Nicole's buffs and provides Hexerei resonance.

    Artifacts

    Main Stats

    • Sands
    • Goblet
    • Circlet

    Substats

    Weapons

      Varka portrait
      Varka
      Main DPSAnemoAnemo

      Main on-field Pyro DPS. Gains large ATK buffs and the 40% Pyro DMG from Celestial Gift.

      Artifacts

      Main Stats

      • Sands
      • Goblet
      • Circlet

      Substats

      Weapons

        Prune portrait
        Prune
        Sub-DPSAnemoAnemo

        Off-field Anemo sub-DPS and support. Provides Hexerei resonance and additional DMG.

        Artifacts

        Main Stats

        • Sands
        • Goblet
        • Circlet

        Substats

        Weapons

          #2 Overload Team (Arlecchino Variant)

          Tier A

          Nicole provides shields and ATK buffs for Arlecchino while Chevreuse enhances Overload reactions and heals. Fischl offers consistent Electro application.

          Nicole portrait
          Nicole
          SupportPyroPyro

          Shielder and ATK buffer. Celestial Gift optional; can use Noblesse Oblige if another carries Celestial Gift.

          Artifacts

          Main Stats

          • Sands
          • Goblet
          • Circlet

          Substats

          Weapons

            Arlecchino portrait
            Arlecchino
            Main DPSPyroPyro

            Main on-field Pyro DPS. Highly ATK-scaling; Nicole's buff is very effective.

            Artifacts

            Main Stats

            • Sands
            • Goblet
            • Circlet

            Substats

            Weapons

              Chevreuse portrait
              Chevreuse
              SupportPyroPyro

              Support that boosts Overload damage, heals, and reduces Electro/Pyro RES. Vital for this team.

              Artifacts

              Main Stats

              • Sands
              • Goblet
              • Circlet

              Substats

              Weapons

                Fischl portrait
                Fischl
                Sub-DPSElectroElectro

                Off-field Electro sub-DPS. Provides consistent Electro application for Overload.

                Artifacts

                Main Stats

                • Sands
                • Goblet
                • Circlet

                Substats

                Weapons

                  #3 Kinich Burning Team

                  Tier S

                  Nicole supports Kinich with shields to mitigate self-damage from Burning and provides ATK buffs. Iansan and Durin provide additional support and Dendro/Pyro application.

                  Nicole portrait
                  Nicole
                  SupportPyroPyro

                  Shielder and ATK buffer. Celestial Gift provides 20% Pyro DMG Bonus but since Kinich is Dendro, the 4pc bonus is less effective; Noblesse Oblige is a good alternative.

                  Artifacts

                  Main Stats

                  • Sands
                  • Goblet
                  • Circlet

                  Substats

                  Weapons

                    Kinich portrait
                    Kinich
                    Main DPSDendroDendro

                    Main on-field Dendro DPS. Benefits greatly from Nicole's shield against Burning self-damage.

                    Artifacts

                    Main Stats

                    • Sands
                    • Goblet
                    • Circlet

                    Substats

                    Weapons

                      Iansan portrait
                      Iansan
                      SupportElectroElectro

                      Support that provides ATK buffs and healing. Helps sustain the team during Burning self-damage.

                      Artifacts

                      Main Stats

                      • Sands
                      • Goblet
                      • Circlet

                      Substats

                      Weapons

                        Durin portrait
                        Durin
                        Sub-DPSPyroPyro

                        Off-field Pyro sub-DPS. Provides consistent Pyro application for Burning and also benefits from Hexerei resonance.

                        Artifacts

                        Main Stats

                        • Sands
                        • Goblet
                        • Circlet

                        Substats

                        Weapons

                          Nicole Teams FAQ

                          What is the best Nicole team in Genshin Impact?

                          Hexerei Team (Varka Variant) is one of the strongest Nicole teams right now. Use the team summary and build cards on this page to pick the best version for your account.

                          What are good Nicole teams without premium weapons?

                          You can run strong Nicole teams without signature weapons by prioritizing reaction synergy, energy consistency, and artifact main stats shown in each build card.

                          Which teammates are best with Nicole?

                          Common high-performing partners include teams such as Hexerei Team (Varka Variant), Overload Team (Arlecchino Variant), Kinich Burning Team. Check each lineup section for role breakdowns and gear priorities.