SS
Tangtang
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Advanced Builds
SS
supportsub_dps
Tangtang earns an SS tier for her powerful Arts Susceptibility debuff and versatile AoE control. She acts as a plug-in debuffer in many teams while contributing significant personal Cryo damage, making her a top-tier support with sub-DPS capabilities.
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This endgame build maximizes Tangtang's personal Cryo damage and her team's Arts damage through Brigand's Calling's debuff. The Bonekrusha set rewards her combo rotation with a massive Battle Skill damage spike, while LYNX Slab serves as a flexible off-piece for main stat scaling. It is ideal for high-difficulty content where both damage and utility are required.
Weapon
Gear
battle_skill_dmg_boost
armor
bonekrusha heavy armor t2
gloves
bonekrusha wristband t1
core 1
bonekrusha mask t2
core 2
lynx slab
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Explanation
Brigand's Calling is chosen as the best weapon because its passive grants Cryo DMG and applies an Arts DMG Taken debuff, doubling down on Tangtang's role as a debuffer and personal damage dealer.
The Bonekrusha gear set complements her playstyle: casting Combo Skill (Whirlpool) triggers the set bonus that buffs her next Battle Skill (Waterspout), dealing massive damage while applying debuffs.
For alternatives, Home Longing provides strong personal Cryo DMG but lacks team utility, while Opus: The Living and Long Road are more accessible options that still boost her damage, though they miss the debuff support.
Notes
- The Bonekrusha set's 2-piece gives a flat ATK boost and a stacking Battle Skill DMG buff after using Combo Skill, perfectly syncing with Tangtang's Whirlpool → Waterspout rotation.
- LYNX Slab is used as an off-piece because its Main Attribute% increase provides more overall damage than a second Bonekrusha core piece with more saturated Battle Skill DMG.
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This early game build aims to boost Tangtang's damage quickly using the craftable Opus: The Living weapon and the Roving MSGR gear set. The set's Agility bonus enhances her Cryo damage, making her a solid sub-DPS even before acquiring endgame gear. It provides a smooth transition into harder content.
Gear
agility_boost_and_physical_dmg
armor
roving msgr jacket
gloves
roving msgr fists
core 1
roving msgr gyro
core 2
roving msgr gyro
1agility2attack3physical_dmg
Explanation
Opus: The Living is chosen for early game because it boosts Arts DMG and provides Agility, both directly improving Tangtang's damage output.
The Roving MSGR set gives a flat Agility bonus and a conditional Physical DMG buff. While the Physical buff isn't ideal for Cryo, the Agility increase outweighs other early sets like Mordvolt Insulation.
No alternatives are listed for early game as the build is focused on the most accessible and effective options available at that stage.
Notes
- Even though the Roving MSGR set bonus boosts Physical DMG, its large Agility increase makes it Tangtang's best early game option for scaling her Cryo damage.
- Opus: The Living is a craftable weapon from the Arsenal Exchange, making it easily accessible for new players.
Build Insights
Tangtang excels as a secondary damage dealer and debuffer in Arts-focused teams. Her Arts Susceptibility debuff boosts all incoming Arts damage, making her a prime partner for other Casters and Arts-based DPS. She can also provide crowd control via her Ultimate's freeze-like pause, which is especially useful for setting up long-casting abilities for hypercarries like Yvonne or Last Rite. In rotations, players typically open with her Combo Skill to create Whirlpools, follow with Battle Skill to apply debuffs, and use her Ultimate to lock down enemies while dealing damage.
Core Mechanics
- Tangtang's Combo Skill generates Whirlpools, which her Battle Skill converts into Waterspouts that apply Cryo Infliction and, if multiple are created, Arts Susceptibility.
- Her Ultimate locks down enemies in a large area for several seconds, creating a safe DPS window; it can be ended early via a dive attack to summon extra Waterspouts.
- The talent Riot Bringer lets her end her Ultimate early with a dive attack, creating Waterspouts and consuming nearby Whirlpools for bonus damage.
Scaling
- Tangtang scales strongly off Agility and Cryo DMG stats. Her damage and debuff uptime improve significantly with investment in these attributes.
- She is effective from early game due to her straightforward kit, but her full potential as a team-wide enabler shines in late-game content where her debuff boosts entire team damage.
Character Notes
Tangtang is a Cryo Caster who excels as a support with sub-DPS capabilities. She applies Arts Susceptibility to enemies, boosting team Arts damage, while also dealing respectable AoE Cryo damage. Her Ultimate can pause enemies, creating free damage windows. She fits well in Arts-focused teams and is easy to play with a simple combo rotation.
Playstyle
- Start with her Combo Skill to generate a Whirlpool, especially against single targets. This is essential for her debuff rotation.
- Follow up with her Battle Skill to convert Whirlpools into Waterspouts, applying Arts Susceptibility if multiple Waterspouts are created.
- Use her Ultimate to lock down groups of enemies, then either let it expire for full damage or dive attack early to convert Whirlpools into Waterspouts for burst damage.
- Prioritize leveling her Battle Skill first to maximize the debuff value, then her Ultimate for damage.
Strengths
- Provides a unique Arts Susceptibility debuff that significantly boosts team Arts damage.
- Strong AoE Cryo damage with Whirlpool and Waterspout mechanics.
- Ultimate offers excellent crowd control by pausing enemies, creating safe DPS windows.
- Flexible team slot - works in many compositions as a plug-in debuffer.
Weaknesses
- Her debuff requires multiple Waterspouts (hitting multiple enemies or setting up Whirlpools) to activate, which can be inconsistent against single targets.
- Heavily reliant on her Combo Skill cooldown (14s) for optimal damage and debuff uptime.
- Early game builds lack the full debuff potential and are more focused on personal damage.
Team Guide
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Tangtang acts as a sub-DPS in this cryo-focused team, supporting Last Rite by applying Cryo Infliction and Arts Susceptibility. Xaihi provides Cryo Amp and Cryo DMG buffs, while Fluorite contributes Cryo stacks and sustain. This composition maximizes cryo reactions and burst damage through alternating Final Strikes and combo skills.
Explanation
Tangtang's crowd control and Arts Susceptibility debuff complement Last Rite's cryo damage. Xaihi's buffs enhance both characters' damage, and Fluorite's support ensures consistent cryo stacks and survivability.
Strengths
- High burst damage from cryo reactions and dual DPS synergy.
- Effective crowd control from Tangtang's skills.
Weaknesses
- Requires precise rotation and skill timing to maximize debuffs.
- Limited damage if cryo debuffs are not applied correctly.
Rotation
- 1Cast Xaihi's and Last Rite's Battle Skills at combat start.
- 2Perform a Final Strike with Tangtang to apply Cryo Infliction, then cast Last Rite's Battle Skill again. Avoid triggering Tangtang's Combo Skill yet.
- 3Perform another Final Strike with Tangtang for another Cryo stack. Use Xaihi's Ultimate when available.
- 4Trigger Tangtang's Combo Skill for Whirlpool, then Xaihi's and Fluorite's Combo Skills for additional Cryo stacks. Cast Tangtang's Battle Skill to apply more Cryo Infliction and Arts Susceptibility.
- 5Cast Last Rite's Combo Skill for Cryo Susceptibility, then her Ultimate. Perform a Dive Attack to trigger Tangtang's Riot Bringer Talent.
Apply buffs and debuffs from Xaihi, Fluorite, and Tangtang before Last Rite's big damage.
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This team focuses on the Solidification reaction, with Yvonne as the main damage dealer. Tangtang provides Arts Susceptibility and crowd control to protect Yvonne during her Ultimate. Gilberta applies Nature Infliction and Corrosion, while Xaihi boosts cryo damage and amps. The rotation ensures safe setup for Yvonne's burst.
Explanation
Tangtang's crowd control and debuffs allow Yvonne to channel her Ultimate without interruption. Gilberta's Nature application triggers Solidification, and Xaihi's cryo support amplifies Yvonne's damage.
Strengths
- High single-target burst from Yvonne's Solidification combo.
- Safe execution due to Tangtang's control.
Weaknesses
- Dependent on Yvonne's Ultimate timing.
- Limited AoE damage.
Rotation
- 1Cast Xaihi's and Gilberta's Battle Skills at start.
- 2Perform a Final Strike with Yvonne, then cast her Battle Skill after Gilberta applies Nature Infliction to trigger Solidification. Use Gilberta's Combo Skill.
- 3If Solidification triggered, basic attack to skip to Final Strike. Use Xaihi's Ultimate when available.
- 4Cast Gilberta's Combo Skill, then Yvonne's Combo Skill to reapply Solidification. Use Xaihi's Combo Skill for Cryo stack.
- 5Trigger Tangtang's Combo Skill, then her Battle Skill for Arts Susceptibility.
- 6Use Tangtang's Ultimate for crowd control, then Yvonne's Ultimate.
Set up Solidification and buffs before Yvonne's big hit.
advancedburst_team
This hypercarry team maximizes Tangtang's personal damage by stacking multiple buffs and debuffs. Gilberta applies Corrosion, Perlica applies Electrification, and Xaihi provides Cryo Amp and Arts Amp. All effects are timed within Tangtang's quick burst window for massive damage.
Explanation
Tangtang's fast burst combo can be amplified by Gilberta's Corrosion, Perlica's Electrification, and Xaihi's cryo and arts buffs. The key is to apply all debuffs before Tangtang's Ultimate and Dive Attack.
Strengths
- Extremely high single-target burst damage.
- Synergizes multiple debuff types.
Weaknesses
- Tight rotation timing; buffs may expire if not executed quickly.
- Requires high investment in supports.
Rotation
- 1Cast Xaihi's Battle Skill to prepare Auxiliary Crystal.
- 2Perform basic attack sequence to Final Strike with Tangtang. Do not trigger Perlica's Combo Skill yet.
- 3Perform another Final Strike with Tangtang. Use Xaihi's Ultimate when available.
- 4Cast Tangtang's Battle Skill for Cryo Infliction, then Gilberta's Battle Skill to channel.
- 5Trigger Perlica's, Xaihi's, and Tangtang's Combo Skills. Ensure Xaihi's hits before Gilberta triggers Corrosion for Execute Process talent.
- 6When ready, cast Gilberta's Ultimate first, then Tangtang's Ultimate.
- 7During Tangtang's Ultimate, perform a Dive Attack to trigger Riot Bringer.
Stack all debuffs and buffs before Tangtang's Ultimate and Dive Attack.
Team Insights
Tangtang is a versatile sub-DPS or main DPS who excels in cryo and solidification compositions. She provides crowd control, Cryo Infliction, and Arts Susceptibility, making her a flexible support for ice-based teams or a burst damage dealer when hypercarried. Her fast burst combo allows tight synchronization with debuffs from allies like Gilberta, Perlica, and Xaihi.
Synergy Patterns
- Pairs well with cryo-focused characters like Last Rite for dual DPS cryo reactions.
- Works with Nature characters like Yvonne for Solidification, using crowd control to protect long channeling skills.
- Benefits from multiple debuffers like Gilberta (Corrosion) and Perlica (Electrification) to amplify her own damage.
Tips
- For hypercarry builds, prioritize getting Tangtang's Ultimate and Dive Attack off within the buff window.
- In cryo teams, alternate Final Strikes between Tangtang and Last Rite to maximize Cryo Infliction stacks.
- Use Tangtang's crowd control to interrupt enemy actions during channeled abilities like Yvonne's Ultimate.
Availability
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Featured Banners
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Potentials
- Reserve Hoard: Combo skill DMG x1.2, cooldown -2s; Battle skill SP return +5 per Whirlpool consumed.
- River's Daughter: Agility +20, Cryo DMG Dealt +10%.
- Chiefly Vibe: Battle skill DMG x1.1; Arts Susceptibility +5% when forming multiple Waterspouts.
- Qingbo Meditation: Ultimate Energy cost -15%.
- Chief's All-Eldritch Gaze: Ultimate DMG x1.15; Riot Bringer Waterspout DMG +80%.
Best Gifts
Woven Aggelos
Woven Aggelos is her favorite; Yinglung Dumbbells also great. Alternatives include Aurylene Camera, Breeze of Kjersch, Tidestone Specimen.
Tangtang is the chief of the Qingbo Stockade, a group residing in Jingyu Valley near Wuling City. They often resort to underhanded methods for survival, and Tangtang has a longtime feud with Mi Fu of Wuling, though their rivalry softens over time.