Genshin Impact’s Version 5.5 Spiral Abyss might be one of the most difficult in the game’s history—and the latest usage stats reflect just how challenging it’s been. In a comprehensive breakdown by Jello Impact on YouTube, we get a full view into which characters and team comps are performing best, and the results reveal a lot about the current state of the meta.
With top performers like Xilonen, Furina, and Navia holding strong and Skirk, Ayaka, and Arlecchino climbing in relevance, this Abyss has pushed players to lean hard into synergy, elemental checks, and raw DPS.
🌀 Spiral Abyss 5.5: A Challenging Landscape
Chamber 1 of Floor 11 stands out as a brutal obstacle, featuring over 60 enemies, punishing players who aren’t prepared with massive AoE options. The rest of the Abyss requires both strong single-target DPS and smart elemental checks, especially against Electro shields and the infamous Pearl Seahorse boss.
If you’ve struggled, you’re not alone. Jello Impact confirms that even with a well-invested account, some of these new mechanics are tough to crack—but also refreshing in how they force players to build around unique challenges.
🏆 Top Characters in Abyss 5.5 Usage Rates
1. Xilonen
- Currently the most used character overall
- Her universal 36% resistance shred and healing make her invaluable across almost every comp
- Used heavily in Mono Geo, Cryo, and Hydro teams
“She improves nearly every team in the game. Not mandatory—but extremely powerful,” says Jello Impact.
2. Furina
- Despite Hydro resistance in Floor 12, Furina still ranks #2 in total usage
- Often paired with Navia, Neuvillette, or Skirk in Hypercarry teams
- Her damage, healing, and buffing scale better the more invested the account
3. Moa (Mavuika)
- Dominating both first half and second half clears
- Especially deadly in Overload and Vape comps
- Works well with Chevreuse, Clorinde, and Veresa
4. Bennett
- Still essential for any attack-scaling DPS
- Often shows up in the “Moa Hyper” team—currently considered the best team in the game
5. Neuvillette
- Despite Hydro resistance from some bosses, Neuvillette Hyper teams are the second most used comp
- Double resistance shred (from Kazuha + Xilonen) makes even bad matchups manageable
📈 What Teams Are Winning Spiral Abyss 5.5?
🥇 Moa Hyper (Mavuika, Chevreuse, Furina, Xilonen)
- Most used team overall
- Strong in both AoE and single-target chambers
🥈 Neuvillette Hyper (Neuvillette, Kazuha, Furina, Xilonen)
- Second most used, despite Hydro shield mechanics
- Shows how powerful the right support synergy can be
🥉 Ayaka Freeze (Ayaka, Shenhe, Kokomi, Kazuha)
- Still relevant, especially for dedicated Ayaka mains
- Performs best against enemies without elemental resistance
🔥 Rising Stars: Arlecchino, Veresa, Clorinde
- Arlecchino is solid, especially with Furina + Hydro buffers
- Veresa performs well in Overload comps and is rising in usage
- Clorinde paired with Chevreuse or Mavuika is a strong Overload core
Jello Impact notes that elemental synergy and AoE coverage are major reasons for success in this Abyss.
🧊 Skirk and Cryo: Where Does She Stand?
While Skirk isn’t officially in the usage rates yet (she’ll debut in 5.7), Jello makes some predictions:
- Teams without Escoffier will suffer, similar to Ayaka without Shenhe
- Skirk’s mono Cryo or Cryo-Hydro restriction means she will rely heavily on team synergy
- Expect Skirk to mirror Neuvillette’s reliance on high-investment, high-synergy team building
🧠 The “Power Budget” of Usage Rates
The Data:
- 45% of Novalet users have C1
- Over 50% of Furina users have C1
- 53% of players using Xilonen have C0
“People saying ‘Novalet is broken’ are often talking about C1 Novalet with his signature weapon, not C0,” explains Jello.
Conclusion: Be cautious when taking usage rates at face value—many of these top teams require heavy investment, including:
- Signature weapons
- C1+ constellations
- Optimal artifact rolls
🔄 Characters with the Biggest Usage Shift
| Character | Usage Change |
|---|---|
| Xiangling | +21% |
| Mika | Big Jump |
| Navia | Up |
| Baizhu | Down |
| Kazuha | Down |
Xiangling’s jump is massive for a 4-star. She’s still relevant and getting more attention in Overload and Vape comps.
🧩 Most Used Teams in Spiral Abyss 5.5
- Moa Hyper – First side destroyer
- Neuvillette Hyper – Second side expert
- Alhaitham Hyperbloom
- Freeze Ayaka
- Veresa + Moa Overload
- Novalet + Baizhu
- Burning Kinich
- Chaska Plunge
- Overload Shangling
- Cryo Skill Geo Teams with Shiori
📌 Final Thoughts
The Spiral Abyss 5.5 meta is all about:
- AoE on Floor 11
- High single-target DPS for Floor 12
- Elemental checks (especially Cryo for shields)
- Invested supports like Xilonen, Furina, and Kazuha
If you’re struggling, remember:
- Overload comps are strong and often overlooked
- Don’t underestimate Shangling, Chevreuse, or Mika
- Double-check your artifact substats and ER management
For more Spiral Abyss team testing, character guides, and theorycrafting, check out Jello Impact on YouTube and visit ExploreGenshin.gg for updated tier lists and team builder tools.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spiral Abyss 5.5
What is the best team in Spiral Abyss 5.5?
The most used team is Moa Hyper (Mavuika, Chevreuse, Furina, Xilonen), followed by Neuvillette Hyper and Novalet Hyper.
Will Skirk be good for Spiral Abyss?
If you have Escoffier and a strong Cryo-Hydro core, Skirk is expected to perform well. Without Escoffier, she may struggle.
Why is Xilonen the most used character?
Xilonen’s 36% resistance shred, healing, and artifact flexibility make her fit into nearly every meta comp.
Do constellations matter for usage rate?
Yes. Most Novalet and Furina users in this data set have C1+, which significantly boosts their performance.
What breaks the Cryo and Electro shields on Floor 12?
Cryo characters like Risley or Ayaka, Overload teams with Shangling, or brute-forcing with double resistance shred are effective.
