What top characters, teams, and trends say about Genshin Impact’s evolving endgame
The 5.4 Spiral Abyss usage rates are here, and according to data breakdown by Jello Impact, we’ve got some eye-opening insights into what’s performing, what’s falling off, and which characters are dominating the meta. From Furina’s near-universal usage to Baizhu’s strangely high representation, these stats reveal the evolving nature of Genshin’s toughest content.
Whether you’re struggling with floor clears, curious about the most-used teams, or just want to know how your favorite characters stack up, here’s everything you need to know about Spiral Abyss 5.4.
🌀 Floor Mechanics That Defined the Meta
Before diving into usage rates, it’s important to understand the Abyss conditions that shaped team selection.
- Chamber 1 required Hydro for dealing with Pyro shields and Electro for Dendro aura enemies like the Chicken. Pyro, Cryo, and Dendro were all viable options depending on the specific shield type.
- Chamber 2 introduced a tough multi-wave gauntlet: a Natan shielder, Lectors, and a burst-draining enemy that needed quick elemental application.
- Chamber 3 had Perpetual Mechanical Array and the Dorito boss (Algorithm of Semi-Intransient Matrix of Overseer Network), demanding either fast raw DPS or Electro tech units to avoid invisibility mechanics.
Notably, Hydro was heavily favored on Floor 12-1 with buffs to Elemental Skill damage, while Floor 12-2 favored plunge damage.
📊 Top Characters by Usage Rate
The most used characters this patch paint a clear picture of which elements and playstyles dominated Spiral Abyss 5.4:
| Character | Usage Rate (%) |
|---|---|
| Furina | 96.7% |
| Xianyun | 91%+ |
| Navia | 85%+ |
| Chevreuse | High |
| Baizhu | 44% |
| Kazuha | ~93% |
| Moa | High |
| Bennett | High |
Furina’s sky-high usage is no surprise—her synergy with teams needing Elemental Skill pressure and healing made her a no-brainer. Xianyun’s usage reflects her importance as a plunge enabler for characters like Xiao and Verresa, especially with the Floor 12 buffs.
Interestingly, Baizhu saw 90% of his usage from one specific team: Navia / Kazuha / Furina / Baizhu. Even though Baizhu doesn’t directly benefit Navia, he contributes Draconic stacks and comfort, explaining his weirdly high presence.
🔼 Characters on the Rise
Several characters saw notable increases in usage compared to previous patches:
- Navia: +14% — Likely due to her compatibility with Furina and general strength across both sides.
- Furina: +12% — With a rerun and buffs favoring her kit, she’s become nearly essential.
- Baizhu: +6% — As explained, he’s riding Navia’s popularity wave.
- Raiden Shogun, Shalan, and Kazuha: All up in usage.
🔽 Characters Falling Off
Others didn’t fare so well:
- Mizuki: Saw a major drop in usage, possibly due to shifting team priorities.
- Shenhe & Neuvillette: Usage fell as the Abyss favored Hydro skill spam and plunge styles over freeze comps and consistent charged shots.
- Arlecchino: Though still viable, her synergy with the current Abyss was not optimal.
- Venti & Emily: Dropped as more recent units outshined them in raw versatility and value.
🔝 Top Teams of Spiral Abyss 5.4
Here are the most used teams among players who successfully cleared Floor 12:
| Team Composition | Usage Rate (%) |
|---|---|
| Moa + Chevreuse + Clorinde + Bennett | 47% |
| Navia + Kazuha + Furina + Baizhu | 41% |
| Arlecchino Melt (w/ Clorinde) | 24% |
| Risley Hyperbloom | 19% |
| Xiao Double Anemo | 10% |
Fascinatingly, some of these teams are not the most objectively powerful, but they’re teams players are comfortable using. As Jello notes, “People use what’s familiar—even if it’s not meta-optimal, if it works, why switch?”
💡 Key Takeaways
- Furina is now considered a core unit across both sides of the Abyss.
- Xianyun and plunge teams were favored due to Abyss buffs and floor mechanics.
- Electro units like Clorinde and Fischl were important tech picks, especially against Floor 12 bosses.
- The meta isn’t always optimal — comfort, ownership, and playstyle often dictate usage more than raw power.
🧠 Final Thoughts
Spiral Abyss 5.4 shows a community leaning into comfort picks and rerun favorites rather than chasing “perfect” team comps. With strong universal supports like Furina and Chevreuse, more players than ever are reaching 36 stars without needing the latest shiny DPS.
Whether you’re playing meta or not, what matters most is finding teams that suit your style and get the job done.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spiral Abyss 5.4
Who had the highest usage rate in Spiral Abyss 5.4?
Furina had the highest usage rate at 96.7%, thanks to her Hydro Elemental Skill buffs and strong synergy with many top teams.
What was the most used team in Spiral Abyss 5.4?
Why was Baizhu used so much in Spiral Abyss 5.4?
Baizhu saw 90% of his usage from a Navia + Kazuha + Furina team, not because he was the best, but because he provided comfort and utility.
