Summary
Recent information from the beta servers for Version 5.3 has finally givenGenshin Impactplayers a detailed overview of Mavuika’s ability kit. WhileGenshin Impacthas accrued over 90 playable characters over the course of its history, the Archons and Harbingers tend to stand in a tier of their own – both in terms of their playstyle and in terms of the excitement that they generate among fans. As the Pyro Archon of Natlan, Mavuika is no different.
ManyGenshin Impactplayers were hoping for Mavuika to finally provide a 5-Star alternative to either Bennett or Xiangling, and it’s no secret that the developers were aware of the high expectations the community had for Mavuika’s ability kit. The Pyro Archon is making her gameplay debut in Version 5.3, where she is expected to feature on the Event Banners in the first half of the update. With beta testing underway, players will be able to judge the gameplay value ofMavuika inGenshin Impact, and hopefully come away satisfied with her ability kit.
Theability kit was shared by Seele Leaks, providing an overview of Mavuika’s Elemental Skill, Elemental Burst, and key Ascension Passives. The information provided by the leak confirms earlier rumors about Mavuika’s ability. The Pyro Archon can best be described as a mix of Dehya andRaiden inGenshin Impact, on top of boasting a universal way to engage with Natlan’s exploration mechanics.
Ascension Passives:
While Mavuika does not necessarily step on Bennett’s toes, her ability to provide a damage bonus on top of being allowed to wield the Scroll of the Hero of Cinder City makes her a valuable support. On the other hand, her Elemental Skill only applies Pyro every two seconds, makingXiangling inGenshin Impactstill the superior choice when it comes to applying Pyro. Much like Fischl still finds room on manyGenshin Impactteams for her off-field Electro application, Mavuika likely won’t replace Xiangling outright.
The unique part of Mavuika’s ability kit pertains to her Elemental Burst. Unlike otherGenshin Impactcharacters, Energy Recharge is completely wasted on Mavuika, as her Elemental Burst is fueled by Normal Attacks or the accumulation of Nightsoul points. Though this makes Mavuika prefer teammates from Natlan, assuming Normal Attacks do a decent job triggering her Elemental Burst, she could still be a powerful choice for most hypercarries inGenshin Impact. At the very least, Kinich fans should find Mavuika an invaluable teammate.
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds…
