Although the Lunar-Crystallize system isn’t fully fleshed out yet, miHoYo is sure to give it a significant spotlight in future versions, making it a promising prospect! As a frontline DPS capable of triggering this new reaction, investing in Zibai offers broad potential.
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Who is Zibai?
Zibai is a 5-star Geo Sword main DPS, whose Ascension stat increases CRIT DMG. Her primary damage pattern revolves around using her Elemental Skill to enter the “Lunar Phase Shift” state, accumulating “Phase Shift Radiance” (a special resource for her enhanced Skill), and then unleashing the enhanced Skill “Spirit Steed’s Stride” as her core means of dealing damage. At Constellation 1, she can immediately use the enhanced Skill upon activation. Constellation 2 provides a DEF boost, Constellation 4 offers a minor numerical increase, and Constellation 6 enhances the generation rate of her enhanced Skill resource while granting an additional independent damage multiplier.
How to use Zibai Effectively?
1. Set Up with Teammates
Start by using your Hydro and Geo support characters to apply Hydro to enemies and provide team buffs (such as DEF or Elemental Mastery). This setup is crucial for consistently triggering Lunar-Crystallize reactions.
2. Switch to Zibai, Activate Core Skills
Switch to Zibai. Use her Elemental Burst (Q) first to deal immediate Geo DMG and apply the Lunar-Crystallize effect. Then, immediately use her Elemental Skill (E) to enter the “Lunar Phase Shift” state. This converts her Normal and Charged Attacks to Geo DMG and allows her to start accumulating Phase Shift Radiance.
3. On-Field Rotation, Trigger Reactions
Remain on Zibai. Perform your Normal and Charged Attack combos. Her 4th Normal Attack hit and the special enhanced Skill “Spirit Steed’s Stride” (consuming Phase Shift Radiance) will deal significant Lunar-Crystallize Reaction DMG. Weave in the enhanced Skill whenever enough Phase Shift Radiance is available.
4. Weave in Burst and Rotate
Once her Elemental Burst is ready again, use it within the “Lunar Phase Shift” state for additional damage. When the state ends or buffs expire, switch back to your supports to re-apply Hydro and refresh buffs, then restart the rotation from step 2.
Talent Leveling Priority
Based on the analysis above, we conclude for Zibai’s talent leveling priority:
Elemental Skill (E) ＞ Elemental Burst (Q) ＞ Normal Attack (A)
Best Weapons For Zibai
| Rank | Weapon | Base ATK (Max) | Substat | Why |
| 5-Star | Lightbearing Moonshard | 542 | CRIT DMG: 88.2% | This weapon is Zibai’s ultimate choice, offering a perfectly timed DEF boost and Lunar-Crystallize DMG bonus that synergizes with her entire damage rotation. |
| 5-Star | Uraku Misugiri | 542 | CRIT DMG: 88.2% | Uraku Misugiri serves as a top-tier 5-star selection for Zibai, delivering 88.2% CRIT DMG, a 24% boost to Elemental Skill DMG, and a 20% DEF increase. This combination of attributes makes it a highly effective choice for any main DPS whose damage scales with DEF. |
| 4-Star | Cinnabar Spindle | 454 | DEF: 69.0% | Cinnabar Spindle stands out as an exceptional 4-star choice for Zibai, delivering a substantial DEF stat boost. Its secondary effect further converts a portion of that DEF into Elemental Skill damage, solidifying its position as an outstanding weapon for any DPS character reliant on DEF scaling. |
Best Artifacts & Stat Priorities
While Zibai does not have a dedicated Artifact set like Columbina, the “Night of the Sky’s Unveiling” set is considered her best-in-slot option due to its well-aligned stats and effects.
 | 2-Pc: Increases Elemental Mastery by 80.4-Pc: When nearby party members trigger Lunar Reactions, if the equipping character is on the field, gain the Gleaming Moon: Intent effect for 4s: Increases CRIT Rate by 15%/30% when the party’s Moonsign is Nascent Gleam/Ascendant Gleam. All party members’ Lunar Reaction DMG is increased by 10% for each different Gleaming Moon effect that party members have. Effects from Gleaming Moon cannot stack. |
| Main Stat | Sub-Stat |
| Sands: DEF / EM Goblet: DEF Circlet: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG | CRIT Rate/CRIT DMG > EM > DEF / Energy Recharge% |
It is important to note that among these stats, Zibai’s DEF should be prioritized to reach at least 2000 before focusing on other attributes. This threshold is crucial to maximize the Base DMG bonus from the Lunar-Crystallize reaction.
Best Zibai Team Compositions
In Zibai’s team composition, Columbina is an absolute must-have, with no equal substitute. She comprehensively elevates the team’s damage by enabling Zibai to benefit from her own talents, boosting the buffs from Hydro and Geo teammates, applying off-field Hydro with her Skill to trigger Lunar-Crystallize reactions, increasing Lunar Reaction DMG with her Burst, and raising the frequency of Moonveil Attacks.
| Main DPS | Support | Support | Support | |
| Lunar-Crystallize Offensive Team |  Zibai |  Zhongli |  Columbina |  Illuga |
| Lunar-Crystallize Survival Team | Zibai | Illuga | Columbina |  Gorou |
Conclusion
Are you tempted, Travelers? First, it’s crucial to understand that pulling for Zibai practically requires already having Columbina, as without the “Maiden,” Zibai loses a key source of Lunar Reaction enhancement, resulting in significantly lower damage output. What’s that? Your wallet feels a little light? Don’t worry! I’ve secured an exclusive, super-discounted offer from Enjoygm‘s boss, letting you acquire both characters at an unbeatable global low price!
