Electro-Charged
A crackling storm of water and lightning that burns foes over time.
Electro-Charged is a fundamental elemental reaction within Teyvat that occurs when Electro and Hydro elements collide on an enemy target. Unlike reactions that deal immediate burst damage, this interaction creates a lingering field of energy that continuously damages opponents over time while applying both elements to the affected area. It serves as a cornerstone for many team compositions, particularly those aiming to apply status effects or sustain pressure without relying solely on single-hit bursts.
- elemental_components
- Electro and Hydro
- damage_type
- Continuous Electro damage over time
- application_behavior
- Applies Electro and Hydro periodically
- status_effect
- Can cause enemies to be knocked back (if not grounded)
- interaction_with_other_elements
- Triggers Aggravate when combined with Dendro on the same target
Lore & Background
Historically, this phenomenon has been observed in regions like Liyue and Inazuma, where the interplay between moisture and static energy creates unpredictable weather patterns. While some scholars view it as a natural occurrence, adepti and samurai alike have learned to harness this reaction through elemental infusion, turning the very air into a weapon that saps vitality from enemies with relentless, crackling precision.
In Their Own Story
The rain in Inazuma fell softly against the stone walls of the shrine, but for the Traveler, it was merely fuel. As the Hydro application from their bowstring met the Electro aura surrounding the Hilichurl, the air instantly grew heavy with ozone. The enemy did not fall immediately; instead, blue sparks began to dance across its skin, causing it to twitch and stumble as the continuous reaction drained its strength. With every step the creature took, it sparked against the wet ground, trapped in a cage of its own making until it finally collapsed under the weight of the storm.
Reader's Guide
Electro-Charged is triggered by applying Electro to a Hydro-affected target or vice versa, creating a field that deals periodic damage. This reaction does not consume the existing elemental aura immediately, allowing for repeated applications if the duration is managed correctly. Weapons such as Catalysts and Bows often excel here due to their ability to apply elements from range without interruption. Characters like Xingqiu or Mona provide consistent Hydro application, while Fischl or Beidou offer persistent Electro fields that keep the reaction active. Optimal teams usually pair a dedicated Electro applicator with a Hydro support who can maintain uptime. Adding a Dendro character can further enhance damage by triggering Aggravate on top of the continuous Electro-Charged ticks, creating a devastating cycle of elemental pressure.
Did You Know?
- Electro-Charged is one of the few reactions that deals damage over time rather than instant burst damage.
- The reaction can cause enemies to be knocked back if they are not heavy enough or grounded properly.
- Combining Electro-Charged with Dendro triggers Aggravate, significantly increasing Electro damage dealt by all sources.