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| Rarity | (4-Star) |
| Element | Hydro |
| Weapon | Claymore |
| Best Role | Off-Field Hydro / Lunar Support |
| Stat Priority | EM > ER > ATK |
| Tier | A (Nod-Krai Specialist) |
Aino is the genius inventor of the Clink-Clank Krumkake Craftshop in Nod-Krai. As the first Hydro Claymore user, she provides consistent off-field Hydro application via her "Cool Your Jets Ducky" turret. While comparable to Xingqiu, her true value lies in buffing Lunar Reactions and increasing the party's Moonsign level.
Pros
- First off-field Hydro Claymore user (Unique weapon options).
- Increases Party "Moonsign" level (Essential for Lauma/Flins).
- Massive EM buffs for Lunar-Charged and Lunar-Bloom teams.
- Turret has excellent uptime (comparable to Kokomi).
Cons
- Lower personal damage than Xingqiu/Yelan.
- Restricted to Nod-Krai teammates for full potential.
- Turret is stationary (Circle Impact).
- Claymore hit lag can feel clunky if played on-field.
Quick Guide (TL;DR)
If you don't have time for the math, here is the cheat sheet.
- Best Artifact: 4pc Silken Moon's Serenade (BiS Support).
- Alt Artifact: 4pc Flower of Paradise Lost (Hyperbloom/Lunar Bloom).
- Best Weapon: Master Key (Craftable Nod-Krai Claymore).
- Support Weapon: Favonius Greatsword (Universal Battery).
- F2P Weapon: Mailed Flower (EM Stat Stick) or Rain Slasher.
- Main Stats: SANDS: ER% or EM | GOBLET: Hydro DMG or EM | CIRCLET: CRIT or EM.
- Talent Priority: Elemental Burst > Elemental Skill > Normal Attack.
- Top Team: Aino + Lauma + Flins + Nefer (Nod-Krai Moon Team).
Pro Tip: Aino is the cheapest way to activate the "Gibbous" Moonsign tier. Even if you don't use her for damage, just having her in the party buffs your 5-star Nod-Krai characters significantly.
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| Category | Material Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Ascension | Krumkake Gear (Placeholder) | Nod-Krai Local Specialty (Factory Zone) |
| Boss Drop | Frostmoon Core | New 6.0 World Boss |
| Talent Books | Teachings of Innovation | Nod-Krai Talent Domain (Mon/Thu/Sun) |
Talent Breakdown & Mechanics
Elemental Skill: Musecatcher
- Deployment: Aino throws her Musecatcher device. It can be tapped for auto-target or held to aim.
- Turret Mode: Deploys a field that deals AoE Hydro DMG every 2s.
- Dragging: Unique to Claymores, Aino can drag enemies slightly with the anchor, providing minor crowd control.
Elemental Burst: Precision Hydronic Cooler
- Cost: 60 Energy | Cooldown: 15s
- Cool Your Jets Ducky: Summons a giant mechanical duck (yes, really) that bombards the area with Hydro.
- Moonsign Synergy: The fire rate and AoE of the Ducky increase based on the party's "Moonsign" level (ascendant/gibbous).
- Off-Field Application: Applies Hydro fast enough to support Dendro cores or Electro-Charged, but maybe not Hu Tao Vape solo.
Passive: Modular Efficiency Protocol
- The Buffer: When Aino triggers a Hydro-related reaction, she boosts the party's Elemental Mastery by 60-120 (scaling with Moonsign level). This makes her a budget Nilou/Nahida hybrid for Lunar teams.
Talent Priority Order:
- Elemental Burst (Level 9) - Main source of Hydro App.
- Elemental Skill (Level 8) - Positioning tool.
- Normal Attack (Level 1) - Ignore.
Stat Requirements & ER Thresholds
Aino is an off-field support, so ER is king. She needs to burst every rotation to maintain the Hydro field.
| Team Context | Weapon | ER Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Solo Hydro | Favonius Greatsword | 180% - 200% |
| Double Hydro (w/ Yelan) | Master Key (EM) | 150% - 160% |
| Lunar Team (Triple Nod-Krai) | Any | 130% - 140% |
Substat Priority:
- Energy Recharge (Until requirement met)
- Elemental Mastery (Buff scaling)
- ATK% (Damage scaling)
- CRIT Rate (Favonius trigger)
Best Artifacts Comparison
| Set Name | Role | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| 4pc Silken Moon's Serenade | BiS Support | Specifically designed for Nod-Krai supports. Buffs Lunar Reaction DMG and Elemental Mastery for the team. |
| 4pc Noblesse Oblige | General ATK Buff | If you aren't running a Lunar team, the standard 20% ATK buff is always reliable. |
| 4pc Flower of Paradise Lost | Hyperbloom | If Aino is triggering blooms herself (less likely), this maximizes reaction damage. |
Weapon Rankings
| Weapon | Type | Performance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Key | EM | S | Nod-Krai Craftable. Grants huge EM buffs based on ER. Perfect synergy with her kit. |
| Favonius Greatsword | ER% | S (Comfort) | Essential for smooth rotations in energy-starved teams. |
| Mailed Flower | EM | A (Event) | High EM stat stick. Good for personal reaction damage. |
| Rainslasher | EM | A- | Use if you lack the above options. Passive works in Electro-Charged teams. |
Constellation Value
Aino is a 4-star, so C6 is the goal for maximum support capability.
- C1: Theory of Ash-Field - (Buff) After using Skill/Burst, increases her own EM by 80. Shares this EM with the team. Basic but solid support.
- C4: Butter and Cats - (Energy) Restores 10 Energy when Skill hits an opponent. Massive QoL upgrade that allows you to drop ER for more offensive stats.
- C6: Burden of Creative Genius - (The Big One) Increases DMG of Electro-Charged, Bloom, and Lunar-Bloom reactions by 15%. If in Ascendant Gleam (Moonsign), this doubles to 30%. This is her Kazuha C2 equivalent.
Verdict: C4 makes her comfortable. C6 makes her meta.
Top Team Compositions
1. Lunar Bloom (Lauma Team)
- Main DPS: Lauma (Dendro)
- Sub-DPS: Flins (Electro)
- Hydro Support: Aino
- Flex: Nahida / Baizhu
Why it works: Aino + Lauma + Flins activates the max "Moonsign" buffs. Aino applies Hydro for blooms, while Flins triggers them. Lauma drives the reaction on-field.
2. Budget Nilou Bloom
- Driver: Nilou
- Hydro: Aino
- Dendro: Nahida
- Healer: Yaoyao / Baizhu
Why it works: Aino works as a budget Kokomi/Xingqiu replacement. She provides Hydro application and EM buffs (C1) which directly benefit Bountiful Cores.
Rotations & Combos
Standard Support Rotation:Aino Q (Deploy Ducky) > Aino E (Generate Particles) > Swap to Main DPS
Tip: Always Burst first if using C1/C6 buffs to ensure the Main DPS gets the full duration of the EM boost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is she better than Xingqiu?
Generally, no. Xingqiu offers damage reduction, interrupt resistance, and faster hydro app. Aino is better specifically in Nod-Krai / Lunar teams where her passive buffs shine.
What is "Moonsign"?
It's a regional mechanic from Version 6.0. Having 2+ Nod-Krai characters in a team increases the Moonsign level (Ascendant/Gibbous), unlocking extra passives on characters like Aino and Lauma.
Data Source: Version 6.0 Beta Leaks. Last Updated: October 2025
