Tingyun — Honkai Star Rail Character Guide

Overview

Premier 4-star support providing massive single-target ATK buffs, raw DMG multipliers, and Energy restoration. SP positive via Basic ATK spam, but all buffs apply to one ally only — best in hypercarry setups.

Single-target Harmony support who grants Benediction to one ally, providing ATK% buff (up to 25% of Tingyun's ATK), a raw DMG multiplier via additional Lightning DMG on attacks, and 50 flat Energy via Ultimate. Plays SP positive by spamming Basic ATK between Skill reapplications, with all buffs concentrated on a single hypercarry target.

Key Mechanics

• Benediction's additional Lightning DMG (40% of ally ATK on their attacks, 60% on Tingyun's attacks via Talent) is a raw DMG multiplier — it is completely undiluted and makes all other buffs on the carry more effective. This is the rarest buff type in the game.
• Benediction lasts 3 turns based on the holder's turn count, not action count. Extra actions (Resurgence, follow-up attacks, Ultimates) do not consume Benediction turns, making it exceptionally efficient with action-advance or extra-turn carries.
• All buffs are single-target only — Tingyun provides zero value to secondary damage dealers. She is strictly a hypercarry support.
• SPD is Tingyun's most important stat because more turns = more Energy from A6 (5/turn), more Basic ATK procs for Talent damage, and faster Ultimate cycling. 112 base SPD (2nd highest in game) amplifies this.
• Ultimate's 50 flat Energy restore is game-changing for high-cost Ultimate carries (Argenti 180, Yunli 120, Clara 120). The Energy is a fixed amount unaffected by Energy Regeneration Rate.

Tingyun FAQ

What relics should Tingyun use?

Tingyun's recommended relic setup is Sacerdos' Relived Ordeal with Sprightly Vonwacq, with stat targets around ATK 2400-2600+, SPD 134 / 143 / 160+, Effect RES 30%+.

What is the best light cone for Tingyun?

A Grounded Ascent is the top listed light cone for Tingyun. Best-in-slot. Regenerates 6-8 Energy per Skill or Ultimate use, dramatically accelerating Tingyun's 130 Energy Ultimate cycle. Stacks up to 3×DMG buff (up to 24% at S1, 48% at S5) on the target ally over 3 turns. SP refund every 2 Skill/Ultimate uses sustains SP economy. Covers everything Tingyun needs.

How should I invest in Tingyun?

Tingyun's first listed investment priority is E6. E6 boosts Ultimate Energy restore from 50 to 60 — the difference that enables full 2-turn Ultimate rotations for 130-140 Energy carries like Yunli, Argenti, and Clara. Most transformative stopping point.

Important Notes

• All buffs are single-target only — Tingyun is wasted in multi-DPS or dual-carry compositions where no single character is the primary buffing target.
• Benediction ATK buff scales with Tingyun's own ATK (capped at 25% of her ATK) — build 2400+ ATK on Tingyun to maximize the buff ceiling.
• High taunt value in game AI — Tingyun gets targeted frequently by enemies, requiring a sustain with strong healing or shields to keep her alive.
• Benediction lasts 3 turns but depletes faster with extremely fast carries — monitor duration and reapply Skill proactively before it expires.

Tingyun Investment Priority

1. E6 — E6 boosts Ultimate Energy restore from 50 to 60 — the difference that enables full 2-turn Ultimate rotations for 130-140 Energy carries like Yunli, Argenti, and Clara. Most transformative stopping point.
2. E4 — Benediction DMG multiplier +20% is a rare undiluted multiplier that makes all other buffs more valuable. Best eidolon before E6.
3. LC S1 — A Grounded Ascent provides Energy Regen for faster Ultimate cycling and stacking DMG buffs for the target ally — best LC available for Tingyun.
4. E2 — Energy on kill helps carry reach Ultimates faster in multi-wave content. Solid but limited to kill-heavy modes.

Tingyun Relics and Stat Targets

Recommended: Sacerdos' Relived Ordeal with Sprightly Vonwacq

Stat targets: ATK 2400-2600+, SPD 134 / 143 / 160+, Effect RES 30%+

Main stats: Body: ATK% > HP% · Feet: SPD · Sphere: ATK% > HP% · Rope: Energy Regen

Best Tingyun Light Cones

• A Grounded Ascent (Best in Slot): Best-in-slot. Regenerates 6-8 Energy per Skill or Ultimate use, dramatically accelerating Tingyun's 130 Energy Ultimate cycle. Stacks up to 3×DMG buff (up to 24% at S1, 48% at S5) on the target ally over 3 turns. SP refund every 2 Skill/Ultimate uses sustains SP economy. Covers everything Tingyun needs.
• Dance! Dance! Dance!: Strong action advance option. When Tingyun uses Ultimate, all allies advance forward 16% (S1) to 24% (S5), enabling higher speed breakpoints and reducing cycle counts. Most valuable in Memory of Chaos and Apocalyptic Shadow with tight cycle requirements. At S5 outperforms many 5-star alternatives.
• But the Battle Isn't Over: Solid 5-star alternative. +10% Energy Regen Rate helps Tingyun reach 130 Energy faster. SP refund after every 2 Ultimates sustains SP-neutral rotations. DMG buff on next ally after Skill use (30% at S1) works well when Tingyun acts before the DPS. Requires correct turn order to activate the DMG buff reliably.
• Planetary Rendezvous: Conditional 4-star with element restriction. +12% team-wide DMG for allies sharing Tingyun's Lightning element. Only viable with Lightning carries (Jing Yuan, Acheron in select setups). Easily obtainable from standard banner — reasonable budget pick when running a Lightning-primary team.