Diona Kätzlein, the self-proclaimed Wine Industry Slayer, is a supporting character fromGenshin Impact who works as a bartender at Cat’s Tail and is the daughter of a hunter named Draff Kätzlein. Despite her job, she hates alcohol and aims to ruin the wine industry in Mondstadt. However, this task is difficult since her customers adore her drinks.
Talents
Normal Attack (Katzlien Style)
Katzlein Style is the combat style of Diona in Genshin Impact. Her normal attack involves shooting up to five consecutive shots using a bow. With the charged attack, she can perform a more accurate aimed shot that causes more damage. While aiming, the arrowhead accumulates biting frost, and a fully charged shot releases a frost arrow that deals with Cryo damage. Her plunging attack includes firing a shower of arrows while in mid-air before landing and causing area of effect damage upon impact.
Elemental Skill (Icy Paws)
Diona has a special ability called Icy Paw, which involves firing a paw-shaped projectile at opponents that deals with Cryo damage and creates a shield on impact. The amount of damage the shield can absorb is determined by Diona’s maximum health, while its duration depends on the number of Icy Paws that successfully hit the target.
By pressing the ability button, Diona can rapidly fire two Icy Paws. She will quickly dash backward if the ability button is held down before launching five Icy Paws. The shield created by a held attack will have a 75% damage absorption bonus.
The shield also provides a significant bonus in absorbing 250% Cryo damage. However, when the shield is formed, the active character will be affected by Cryo for a brief period.
Elemental Burst (Signature Mix)
Diona has a unique ability to throw a cold brew that causes area of effect Cryo damage and generates a Drunken Mist within the same area. The Drunken Mist results in continuous Cryo damage to opponents within the area while also restoring the health of characters within it.
Ascension 1 Passive
Diona gains the “Cat’s Tail Secret Menu” talent, giving special benefits to characters protected by her Icy Paws shield. Characters that Icy Paws shield will have a 10% increase in movement speed and a 10% reduction in stamina consumption.
Ascension 4 Passive
Diona unlocks the “Drunkards’ Farce” talent, which reduces opponents’ attack by 10% for 15 seconds when they enter the area of effect of her Signature Mix ability.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Diona is an exceptional support character with her elemental skill which regenerates the HP of her allies within the AOE while dealing damage to her enemies within the AOE.
- She can regenerate energy particles using the Sacrificial Bow.
- She is also an excellent Cryo applicator because of her elemental burst that deals Cyro AOE damage to her enemies. Making her a valuable asset in battle.
Cons
- The duration of Diona’s shield can be inconsistent.
- Her Elemental Burst ability has a high energy cost.
- Diona has an unusual Ascension Stat for a support character.
Diona’s Best Build and Weapon
Diona’s Support Build
Sacrificial Bow
- Diona benefits greatly from a high Energy Recharge stat, allowing for a higher up-time of her Elemental Burst ability.
- Her Elemental Skill can be used twice quickly, resulting in a longer up-time of her shield and more energy recharge opportunities.
Elegy For The End
- A high Energy Recharge stat is crucial for Diona’s longer up-time of her Elemental Burst ability.
- In addition to shielding her teammates, Diona also provides a buff to her team.
Favonius Warbow
- Having a high Energy Recharge stat provides Diona with notable advantages, enabling her to use her abilities for extended periods.
- Her ability to provide Energy Particles to the team is increased with a higher Energy Recharge stat.
- To ensure consistency, it’s recommended to invest in CRIT Rate for Diona.
Best Artifacts
Noblesse Oblige
- The Noblesse Oblige set is a highly recommended choice for support characters, but it’s important to note that the 4-piece bonus doesn’t stack. As a result, it’s recommended to have only one team member using this set bonus.
Tenacity of the Millelith
- If you maximize Diona’s ceiling HP and rely on her skill, use this ability. Remember that Diona’s strength is also tied to her HP.
Emblem of the Severed Fate
- Based on the user’s Energy Recharge, the 4-piece set bonus provides a 25% increase in Elemental Burst DMG. This allows for a potential bonus DMG of up to 75% for Diona’s Elemental Burst.
Diona’s Elemental Burst requires significant energy and is her sole source of healing. To ensure consistent recovery, it is essential to have a high Energy Recharge stat. Equipping weapons with Energy Recharge can aid Diona in managing her energy consumption.
Best Team Comp
We have created a list of team compositions that include Diona for various levels, from those with 5-star characters to those more accessible to free-to-play players.
Premium Team for Diona
- Diluc
- Venti
- Xingqui
Diona, as support, can apply Cryo to enemies using her Elemental Skill and create a shield, making her a reliable Cryo spreader. The main damage dealer will be Diluc, who can use his skills to trigger Melt after Diona applies Cryo with her Elemental Skill. He can stay on the field until Diona’s skills are off cooldown. Venti helps group enemies, and his Elemental Burst can be followed by Diona’s Elemental Skill to create a Cryo swirl. This can be finished off with Diluc to trigger Melt. Xingqiu can give additional off-field damage.
Free to Play Friendly Party
- Xiangling
- Amber
- Anemo Traveler
In this team composition, Diona will be a supporting character who can provide elemental reactions, shields, and healing as required. Xiangling will be the primary damage dealer, relying on her physical and pyro damage output to carry the team. With Amber also in the team, the Pyro resonance effect will boost the team’s damage.
Additionally, Amber can provide crowd control with her elemental skill, Fiery Rain. Lastly, the Anemo Traveler can debuff enemies using Viridiscent Venerer, contributing to the team’s overall damage output.
How to use Diona
In general, it is recommended to use Diona as a support, taking advantage of her elemental burst, which damages the opponents in the areas while regenerating the health of her allies. Diona can also be very significant in a team by providing shields, healing, decreasing stamina consumption, buffing, and providing energy.
If you’re looking for a versatile Cryo support character in Genshin Impact, Diona is worth considering. With the right team composition, Diona can be a great team asset. Share your thoughts and experiences with Diona in the comments below, and let us know how she’s helped you on your journey. Happy Adventures ahead!
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