Skill cooldowns play a vital role in the strategic gameplay of Genshin Impact. Each character faces limitations imposed by these cooldowns, requiring players to plan rotations efficiently to maximize effectiveness. Some characters, however, encounter significant challenges due to exceptionally long cooldown periods, impacting their utility and combat prowess. Here are some of the characters in Genshin Impact grappling with the highest skill cooldowns.
8 Klee - Jumpy Dumpty
Klee heavily relies on her Elemental Burst and Basic attacks for damage output, relegating her Elemental Skill to a supporting role. Despite a 20s cooldown on her Elemental Skill, Klee benefits from having two charges, ensuring a continuous supply of mines during battles.
7 Xingqiu - Guhua Sword: Fatal Rainscreen
Xingqiu's Elemental Skill, with a 21s cooldown, complements his role as a Hydro Battery. To optimize his energy generation, players are advised to focus on Energy Recharge stats or utilize a Sacrificial Sword for cooldown resets.
6 Noelle - Breastplate
Noelle's shield, tied to her 24s cooldown Elemental Skill, poses a challenge due to its short duration of 12 seconds. Players aiming for sustained shielding may need to consider alternative characters with more efficient defensive capabilities.
5 Fischl - Nightrider
Fischl's 25s cooldown on her Elemental Skill, Nightrider, limits the duration of her summoned ally, Oz. Strategic use of her Elemental Burst can extend Oz's presence on the battlefield, mitigating the impact of the lengthy cooldown.
4 Arlecchino - All Is Ash
Arlecchino's utility offsets the challenge of her 30s cooldown Elemental Skill through cooldown reduction mechanics. Coupled with skill resets from her Elemental Burst and gradual cooldown reduction from Pyro-infused attacks, Arlecchino effectively manages her cooldown limitations.
3 Qiqi - Adeptus Art: Herald of Frost
Qiqi's healing Elemental Skill, with a 30s cooldown, offers valuable team support but requires careful timing to ensure sustained healing. Her Elemental Burst provides additional healing output, compensating for the extended cooldown period.
2 Barbara - Let the Show Begin
Barbara's 32s cooldown Elemental Skill, while offering healing, presents challenges with its duration and side effects. Players must navigate the Hydro application effects to avoid adverse elemental interactions, making strategic skill management crucial.
1 Tartaglia - Foul Legacy: Raging Tide
Tartaglia's intricate cooldown mechanics result in one of the longest cooldowns in the game. With a dynamic cooldown ranging from 6 to 45s, players must carefully manage his Melee Stance to optimize his combat effectiveness.