《Genshin Impact New Character: Shikako, the Sword Dancer in an Ice and Snow Fairy Tale》
In this cold winter, Genshin Impact has brought us a new character—Shikako. This ice-element, one-handed sword warrior, like a fairy from an ice and snow fairy tale, brings a fresh experience to the game with her unique skills and mechanisms. In this article, we will introduce this new character in a light-hearted and humorous way.
Chapter 1: What Kind of Girl is Shikako?
In the world of Genshin Impact, Shikako is a 5-star ice-element character who wields a one-handed sword. She shares some similarities with the fire god but is also quite different. Her elemental burst does not rely on the troublesome “elemental energy” but instead uses a special resource called “Serpent’s Cunning.” This design makes her more flexible in battle, like a mischievous fairy who can showcase her cleverness anytime, anywhere.
Shikako has two combat styles: The first is her “Normal/Charge Attack,” where clicking her elemental skill will put her into “Seven Strikes in One Flash” mode, consuming “Serpent’s Cunning” to enhance her attacks, resembling a beautiful sword dance. The second is her “Burst Damage,” where she uses all her “Serpent’s Cunning” to unleash her elemental burst, “Finality: Decimation.” The damage of this skill depends on how much “Serpent’s Cunning” she consumes, much like a little girl who saves up candies and then enjoys eating them all at once.
Chapter 2: How to Make Shikako Stronger?

Talent Priority: What Are Her Specialties?

To make Shikako perform exceptionally well in battle, we need to prioritize upgrading her talents. Her “Finality: Decimation” is the most important, as it determines her burst damage, like a magician’s trump card that must be mastered. Next is “Finality: Flash,” which makes her attacks more agile, like a dancer’s steps on stage. While “Finality: Sever” is her basic skill, it is essential but doesn’t need to be overly focused on, much like a child’s ABCs—something that must be learned but doesn’t need to be extraordinary.

Weapon Recommendations: Her Reliable Helpers

As a damage dealer who relies on attack power, Shikako needs a good sword. Here are a few weapons that can make her stronger:

Celestial Shanghai (5★): This sword is her dedicated weapon, tailored just for her like a custom-made dance dress. It not only increases her attack power but also further enhances her attack and critical damage after she uses her elemental skill, like a perfect dance partner.

Mistsplitter Reforged (5★): The effect of this sword is like a mysterious spell, allowing Shikako to stack “Mistsplitter’s Shattered Samsara” in battle, increasing her elemental damage. It’s like a loyal partner who always lends a hand when needed.

Harbinger of Sango (5★): The effect of this sword is like a small trap, allowing Shikako to accumulate “Waveblooms” when her teammates use their elemental skills, further increasing her normal attack damage. It’s like a clever little sprite that always catches the enemy off guard.

If you don’t want to spend too much, you can choose one of the following 4-star swords:

Wolf’s Fang (4★): This sword increases Shikako’s elemental skill and burst damage, like an enthusiastic teacher who always encourages her to do better.

Black Sword (4★): This sword enhances Shikako’s combat abilities, particularly when her HP is high, making her a more formidable fighter on the battlefield.