Hydro
Skirk team
Cryo · FreezePlays HydroCryo carry with a second Cryo for resonance CRIT and two Hydro units to keep targets frozen and feed Furina’s buff.
SkirkMain DPS
EscoffierCryo · Healer
Mona — this characterHydro
FurinaHydro · Buffer
Default · 1/2
Mondstadt
Mona
Build guide · Genshin Impact
5-star
HydroCatalystSupport
Astral Reflection
The best Mona build in Genshin Impact (Version 7.0) is Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers with Celestial Gift. Updated August 22, 2026
Where these rankings come fromThe weapon order, artifact sets and stat priorities on this tab are prydwen.gg’s, measured in play and rephrased. Relative damage figures are ratios against the bottom of each ranking, not absolute numbers, and each one holds only for the refinement and team its row states. Everything else — base stats, passive text, material totals — is read from the game’s own data.
Weapons
Artifacts
Also works
Main stats
- Sands
- Energy Recharge
- Goblet
- Anything
- Circlet
- CRIT Rate / AnythingCRIT Rate should be built when using Favonius Codex, as is commonly the case. Otherwise, maximizing Energy Recharge% to meet Mona’s Energy Recharge requirements takes priority.
Substat priority
- 1ERBest
Mona should stack as much Energy Recharge as she requires, and then some. To reliably access her Burst every rotation. CRIT Rate should be built when using Favonius Codex to trigger it reliably.
Talent priority
#1
Burst
Max first
Mona’s buffing can only scale further with investment into her Elemental Burst, which increases the DMG bonus and duration of the Omen effect. Her Normal Attack talent can be considered at C6 if playing Mona as a DPS. Her Skill is entirely unnecessary to level for Mona’s functionality.
Teams
Genshin Impact 5★ Hydro Catalyst Support
Mona build summary
Updated August 22, 2026Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers tops the weapon ranking for Mona at R5, ahead of Favonius Codex and Prototype Amber. That order is prydwen.gg's, measured in play and rephrased here; every row of it sits under Weapons below.
Run Celestial Gift on Mona, with Noblesse Oblige behind it. Main stats are Energy Recharge sands, Anything goblet, CRIT Rate / Anything circlet. Roll substats in the order ER.
Talent priority is Burst. The Elemental Burst costs 60 energy, which is what an Energy Recharge target has to clear.
Mona plays Hydro in the Skirk team, alongside Skirk, Escoffier and Furina.
- Role
- Support
- Best weapon
- Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers
- Alternatives
- Favonius Codex, Prototype Amber
- Artifact set
- Celestial Gift
- Main stats
- Energy Recharge sands, Anything goblet, CRIT Rate / Anything circlet
- Substats priority
- ER
- Talent priority
- Burst
- Burst energy cost
- 60 energy
- Key ascension material
- 168× Philanemo Mushroom
- Last updated
- August 22, 2026
Combat talents
Normal
Ripple of Fate
Normal Attack Performs up to 4 water splash attacks that deal Hydro DMG.
Charged Attack Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to deal AoE Hydro DMG after a short casting time.
Plunging Attack Gathering the might of Hydro, Mona plunges towards the ground from mid-air, damaging all opponents in her path. Deals AoE Hydro DMG upon impact with the ground.
Talent level
10 is the cap from materials; C3 and C5 add +3.
- 1-Hit DMG
- 67.7%
- 2-Hit DMG
- 64.8%
- 3-Hit DMG
- 80.6%
- 4-Hit DMG
- 101.1%
- Charged Attack DMG
- 269.5%
- Charged Attack Stamina Cost
- 50.0
- Plunge DMG
- 112.3%
- Low/High Plunge DMG
- 224.6%/280.6%
All 15 levels
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 37.6% | 40.4% | 43.2% | 47.0% | 49.8% | 52.6% | 56.4% | 60.2% | 63.9% | 67.7% | 71.4% | 75.2% | 79.9% | 84.6% | 89.3% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 36.0% | 38.7% | 41.4% | 45.0% | 47.7% | 50.4% | 54.0% | 57.6% | 61.2% | 64.8% | 68.4% | 72.0% | 76.5% | 81.0% | 85.5% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 44.8% | 48.2% | 51.5% | 56.0% | 59.4% | 62.7% | 67.2% | 71.7% | 76.2% | 80.6% | 85.1% | 89.6% | 95.2% | 100.8% | 106.4% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 56.2% | 60.4% | 64.6% | 70.2% | 74.4% | 78.6% | 84.2% | 89.9% | 95.5% | 101.1% | 106.7% | 112.3% | 119.3% | 126.4% | 133.4% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 149.7% | 160.9% | 172.2% | 187.2% | 198.4% | 209.6% | 224.6% | 239.6% | 254.5% | 269.5% | 285.1% | 305.4% | 325.8% | 346.2% | 366.5% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 56.8% | 61.5% | 66.1% | 72.7% | 77.3% | 82.6% | 89.9% | 97.1% | 104.4% | 112.3% | 120.3% | 128.2% | 136.1% | 144.1% | 152.0% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 113.6%/141.9% | 122.9%/153.5% | 132.1%/165.0% | 145.3%/181.5% | 154.6%/193.1% | 165.2%/206.3% | 179.7%/224.5% | 194.2%/242.6% | 208.8%/260.8% | 224.6%/280.6% | 240.5%/300.4% | 256.3%/320.2% | 272.2%/340.0% | 288.0%/359.8% | 303.9%/379.6% |
Skill
Mirror Reflection of Doom
Creates an illusory Phantom of Fate from coalesced waterspouts.
Phantom Has the following special properties: · Continuously taunts nearby opponents, attracting their fire. · Continuously deals Hydro DMG to nearby opponents. · When its duration expires, the Phantom explodes, dealing AoE Hydro DMG.
Hold Utilizes water currents to move backwards swiftly before conjuring a Phantom.
Only one Phantom created by Mirror Reflection of Doom can exist at any time.
Skilled astrologers have always dreamed of using a phantom facsimile of themselves to ward off imminent ill fate, but Mona must be the first to make such a mockery of it in all of Teyvat.
Talent level
10 is the cap from materials; C3 and C5 add +3.
- DoT
- 57.6%
- Explosion DMG
- 239.0%
- CD
- 12.0s
All 15 levels
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DoT | 32.0% | 34.4% | 36.8% | 40.0% | 42.4% | 44.8% | 48.0% | 51.2% | 54.4% | 57.6% | 60.8% | 64.0% | 68.0% | 72.0% | 76.0% |
| Explosion DMG | 132.8% | 142.8% | 152.7% | 166.0% | 176.0% | 185.9% | 199.2% | 212.5% | 225.8% | 239.0% | 252.3% | 265.6% | 282.2% | 298.8% | 315.4% |
| CD | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
Burst
Stellaris Phantasm
Mona summons the sparkling waves and creates a reflection of the starry sky, applying the Illusory Bubble status to opponents in a large AoE.
Illusory Bubble Traps opponents inside a pocket of destiny and also makes them Wet. Renders weaker opponents immobile. When an opponent affected by Illusory Bubble sustains DMG, it has the following effects: · Applies an Omen to the opponent, which gives a DMG Bonus, also increasing the DMG of the attack that causes it. · Removes the Illusory Bubble, dealing Hydro DMG in the process.
Omen During its duration, increases DMG taken by opponents.
It was from the time that gods first traced the lights in the heavens with their eyes that the notion of "fate" was born.
Talent level
10 is the cap from materials; C3 and C5 add +3.
- Illusory Bubble Duration
- 8.0s
- Illusory Bubble Explosion DMG
- 796.3%
- DMG Bonus
- 60.0%
- Omen Duration
- 5.0s
- CD
- 15.0s
- Energy Cost
- 60
All 15 levels
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illusory Bubble Duration | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s |
| Illusory Bubble Explosion DMG | 442.4% | 475.6% | 508.8% | 553.0% | 586.2% | 619.4% | 663.6% | 707.8% | 752.1% | 796.3% | 840.6% | 884.8% | 940.1% | 995.4% | 1050.7% |
| DMG Bonus | 42.0% | 44.0% | 46.0% | 48.0% | 50.0% | 52.0% | 54.0% | 56.0% | 58.0% | 60.0% | 60.0% | 60.0% | 60.0% | 60.0% | 60.0% |
| Omen Duration | 4.0s | 4.0s | 4.0s | 4.5s | 4.5s | 4.5s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s | 5.0s |
| CD | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s |
| Energy Cost | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Sprint
Illusory Torrent
Alternate Sprint Mona cloaks herself within the water's flow, consuming Stamina to move rapidly.
When under the effect of Illusory Torrent, Mona can move at high speed on water. Applies the Wet status to nearby opponents when she reappears.
This is something that Mona can do, but her teacher cannot. Well, but it's not as if her teacher would pursue any matter concerning Hydro Visions anyway...
- Activation Stamina Consumption
- 10.00
- Stamina Drain
- 15.00/s
All 1 levels
| Attribute | 1 |
|---|---|
| Activation Stamina Consumption | 10.00 |
| Stamina Drain | 15.00/s |
Passives
Passive
"Come 'n' Get Me, Hag!"
After she has used Illusory Torrent for 2s, if there are any opponents nearby, Mona will automatically create a Phantom. A Phantom created in this manner lasts for 2s, and its explosion DMG is equal to 50% of Mirror Reflection of Doom.
Passive
Waterborne Destiny
Increases Mona's Hydro DMG Bonus by a degree equivalent to 20% of her Energy Recharge rate.
Passive
Principium of Astrology
When Mona crafts Weapon Ascension Materials, she has a 25% chance to refund a portion of the crafting materials used.
Passive
Witch's Eve Rite: Genesis of Starsigns
After completing Witch's Homework: Of Untested Insight, Mona will become a Hexerei character. When the party includes at least 2 Hexerei characters, you will gain the Hexerei: Secret Rite effect, which enhances Hexerei characters.
Hexerei: Secret Rite When Mona's Normal Attacks or Charged Attacks hit an opponent, she gains 1 stack of Astral Glow of Mercury, for 8s. Max 3 stacks. This effect can grant at most one stack every 0.1s. When other party members trigger a Vaporize reaction on an enemy, all Astral Glow of Mercury stacks are consumed. Each stack consumed increases the damage of that Vaporize reaction by 5%. Additionally, when Mona's Normal Attacks or Charged Attacks hit an opponent, the enemy's Omen duration is extended by 2s. This effect can trigger at most once every 0.5s, and can extend the Omen by up to 8s through this method.
Full bill
Level 90 and every talent to 10
7,030,000
Mora 17 material lines
Ascension to 90
420,000
Mora 9 materials · 6 steps
All 4 talents to 10
6,610,000
Mora 4× the single-talent bill
Ascension
- Lv 40
Varunada Lazurite Sliver ×1
Philanemo Mushroom ×3
Whopperflower Nectar ×320,000Mora
- Lv 50
Cleansing Heart ×2
Varunada Lazurite Fragment ×3Philanemo Mushroom ×10Whopperflower Nectar ×1540,000Mora
- Lv 60Cleansing Heart ×4Varunada Lazurite Fragment ×6
Shimmering Nectar ×12Philanemo Mushroom ×2060,000Mora
- Lv 70Cleansing Heart ×8
Varunada Lazurite Chunk ×3Shimmering Nectar ×18Philanemo Mushroom ×3080,000Mora
- Lv 80Cleansing Heart ×12Varunada Lazurite Chunk ×6
Energy Nectar ×12Philanemo Mushroom ×45100,000Mora
- Lv 90
Varunada Lazurite Gemstone ×6Cleansing Heart ×20Energy Nectar ×24Philanemo Mushroom ×60120,000Mora
Total to level 90
420,000 Mora
Varunada Lazurite Gemstone ×6Cleansing Heart ×46Varunada Lazurite Chunk ×9Energy Nectar ×36Varunada Lazurite Fragment ×9Shimmering Nectar ×30Varunada Lazurite Sliver ×1Philanemo Mushroom ×168Whopperflower Nectar ×18Talent materials
- → 2
Teachings of Resistance ×3Whopperflower Nectar ×612,500Mora
- → 3
Guide to Resistance ×2Shimmering Nectar ×317,500Mora
- → 4Guide to Resistance ×4Shimmering Nectar ×4
25,000Mora
- → 5Guide to Resistance ×6Shimmering Nectar ×6
30,000Mora
- → 6Guide to Resistance ×9Shimmering Nectar ×9
37,500Mora
- → 7
Ring of Boreas ×1
Philosophies of Resistance ×4Energy Nectar ×4120,000Mora
- → 8Ring of Boreas ×1Philosophies of Resistance ×6Energy Nectar ×6
260,000Mora
- → 9Ring of Boreas ×2Philosophies of Resistance ×12Energy Nectar ×9
450,000Mora
- → 10
Crown of Insight ×1Ring of Boreas ×2Philosophies of Resistance ×16Energy Nectar ×12700,000Mora
One talent to 10
1,652,500 Mora
Crown of Insight ×1Ring of Boreas ×6Philosophies of Resistance ×38Energy Nectar ×31Guide to Resistance ×21Shimmering Nectar ×22Teachings of Resistance ×3Whopperflower Nectar ×6All 4 talents to 10
6,610,000 Mora
Crown of Insight ×4Ring of Boreas ×24Philosophies of Resistance ×152Energy Nectar ×124Guide to Resistance ×84Shimmering Nectar ×88Teachings of Resistance ×12Whopperflower Nectar ×24Mona’s constellation — Astrolabos
C1Prophecy of Submersion
When any of your own party members hits an opponent affected by an Omen, the effects of Hydro-related Elemental Reactions are enhanced for 8s: · Electro-Charged DMG increases by 15%, Lunar-Charged DMG increases by 15%, Vaporize DMG increases by 15%, Hydro Swirl DMG increases by 15%, Lunar-Crystallize DMG increases by 15%. · Frozen duration is extended by 15%.
C2Lunar Chain
When a Normal Attack hits, there is a 20% chance that it will be automatically followed by a Charged Attack. This effect can only occur once every 5s.
C3Restless Revolution
Increases the Level of Stellaris Phantasm by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
C4Prophecy of Oblivion
When any party member attacks an opponent affected by an Omen, their CRIT Rate is increased by 15%.
C5Mockery of Fortuna
Increases the Level of Mirror Reflection of Doom by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
C6Rhetorics of Calamitas
Upon entering Illusory Torrent, Mona gains a 60% increase to the DMG of her next Charged Attack per second of movement. A maximum DMG Bonus of 180% can be achieved in this manner. The effect lasts for no more than 8s.
Mona’s outfits
DefaultFlowing Fate
Mona's outfit. A light astrologist's outfit that does away with superfluous fabric to provide top quality at an affordable price.
OutfitPact of Stars and Moon
Mona's outfit. A costume made specifically to encompass the astrological concept of "the destined moment," thanks to the 30% discount ticket she got from the celestial globe refund.
Names, descriptions and art from the game data. Pick an outfit on the stage to see it full size.
Mona FAQ
- What element is Mona?
- Mona is a 5-star Hydro character from Mondstadt who uses a catalyst, released in version 1.0.
- What stat does Mona scale on?
- Mona's abilities multiply ATK. That is read from the scaling rows on the Elemental Skill and Burst, not from the ability description, so it reflects what the game actually multiplies rather than what the text mentions.
- What is the best weapon for Mona?
- Angelos' Heptades is the closest fit on the data: it is a 5-star catalyst with ATK as its ascension stat, and its passive acts on ATK. Oathsworn Eye is the best 4-star alternative.
- Which artifact set should Mona use?
- Heart of Depth. Its 2-piece bonus is: Hydro DMG Bonus +15% Its 4-piece bonus is: After using Elemental Skill, increases Normal Attack and Charged Attack DMG by 30% for 15s.
- How much does it cost to level Mona's talents?
- Taking one talent from level 1 to 10 costs 1,652,500 Mora and 38× Philosophies of Resistance among other materials. The Materials tab lists every item per level.
- What does Mona C1 do?
- Prophecy of Submersion: When any of your own party members hits an opponent affected by an Omen, the effects of Hydro-related Elemental Reactions are enhanced for 8s: · Electro-Charged DMG increases by 15%, Lunar-Charged DMG increases by 15%, Vaporize DMG increases by 15%, Hydro Swirl DMG increases by 15%, Lunar-Crystallize DMG increases by 15%. · Frozen duration is extended by 15%.