Hey there, Trailblazers! It's 2026, and I'm still absolutely in love with Jingliu. ❄️ This Ice Destruction queen has been my main DPS since her release back in 1.4, and let me tell you, she's still an absolute monster. No cap. But to really make her shine, you need the right build. I've spent countless hours farming relics and testing team comps, so here's my ultimate guide to Jingliu in Honkai: Star Rail.
Jingliu follows the Path of the Destruction and uses Ice. Unlike other Destruction characters, she doesn't consume her own HP—she consumes her allies' HP to empower her attacks. Risky? You bet. But the payoff is insane damage. So let's dive into the best light cones, relics, team comps, and skill priority.
Best Light Cones for Jingliu
Equipping Jingliu with the right Light Cone is crucial for maximizing her damage. Here are my top picks:
| Light Cone | Rarity | Key Effects | Why It's Good |
|---|---|---|---|
| I Shall Be My Own Sword | 5★ | +20% CRIT DMG; gains Eclipse stacks when ally attacked or loses HP (max 3); each stack +14% DMG to next attack; at 3 stacks, extra attack ignoring 12% DEF. | Signature, perfectly synergizes with her HP-drain mechanic. |
| Something Irreplaceable | 5★ | +24% ATK; restores HP equal to 8% of ATK when hit or defeating enemy; +24% DMG until end of next turn. | Great stat stick, but HP recovery is less useful for her. |
| On the Fall of an Aeon | 5★ | +8% ATK per attack (max 4 stacks); on Weakness Break, +12% DMG for 2 turns. | Solid F2P option, easy to superimpose. |
| The Moles Welcome You | 4★ | (various ATK boosts) | Decent 4-star alternative. |
| Desperate Times | 4★ | (CRIT Rate boost) | Good if you need CRIT. |
| Under The Blue Sky | 4★ | (ATK and CRIT boosts) | Another fine 4-star choice. |
If you have her signature, use it. If not, On the Fall of an Aeon is a fantastic free-to-play option. And don't sleep on the 4-star cones—they can get the job done.
Best Relics, Ornaments, & Stats for Jingliu
For relics, Hunter of Glacial Forest is the clear winner. The 2-piece gives +10% Ice DMG, and the 4-piece gives +25% CRIT DMG for 2 turns after using her Ultimate. This set is tailor-made for her.
For ornaments, Rutilant Arena is best. It gives +8% CRIT Rate, and if you hit 70% CRIT Rate, your Basic ATK and Skill DMG increase by 20%. Since Jingliu's main damage comes from her Skill, this is perfect.
Alternatives include Celestial Differentiator (+16% CRIT DMG; if CRIT DMG ≥120%, +60% CRIT Rate for first attack) and Inert Salsotto (+8% CRIT Rate; if CRIT Rate ≥50%, +15% Ultimate and follow-up DMG).
When farming, prioritize:
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ATK%
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CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate (aim for a healthy balance, like 1:2 ratio)
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Ice DMG%
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SPD and Energy Recharge are nice, but not essential. If you run Bronya, you can ignore SPD on Jingliu.
Best Team Comps for Jingliu
Because Jingliu drains her allies' HP, you need a team that can take a beating. Here's the dream team:
| Role | Best Choice | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Main DPS | Jingliu | - |
| Shielder | Fu Xuan | Trailblazer (Fire) |
| Healer | Luocha | Bailu, Lynx, Natasha |
| Support | Bronya | Yukong, Silver Wolf |
Fu Xuan reduces damage taken, Luocha heals through his field, and Bronya makes Jingliu strike faster and harder. If you don't have Bronya, Yukong or Silver Wolf work fine. The key is to keep your team alive while Jingliu goes ham.
Skill Priority for Jingliu
When leveling Traces, focus on:
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Skill & Talent – level them together; they are her main damage source.
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Ultimate – secondary damage.
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Basic Attack – last priority; you'll rarely use it.
So there you have it, folks. Jingliu is still a top-tier DPS in 2026, and with this build, you'll be shredding through enemies like a hot knife through butter. GG! Now go out there and make the Xianzhou Luofu proud! ❄️⚔️
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