In case you have not known, Dragon Strike is the unofficial name that Genshin Impact players call the combo move in the early game. You can use this approach to increase damage and defeat enemies in style. So what is a Dragon Strike in Genshin Impact and how can you carry it out?
What is Dragon Strike Genshin Impact?
Dragon Strike attack is when you Sprint and Jump at the same time when hitting opponents. In detail, the outcome is you manage to weave a plunging attack without climbing or using a character's skill to get into the air.
Some characters like Kazuha, Xiao or Keqing can make you airborne, then attack from above in the middle of an attack. But using Dragon Strike, you can perform a plunging attack with any character and anywhere. This sounds quite easy at first glance. However, the Dragon Strike combo requires a certain timing to be produced.
Here's what a Dragon Strike looks like:
How to use Dragon Strike in Genshin Impact
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use Dragon Strike in Genshin game:
- As you battle, watch out when the damage numbers appear above an opponent after an attack.
- Right now, input sprint, and then a jump.
- Immediately do a plunge attack and keep on attacking.
To make it easier, there are some tips you may want to try to execute the combo smoothly:
- Tip #1: Use a Claymore character and take advantage of their hitlag.
- Tip #2: Create a team with two Anemo characters and one Claymore user. Anemo units can increase the speed of your Claymore character.
- Tip #3: Use Diona's shield and any Anemo units to trigger the speed during hitlag, this may grant you enough elevation to execute the combo.
Succeeding from the first time with this attack may be a rare occurrence. You will need some practice before that. In this case, you can find large opponents with plenty of HP, such as Ruins Guards, King Hilichurl, and others with shields. It's a good way to practice Dragon Strike as players can whale on them for some time before they fall.
Also, you can equip a less powerful weapon in case you kill the enemies before even executing the attack combo.
Best Genshin Impact characters for Dragon Strike
Who can Dragonstrike the best in Genshin Impact? Well, the best characters to do Dragon Strike must be Claymore users, thanks to their hit lag mechanic.
Diluc is the most ideal DPS choice for this technique. Next up is Eula.
However, other Claymore units can work just as well if you know how to make the best out of their window. The likes of Sayu and Dori may have more disadvantages due to their smaller size. As of Version 4.4, here are all Claymore characters in Genshin Impact you can practice Dragon Strike with: