Genshin Impact's newest 5-star character, Kyryll Chudomirovich Flins (commonly known simply as Flins), has quickly become one of the most sought-after additions to the game since his release in Version Luna I. As a powerful Electro polearm user from the mysterious Nod-Krai region, Flins brings a unique playstyle centered around the new Lunar-Charged reaction, making him a formidable DPS option for players looking to diversify their team compositions.

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Who is Flins in Genshin Impact?

Flins serves as a Lightkeeper of Nod-Krai, guardian of both a lighthouse and graveyard on a northern isle known as the Final Night Cemetery. Described as an enigmatic gentleman with cultured and courtly manners, his mysterious background and connections to the region's folklore have made him an intriguing character in the Genshin Impact universe.

First appearing in the "Moonlit Ballad of the Night" teaser on July 22, 2025, Flins quickly captured the community's attention with his elegant design and compelling backstory. While many players refer to him simply as "Flins," it's worth noting that Flins is actually his last name - his full name being Kyryll Chudomirovich Flins.

Flins Release Date and Availability

Flins was officially released as a playable character in Version 5.8 "Luna I" and was featured on the banner "The Lone Light Knocks at Night" starting September 30, 2025. For players wondering when Flins will come out or return, keep an eye on the official Genshin Impact announcements for rerun information.

Flins' Unique Gameplay Mechanics

What sets Flins apart from other characters in Genshin Impact is his role as the premier Lunar-Charged DPS unit. His kit revolves around converting Electro-Charged reactions into the more powerful Lunar-Charged reactions, providing impressive damage potential when properly built and supported.

Key Talents and Abilities

  1. Ancient Rite: Arcane Light (Elemental Skill) - When activated, Flins enters Manifest Flameform, which:

  2. Infuses his Normal and Charged Attacks with Electro DMG that cannot be overridden

  3. Increases his interruption resistance

  4. Replaces his standard Elemental Skill with Northland Spearstorm

  5. Northland Spearstorm - Summons a flurry of spears dealing AoE Electro DMG and transforms his Elemental Burst into Thunderous Symphony for 6 seconds.

  6. Ancient Ritual: Cometh the Night (Elemental Burst) - Unleashes powerful AoE Electro DMG in multiple phases, all considered as Lunar-Charged DMG.

  7. Old World Secrets (Passive) - When a party member triggers an Electro-Charged reaction, it is converted into the Lunar-Charged reaction, with damage scaling based on Flins' ATK.

Best Builds for Flins in Genshin Impact

Optimal Artifact Sets

  1. Night of the Sky's Unveiling (Best in Slot)

  2. 2-PC: Elemental Mastery +80

  3. 4-PC: When nearby party members trigger Lunar Reactions, the equipping character gains CRIT Rate bonuses and increases all party members' Lunar Reaction DMG

  4. Thundering Fury (Alternative)

  5. 2-PC: Electro DMG Bonus +15%

  6. 4-PC: Increases Electro-related reaction damage and reduces Elemental Skill CD when reactions are triggered

  1. Bloodsoaked Ruins (5★)

  2. Best-in-slot weapon that significantly increases Lunar-Charged DMG after using Elemental Burst

  3. Provides CRIT Rate as secondary stat and restores Energy

  4. Staff of the Scarlet Sands (5★)

  5. Converts Elemental Mastery to ATK, synergizing well with Flins' kit

  6. Prospector's Shovel (4★ - Craftable)

  7. F2P option that increases Lunar-Charged DMG and provides ATK% as secondary stat

Best Teams for Flins

Flins thrives in Lunar-Charged focused teams with specific support characters that enhance his damage potential:

Core Team Composition

  • Flins (Main DPS)

  • Ineffa (Sub-DPS/Support) - Amplifies Lunar-Charged reactions and provides Energy

  • Hydro Applicator (Yelan, Xingqiu, or C6 Aino) - Enables consistent Lunar-Charged reactions

  • Anemo Support (Sucrose, Kazuha) - Provides RES shred and Elemental Mastery buffs

The synergy between Flins and other Nod-Krai characters like Ineffa and Aino is particularly strong, as they can activate the "Moonsign: Ascendant Gleam" effect, which increases Lunar-Charged reaction damage by 20%.

Flins Constellations Worth Getting

While Flins is completely viable at C0, certain constellations provide significant quality-of-life improvements:

  • C1 (Part the Veil of Snow) - Reduces Northland Spearstorm cooldown to 4s and restores 8 Energy when party members trigger Lunar-Charged reactions

  • C2 (The Devil's Wall) - Adds Electro RES shred against opponents hit by Flins' Electro attacks

  • C6 (Songs and Dances of Death) - Increases Lunar-Charged reaction DMG by 35% and provides team-wide Lunar-Charged DMG bonus

For most players, C0 Flins with C1 Ineffa provides excellent performance, making his C1 a good stopping point for those willing to invest moderately.

Flins Ascension and Talent Materials

To fully ascend Flins and level his talents, you'll need to gather the following materials:

Ascension Materials

  • Frostlamp Flower (168)

  • Various Electro gems (1 Gemstone, 6 Chunks, 9 Fragments, 1 Sliver)

  • Local Nod-Krai specialty materials

  • Mora (420,000)

Talent Materials

  • Teachings/Guide/Philosophies from Landcruisers domain (available Wed/Sat/Sun)

  • Weekly boss materials

  • Crown of Insight (for level 10)

Is Flins Worth Pulling?

Flins represents a significant addition to the Genshin Impact character roster as the first dedicated Lunar-Charged DPS. If you enjoy Electro reactions and are looking for a character with a unique playstyle that can deal consistent damage through reactions, Flins is definitely worth considering.

However, to maximize his potential, you'll want to pair him with specific supports like Ineffa and a reliable Hydro applicator. Without these team members, his damage ceiling may be lower compared to other premier DPS options.

For players who already have established teams or are saving for upcoming characters, it's worth considering your account needs before pulling for Flins, especially if you don't have his optimal supports.

Whether you're a new player curious about when Flins will come out in Genshin Impact or a veteran looking to optimize your Flins build, this comprehensive guide should help you make informed decisions about this exciting new character. As the Genshin Impact universe continues to expand with the addition of Nod-Krai and its unique mechanics, Flins stands as one of the most interesting character releases of 2025.

Have you added Flins to your team? What builds and compositions have you found most effective? The community continues to discover new strategies as players explore the full potential of this enigmatic Lightkeeper from the northern isles.

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