Top F2P Teams and the Core Philosophy for Floor 12
Floor 12 is a test of timing, reaction control, and consistent damage windows. The most reliable F2P approach is to build teams that emphasize repeatable elemental application, sustained off-field damage, and dependable crowd control. Two characters stand out for F2P viability: Arlecchino as a Pyro-focused finisher and Nahida as a Dendro reaction enabler. Luna is treated here as a flexible utility option—she can be slotted as a shield, healer, or energy battery depending on the chamber. The core philosophy is simple: create predictable reaction windows, avoid long cooldown overlaps, and ensure burst availability when enemy invulnerability or mechanics demand it.
Why Arlecchino and Nahida Work for F2P Players
Arlecchino brings raw Pyro pressure and single-target burst potential that can finish off priority enemies quickly. She scales well with accessible 4-star weapons and event artifacts, and her kit rewards precise timing rather than expensive constellations. Nahida, by contrast, excels at enabling Dendro-based reactions—particularly Bloom, Hyperbloom, and Quicken-driven chains—turning modest Hydro or Electro supports into massive damage multipliers. Both characters are forgiving to build: they benefit from Elemental Mastery, Energy Recharge, and CRIT substats, but they don’t require perfect five-star gear to be effective in the Abyss.
Team Templates to Aim For
Below are three F2P-friendly team templates that cover most Floor 12 scenarios. Each template is designed to be flexible with substitutions depending on your roster.
Arlecchino Main DPS core: Arlecchino; Bennett; Venti or Sucrose; Fischl or Xiangling Nahida Reaction core: Nahida; Xingqiu or Hydro alternative; Sucrose or Kazuha; Diona or Barbara Luna Utility hybrid: Luna; Kaeya or Cryo applicator; Xiangling or Amber; Barbara or Noelle
These templates prioritize Pyro application, Dendro reaction uptime, and crowd control. If you lack a specific character, focus on the role rather than the name: a strong off-field Hydro, a grouping Anemo, and a healer/shielder will cover most needs.
Artifact and Weapon Priorities for F2P Builds
For Arlecchino, aim for artifact sets that boost Pyro damage and attack: a 4-piece Crimson Witch is ideal but not mandatory. A 2-piece Crimson Witch plus a 2-piece Gladiator or Wanderer alternative works well. Prioritize CRIT Rate/CRIT DMG and ATK% on main stats where possible. Substats to chase are CRIT, ATK%, and Elemental Mastery if you plan to weave reactions into her kit.
For Nahida, artifact choices center on Elemental Mastery and Dendro reaction amplification. A 4-piece Deepwood Memories is excellent for Dendro application and resistance shred, but a 2-piece Deepwood plus a 2-piece Instructor or Nymph’s Dream alternative is perfectly serviceable. Main stats should favor Elemental Mastery on sands or goblet and CRIT on circlet if you want her to contribute to damage; otherwise, prioritize EM and Energy Recharge.
Weapons for F2P players are often 4-star or event weapons. For Arlecchino, choose a weapon that increases Pyro damage or boosts ATK; for Nahida, prioritize weapons that increase Elemental Mastery or Energy Recharge. Supports should favor Energy Recharge to ensure burst uptime.
Stat Benchmarks and Substat Targets
Aim for these practical benchmarks rather than chasing perfect rolls: Arlecchino should target around 40–60% CRIT Rate with 150–250 CRIT DMG and 20–30% ATK from artifacts and weapon. Nahida should aim for 600–1000 Elemental Mastery depending on team composition and 150–200% EM scaling from artifacts and weapon choices. Supports should have 140–200% Energy Recharge if they are responsible for enabling bursts.
Rotation Philosophy and Practical Execution
Rotation is where many F2P runs win or lose. The guiding principle is to establish control, apply elements, then execute burst windows. Start encounters by using your Anemo grouping (Venti or Sucrose) to cluster enemies. Immediately apply Dendro or Pyro depending on your main DPS. For Nahida teams, apply Dendro early and follow with Hydro or Electro to trigger the desired reaction chain. For Arlecchino teams, use Bennett’s burst to buff damage and heal, then weave Arlecchino’s charged or burst attacks to finish priority targets.
A typical rotation for an Arlecchino run: group with Anemo, apply off-field Electro or Hydro from Fischl/Xiangling, pop Bennett burst, swap to Arlecchino and execute her burst when the enemy is grouped and vulnerable. For Nahida: open with Nahida’s skill to seed Dendro, apply Hydro with Xingqiu, use Sucrose to spread Dendro and increase EM scaling, then burst with Nahida and let reactions do the heavy lifting.
Chamber-Specific Tactics and Enemy Priorities
Floor 12 chambers vary, but common themes include shielded enemies, high-resistance units, and time-limited mechanics. Prioritize the following:
Shielded enemies: Use reaction-heavy setups. Dendro + Hydro or Dendro + Electro combos can bypass or rapidly break shields. If shields are elemental, bring the corresponding element to strip them quickly.
High-resistance single targets: Use Arlecchino’s burst windows with Bennett’s buff to cut through resistance. Time the burst to coincide with vulnerability windows.
Crowd control and adds: Use Anemo grouping early. If you lack Anemo, use positioning and kiting to isolate priority targets.
When facing time-limited mechanics, ensure your supports have enough Energy Recharge to pop bursts on demand. If you cannot guarantee burst availability, slow the fight down by focusing on single-target elimination and avoiding unnecessary swaps.
Practical Tips for Each Chamber Type
For chambers with multiple small enemies, rely on Anemo grouping and off-field damage from Fischl or Xiangling. For elite single-target bosses, stack Bennett and Arlecchino burst timing. For mechanic-heavy rooms that punish reckless movement, play conservatively: use shields, heal when safe, and only commit to burst when the mechanic is neutralized.
How to Handle Common Roadblocks
If you struggle with energy management, reallocate substats to Energy Recharge on supports and consider swapping in characters with lower burst costs. If you lack crowd control, use environmental hazards and positioning to separate enemies. If your damage is inconsistent, check artifact substats: a single bad circlet or goblet can cripple output. Prioritize replacing those pieces first.
Substitutions and Roster Flexibility
Not everyone has the exact characters listed. Substitute roles, not names. If you lack Bennett, use a healer or buffer like Noelle or Barbara with a damage buffer from weapon passives. If you lack Venti, Sucrose or Kazuha can fill the Anemo grouping role. If you lack Fischl, use Xiangling or Xingqiu for off-field consistent damage. The key is to maintain the roles: grouper, buffer/healer, off-field applicator, and main DPS.
Energy Management and Burst Timing
Energy management is crucial. Supports should have enough Energy Recharge to pop bursts when the chamber demands it. If you find yourself waiting on bursts, consider equipping a 4-piece set that increases Energy Recharge or swapping to a weapon that provides ER. Another trick is to use elemental particles: trigger small reactions early to generate particles for your supports.
Practice Runs and Overworld Rehearsal
Before attempting a full Floor 12 run, rehearse the rotation in the overworld against similar enemy types. This helps you internalize timing and swap sequences. Practice the exact sequence of grouping, application, and burst until it becomes muscle memory. Overworld practice is especially useful for Arlecchino players who must time her burst precisely.
Resource Allocation and Progression Strategy
For F2P players, resource allocation matters. Prioritize ascension materials for the character you will main in the Abyss. If you plan to run Arlecchino as your primary, ascend her first. If Nahida is your reaction anchor, ascend her and the Hydro/Electro supports that enable her reactions. Save fragile resources like Mystic Enhancement Ore and talent books for the characters that will see the most use in Abyss runs.
Troubleshooting Low Damage or Failed Clears
If your team fails to clear a chamber, analyze the failure point. Was it burst timing, energy shortage, or poor grouping? Adjust accordingly. If damage is low, check artifact main stats and substats first. If survivability is the issue, add a shielder or healer and practice kiting. If mechanics are the problem, slow down and neutralize the mechanic before committing to burst.
Advanced Reaction Chains with Nahida
Nahida enables powerful reaction chains when paired with Hydro or Electro. Bloom and Hyperbloom setups can convert modest Hydro application into massive single-target damage. The advanced approach is to seed Dendro with Nahida, apply Hydro with Xingqiu, then use a projectile or skill to convert blooms into homing projectiles for focused damage. Timing and positioning are critical: ensure the Hydro application overlaps with Dendro seeds and that the bloom conversion occurs when the enemy is grouped.
Arlecchino Burst Windows and Safety
Arlecchino’s strength is in finishing fights. Her burst should be used when enemies are grouped and when Bennett’s buff is active. Avoid using her burst into invulnerability frames or during enemy mechanics that nullify damage. If you must use her burst under pressure, ensure you have a healer or shielder ready to absorb incoming damage.
Luna as a Flexible Utility Option
Luna can be slotted as a shield, healer, or energy battery. In rooms with heavy mechanical damage, use Luna as a shielder to buy time for your burst windows. In rooms where burst timing is everything, use Luna to provide energy or healing to ensure your main DPS can commit fully. Her flexibility makes her a valuable F2P pick when you lack specialized supports.
Minimal Bullet Guidance for Quick Reference
Prioritize grouping, then apply elements, then burst.
Use Bennett for Pyro teams and Xingqiu for Dendro reaction teams.
Chase Elemental Mastery on Nahida and CRIT/ATK on Arlecchino.
Practice rotations in the overworld before attempting Floor 12.
Mental Approach and Patience
Floor 12 is as much a mental challenge as a mechanical one. Expect to fail a few times while you refine rotations and artifact choices. Each failure is data: note what went wrong and adjust. Patience and incremental improvement will get you consistent clears.
Example Full Rotation Walkthrough (Nahida Team)
Open with Sucrose to group and spread Dendro. Swap to Nahida and use her skill to seed Dendro on multiple targets. Swap to Xingqiu and apply Hydro off-field, then return to Nahida to trigger Quicken and Bloom chains. Use Sucrose’s swirl to spread EM buffs and increase reaction damage. If a priority target appears, use a focused conversion (e.g., a charged attack or skill) to convert blooms into homing projectiles and finish the target. Keep an eye on energy: if Xingqiu’s burst is unavailable, delay the conversion until it is ready.
Example Full Rotation Walkthrough (Arlecchino Team)
Start with Venti to cluster enemies. Use Fischl to apply off-field Electro and generate particles. Pop Bennett’s burst to buff ATK and heal. Swap to Arlecchino and execute her burst when the enemy is grouped and Bennett’s buff is active. If enemies survive, use Fischl’s off-field damage to finish them while Arlecchino’s cooldown resets. If a heavy mechanic appears, retreat and use Luna or Diona to shield and heal before re-engaging.
Fine-Tuning Artifact Choices Under Constraints
If you only have partial sets, prioritize substats over set bonuses. A goblet with the right elemental bonus and strong substats is often better than a full set with poor rolls. Replace the worst artifact first: circlet pieces with low CRIT or EM are common culprits. Use the artifact strongbox and farming routes to target the domains that drop the pieces you need.
How to Read Enemy Behavior and Adapt
Enemies in Floor 12 often telegraph their most dangerous attacks. Learn those tells and avoid committing to long animations during those windows. If an enemy has a short invulnerability or a stagger phase, time your burst to land after the invulnerability ends. If an enemy spawns adds, neutralize the adds first unless your team can burst the main target quickly.
Final Checklist Before a Run
Confirm ascensions and talents are at the level you planned. Check artifact substats and swap out any glaringly bad pieces. Ensure supports have enough Energy Recharge to pop bursts. Rehearse the rotation once in the overworld. Enter the chamber with a calm, methodical mindset.
FAQ
Q: Can I clear Floor 12 with only 4-star characters? Yes. With optimized rotations, proper artifact substats, and smart substitutions, a well-built 4-star roster can clear Floor 12. Focus on roles and reaction windows rather than rarity.
Q: What if I don’t have Bennett or Xingqiu? Substitute the role: a healer/buffer like Noelle or Barbara can replace Bennett’s sustain, while off-field Hydro from a weapon or a different Hydro character can stand in for Xingqiu. The team will be less optimal but still viable.
Q: How important are constellations for Arlecchino and Nahida? Constellations help but are not required for F2P clears. Invest in talents and artifacts first. Constellations are a luxury that smooth out difficult chambers but are not mandatory.
Q: Should I prioritize Elemental Mastery or CRIT on Nahida? Prioritize Elemental Mastery for reaction scaling. If you want Nahida to contribute direct damage, balance EM with CRIT, but EM is the primary stat for maximizing reaction output.
Q: How do I handle chambers with heavy mechanics that interrupt rotations? Play defensively: use shields and heals, neutralize the mechanic first, then re-establish your rotation. Don’t force a burst into a mechanic that will nullify it.
Q: What’s the best way to practice rotations? Rehearse in the overworld against similar enemy types. Time your swaps and bursts until they become muscle memory. Record or note the exact sequence that works and repeat it.
Q: How do I know when to replace an artifact? Replace artifacts with poor substats first—especially circlets with low CRIT or goblets with wrong elemental bonuses. A single bad piece can drastically reduce damage.
Q: Is Luna necessary for every team? No. Luna is a flexible option. Use her when you need a shielder, healer, or energy battery. If you have better specialized supports, prioritize them.
Q: How many practice runs should I expect before consistent clears? This varies by player and roster. Expect several attempts per chamber while refining rotations. With focused practice, many players reach consistency within a few dozen runs.
Q: Any last-minute tips for F2P players? Be patient, focus on roles, and practice rotations. Use accessible 4-star weapons and prioritize artifact substats. Small improvements compound quickly.
Printable Team Checklist (one page ready)
Team name: ______________________ Main DPS: ______________________ Supports: ______________________ / ______________________ / ______________________
Pre-run checks
Ascension and talents at planned levels.
Artifacts: best goblet/circlet equipped; replace worst piece first.
Weapons: equipped and refined where possible.
Energy: supports at target ER (aim 140–200% for burst reliability).
Consumables: food and potions prepared; fragile resin reserved for targeted farming.
Role checklist
Grouper (Anemo): Venti / Sucrose / Kazuha ready; burst off cooldown.
Buffer / Healer: Bennett / Diona / Barbara ready; burst charged.
Off-field applicator: Fischl / Xingqiu / Xiangling ready; particle generation checked.
Main DPS: Arlecchino or Nahida; burst timing practiced.
Artifact quick-swap priorities
Replace circlet with wrong CRIT/EM first.
Replace goblet with wrong element second.
Swap sands only if main stat is wrong for role.
Energy and particle quick fixes
If supports lack ER, equip ER sands or weapon.
Use early small reactions to generate particles before main burst.
If burst still delayed, delay engagement until particles collected.
Run mindset
Group then apply then burst.
Neutralize mechanics before committing.
If a run fails, note the failure point and adjust one variable only.
Condensed One‑Page Rotation Cheat Sheet (printable quick reference)
Goal: establish control → apply elements → execute burst window.
Arlecchino team standard rotation
Open: Anemo group (Venti/Sucrose) to cluster enemies.
Apply off-field: Fischl or Xiangling for continuous application and particles.
Buff: Bennett burst for ATK and heal.
Commit: Swap to Arlecchino; use skill then burst when grouped and Bennett buff active.
Finish: Return to off-field applicator to clean up while Arlecchino cooldowns reset.
Nahida team standard rotation
Open: Sucrose/Kazuha swirl to group and buff EM.
Seed: Nahida skill to apply Dendro seeds across targets.
Apply Hydro/Electro: Xingqiu or Electro applicator to trigger Quicken/Bloom.
Convert: Use a projectile or charged attack to convert blooms into focused damage.
Sustain: Use supports’ bursts to maintain reaction uptime.
Luna utility insertion
Use Luna as shield when mechanics hit hard, healer when sustain is needed, or energy battery when bursts are delayed. Pop Luna before committing to long animations.
Timing cues
Wait for enemy invulnerability to end before bursting.
Use Anemo burst immediately if adds spawn to prevent spread.
If a mechanic interrupts, retreat and re-group; do not force the burst.
Quick troubleshooting
Low damage: check circlet/goblet substats.
Burst unavailable: increase ER on supports.
Poor grouping: swap to Anemo or reposition manually.
Chamber‑by‑Chamber Plan Template (adaptable to your roster)
How to use: replace placeholders with your characters. Follow the sequence and adapt the substitutions line.
Chamber type A — Multiple small enemies and ranged casters
Objective: group and melt adds before they overwhelm. Sequence: group → seed/apply → burst → clean.
Grouper: use Anemo to cluster.
Apply: off-field applicator spreads element; Nahida seeds if using reactions.
Burst: use Bennett + Arlecchino or Nahida conversion when grouped.
Fallback: if grouping fails, kite and pick off casters first.
Chamber type B — Single elite with high HP and mechanics
Objective: control mechanics, then execute a timed burst. Sequence: neutralize mechanic → build particles → burst window.
Mechanic neutralizer: shield/healer (Luna/Diona) to buy time.
Particle build: Fischl/Xingqiu early to ensure ER.
Burst: Arlecchino or Nahida conversion when mechanic ends.
Fallback: if burst is interrupted, heal and reapply seeds; avoid long animations.
Chamber type C — Shielded enemies or elemental barriers
Objective: strip shields quickly and maintain reaction pressure. Sequence: identify shield type → apply counter element → sustain reactions.
Counter: use element that breaks shield (Hydro/Electro/Cryo as needed).
Sustain: keep off-field applicator active; use Nahida to shred resistances.
Burst: time Arlecchino burst after shield breaks for maximum damage.
Fallback: if shield persists, switch to reaction-heavy rotation and chip away.
Chamber type D — Adds spawn mid-fight and time pressure
Objective: prevent add proliferation and secure kills fast. Sequence: pre-group → burst priority target → sweep adds.
Pre-group: Anemo immediately on spawn.
Priority: focus the highest-threat enemy with Arlecchino burst.
Sweep: off-field applicator and supports finish remaining adds.
Fallback: if overwhelmed, retreat to heal/shield and re-engage.
Chamber type E — Mixed elements with staggered invulnerability
Objective: exploit windows; do not waste bursts. Sequence: observe invuln → particle build → timed burst.
Observe: wait for invulnerability to end.
Build: generate particles while waiting.
Burst: commit when the window opens and supports are ready.
Fallback: if window closes, reset and reapply seeds.
How to tailor this plan to your exact roster (quick fill-in method)
Write your roster at the top of the printable checklist.
For each chamber template, replace role names with your characters (e.g., Grouper = Sucrose; Buffer = Bennett).
Set ER targets for your supports based on their burst costs and note them on the checklist.
Practice the rotation once in the overworld and mark the timing cues that worked.
After a failed run, annotate the checklist with the failure cause and the single change you’ll make next attempt.
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