Genshin Impact Valeriy Build Guide: Best Weapons & Artifacts

Valeriy Build Guide: Summit Shaper and Heart of the Furnace Lead the Way

Valeriy arrives in Genshin Impact 7.2 as an Electro shielder, and his best build is straightforward: Summit Shaper with the Heart of the Furnace artifact set. That pairing supports the Stellar-Conduct core of Mitya or Cyno, but Valeriy's flexibility means you have plenty of alternatives. For more genshin-impact news and updates, visit the game hub.

This guide covers the recommended loadout, budget options, and team logic based on available information. Final multipliers and energy costs for Valeriy are not stated in official materials as of this writing.

Overview: What Valeriy Needs to Succeed

Valeriy is an Electro shielder who also provides a flat DMG bonus for Electro hits, according to EarlyGG's Valeriy team guide. His kit rewards stacking ATK% and shield strength, which is why Summit Shaper and Heart of the Furnace are the headline picks.

• Primary role: Shield support with Electro damage amplification.
• Best team core: Valeriy + Mitya + Yae Miko + Odette (per EarlyGG team guide).
• Alternative Stellar-Conduct trigger: Cyno can replace Mitya in the main DPS slot.
• Stat priority: ATK% and shield strength, with Energy Recharge as needed for burst uptime.

Estimated farming time for a full artifact set is not stated in official materials. Plan for multiple weeks of domain runs, as with most artifact sets.

Step-by-Step: Building Valeriy Efficiently

1. Secure the weapon. Pull or craft Summit Shaper if you have it. If not, use any ATK% sword as a placeholder (see budget tiers below).
2. Farm Heart of the Furnace. Run the domain that drops this set. Exact domain location and drop rates are not stated in official materials.
3. Prioritize main stats. Sands: ATK% or Energy Recharge. Goblet: ATK% or Electro DMG Bonus. Circlet: ATK% or Shield Strength. Final recommended main stats are not confirmed in official materials.
4. Level the shield talent first. Talent priority is not stated in official materials, but shield strength typically scales with skill level.
5. Assemble the team. Pair Valeriy with Mitya or Cyno as the Stellar-Conduct trigger, then add Yae Miko and Odette for the recommended core.
6. Test energy needs. If Valeriy's burst is not ready off cooldown, swap to an Energy Recharge sands or a Favonius sword.

Loadouts & Teams: Budget to Optimal

Weapon Tiers

Artifact Sets

Team Options

• Stellar-Conduct with Mitya: Valeriy + Mitya + Yae Miko + Odette. This is the recommended core from EarlyGG's Mitya team guide.
• Stellar-Conduct with Cyno: Swap Mitya for Cyno as the main DPS trigger.
• Other Electro teams: Valeriy can work in broader Electro compositions, but specific alternatives are not detailed in the source.

For a deeper dive into Valeriy's team logic, see the Valeriy team guide.

Materials Table

Exact ascension and talent materials for Valeriy are not stated in official materials. The table below reflects what is known and what to watch for.

Check official channels after the 7.2 Special Program on 2026-10-23 at 08:00 AM ET (UTC-4) for material reveals. See our 7.2 reveal coverage for details.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Shield feels weak: Verify talent levels and artifact main stats. Shield strength often scales with skill level and HP or DEF, but Valeriy's exact scaling is not stated in official materials.
• Energy problems: Swap to an Energy Recharge sands or a Favonius sword if burst uptime is inconsistent.
• Team damage is low: Confirm that Mitya or Cyno is triggering Stellar-Conduct consistently. Valeriy's buff applies to Electro hits, so trigger order matters.
• Artifact domain frustration: Use a 2-piece + 2-piece mix while farming. Exact alternative sets are not confirmed.

FAQ

Is Summit Shaper required?
No. The source notes many ATK% swords work, but Summit Shaper is the recommended best-in-slot.

Can Valeriy work without Mitya or Cyno?
Yes, he can slot into other Electro teams, but the Stellar-Conduct cores are the recommended setups.

What are Valeriy's best artifacts?
Heart of the Furnace is the recommended set. Exact substat priorities are not stated in official materials.

When does Valeriy release?
Genshin Impact 7.2 launches after the 2026-11-04 update, per EarlyGG's rate boost schedule.

Is Valeriy F2P-friendly?
His weapon options include ATK% swords, which can be accessible. Artifact farming is the main time gate. Exact F2P viability is not stated in official materials.

Next Steps

Once Valeriy is built, focus on refining his team's rotation and energy flow. If you plan to pull for him, track the 7.2 banner schedule and rate boost details. For more genshin-impact guides, check the game hub.