Overview
Shenhe's skill grants Icy Quills that buff Cryo DMG and NA/CA/Plunge for teammates. Her burst shreds Cryo RES in an AoE field. Buff strength scales with Shenhe's ATK, build ATK% sands and goblet. She enables Ayaka/Ganyu more than any other support.
How to Play
Use hold skill for AoE quill buff (best for Ayaka burst), tap skill for single-target buff. Burst for Cryo RES shred field. Apply buffs before Ayaka/Ganyu damage windows. Shenhe stays off-field after buffing, minimal field time.
Optimal Rotation
Kokomi Skill/Burst, Kazuha Swirl, Shenhe Hold Skill, Shenhe Burst, Ayaka Sprint/Skill/Burst/NA. Reapply Shenhe buffs every rotation. Hold skill for Ayaka AoE burst, tap for single-target.
F2P Options
Favonius Lance or any ATK% polearm works. Noblesse 4pc is ideal for party buff. C0 Shenhe is worth pulling for Ayaka/Ganyu mains, massive damage increase. Prioritize skill talent level for quill buff strength.
Common Mistakes
Building CRIT over ATK% on support Shenhe reduces buff values. Using tap skill when hold skill is needed for AoE buff. Bursting without skill buff active. Running Shenhe outside Cryo teams, her buffs only benefit Cryo characters.