My Top Nicole Teams in Genshin Impact 2026

I still remember the first time I pulled Nicole in Genshin Impact, back when her banner dropped in early 2026. I’d been grinding for weeks, saving every Primogem I could from events and daily commissions, and when that golden light popped up on the gacha screen, I screamed so loud my roommate banged on the door to check if I was okay. Little did I know, that pull would completely change how I play the game—turning every domain run, Spiral Abyss clear, and overworld boss fight into a breeze. If you’ve got Nicole on your roster, you already know she’s one of the best supports in the game, right? But do you know how to build the absolute best teams around her to unlock her full potential?

Let’s start with the team that’s become my go-to for every high-stakes challenge: Nicole, Varka, Durin, and Prune. I stumbled on this composition by accident, honestly. I’d just pulled Varka a week prior, was testing Durin’s off-field damage, and threw Prune in for fun to fill the last slot. The first time I ran this team against the new Primo Geovishap boss in the Fontaine expansion, I was blown away.

Every part of this team works in perfect harmony. The whole crew is focused on buffing Pyro and Anemo damage, while also shredding enemies’ resistance to those two elements—so every hit lands way harder than it should. Nicole’s artifact set gives Varka a 40% boost to both Pyro and Anemo damage, which is game-changing because Varka can deal both types of damage mid-fight. On top of that, Nicole’s Elemental Skill casts a shield that’s one of the most reliable in the game, keeping Varka safe even when he’s tanking big boss attacks. But the real secret sauce? Nicole doesn’t just buff the active character—she also boosts Durin and Prune while they’re dealing off-field damage. That means even when I’m not controlling them, they’re hitting like trucks, turning the whole team into a DPS powerhouse. I’ve cleared Spiral Abyss floors 11 and 12 with this team in under 10 minutes total, which is unheard of for me.

If you don’t have all those characters yet, don’t worry—Nicole is such a versatile support that she works with almost anyone, as long as they scale with ATK. Wait, is that true? Even characters that don’t scale with ATK% can still benefit from her kit? Yeah, that’s how strong she is. Think of her as an improved version of Bennett, but without the annoying 70% HP threshold for his buffs. Nicole gives ATK% to the active character, deals solid off-field damage herself, and has that unbreakable shield I mentioned. Add her signature weapon and artifact set, and she’s also throwing out extra damage% buffs for the whole team. It’s no wonder so many players call her the most flexible support in the game right now.

So who are the best main DPS units to pair with Nicole? Let’s break it down:

• Hu Tao: Her whole kit scales with ATK, and Nicole’s shield keeps her alive even when she’s below 50% HP to trigger her own damage buffs. I’ve seen Hu Tao hit over 100k per charged attack with Nicole on the team.

• Eula: Nicole’s ATK buff amplifies Eula’s already massive burst damage, and the shield lets her stay in the fight long enough to stack her Lightfall Sword to full power.

• Xiao: Nicole’s Anemo damage buff is perfect for Xiao, and the shield protects him while he’s floating in the air during his burst, no more worrying about getting knocked out of the sky by random enemy attacks.

And if you’re looking for great Sub-DPS units that benefit from Nicole’s off-field ATK buff? These are my top picks:

• Xiangling: Her Pyronado already deals huge off-field damage, and Nicole’s buff makes it even stronger. Plus, the two of them work great with Anemo characters for Swirl reactions.

• Fischl: Oz’s off-field Electro damage gets a massive boost from Nicole’s buffs, and Fischl’s own kit is super low-maintenance—perfect for a team where you’re focusing on a main DPS.

• Albedo: His off-field Geo damage scales with ATK, so Nicole’s buffs make his Transient Blossoms hit way harder, adding even more consistent damage to the team.

I’ve tested so many different team combinations with Nicole over the past few months, and I’m still finding new ways to make her work. Whether you’re a new player just starting out or a veteran trying to climb the Spiral Abyss, Nicole is a support that can elevate almost any team. So what are you waiting for? If you haven’t built her yet, or haven’t found the right team for her, give one of these compositions a try. I promise, you’ll be amazed at how much stronger your team becomes.