Why Neuvillette is the Hydro DPS You Need Right Now



Welcome, Traveler, to the heart of Fontaine! If you’ve pulled for the Chief Justice, Neuvillette, you’ve welcomed a true powerhouse onto your team. This man doesn't just use Hydro; he commands it. His unique Charged Attack mechanic, the Sourcewater Droplet system, allows him to unleash devastating, sustained AoE Hydro damage that rivals some of the game's top-tier DPS units.



But raw potential is nothing without optimization. Building Neuvillette correctly can feel daunting&mdash;balancing his unique scaling, managing his HP drain, and ensuring those massive Hydro beams hit their mark. Fear not, fellow adventurers! This comprehensive [size= 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-root="1"><span style="font-size: 10pt; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; color: #1155cc]Genshin Guide[/size]</span> will break down everything you need to know to transform your Chief Justice from a respectable magistrate into the undisputed Hydro Dragon of Teyvat.



Understanding Neuvillette&rsquo;s Core Mechanics: The Hydro Dragon&rsquo;s Breath



Before diving into artifacts and weapons, we must grasp the mechanics that define Neuvillette&rsquo;s damage output. His entire kit revolves around his unique Charged Attack: Charged Attack: Equitable Judgment.



The Sourcewater Droplet System



When Neuvillette uses his Elemental Skill or Burst, he generates Sourcewater Droplets. These are crucial. When Neuvillette initiates his Equitable Judgment, he consumes these droplets. Each droplet consumed significantly:



1. Reduces the charging time of the attack.

2. Increases the damage dealt by the resulting beam.



If you have three droplets, the charge time is instantaneous, unleashing maximum damage immediately. This means your rotation management must prioritize generating and consuming these droplets efficiently.



HP Fluctuation and Passive Talents



Neuvillette&rsquo;s damage scales heavily with his Max HP, but he also relies on his unique HP drain/recovery mechanism tied to his second passive talent, O Tides, I Judge. Using Equitable Judgment drains a small portion of his current HP. When his HP drops below a certain threshold, his Charged Attack damage is further amplified. This mechanic synergizes beautifully with the Marechaussee Hunter artifact set.



Weapon Choices: The Scales of Justice



Neuvillette scales best with HP% and Crit stats. Here is the hierarchy of weapon options, from the absolute best to excellent F2P alternatives.



5-Star Options (The Apex)



1. Prototype Amber (The F2P King)

Yes, you read that right. The craftable catalyst reigns supreme for most situations, especially for newer players or those prioritizing sustainability.

Why it works: It provides a massive base HP% substat (crucial for his scaling) and its passive grants Energy Recharge alongside a party-wide heal when the user uses their Burst. This self-sustain ensures Neuvillette can often run less dedicated healers or battery supports.



2. Tome of the Eternal Flow (Signature Weapon)

This is his best-in-slot if you can pull it.

Why it works: It offers a high Crit DMG secondary stat and an unmatched passive that increases Max HP and grants a massive Crit Rate bonus based on the change in his HP over time. It perfectly meshes with his drain/recovery mechanics.



3. Aqua Simulacra

If you have Yelan&rsquo;s bow lying around, it&rsquo;s a fantastic substitute.

Why it works: Pure Crit DMG boost. Simple, effective, but lacks the HP boost of his signature or Prototype Amber.



4-Star Alternatives (The Strong Contenders)



1. Flowing Purplescript (Event Weapon)

If you participated in the previous event, this is a fantastic 4-star choice.

Why it works: Provides HP% and converts Elemental Mastery (EM) into ATK, which benefits his overall damage (though EM is secondary to HP/Crit).



2. Sacrificial Jade (Battle Pass Weapon)

A strong Battle Pass option if you skip the aforementioned 5-stars.

Why it works: Excellent Crit Rate substat, and the passive grants HP%. A great balance of offensive stats.



3. Eye of Perception / Widsith (Universal Catalysts)

If you have nothing else, these are viable placeholders. Prioritize Crit/Crit DMG substats over their passives until you acquire a better option.



Artifact Sets: Drowning in Damage



The choice of artifacts is perhaps the most significant factor in optimizing Neuvillette. Fortunately, one set stands head and shoulders above the rest.



The Undisputed Best: Marechaussee Hunter (4 Pieces)



This set, introduced in Fontaine, is tailor-made for Neuvillette&rsquo;s gameplay loop.

2-Piece Effect: Increases Max HP by 18%. (Perfect scaling!)

4-Piece Effect: When the wearer&rsquo;s HP changes, their Crit Rate increases by 12% for 5 seconds. This effect can stack up to 3 times (36% Crit Rate!).



Why it dominates: Because Neuvillette constantly drains and potentially heals his HP via his passives and teammates (like Baizhu or the healing from Prototype Amber), he constantly triggers the 4-piece bonus, effectively granting him 36% free Crit Rate, allowing you to stack Crit DMG everywhere else.



Alternatives (If You Haven't Farmed Marechaussee Yet)



1. 2pc Tenacity of the Millelith + 2pc Heart of Depth/Wanderer&rsquo;s Troupe: A decent stopgap, focusing on HP and Hydro DMG Bonus.

2. 4pc Wanderer&rsquo;s Troupe: If you are running him in a team that struggles to generate droplets and you rely on his EM scaling via reactions (less common for pure on-field DPS).



Artifact Stat Priority: What to Look For



When hunting for these precious pieces, the stat priority is clear:



| Artifact Slot | Primary Stat Priority | Secondary Stat Priority |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Flower | Flat HP | Crit Rate/Crit DMG > HP% > ER |

| Feather | Flat ATK | Crit Rate/Crit DMG > HP% > ER |

| Sands | HP% (unless using Prototype Amber) | Crit Rate/Crit DMG > ER |

| Goblet | Hydro DMG Bonus% | Crit Rate/Crit DMG > HP% |

| Circlet | Crit DMG% (if using Marechaussee) or Crit Rate% (if running very low CR) | Crit Rate% (if using CD circlet) / Crit DMG% (if using CR circlet) > HP% |



A Note on Sands: If you are using Prototype Amber, you can sometimes swap the HP% Sands for an Energy Recharge (ER)% Sands if you struggle to burst off cooldown, but generally, HP% Sands remains superior for raw damage output.



Stat Benchmarks (Rough Guide)



Crit Ratio: Aim for 70% Crit Rate (if running Marechaussee, the artifact set gives 36%, so aim for 34% naturally) and aim for a 1:2 Crit DMG ratio (e.g., 70/180).

HP: 30,000 HP is a good baseline; 40,000+ HP is excellent.

Energy Recharge (ER): Neuvillette is not overly demanding, but 120% to 140% is comfortable, especially if you aren't running an ER weapon or have an off-field Hydro unit.



Talent Priority: Which Skill to Max First?



Neuvillette&rsquo;s damage primarily comes from his sustained Charged Attacks, but his Skill and Burst are vital for energy generation and setup.



1. Elemental Skill (E): Unlock the droplets and generate energy immediately. Max this first.

2. Normal Attack (NA): Since his Charged Attack is his Normal Attack sequence, leveling this directly increases the damage of Equitable Judgment. Max this second.

3. Elemental Burst (Q): Useful for burst damage and generating droplets in a pinch, but less crucial than the first two.



Team Composition Synergy: Hydro Dominance



Neuvillette shines brightest when supported by teammates that enable his Hydro application and capitalize on his unique mechanics.



The Core: The "Draconic Core"



The most powerful teams for Neuvillette generally revolve around Reaction Amplification, specifically Vaporize or Bloom, or maximizing his inherent damage via raw supports.



1. The Hyper-Mono Hydro Core (Focus on Raw Damage/Res Shred)

This team focuses purely on maximizing Neuvillette&rsquo;s personal damage output without relying heavily on reactions.



Neuvillette (Main DPS)

Kazuha/Sucrose (Anemo VV Shred/Grouping): Essential for grouping enemies and shredding Hydro Resistance with the Viridescent Venerer set. Kazuha is preferred for his massive Elemental Damage bonus.

Fischl/Yae Miko (Off-Field Electro Application): Triggers powerful Electro-Charged reactions, adding consistent damage while Neuvillette charges.

Zhongli (Shield/Res Shred): Provides the sturdiest shield, allowing Neuvillette to focus entirely on attacking without interruption (crucial for the long beam).



2. The Bloom/Hyperbloom Core (Focus on Dendro Synergy)

If you prefer Dendro reactions, this offers excellent multi-target damage.



Neuvillette (On-Field DPS/Hydro Trigger)

Nahida (Off-Field Dendro Application): The best source of consistent Dendro application.

Kuki Shinobu/Raiden Shogun (Electro Trigger): Provides the necessary Electro element to transform Dendro Cores into aggressive Hyperblooms.

Flex Slot (Shield/Heal): Baizhu (healing/shielding/Dendro resonance) or Zhongli (shielding).



3. The Vaporize Core (High Risk, High Reward)

This requires strict management of who applies Pyro to ensure Neuvillette is the one triggering the reaction most of the time, which is difficult due to his rapid Hydro application. This is often less optimal than Hyperbloom/Electro-Charged but offers massive single-hit damage potential.



Neuvillette (Main DPS/Hydro)

Xiangling (Off-Field Pyro) or Dehya (Interruption Resistance + Pyro application)

Kazuha/Sucrose (Grouping/Buffing)

Bennett (ATK Buff/Healing): His healing can help stabilize Neuvillette's HP after heavy drain phases.



Rotational Guide: Mastering the Flow



A perfect rotation ensures maximum droplet generation before you unleash the fully charged Equitable Judgment.



The Standard Rotation (Using Skill and Burst)



1. Setup: Swap to your supports (e.g., apply VV shred with Kazuha, set up Fischl Oz).

2. Neuvillette Skill (E): Cast the Skill immediately to generate 3 Sourcewater Droplets.

3. Equitable Judgment (Hold CA): Immediately hold the attack button. Since you generated 3 droplets, the charge time is zero. Unleash the full beam.

4. Elemental Burst (Q): After the first beam, use the Burst to generate another 3 droplets and deal burst damage.

5. Second Equitable Judgment (Hold CA): Immediately use another fully charged beam.

6. Cycle Back: Resume with supports as needed.



Key Takeaway: Always ensure you have 3 droplets before starting your Charged Attack sequence. If you use the Burst first, you generate droplets, allowing you to fire two full beams back-to-back without waiting for the Skill cooldown.



Common Neuvillette Build Mistakes to Avoid



1. Ignoring HP Scaling: Do not substitute HP% Sands or Goblets for ATK% Sands or Goblets. Neuvillette's ATK stat from his weapon is largely irrelevant compared to his massive HP scaling.

2. Underestimating Prototype Amber: Unless you are already consistently hitting massive Crit values and have ER covered by supports, crafting and leveling Prototype Amber is often the most efficient damage upgrade for early/mid-game Neuvillette builds.

3. Forgetting Interruption Resistance: While Zhongli offers the best solution, if you skip him, be aware that Neuvillette can be staggered out of his beam, wasting precious time and droplets. Using a high-stagger shield or running Sacrificial Jade (which provides a passive Crit Rate boost, lessening the burden on Marechaussee) can help.

4. Rushing Crit Rate on Marechaussee: If you use the 4pc Marechaussee Hunter, stop focusing on Crit Rate substats once you hit ~70% total (including the set bonus). Every subsequent point should go into Crit DMG or HP%.



Conclusion: The Reign of the Hydro Dragon



Neuvillette isn't just a strong character; he redefines on-field Hydro DPS capability. By focusing on maximizing his Max HP, equipping him with the game-changing Marechaussee Hunter set, and mastering the simple rotation of generating and consuming Sourcewater Droplets, you will unleash a torrent of damage that makes other rivals pale in comparison. Use this Genshin Guide, farm those artifacts, and watch the Chief Justice bring true judgment to the battlefield! Happy hunting, Traveler!

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