Who uses Tenacity of the Millelith?

In the world of Genshin Impact, a popular action RPG, players are constantly seeking ways to optimize their characters' performance. One of the most sought-after artifact sets is the Tenacity of the Millelith. But who exactly benefits the most from equipping this powerful set? This article will delve deep into the specifics of the Tenacity of the Millelith set and identify the characters that make the best use of its unique bonuses.

Understanding the Tenacity of the Millelith Set

Before we discuss who uses it, let's break down what the Tenacity of the Millelith set actually does. This artifact set, primarily focused on HP and defense, offers two significant bonuses:

2-Piece Bonus: Increases HP by 20%.
4-Piece Bonus: When an Elemental Skill hits an opponent, the ATK of all nearby party members is increased by 20% and their Shield Strength is increased by 30% for 3 seconds. This effect can be triggered once every 0.5 seconds. Notably, this bonus can still be triggered even if the character equipping this artifact set is not on the field.

As you can see, the set heavily favors characters who can trigger its 4-piece bonus reliably and characters who benefit from increased HP and Shield Strength.

The Prime Candidates for Tenacity of the Millelith

The characters that shine with the Tenacity of the Millelith set are typically those who have:

Strong Elemental Skills with Frequent Triggers: The key to maximizing the 4-piece bonus is hitting opponents with an Elemental Skill consistently.
Substantial HP Scaling: Many characters in Genshin Impact have abilities and damage that scale with their HP.
Utility-Focused Roles: The set's buffs to ATK and Shield Strength make it ideal for characters who provide support to the team.

With these criteria in mind, here are some of the most prominent characters who utilize Tenacity of the Millelith:

Zhongli

Zhongli, the Geo Archon, is arguably the poster child for the Tenacity of the Millelith set. His Elemental Skill,Dominus Lapidis, summons a Stone Stele that deals Geo DMG and pulses Geo DMG periodically. More importantly, it can be held to create a Geo construct that resonates with other Geo constructs, further triggering its damage pulse and thus the Tenacity of the Millelith's 4-piece effect. Zhongli's own abilities, particularly his Elemental Burst, also scale with his HP, making the 2-piece bonus incredibly valuable for his personal damage and survivability. The shield strength increase from the 4-piece bonus also further bolsters his already formidable Jade Shield.

Albedo

Another strong contender from the Geo element, Albedo's Elemental Skill, Solar Isotoma, creates a construct that deals Geo DMG whenever a character within its area damages an opponent. This consistent damage output from his construct provides a reliable way to trigger the 4-piece bonus of Tenacity of the Millelith, buffing the entire team. Albedo's own damage also scales with his DEF, but the HP increase from the 2-piece bonus can contribute to his survivability, and the team-wide buffs are his primary contribution when using this set.

Kuki Shinobu

Kuki Shinobu, with her Electro application and healing capabilities, can also make good use of Tenacity of the Millelith. Her Elemental Skill, Sanctifying Ring, creates a ring ofElectro damage around her that consumes HP to deal damage and heal the active character. This skill's continuous damage, even off-field, allows for consistent activation of the 4-piece bonus. While Kuki's healing scales with HP and her personal damage can scale with Elemental Mastery, the HP boost from the 2-piece bonus enhances her survivability, and the ATK and Shield Strength buffs are a welcome addition to any team she's in.

Diona

Diona, the feline bow-wielding healer and shielder, benefits significantly from the HP boost provided by the 2-piece bonus, which directly translates to stronger shields and more potent healing. Her Elemental Skill, Icy Paws, fires off icy projectiles that can hit enemies and grant a shield. When held, it grants a stronger shield and deals more DMG. The continuous nature of her shield and her ability to generate particles makes her a good candidate for triggering the 4-piece bonus, especially in teams that can take advantage of the increased ATK and Shield Strength.

Thoma

Thoma, a Pyro polearm user known for his strong defensive capabilities, is another excellent choice. His Elemental Skill, Blazing Blessing, and his Elemental Burst, Crimson Ooyoroi, generate "shields" that stack. Each stack of his Burst's shield absorbs Pyro DMG and increases resistance to interruption. The more stacks, the stronger the shield. When a new shield is generated or an existing one is refreshed, the stack count resets. The 4-piece bonus of Tenacity of the Millelith synergizes perfectly with Thoma's kit, as his shield-related abilities provide ample opportunity to trigger the artifact's buffs. The increased HP also directly translates to stronger shields for him.

Other Potential Users

While the characters listed above are the most prominent, other characters might find niche uses for Tenacity of the Millelith, especially if the player lacks better artifact sets or is building a specific team composition:

Yanfei (C4 and beyond): When Yanfei has her 4th Constellation unlocked, her shields can absorb damage and apply Pyro to opponents. If her Elemental Skill can consistently hit, she can trigger the set.
Noelle: While Noelle typically prefers DEF-focused artifacts, if building her for shield support and survivability, Tenacity of the Millelith can be considered, especially if her Elemental Skill is active.
Layla: Layla's shields are directly tied to her HP. The 2-piece bonus is a direct buff to her shield strength, and her Elemental Skill can provide consistent hits for the 4-piece bonus.

When to Choose Tenacity of the Millelith

The decision to equip Tenacity of the Millelith should be based on the character's role in the team and their kit. If your primary goal is to provide consistent team-wide buffs, enhance survivability with stronger shields, and the character has a reliable way to trigger the 4-piece bonus with their Elemental Skill, then Tenacity of the Millelith is an excellent choice.

It's important to remember that while Tenacity of the Millelith offers fantastic support capabilities, it doesn't directly boost a character's personal damage as much as offensive artifact sets might. Therefore, it's best suited for characters whose primary contributions are through their skills, shields, and team support, rather than raw damage output.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How does the 4-piece bonus of Tenacity of the Millelith trigger off-field?

The 4-piece bonus of Tenacity of the Millelith triggers when the character equipping the set uses their Elemental Skill and hits an opponent. This effect can persist even after the character is swapped out, as long as the duration of the buff has not ended and the conditions for its activation are met. This makes characters with off-field Elemental Skill capabilities particularly strong users of this set.

Why is Tenacity of the Millelith good for support characters?

Tenacity of the Millelith is excellent for support characters because its 4-piece bonus provides significant buffs to the entire party, increasing both their Attack and Shield Strength. This directly enhances the team's overall damage output and survivability, which are crucial roles for support characters. The 2-piece bonus, increasing HP, also benefits characters who rely on HP for their abilities or for their own survivability.

Can a DPS character use Tenacity of the Millelith?

Generally, Tenacity of the Millelith is not the optimal choice for dedicated damage-per-second (DPS) characters who aim to maximize their personal damage output. Its buffs are more focused on support and survivability. However, in very specific team compositions or if a player lacks better offensive sets, some characters with strong Elemental Skills might use it for its team-wide buffs, especially if their own damage scaling is not the primary focus of the team.