Hey fellow travelers! It's your resident Abyss sweatlord here, diving deep into the latest meta data fresh from the trenches of the 4.6 Spiral Abyss. I was just grinding away at Floor 12, you know, the usual Tuesday ritual, when I stumbled upon this chart. And let me tell you, the results were... spicy! đ Remember the restrictions in Phase 2? No switching gear mid-stage? Yeah, that really separated the casuals from the hardcore. It forced everyone to think about their team synergy from the very start. So, what does the data from our trusty source, YShelper, tell us about who's dominating the Abyss in 2026? Buckle up, let's break it down!
First off, can we talk about the queen of the Abyss? I mean, was there ever any doubt? Furina absolutely demolished the competition with a staggering 86.9% usage rate! That's right, nearly 9 out of 10 teams clearing the hardest content had her. It's insane, but honestly, makes total sense. Her ability to buff the entire team's damage while providing off-field Hydro application is just too broken to ignore. Who else can flex between being a massive DPS boost and a pseudo-healer? It's no wonder she's glued to the top spot.
But the surprises don't stop there. Look at this top 10 list. It's a who's who of Genshin's most versatile powerhouses:
Top 10 Most Used Characters (Phase 2, Version 4.6):
| Rank | Character | Usage Rate | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Furina | 86.9% | Sub-DPS/Support |
| 2 | Kazuha | 79.6% | Crowd Control/Support |
| 3 | Neuvillette | 78.3% | Main DPS |
| 4 | Bennett | 75.8% | Healer/ATK Buffer |
| 5 | Arlecchino | 70.7% | Main DPS |
| 6 | Zhongli | 69.8% | Shielder |
| 7 | Baizhu | 58.9% | Healer/Shielder |
| 8 | Yelan | 57.1% | Sub-DPS |
| 9 | Nadra | 56.8% | Sub-DPS/Support |
| 10 | Xingqiu | 49.9% | Sub-DPS |
Kazuha holding strong at 79.6% is just... chef's kiss. đ¤ Anemo's grouping and Viridescent Venerer shred are still the ultimate luxury in any team. And our beloved 6-star Bennett? Still rocking a 75.8% usage rate. The man is immortal! It's 2026, and we're still saying "Bennett is broken." Some things never change.
The real talk of the town, though, is Arlecchino bursting onto the scene at 70.7%. She's not just popular; she's defining the meta. Pairing her with the classic Zhongli-Yelan-Bennett core seems to be the secret sauce for a lot of players. Meanwhile, Neuvillette at 78.3% proves that his hyper-proof status is a reality, not just theorycrafting.
But hold on, the story gets even more interesting when we look at the team compositions. This is where you really see the meta crystallize. The data shows which characters love to stick together, and the top team is a masterpiece of synergy:
đĨ Top 5 Most Used Teams:
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Neuvillette + Kazuha + Baizhu + Furina (38%) - The undisputed king of teams. This is peak comfort and damage. Neuvillette gets his stacks, Kazuha groups and shreds, Baizhu provides healing and shields, and Furima provides... like, everything. It's a well-oiled machine.
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Arlecchino + Zhongli + Yelan + Bennett (20.9%) - The premier hypercarry setup for the new Pyro queen. Zhongli's shield lets her go unga bunga, Yelan provides off-field damage and a damage buff, and Bennett... well, he's Bennett. Classic, effective, brutal.
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Alhaitham + Nahida + Xingqiu + Kuki Shinobu (20.6%) - The Spread/Hyperbloom monster. Even in 2026, this Quickbloom variant is a top-tier choice for consistent, high damage. It's almost brainless to play, and the results speak for čĒčēĢ
4. Tartaglia + Kazuuma + Bennett + Xiangling
5. Xiao + Xiuman + Furima + Faruzan (12.6%) - The premium Xiao team. Xianyun's plunge attack support is a game-changer for him, and with Furima's buffs, Xiao is hitting numbers that would make even the Geo Archon blush.
So, what does all this mean for us? đ¤ Well, it confirms a few things. First, utility is king. Characters who provide multiple buffs, healing, and damage (like Furima) or irreplaceable utility (like Kazuha's grouping) will always be in high demand. Second, the classic supports are still classic for a reason. Bennett, Xianyun, Faruzan, and Xiangling remain the backbone of countless teams.
But here's my personal takeaway: the meta is actually pretty healthy! We're seeing a mix of new Fontaine powerhouses (Neuvillette, Furima, Arlecchino) coexisting with older staples. It's not just one or two teams dominating; there's variety in the top 5. You want to play a hypercarry? Go for Arlecchino. Prefer a self-sustaining hydro cannon? Neuvillette's your guy. Still love your Dendro reactions? Alhaitham's team is right there.
The Spiral Abyss in 2026 is a testament to good character design and team-building. It rewards players who understand synergy over just raw power. So, if your favorite character isn't on this list, don't sweat it! These are just the most used, not necessarily the only viable ones. The real fun is finding that off-meta team that clicks for you and still clears with 36 stars. That's the true endgame. đ
What teams did you use to conquer the 4.6 Abyss? Let me know in the comments! Maybe you found a sleeper meta team we all missed.