Spiral Abyss Character Usage Rankings & Analysis - Genshin 6.2

The Spiral Abyss, one of Genshin Impact’s endgame challenges, remains the ultimate test of team-building, character synergy, and mechanical execution. With every patch, the enemy lineup, blessings, and Ley Line Disorders shape the meta in subtle but impactful ways.

Based on the latest data from December 16, 2025, to January 16, 2026 (Version 6.2), here’s an in-depth breakdown of the most used characters, the trends behind their popularity, and what the current Abyss environment is telling us about team composition priorities. It’s worth noting that character usage rates are primarily intended as a reference to help players make more informed team-building decisions.

Let’s take a closer look together.

 

Floor 12 Overview

Blessing of the Abyssal Moon: Whirlwind Moon

When the active character triggers Swirl on an opponent, a shockwave will be unleashed at the opponent's position, dealing True DMG. This effect can be triggered once every 2s.

Ley Line Disorder:

• First Half: Off-field characters gain a 75% Pyro DMG Bonus.
• Second Half: Characters' Plunging Attack DMG increased by 75%.

 

Usage Rankings – The Top Performers

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Ranking	Character	Usage Rate
1	Durin	81%
2	Mavuika	79.3%
3	Bennett	79.1%
4	Varesa	72.9%
5	Furina	72.7%
6	Citlali	72.2%
7	Xilonen	71.2%

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Ranking	Character	Usage Rate
1	Escoffier	47.1%
2	Kaedehara Kazuha	44.9%
3	Arlecchino	43.9%
4	Venti	42.4%
5	Neuvillette	39.1%
6	Skirk	38.6%
7	Flins	38.3%
8	Ineffa	36.6%

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Ranking	Character	Usage Rate
1	Xiangling	34.2%
2	Xianyun	31.5%
3	Iansan	24.6%
4	Zhongli	24.1%
5	Lauma	24%
6	Xiao	22.3%
7	Yelan	21.9%
8	Chevreuse	21.3%

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What Makes These Characters Work?

Pyro Characters Rule the Field

Pyro characters are dominating this season. Bennett's usage surged by 79.1%, reclaiming his spot as the ultimate support in the Pyro-heavy meta. With ice-resistant bosses on those floors, Pyro's Melt and Overloaded reactions shine, making a full Pyro team the best choice. Bennett's buffs only enhance this, giving Pyro teams a clear edge in the current Abyss.

 

Plunge Attacks Take Center Stage

Plunge units are taking over the Abyss's second half this season. The usage of Varesa has surged, as the current Ley Line Disorder grants them a massive mechanical advantage. Against the Mountain Weasel’s thick shields, a single plunge attack strips 25% of its armor, making Plunge DPS the optimal strategy. With enablers like Xianyun or Kazuha, these teams provide a clear edge in the current rotation.

 

Interesting Outliers & Niche Performers

● Durin (81.0%)

Making a massive debut, Durin has instantly claimed the the top spot in usage. His strength lies in how flexible his role is. Durin slots smoothly into various Overload teams built around Electro or Pyro main DPS, including popular setups like Varesa Overload comps. Beyond that, he can also function as a pure off-field Pyro applicator, filling the Pyro slot in teams that simply need reliable elemental coverage. Overall, Durin already feels easy to slot into many teams, and his strong showing this cycle suggests he’ll remain a solid and relevant pick going forward.

● Venti (S-Tier Return)

After nearly four years out of the spotlight, Venti has made a surprising return to S-tier as a main DPS, largely thanks to the introduction of the Hexerei system. Before this Abyss cycle, he had long sat near the bottom of usage charts among limited 5-star characters. Hexerei smooths out his gameplay, gives him the right teammates to work with, and pairs him with a dedicated signature weapon, finally allowing him to fully play to his strengths. If future updates introduce Hexerei-focused artifact sets, Venti’s ceiling could climb even higher.

● Varesa (72.9%) – Biggest Usage Spike

Varesa saw the largest jump in usage this cycle, largely thanks to the second half of the Abyss favoring Plunging Attack playstyles. She’s always been a capable DPS, and this rotation finally gave her the conditions she needed to stand out. With a 72.9% usage rate, Varesa comfortably lands in the S+ tier. Her Overload teams have long been known as reliable across many matchups, even if they rarely dominate any single one, an all-around strength that often gets overlooked. This Abyss, however, made her value much harder to ignore.

 

Spiral Abyss Trends: What This Ranking Tells Us

• This round of Spiral Abyss data once again reinforces a familiar truth: the meta always follows the environment. Durin’s explosive debut, Venti’s long-awaited resurgence through system support, and Varesa’s sudden rise all stem from how well they align with the current Abyss mechanics and enemy layouts.
• For players, this means there’s no need to blindly chase so-called “must-pull” characters. Instead, focus on leveraging what the Abyss favors—Overload-friendly lineups, Plunging Attack synergies, and characters empowered by new systems can all outperform expectations when placed in the right context.

Curious how these top characters fit into actual team comps? Check out our [Genshin 6.2 Spiral Abyss Floor 12 Guide And Best Team Comps] for optimized lineups, synergy breakdowns, and tips to clear all three chambers perfectly.

 

Conclusion

The 6.2 Spiral Abyss highlights the importance of adapting to the current meta. This Abyss cycle clearly favors teams that can make the most of the new mechanics.  It’s less about raw character strength and more about how well a team fits the environment.

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