[6.4] Skirk Complete Build Guide: The Abyssal Master

Version: 6.4 | Last Updated: 2026-03-01 | Sources: KQM, Game8, Gamersky

Overview

Skirk, Tartaglia's master and legendary warrior from the Abyss, arrives as a 5-star Cryo Sword character. Her unique Abyssal mechanics allow for devastating Normal Attack damage with Cryo infusion.

Why Skirk is T0

• Highest Cryo DPS ceiling: Unmatched Normal Attack scaling
• Abyssal Form: Enhanced attacks with massive multipliers
• Self-sufficient: Built-in CRIT buffs and infusion
• Flexible teams: Works in Freeze, Melt, and Mono Cryo
• Lore fantasy: The master finally playable

Talent Priority

Best Artifacts

1. Finale of the Deep (4pc) - Best in Slot

• 2pc: ATK +18%
• 4pc: Normal Attack and Burst DMG +60% when HP changes
• Why: Perfect synergy with Skirk's HP drain mechanics

2. Marechaussee Hunter (4pc) - With Furina

• 4pc: +36% CRIT Rate on HP change
• Why: Furina synergy, but watch for CRIT overflow

3. Blizzard Strayer (4pc) - Freeze Teams

• 4pc: +40% CRIT Rate vs Frozen enemies
• Why: Traditional freeze, CRIT overflow risk with signature

Main Stats Priority

Best Weapons

5-Star Options

4-Star Options

Team Compositions

Skirk Freeze (Comfortable)

• Skirk + Furina + Kazuha + Shenhe
• Rotation: Shenhe E/Q → Kazuha E/Q → Furina E/Q → Skirk E → NA spam

Skirk Melt (Maximum DPS)

• Skirk + Xiangling + Bennett + Kazuha
• Forward melt for massive damage
• Requires careful rotation

Skirk Mono Cryo

• Skirk + Shenhe + Kazuha + Zhongli
• Pure Cryo damage, comfortable
• Zhongli shield for uninterrupted attacks