Build Analysis

Xiangli Yao vs Augusta: Which Electro DPS is Better in 2026?

Xiangli Yao is an Electro Gauntlets DPS whose damage scales with coordinated attacks (discharge), paired with Yinlin. Augusta is an Electro Broadblade DPS who channels lightning through charged strikes. Both are strong Electro carries with different playstyles.

Xiangli Yao (Discharge) vs Augusta (Lightning Broadblade)

Xiangli Yao (Discharge)

Team: Xiangli Yao + Yinlin + Shorekeeper

Yinlin triggers coordinated attacks; Xiangli Yao discharges for big Electro damage whenever a teammate triggers one.

Pros:

Premier Electro carry
Yinlin enable is strong
Coordinated-attack scaling is unique

Cons:

Relies on coord triggers
Gauntlets weapon pool

Rotation: Yinlin coord -> Xiangli Yao discharge combo -> repeat

Augusta (Lightning Broadblade)

Team: Augusta + Yinlin + Shorekeeper

Yinlin enables; Augusta channels lightning into charged sword strikes and a heavy Liberation.

Pros:

Heavy on-field Electro damage
Broadblade option for Electro
Simple, satisfying kit

Cons:

Lower ceiling than Xiangli Yao
Also wants a coord buffer

Rotation: Yinlin coord -> Augusta charged combo + Liberation -> repeat

Verdict

Xiangli Yao is the higher-ceiling Electro carry; Augusta is the simpler Broadblade alternative. Pull based on weapon-type preference.