Valeriy at a glance
Valeriy is a 4-star Electro Sword character introduced in Genshin Impact version 7.2. HoYoverse describes him as a support who provides shields and Electro-related buffs. He commands the Special Assignments Battalion.
For a starting build, consider ATK and enough Energy Recharge to use his Burst reliably. Icy Veins recommends balancing both stats because his support and shield scale with ATK. This is a guide recommendation, not a guarantee of performance.
Weapons and artifacts to consider
Icy Veins identifies Summit Shaper as an ATK-focused option and Finale of the Deep as a craftable choice. Favonius Sword trades some personal ATK for team Energy utility; the same guide recommends CRIT Rate when using it. Choose for your available weapons and team Energy needs rather than assuming a single sword fits every account.
For Stellar-Conduct teams, Icy Veins recommends Heart of the Furnace when another teammate is not already using it. Noblesse Oblige is an alternative when that set is covered. Check the in-game set descriptions and avoid assuming duplicate team effects stack.
Team and basic rotation
One team suggested by Icy Veins is Mitya, Odette, Valeriy and Sucrose. Its guide says Valeriy does not enable Stellar-Conduct by himself; check that your chosen teammates provide the necessary reaction setup.
Icy Veins suggests using his Elemental Skill, Elemental Burst and Charged Attack before switching. Timing and Energy needs depend on the team; this sequence has not been tested by Nisu.
Ascension materials to check
The Icy Veins profile lists Fairy Wormwood, Severed Tail of the Sky-Roamer, Vajrada Amethyst and Ethereal enemy drops among Valeriy’s character ascension materials. These are character ascension items; talent upgrades have separate requirements.
Before spending resources, check the quantities on Valeriy’s in-game ascension screen for his current level. We have not verified material drops or farming routes in a game session.
How to get Valeriy
HoYoverse’s version 7.2 phase I notice lists Valeriy among the featured 4-star characters on both the Mitya and Furina event wishes. The notice states that those wishes end November 24, 2026 at 17:59; consult the in-game wish screen for your server and current availability.
HoYoverse says Valeriy will be added to the Wanderlust Invocation standard wish in the next version after this event. A featured 4-star rate increase is not a promise that a particular number of wishes will obtain him.
What this guide has tested
Identity, element, weapon and wish details come from HoYoverse. Build, team and material information is attributed to Icy Veins; recommendations can change with further testing.
Nisu has not pulled or played Valeriy, tested the rotation, measured Energy needs or verified material drops. The cover is an original text graphic, not official character art.
Quick help
What element and weapon does Valeriy use?
HoYoverse lists him as a 4-star Electro Sword character.
Is Valeriy a shield support?
Yes. HoYoverse describes him as a support who provides shields and Electro-related buffs.
Which banner has Valeriy?
The version 7.2 phase I notice features him on the Mitya and Furina event wishes through November 24, 2026 at 17:59; verify your in-game wish screen.
Source and scope
HoYoverse 7.2 notices and Icy Veins guide checked November 5, 2026. No gameplay test.