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Layla is an outstanding student of Sumeru Akademiya, specifically Rtawahist Darshan, which specializes in Theoretical Astrology. However, to keep up with her work, she lives sleep-deprived and with a sleepwalking condition. You may see her as an exhausted student, but Sleepwalker Layla not only finishes her homework but is also good at fighting alone or on a team; sure, the build that made her awakened version is very helpful in dealing with the enemies of Genshin Impact. Don’t get blinded by the first impression; once you get to know both parts of Layla, they are an excellent help in studies or combat.
The Best Artifacts
As part of the Akademiya of Genshin Impact, Layla has access to many artifacts for her build, and many of her studies are to explain their functions. Among her experiments with artifacts, the ones that stand out the most are:
| Tenacity of the Millelith | Layla’s main benefit from this set is the HP boost that translates into an ATK buff and a more robust Shield. Also, when Layla hits an enemy with her Skill, her whole team gets an ATK boost, even if she is off-field. |
| Blizzard Strayer | This set is ideal if you use Layla as a Sub-DPS because when she attacks an enemy affected by Cryo, she will get a CRIT Rate boost, but this buff will be higher if the enemy she hits is Frozen. |
| Noblesse Oblige | Layla’s kit relies on using her Burst more to apply Cryo and put on her Shield, too. So, with this set, Layla will get more ATK for her team after activating her Burst. |
The Best Weapons
As a student, it is common to see Layla surrounded by books and documents when she isn’t asleep. Yet, she is also a skilled swordswoman, and sometimes you will see her practicing with these swords:
| Key Of Khaj-Nisut (5-Star) | This sword significantly improves Layla’s HP, one of the most crucial stats for her, as it scales with her Shield. She will also get an upgrade for the Elemental Mastery of all her team and improve her ATK. | |
| Primordial Jade Cutter (5-Star) | This weapon will boost Layla’s CRIT Rate, HP, and ATK. So, this sword is better for a Sub-DPS build, as it improves her DMG and Cryo attacks. | |
| The Dockhand’s Assistant (4-Star) | If you want to prioritize Layla’s Shield, this sword will be perfect because it provides a good HP boost. She will also get an Elemental Mastery and Energy buff to use her Burst more. | |
| Sacrificial Sword (4-Star) | This weapon stands out more for its Energy Recharge boost and because it will help Layla to use more of her Elemental Skill, even before its cooldown ends. | |
The Best Team and Rotation
Layla has one of the best Shields of Genshin Impact, so many characters will benefit from having her in their team, such as:
| Freeze | Melt |
|---|---|
| Ayaka – Main DPS Xingqiu/Yelan – Sub-DPS Shenhe – Support Layla – Support/Sub-DPS | Hu Tao – Main DPS Xingqiu – Support/Sub-DPS Yelan – Support/Sub-DPS Layla – Support |
| 1. Start with Layla’s Burst and follow with her Elemental Skill. 2. Change to Ayaka’s Elemental Skill and end with her Burst. 3. Switch to get Shenhe buffs. 4. Bring Kazuha for his Elemental Skill, and avoid using his Plunging attack. 5. Finally, use Ayaka’s Elemental Skill and Burst. | 1. Begin with Xingqiu’s Elemental Skill and Burst. 2. Continue with Yelan’s Burst and then her Elemental Skill. 3. Bring Layla to start with her Burst and then change to her Shield. 4. Use Yelan’s Elemental Skill again. 5. Switch to Hu Tao full combo. 6. Once again, change to Yelan’s Skill. |
