They say in the misty mountains of Liyue, where ancient spirits dance with mortal dreams, a new guardian has emerged. Lan Yan, the 4-star Anemo wielder, has floated into the hearts of Teyvat's adventurers during this year's Lantern Rite festivities. Unlike the grand entrances of 5-star characters who typically dominate these seasonal celebrations, this feathered protector has quietly revolutionized team compositions across the realm with her versatile support capabilities.

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The winds of 2025 have brought fresh perspectives on character building, and Lan Yan stands as testament to HoYoverse's evolving design philosophy. She moves through the battlefield like autumn leaves in a gentle breeze – seemingly delicate yet surprisingly resilient. Her shielding potential rivals the legendary contracts of Zhongli himself, while her crowd control abilities gather enemies like moths to a flame.

The Shield Maiden's True Potential

When the dust settles and the enemy's blows rain down, Lan Yan's protective embrace becomes a sanctuary for those she guards. Her shields stand tall against the chaos, a testament to her dedication to those she serves. But the question on every traveler's lips remains: does this feathered guardian need the power of constellations to truly shine?

The truth, as clear as Liyue's mountain springs, is that Lan Yan performs admirably even at Constellation 0. She's what veterans might call "ready out of the box" – a rare quality in a gacha game where characters often need constellation investments to reach their peak performance. Talk about getting your mora's worth!

Her constellation path resembles many support-focused 4-stars – helpful additions rather than game-changing transformations. They primarily enhance her shielding capabilities, with occasional nods to damage output and team utility. For most adventurers traversing Teyvat's challenges, these constellations represent pleasant bonuses rather than necessary investments.

Constellation Breakdown: Worth the Starglitter?

C1: The First Feather Falls

Lan Yan's first constellation summons an additional Feathermoon Ring, offering a modest damage increase that barely moves the needle on her overall performance. With her Elemental Skill locked behind a 16-second cooldown (that's longer than a hilichurl's attention span!), this extra damage output feels more like a gentle breeze than a howling gale.

C2: The Shield Reborn

Now we're talking! C2 represents Lan Yan's most significant power spike, allowing her shield to gradually refresh every 2 seconds when normal attacks are performed. While this doesn't increase the shield's initial strength, it dramatically improves its sustainability throughout extended encounters.

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🛡️ Shield Refresh Mechanics:

  • Activates every 2 seconds

  • Requires normal attacks to trigger

  • Typically refreshes 1-2 times per rotation

  • Particularly effective with rapid attackers

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This constellation doesn't quite reach the "set it and forget it