In the sprawling world of Genshin Impact, the arrival of a new 5-star character is always a game-changer, and 2026’s Version 7.0 update brought exactly that with Odette, the first Cryo unit tied to the long-awaited Snezhnaya region. For players looking to turn their Teyvat exploration and combat performance up a notch, optimizing Odette’s build is non-negotiable—this sub-DPS powerhouse can turn ordinary fights into one-sided blowouts if set up correctly, even if she’s not front and center on the field.
Odette’s core strength lies in her ability to transform two staple reactions into their upgraded "Stellar" variants: Stellar-Conduct (a buffed Superconduct) and Stellar-Swirl (a buffed Swirl). Any team she joins automatically converts these reactions, boosting their damage and adding extra utility effects—making her a versatile pick for multiple team archetypes. To unlock her full potential, though, players need to nail three key components: weapon choice, artifact sets, and team composition.
Weapon Options for Odette
As a sword-wielding ATK-based sub-DPS, Odette’s weapon needs to amplify her damage output and play into her unique kit. Her best-in-slot (BiS) option is the 5-star signature sword Whitelake Frostfeather, a weapon tailor-made for her playstyle. It boosts CRIT Rate via its base effect, and landing a Skill hit grants an ATK buff that stacks up to three times (triggering once every 0.1 seconds). At three stacks, the sword supercharges Stellar Glimmer reaction damage by boosting CRIT DMG and restores Elemental Energy—perfect for Odette, since her Elemental Skill summons a Dance Double that periodically strikes enemies, letting her stack the buffs almost effortlessly.
For players who can’t pull the signature sword, there are solid alternatives:
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5-star options: Freedom-Sworn, Azurelight, and Aquila Favonia all work well, offering ATK boosts or reaction buffs that align with Odette’s role.
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4-star option: Finale of the Deep, a craftable weapon from Version 4.0, is a budget-friendly pick that still delivers solid performance for sub-DPS builds.
Artifact Sets for Odette
Version 7.0 introduced the Heart of the Furnace artifact set, which is the clear top pick for Odette. The two-piece bonus grants an 18% ATK boost, while the four-piece bonus is a game-changer: triggering Stellar Glimmer reactions or dealing Stellar Glimmer damage gives a 12% ATK buff for 12 seconds, and boosts nearby party members’ Stellar Glimmer damage by 50%. Even better, this effect works if Odette is off-field—ideal for a sub-DPS who spends most of her time supporting from the sidelines.
When farming Heart of the Furnace, prioritize these main stats and substats:
| Slot | Main Stat Priority | Substat Priority |
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| Flower | HP | CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK, Elemental Mastery |
| Feather | ATK | CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK, Elemental Mastery |
| Sands | ATK% | CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, Elemental Mastery |
| Goblet | Cryo DMG Bonus | CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK, Elemental Mastery |
| Circlet | CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG | CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, ATK, Elemental Mastery |
If you haven’t farmed a full Heart of the Furnace set yet, Disenchantment in Deep Shadows is a temporary alternative—but it only works for Stellar-Conduct teams, so it’s not a universal fix.
Team Compositions for Odette
Odette fits into two core team archetypes, each with its own strengths. Here are the top picks for 2026:
Stellar-Conduct Teams
These teams center on a main Cryo DPS, with Odette and Electro supports fueling the buffed Superconduct reaction. Top picks include:
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Main DPS: Sandrone (a powerful 5-star Cryo unit) or Wriothesley (a 5-star Cryo DPS with high burst damage).
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Electro Supports: Yae Miko (off-field damage) or Raiden Shogun (energy recharge and burst damage).
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Flex Slot: The new 5-star Electro character Alyosha, who acts as both support and healer—though note his healing can conflict with Wriothesley’s HP-loss mechanics, so pair him with Sandrone for best results.
Stellar-Swirl Teams
These teams focus on buffed Swirl reactions, with an Anemo main DPS leading the charge:
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Main DPS: Mizuki or Varka, both 5-star Anemo units that excel at triggering Swirl reactions.
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Support: Sucrose, who boosts Elemental Mastery and groups enemies.
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Sustain: Qiqi or Escoffier, who provide healing and consistent Cryo application to keep reactions flowing.
Leveling Priority for Odette
Resources in Teyvat are hard to come by, so prioritize leveling Odette’s kit in this order:
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Elemental Skill: This is her bread and butter, summoning the Dance Double that powers most of her damage and buffs.
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Elemental Burst: A high-damage nuke that also summons a Dance Double, making it a key secondary ability.
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Normal Attack: Skip this entirely—Odette is designed to stay off-field, so her normal attacks are irrelevant to her performance.
Overall, Odette’s build is straightforward but requires attention to detail—farming the right artifacts and balancing CRIT, ATK, and Elemental Mastery can be a grind, but the payoff is well worth it. Whether you’re tackling Spiral Abyss floors or exploring Snezhnaya’s icy landscapes, a well-built Odette will turn your team into a force to be reckoned with. And for players who miss her initial banner, don’t sweat it—she’ll be back in reruns in future patches, so you’ll have plenty of chances to add this Snezhnaya powerhouse to your roster.