Columbina, the new 5-star Hydro character and former Fatui Harbinger who arrived in Teyvat in early 2026, is revolutionizing team compositions in Genshin Impact thanks to her incredibly versatile kit. Unlike other characters from the Nod-Krai region, she is not limited to units from that area, being able to trigger and enhance Lunar Reactions even for allies of other elements. Therefore, the Brazilian player community is experimenting with various powerful formations featuring her this January.
Columbina’s great relevance lies precisely in her flexibility, acting as a sub-DPS, Hydro applicator, and lunar damage amplifier. She fits into various team architectures, from those focused on Lunar Charged to those exploring the new Lunar Crystallize. This way, building an efficient team with her is more accessible than initially thought, opening up a huge strategic range for players.
Premium Compositions and Highlight Teams
One of the strongest formations to exploit lunar damage features Flins as the main DPS and Ineffa as the sub-DPS, also counting on Sucrose to group enemies and reduce elemental resistance. In this team, Columbina shines as another sub-DPS, applying Hydro with her elemental skill and buffing all the reaction’s damage with her burst. On the other hand, she also stands out as support in Nefer teams focused on Lunar Bloom, where Lauma and Kokomi complete a powerful synergy that leverages Hydro resonance to further increase the group’s potential.
Predicted to become even more relevant, Columbina is a key piece for teams awaiting the characters Zibai and Illuga, both specialists in Lunar Crystallize. In this futuristic composition, Zhongli ensures survival with his shield, while Columbina enables the reactions and increases their damage. Furthermore, she proves valuable even in teams without other lunar supports, allowing Electro DPS characters like Clorinde or Varesa to trigger occasional reactions, with Iansan and Jahoda closing a synergistic and dynamic combo.
Therefore, Columbina’s arrival in 2026 truly democratized access to high lunar damage teams. Her ability to adapt to different playstyles and characters makes her one of the most valuable additions of the year for those seeking efficiency in the Abyss or the open world. Thus, players now have a powerful tool to experiment and create their own winning combinations.
