Genshin Impact 4.8 Spiral Abyss Meta Report: Furina Dominates Usage Rates!

Hey everyone, it's your boy back with another deep dive into the Genshin meta! As of 2026, the Spiral Abyss in Genshin Impact remains the ultimate endgame challenge, pushing our accounts and team-building skills to the absolute limit. With the 4.8 update bringing the Summertide Scales and Tales event, we also got a fresh rotation of Abyss floors, and you know what that means—time to see which characters are absolutely crushing it! A recent data chart (shoutout to the data miners) has revealed the most popular picks, and let me tell you, the results are both shocking and... completely expected for us veterans. So, let's break down who's on top and why.

🏆 The Unquestioned Queen: Furina Reigns Supreme

Sitting at the very top of the usage chart with a mind-blowing 95.3% usage rate is none other than the Hydro Archon herself, Lady Furina. I mean, what did we expect? 😂 Since her release, she's proven to be arguably the most versatile and powerful support in the entire game. Her strength lies in that insane adaptability—she can slot into almost ANY team that needs a Hydro unit, providing massive damage buffs for the entire party, decent off-field Hydro application, and even some healing. It's no wonder she's considered the best Hydro character. The fact that she was recently featured on a banner alongside Sigewinne definitely gave her availability a boost, but let's be real, even without that, she'd still be dominating. She's just that good.

💧 The Hydro Powerhouse & The Supporting Cast

Right behind Furina in second place is another Fontaine legend, the Chief Justice Neuvillette, with a 91.4% usage rate. This dude is a one-man army! His Charged Attack is just... ridiculous. The pure, raw AoE Hydro damage can clear entire waves of enemies in seconds, making him the uncontested top Hydro DPS. When you pair the sheer power of Neuvillette with the universal support of Furina, you start to see why Hydro is just built different in the current meta.

Rounding out the top four are two legendary supports:

• Kazuha (86.2%): The Anemo god of crowd control and elemental damage boosting. He's never left the meta and probably never will. Swirl is eternal.

• Baizhu (70%): Our go-to Dendro healer and shielder. In teams that leverage Dendro reactions (which are still top-tier), his comfort and application are invaluable.

📊 The Full Top 10 Usage List

Here’s a quick look at the champions of the 4.8 Spiral Abyss:

🧪 The Most Popular Team Compositions

Now, let's talk about the squads that are actually clearing floors. The data shows the most used team, and it's basically the "Dream Team" for the current Abyss:

👑 Top Team (60.8% Usage Rate):

• Furina + Neuvillette + Kazuha + Baizhu

This team is a masterpiece of synergy. Furina buffs everyone's damage, Neuvillette unleashes hell, Kazuha groups enemies and boosts Hydro damage, and Baizhu keeps everyone alive while triggering Dendro cores for some extra reactions. It's powerful, it's safe, and it's extremely popular for a reason.

🥈 Second Most Used Team (29.8% Usage Rate):

• Alhaitham + Nahida + Xingqiu + Kuki Shinobu

This is the classic Hyperbloom dream team. Alhaitham as the on-field Dendro driver, Nahida for insane off-field Dendro application and EM sharing, Xingqiu for consistent Hydro swords, and Kuki Shinobu to trigger all the Dendro cores with her Electro ring. It's a reaction festival that melts health bars.

⭐ The Mighty Four-Star Standout

Even among all these five-star giants, one four-star hero continues to stand tall: Bennett. With a nearly 50% usage rate, our unlucky adventurer from Mondstadt is still proving he's the best four-star character in the game. His attack buff from his burst is just too valuable, and the healing is a nice bonus. It's honestly impressive that he maintains such a high pick rate even when Pyro isn't the most effective element against some of the current Abyss enemies. That's the power of a universally good kit!

🤔 Final Thoughts & The 2026 Meta

Looking at this data in 2026, the message is clear: Hydro and Dendro reactions, supported by top-tier Anemo and defensive units, are the core of the Abyss meta. Characters that offer universal value, like Furina and Kazuha, have unparalleled staying power. For new players, this chart is a golden ticket—it shows you exactly which characters are worth investing in for long-term success. Building a team around the top picks is a surefire way to tackle the game's hardest content.

So, what do you think? Did your main make the list? Are you surprised by any of the rankings? Let me know in the comments! And as always, good luck with your Abyss runs, travelers! May your crits always be charged and your rotations always be smooth. ✌️