The Genshin Impact meta continues to evolve in 2025, with Burgeon teams standing strong as one of the most effective elemental reaction compositions. This powerful reaction, which occurs when Pyro hits Dendro Cores created through Bloom, delivers impressive AoE Dendro damage and has become increasingly popular among players seeking high damage output with the right team synergy.

Understanding the Burgeon Reaction Mechanics

Burgeon is a multi-element reaction that requires careful team composition and execution. The process works in two stages:

1. First, Hydro and Dendro elements combine to create Bloom, generating Dendro Cores

2. When these Dendro Cores are hit with Pyro, they trigger Burgeon, causing them to explode immediately and deal significant AoE Dendro damage

What makes Burgeon particularly effective is that its damage scales based on the Elemental Mastery of the Pyro character triggering the reaction. This creates interesting team-building possibilities where you can focus on building EM on your Pyro trigger while maintaining traditional DPS builds on your other characters.

Top Burgeon Team Compositions in 2025

1. Neuvillette + Nahida + Kazuha + Thoma

This team has emerged as one of the strongest Burgeon compositions in 2025. Even at c0 Neuvillette burgeon performance is exceptional, making this an accessible option for F2P players. Neuvillette provides consistent Hydro application while dealing substantial personal damage. Nahida delivers unparalleled Dendro application with her Tri-Karma Purification, while Kazuha groups enemies and provides elemental damage bonuses. Thoma serves as the perfect Pyro trigger with his shield providing protection from Burgeon self-damage.

2. Ayato + Yelan + Baizhu + Thoma

This double Hydro variant ensures maximum Dendro Core generation. Ayato serves as the on-field DPS and Hydro enabler, while Yelan provides off-field Hydro application and buffs. Baizhu not only applies Dendro but also provides much-needed healing and survivability. Thoma completes the team as the Burgeon trigger with his consistent Pyro application from his elemental burst.

3. Alhaitham + Xingqiu + Nahida + Bennett

For players looking for a more offensive approach, this team leverages Alhaitham's impressive Dendro application alongside Xingqiu's reliable Hydro support. Nahida enhances the team's Dendro application and provides EM sharing, while Bennett offers healing, attack buffs, and serves as the Pyro trigger for Burgeon.

Building Characters for Burgeon Teams

Pyro Trigger (Thoma/Bennett)

For your Pyro character who will trigger Burgeon:

• Weapon: Dragon's Bane, Kitain Cross Spear (for Thoma), or Sapwood Blade (for Bennett)

• Artifacts: 4pc Gilded Dreams or 2pc Wanderer's Troupe + 2pc Gilded Dreams

• Main Stats: EM/EM/EM

• Substats: EM > Energy Recharge > CRIT Rate/DMG

Hydro Applicators

For characters like Neuvillette, Ayato, or Xingqiu:

• Focus: Traditional DPS builds with enough Energy Recharge to maintain burst uptime

• Artifacts: 4pc Heart of Depth (Neuvillette/Ayato) or 4pc Emblem of Severed Fate (Xingqiu)

Dendro Applicators

For Nahida, Baizhu, or other Dendro supports:

• Artifacts: 4pc Deepwood Memories (to reduce enemy Dendro RES)

• Focus: Balance between EM and Energy Recharge

Advanced Burgeon Techniques

Mastering Burgeon teams requires understanding some key techniques:

1. Element Priority Management: Apply Hydro to Dendro constructs (like Nahida's Shrine of Maya) to prevent them from being destroyed by Pyro

2. Core Positioning: Use Anemo characters like Kazuha to group enemies and Dendro Cores together for maximum Burgeon damage

3. Rotation Timing: Apply Dendro and Hydro first to generate cores, then follow with Pyro to trigger Burgeon

Why C0 Neuvillette Burgeon Teams Excel

One of the most accessible yet powerful Burgeon teams in 2025 features C0 Neuvillette. Despite being a 5-star character, Neuvillette doesn't require constellations to perform excellently in Burgeon teams. His controlled Hydro application allows for consistent Dendro Core generation without overwhelming the Dendro application from characters like Nahida.

The beauty of this team is that Neuvillette can maintain his personal damage while enabling Burgeon reactions, creating a dual-damage source that can handle a variety of content in the game.

Final Thoughts

Burgeon teams represent one of Genshin Impact's most intricate yet rewarding playstyles. The elemental reaction juggling requires practice, but the explosive results make it worth the effort. As we move further into 2025, we can expect HoYoverse to continue introducing characters that might enhance these team compositions even further.

Whether you're a veteran player looking to optimize your damage output or a newcomer exploring the depth of Genshin Impact's combat system, Burgeon teams offer a dynamic and powerful option that can clear even the most challenging content in the game.

Research highlighted by The Esports Observer underscores the growing impact of elemental reaction teams in competitive Genshin Impact play. Their industry reports detail how Burgeon compositions, with their synergy between Pyro, Hydro, and Dendro, are increasingly favored in high-level tournaments and community events, reflecting a broader shift in meta strategies for 2025.