Tier List for Best Genshin Impact Shield Characters in 2022

Shielding is one of the core mechanics in Genshin Impact. They are temporary protection barriers that absorb damage the player takes, allowing them to tank powerful attacks. In this article, Gurugamer is going to showcase a tier list for the best Genshin Impact shield characters in 2022.

There are 2 ways to create shields: reaction and talent. All Geo characters can create shields by combining their elements with either Cryo, Pyro, Hydro, or Electro. These shields are limited and weaker in general - therefore, only Talent-based shield users would be on this list.

1. Zhongli

Zhongli is probably the male character with the most fans in Genshin Impact. Because of this, his underpowered state on release angered a lot of them. miHoYo decided to resolve the problem by buffing Zhongli massively… and now he is the #1 uncontested best shield user in the game. His tough shield can withstand all types of enemy attacks, allowing players to get away with any type of squishy lineup.

As a character, Zhongli has the highest base shield strength, with 150% damage absorption against all elemental and physical damage. This is overwhelmingly powerful and versatile. On top of that, he also has the ability to reduce elemental resistance of foes in the vicinity. This buffs some of the top DPS characters in Genshin greatly.

Furthermore, he is no slouch when it comes to dealing high damage. Zhongli can dish out huge AoE Geo damage with his Elemental Burst, which also inflicts Petrify.

2. Noelle

Noelle is a powerful shielder and healer in Genshin Impact. Being a Geo character, she has naturally high DEF, with an elemental skill that protects and heals all characters. If you are a new player and are having problems with sustenance, adding Noelle can pretty much solve the issue. Out of all 4 star shielders in the game, Noelle's shield is the best.

Players can turn Noelle into an excellent damage dealer at C6, with her last constellation boosting her damage by 50% of DEF and duration by 10 seconds. This is one of the best constellations in the game, allowing Noelle to compete in damage with 5 stars characters easily.