This build is only recommended for [C6] Noelle. Noelle DPS is best optimized at [C6] where converts an additional 50% DEF into [stat:atk|ATK]]. Her ability to sustain her team with shields, heals and AoE damage makes for a reliable DPS when your team is built around her.
Combos:
1 / 2 Targets: . This isn't always feasible due to cast time (as well as knockback issues).
Multiple Targets: .
With , using Charged Attack can become more effective. While spinning, opening and closing either the map, or Adventurer's Handbook once will allow you to bypass the 5 second restriction.
Regarding Weapon Choices:
Serpent Spine: When using (4), stacks are prioritized over stacks due to their conflicting nature in gaining stacks (On-Field vs Off-Field).
Skyward Pride: Useful if you are unable to get Energy Recharge from your substats. Does really well while passive is active, but falls of in sustained fights. Comfort option that can lose to a high refined with stacks.
Regarding Artifact Choices:
Sets
Husk of Opulent Dreams (4): Noelle snapshots her DEF on Skill cast. To get the full 4 stacks' DEF% boost during your first Burst, you need to wait 12 seconds before swapping in. In abyss, time spent before the chamber starts still generates stacks.
Marechaussee Hunter (4): Optimal for personal damage by a few percentage points when paired with Furina.
Main Stats
ATK%: ATK% sands when below [C6] or below Talent Level 9 Burst.
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Generally optimal when running multiple off-field DPS like Yelan, Xingqiu, or Fischl.
Instead of focusing on her own damage (but not neglecting it), Noelle takes a supportive role with to buff her team, while still taking advantage of her AoE and strong defensive utility.
Regarding Weapon Choices:
Serpent Spine: When using (4), stacks are prioritized over stacks due to their conflicting nature in gaining stacks (On-Field vs Off-Field).
Skyward Pride: Useful if you are unable to get Energy Recharge from your substats. Does really well while passive is active, but falls of in sustained fights. Comfort option that can lose to a high refined with stacks.
Regarding Artifact Choices:
When driving a team with Furina, Noelle generally lacks DEF% from weapon, set bonus, and team buffs. In order to counteract Furina's HP drain, especialy with high HP units like Yelan, multiple DEF% Main Stats may be required.
Sets
Husk of Opulent Dreams (4): Noelle snapshots her DEF on Skill cast. To get the full 4 stacks' DEF% boost during your first Burst, you need to wait 12 seconds before swapping in. In abyss, time spent before the chamber starts still generates stacks.
Regarding Talent Choices:
Skill: Dependence on Skill's talent level depends on your total DEF and whether Furina is in the team or not.