Summary
- In the list of best Cipher light cones, “Lies Dance on the Breeze,” her signature Light Cone is in the first rank.
- Good alternatives include Incessant Rain and Patience Is All You Need
- F2P-friendly choice: Resolution Shines As Pearls of Sweat
Top Cipher Light Cones in Honkai Star Rail
Cipher shines in a support or sub-DPS role, and the right Light Cone brings out her full potential. Her kit revolves around debuffing enemies and storing True DMG. Below are the best Cipher Light Cones you can equip to boost her value in your team.
1. Lies Dance on the Breeze (5-Star, Signature)
This Light Cone gives Cipher +18% SPD right away. On top of that, it inflicts “Bamboozle” or “Theft” states that reduce enemy DEF by up to 24%. It perfectly matches Cipher’s need for high SPD and defense shredding, making it her best Light Cone by far.
2. Along the Passing Shore (5-Star)
It offers +36% Crit DMG, +24% total DMG, and +24% Ultimate DMG. Cipher can trigger all of these bonuses every time she attacks. This is a strong damage option if you’re aiming to build her more offensively.
3. Patience Is All You Need (5-Star)
While it boosts general DMG and gives Cipher +14.4% SPD, the DoT effect isn’t that useful for her. However, the SPD gain makes this still a strong pick, especially in Acheron teams where pacing matters more than raw damage.
4. Incessant Rain (5-Star)
This Light Cone raises Effect Hit Rate and Crit Rate. It also applies Aether Code, making enemies take 12% more damage. This works well with Cipher’s passive, which builds and releases True DMG. Great synergy for debuff-focused teams.
5. Resolution Shines As Pearls of Sweat (4-Star)
The best 4-star option. It applies “Ensnare,” lowering enemy DEF by 16% for one turn. It stacks nicely with Cipher’s natural support kit and works especially well with AoE-heavy teams that attack often.
6. Boundless Choreo (4-Star, Situational)
If another teammate has already applied DEF shred (like Pela or Silver Wolf), this Light Cone can be a decent substitute. It gives general buffs but doesn’t enhance Cipher’s SPD or debuffs directly.
Conclusion
Cipher’s value comes from her ability to weaken enemies and support heavy hitters with True DMG boosts. “Lies Dance on the Breeze” is her clear best choice for most teams, but other Light Cones can still work depending on your setup. Prioritise SPD and debuff effects to maximise her impact in any Honkai Star Rail team.
