Unlocking Kazuha: A Quick Guide to Inazuma’s Wandering Samurai
You’ve got Kaedehara Kazuha. Great choice! He’s pleasing to the eye with that maple leaf motif. Plus, he’s handy in combat. Now, what’s next? Ascension materials, builds, team comps – it’s chaotic. Don’t worry, traveler! This guide clarifies what you need to boost Kazuha’s potential. Let’s dive in.
Sea Ganoderma: Kazuha’s Seaweed Snack and Ascension Material
To ascend Kazuha and unlock his full power, gather Sea Ganoderma. It’s like his seaweed candy. Kazuha, Yae Miko, and Mizuki love this plant. They each need 168 Sea Ganoderma for full Ascension. That’s quite a harvest.
Inazuma offers plenty of Sea Ganoderma, with around 177 scattered across the islands. Grab 168 for Kazuha. If you want to share with Yae Miko or Mizuki too, good luck! Expect to farm for at least two days for Kazuha, considering respawns and time constraints.
Find these sea plants on the islands of Inazuma. Ideal spots for Sea Ganoderma include:
- Kannazuka Island
- Yashiori Island
- Watatsumi Island
- Seirai Island
- Tsurumi Island
For pictures to help locate these plants, Game Rant has a map. Prefer videos? Hoyolab offers guides to help create your farming route.
Feeling lazy? Obata in Ritou’s docks sells 5 Sea Ganoderma for 1000 Mora each. It’s not ideal, but it’s an option. For dedicated farmers, you can grow 8 Sea Ganoderma in your Serenitea Pot by planting cuttings. It’s slow but every bit helps.
Kazuha’s Build: Focus on Elemental Mastery
Building Kazuha is simple. No complex stats or puzzling substats here. He requires two key things: Elemental Mastery (EM) and Energy Recharge (ER). That’s about it.
Elemental Mastery is vital. It boosts the damage from his Swirl reactions, key to his damage output. Energy Recharge is also crucial. Kazuha’s Burst offers crowd control and elemental buffs, but it costs energy. Without enough ER, you’ll wait longer than necessary. Aim for 180%-220% ER.
For artifacts, the
Main stats on artifacts? Go for EM on the Sands, Goblet, and Circlet. Yes, triple EM. An ER Sands might look appealing, but Kazuha’s passive talent makes it often unnecessary. Go all in on EM. For substats, focus on EM and ER first, then ATK% and Crit if they come naturally.
Talents, Ascension, and Boss Battles: The Grind is Here
Leveling Kazuha requires the usual Genshin Impact grind. To max all three talents, prepare for:
- x3 Crown of Insight
- x9 Teachings of Diligence
- x63 Guide to Diligence
- x114 Philosophies of Diligence
- x18 Treasure Hoarder Insignias
- x66 Silver Raven Insignias
- x93 Golden Raven Insignias
- x18 Gilded Scales (from Azhdaha)
Farm Diligence books in the Violet Court domain on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. The Treasure Insignias? They drop from Treasure Hoarders, those pesky bandits. Time to loot!
As for Ascension materials, being Anemo means Kazuha needs Vayuda Turquoise: slivers, fragments, chunks, and gemstones. You’ll also require Marionette Cores from Maguu Kenki and some Sea Ganoderma again.
Weaponry: From Signature Swords to Budget Picks
Kazuha’s signature weapon is the elegant 5-star “Freedom-Sworn.” It matches his aesthetic and lore perfectly while boosting Elemental Mastery. It suits him well if you’re a whale or lucky enough to snag it.
For free-to-play options, Kazuha can wield the 4-star “Xiphos’ Moonlight.” It enhances Energy Recharge through stacking EM. It’s a clever choice.
Other great 4-star picks include the
Kazuha 101: Quick Facts and General Vibes
Here’s Kazuha 101: His full name is Kaedehara Kazuha. His age isn’t stated but is thought to be around 18-19 years. He comes from Inazuma, known for its fierce weather and odd policies. He’s a 5-star Anemo sword user and his name means “ten thousand leaves” or “many leaves,” fitting for his aesthetic.
Kazuha acts as jack-of-all-trades support. He excels at crowd control and buffs elemental damage. Need to group foes? Count on Kazuha. Need to enhance Pyro or Hydro damage? Kazuha delivers. Want an effortlessly cool character? You guessed it, Kazuha fits the bill.
Team Synergy: Kazuha Works Well with Others (Especially Pyro and Hydro)
Kazuha’s Swirl skills make him a fantastic teammate. He shines in Vaporize or Melt teams, enhancing Pyro and Hydro DPS damage. Pair him with Tartaglia or Xiangling to watch the numbers soar. The synergy is stunning.
Some suggest Sucrose can provide similar utility in reaction-heavy teams, and she can be effective. However, Kazuha usually offers more consistent utility and is generally easier to use. In min-maxing scenarios, Sucrose might excel in revival steps. But for regular gameplay, Kazuha often stands out.
Is Kazuha good for Hyperbloom? Yes! His skills can apply Electro and Hydro, triggering Hyperbloom reactions while still buffing Elemental Damage with his passive talent. He adds crowd control and damage boost to those teams well.
Level 90 Kazuha: Worth the Investment?
Is leveling Kazuha to 90 worthwhile? Yes! Level 90 enhances his Swirl damage and overall Elemental Reaction damage significantly. His scaling relies on reactions, making higher levels impactful. It’s a savvy investment to unlock his full potential. Plus, level 90 feels rewarding!
Kazuha vs. Venti: The Crowd Control Clash
Kazuha vs. Venti – the longtime debate. Both are Anemo crowd control supports but offer varied functions. Venti excels in crowd control with a Burst that pulls foes into a tornado.
of doom. Kazuha’s crowd control is localized. It is effective. He offers damage buffs and utility. Venti groups weaker enemies. Kazuha is versatile in combat. It depends on your team needs.
Constellation Corner: Kazuha’s C1 – Skill Cooldown Shenanigans
Kazuha shines at C0. His C1, “Scarlet Hills,” is a bonus. It reduces his Elemental Skill cooldown by 10%. It resets upon using his Burst. This change is not game-changing. Still, it smoothens rotations and increases Elemental Skill usage. If you get it, cool. It’s not needed for full potential.
Kazuha’s Secret Shipping Life (The Fandom Edition)
Fans care about Genshin characters’ romances. Kazuha is a top ship in the fandom. He often pairs with Scaramouche (Wanderer). Their story is complicated. Other popular ships include Gorou and Kokomi. There are also reader-insert variations. The Genshin fandom is wild and wonderful.
Random Kazuha Facts You Might Find Mildly Interesting
Kazuha’s damage scaling has a double scaling mechanic. His first passive talent lets him scale Swirl damage. This uses 200% ATK as Plunging Attack DMG. It isn’t his main damage source. Yet, it is a nice bonus. Kazuha was not always a wanderer. His clan, Kaedehara, was wealthy in Inazuma before events hit.
The burning question: Is Kazuha the real Anemo Archon? No, that title belongs to Barbatos (Venti). Yet, many Genshin players view Kazuha as an Archon-level character. He brings usefulness and coolness. Plus, he is arguably less drunk than Venti, which earns him points for responsibility.
So there you have it – a tour of Kazuha. Gather Sea Ganoderma and build him up. Unleash the maple-leaf mayhem! When in doubt, just swirl it out.
Eurogamer has a guide on Kazuha. If you want more Kazuha knowledge, check it out. Happy adventuring!
