Kazuha: The Wandering Ronin – DPS or Support Supreme in Genshin Impact?
Genshin fans, let’s discuss Kazuha. This breezy Anemo swordsman has charmed us for a while now. The big question is: Should Kazuha be your team’s main damage dealer, or does he shine more in a support role?
Kazuha’s Potential as a Main DPS: Slashing Through Misconceptions
Let’s address the samurai in the Mondstadt tavern. Can Kazuha be a main DPS? Yes! It’s fun and effective in its own way.
- “Can you use Kazuha as a main DPS?” Absolutely! He won’t top the DPS charts against characters like Eula, known for high attack damage, but Kazuha offers a unique flavor.
- Consider this: “Kazuha as a crowd-control DPS.” It’s a great idea! Equip him with a high base ATK sword, possibly the Black Sword from the Battle Pass. His personal damage looks solid. One player noted, “One use of his elemental skill grants a 36% ATK bonus” with specific weapon passives. They observed their stats improving from 1787 ATK to around 2400 ATK. Not bad for a ‘support’, right?
But does Kazuha actually deal good damage as DPS? He won’t vaporize health bars in one plunge like some characters. However, his damage isn’t just based on typical ATK/Crit builds. One player remarked, “Without hydro or ec procs on full em, his damage remains consistent with attack crit.” The increase in swirl damage compensates for it. Swirl damage is fantastic, and Kazuha uses it skillfully.
- Next, let’s talk about constellations. Is C6 Kazuha a DPS? Yes! At C6, Kazuha becomes an “Avatar.” “He can serve as a Cryo, Pyro, Hydro, and slightly as Electro Aggravate DPS.” Elemental infusions and steady damage become key components, pushing him into true DPS territory.
- “Can I build Kazuha as a DPS?” Yes! It’s not complicated. Focus on ATK%, Anemo DMG Bonus, and Crit stats. Elemental Mastery (EM) helps with Swirls, but boost direct attack damage. Even with a DPS build, he retains crowd-control capabilities, making him versatile.
Kazuha’s Strengths as a Support Character: The Anemo Swiss Army Knife
Let’s be clear. While DPS Kazuha is enjoyable, his true strength lies in support. In Genshin Impact, Kazuha ranks among top-tier supports.
- Kazuha’s best role: support vs. DPS? Most players will say support without question. As one informed player noted, “if you need support pick Kazuha.” He’s immensely effective. “As mentioned, EM Kazuha is one of the top support units in Genshin Impact.” His kit amplifies team damage and controls battles.
- For support Kazuha, weapons like
Xiphos’ Moonlight are superb. It’s “one of the best 4-star options for Kazuha,” boosting “Energy Recharge and Elemental Mastery.” This gem “increases support capability while easing Energy Recharge needs for teammates, perfect for Support or Sub-DPS.” Even weapons designed for him emphasize ‘support’! - Who does he support? Almost everyone. “His versatile kit fits any character, from sub-DPS like Raiden Shogun to main DPS units such as HuTao.” Plus, “building an EM support Kazuha is quite straightforward and F2P-friendly.” Seriously, what’s not to love?
Buffing Team Damage: Unleashing the Power of Anemo
Kazuha’s main job is to enhance your team’s power. “In Genshin Impact, Kazuha shines as an off-field Anemo support character, specializing in buffing damage and crowd control.” It’s as if he amplifies your entire squad’s damage. “Kazuha excels at buffing team damage and debuffing enemies.” He’s the perfect team player, a “5-star Anemo Sword support character who…” well, read on for more!
Shredding Enemy Resistances: Viridescent Venerer is Your Best Friend
Resistance shred is key for maximizing damage in Genshin. Kazuha excels here too. “As an off-field Anemo supporter, he excels at buffing team damage and shredding enemy resistances.” The
Crowd Control: Gather ‘Round, Enemies!
Kazuha’s crowd control is another major advantage. “As an off-field Anemo supporter, he specializes in buffing team damage and crowd control…” His Elemental Skill and Burst are perfect for grouping enemies. “Kazuha gathers foes together, simplifying targeting and damage dealing.” This is vital for taking down groups of smaller enemies or keeping bosses in place for easier hits.
Elemental Application: Consistent Reactions are Key
Beyond grouping foes, Kazuha aids with elemental applications. “His burst applies elements to enemies, achieving consistent reactions even when the team lacks multiple element applicators.” This ensures reliable
Team Synergies (PECH): The Perfect Elemental Harmony
Kazuha is incredibly adaptable but excels particularly with “Pyro, Electro, Hydro, and Cryo DPS characters (PECH).” “Kazuha is a valuable asset focusing on maximizing the power of your Pyro, Electro, Hydro, and Cryo (PECH) DPS.” Whether utilizing
Elemental Mastery Buffs and Swirl Power
Kazuha’s passive talents create magic for support builds. “Elemental Mastery Buff: His passive boosts his teammates’ Elemental Mastery, increasing their damage.” This significantly enhances reaction-heavy teams. And those Swirls? “Swirl Buffs: Kazuha’s swirls provide buffs to teammates focused on the swirled element.” Higher EM results in bigger buffs.
AoE Gathering and Restricted Area Control: Battlefield Manipulation
We’ve talked about crowd control already but let’s emphasize Kazuha’s area-of-effect (AoE) abilities. “AoE Gathering: His skill and burst pull food together rapidly.” This isn’t just about grouping for damage; it’s battlefield control too. “Restricted Area Control: Kazuha keeps enemies within specific zones to enhance damage effects.” Keeping enemies in Bennett’s circle or other area effects changes the game in tough battles.
Kazuha’s Scaling and Build: Mastering the Art of Elemental Mastery
So how do we optimize this Anemo wonder? Let’s look at Kazuha’s scaling for both scenarios.
Elemental Mastery vs. ATK: The Core Stats
“What does Kazuha
scale off of (Elemental Mastery, ATK)?” The answer is both, but focus on Elemental Mastery for support. “Kazuha’s damage and utility mainly scale off Elemental Mastery (EM) and Attack (ATK). EM is key for his team buffs and ATK for personal damage.” For support, EM is vital. “What does Kazuha scale off in DPS? Many 5-star weapons offer good base stats and sub stats. However, these often don’t increase Kazuha’s damage as much as EM does.” For DPS, balance ATK and Crit stats with some EM.
Best DPS Build for Kazuha: A Balancing Act
“What is the best DPS build for Kazuha?” Aim for a traditional damage-focused build. Still, EM matters. For artifacts, consider 2-piece Anemo DMG Bonus sets with 2-piece ATK% sets. A full
Elemental Mastery vs. Energy Recharge Balance: Consistent Burst Uptime
Whether you are building DPS or support Kazuha, “balance Energy Recharge (ER) and EM for consistent Burst uptime and maximum elemental reaction damage.” Kazuha’s Burst is vital for damage and support, so casting it consistently is important. Aim for 150-180% Energy Recharge based on your team composition and weapon.
Artifacts: Viridescent Venerer – The Unquestionable Choice
For support Kazuha, the 4-piece
If you are trying an ATK-focused DPS build, “An Anemo Attack focused build requires Attack percentage, Crit Rate and Crit Damage, Elemental Mastery, and Energy Recharge sub-stats.” You may still use 4-piece VV for resistance shred or mix with 2-piece ATK% sets for more personal damage.
Weapons: 5-Star vs. 4-Star Options – Freedom Sworn, Iron Sting, Xiphos’ Moonlight and More
Kazuha is flexible with weapons. “The 4-star weapons are strong on him, making 5-stars less necessary.” For support, 4-star options often compete with 5-stars due to focusing on EM or Energy Recharge.
Iron Sting : “One of his best weapons is Iron Sting, a craftable weapon that needs no refinements.” This craftable 4-star sword provides an excellent EM stat.Xiphos’ Moonlight : “Xiphos’ Moonlight is a top sword in Genshin Impact for Kazuha. It grants all Elemental Mastery he desires along with some Energy Recharge that scales with Elemental Mastery.” This weapon is built for support Kazuha, providing both EM and Energy Recharge. “Xiphos’ Moonlight is among the best 4-star options due to its boosts to both Energy Recharge and Elemental Mastery.” It enhances Kazuha’s support capabilities while easing Energy Recharge pressure on teammates. This suits a Support or Sub-DPS build.”Freedom Sworn : “Kazuha’s signature weapon in Genshin Impact is the 5-star sword Freedom-Sworn…” This signature weapon excels as a support sword. “With a high Base ATK and Elemental Mastery secondary stat, it boosts user DMG and provides party bonuses.” If you are lucky to pull it,Freedom Sworn is a top choice for support due to high EM and team-wide buffs. It synergizes with his Elemental Mastery build and boosts energy recharge.”- 5-Star Alternatives: Beyond
Freedom Sworn , considerMistsplitter Reforged orPrimordial Jade Cutter for a DPS build focusing on Crit stats and personal damage.
Is Crit Rate and Damage Needed? EM Support Says No!
“Is crit rate and damage necessary?” For pure EM support Kazuha, no. “Crit is irrelevant for EM support Kazuha.” “You don’t worry about crit rate or crit damage or attack at all. Most damage comes from Swirl, which can’t crit and isn’t attack-based. Kazuha cares about EM and ER.” Focus on Elemental Mastery and Energy Recharge for maximum support.
Is it Worth Level 90 Kazuha? Absolutely!
“Is it worth level 90 Kazuha?” Yes! “Level 90 maximizes Kazuha’s damage through Swirls and Elemental Reactions.” Leveling to 90 raises Swirl damage significantly. One player calculated it: “Swirl damage at level 90 increased 34%!” That increase is serious!
Is ATK Important for Kazuha? For DPS, Yes; For Support, Less So
“Is ATK important for Kazuha?” For EM support builds, not really. For a DPS or hybrid build, ATK matters more. “His double scaling from his Passive Talent lets him scale his swirled attack DMG from attack too. It’s 200% ATK.” So while EM is still vital for buffs, ATK affects plunge attack damage if you pursue a DPS playstyle. Remember that “You don’t care about crit rate or damage for pure support. Most of his damage comes from Swirl, which doesn’t crit and isn’t attack-based. Kazuha cares about two stats: EM and ER,” for pure support.
Kazuha’s Value and Comparisons: Standing Out in a Crowd of Anemo Wonders
Kazuha is a top-tier character, but how does he compare with other Anemo units? Let’s explore some comparisons.
Is Kazuha Worth Wishing For? A Resounding Yes!
“Is Kazuha worth wishing for?” Yes! “Kazuha is worth it, even if you have good Anemo units.” He is “easy to use, buffs nearly all characters, and has great utility. He is also easy to build.” If you consider pulling for him, just do it. You won’t regret it. “If you need a Hydro DPS, Mualani is great; but if you prefer a support pick, choose Kazuha.”
Kazuha vs. Other Anemo Units (Venti, Sucrose, Xiao): A Class of Their Own
How does Kazuha measure up against his Anemo peers? Let’s analyze:
- Kazuha vs. Venti: Both excel as Anemo supports but in different aspects. “Venti generates more swirl reactions in her burst, even if each swirl scales less than Kazuha’s.” Venti’s burst excels at crowd control against lighter enemies. “BUT if facing HEAVIER enemies resistant to CC, Kazuha shines due to his burst range. It spans a larger area than Venti’s vacuum.” Kazuha’s burst delivers more consistent AoE damage and buffs across a broader area.
- Kazuha provides versatility against various enemies. Do you need Venti if Kazuha is available? Not really. Both have great value and serve different purposes.
- Kazuha vs. Sucrose: Sucrose is a strong 4-star Anemo support often compared to Kazuha. Which is better? It’s complicated. Sucrose pulls ahead with strong damage buffs from potions and characters like Mona. Kazuha pulls ahead with EM buffs from Dragons Bane and other sources. Sucrose wins in most cases. However, Kazuha excels in crowd control, personal damage, and offers versatile buffs. Should I pull for Kazuha if I have C6 Sucrose? “Yes, but not precisely.” They fit into different teams. Kazuha is easier to use in some setups, while Sucrose shines in others, even at C0. It boils down to team composition and what you prefer. How much better is Kazuha? Sucrose is slightly better due to the 4-star weapon option available to her, giving her a bit more advantage. The differences are often small, but Kazuha’s versatility can give him an edge.
- Kazuha vs. Xiao: They play different roles. Who is better? Kazuha shines as an overall support character and can fit any team, earning a score of 10/10. Xiao is a hypercarry DPS dealing massive damage with less effort. Comparing them is like comparing apples to oranges. Which is better? It depends on your team needs.
- Venti vs. Kazuha? Venti excels at AoE crowd control against weaker foes. Kazuha offers wider utility and consistent AoE damage with buffs against various enemies. Who is stronger? “Venti has exceptional crowd control through his Elemental Burst.” However, Kazuha’s versatility often makes him universally valuable.
Kazuha vs. Other Characters (Raiden, Ayaka)
Let’s compare beyond Anemo units:
- Kazuha vs. Raiden: Again, they fulfill different roles. Kazuha or Raiden? “If your main DPS is Eula, take Raiden.” Raiden excels in Electro teams, providing strong damage and energy recharge. “For other characters, Kazuha is amazing for grouping enemies and dealing good damage.” Should I get Kazuha or Raiden? It depends on what your team requires more. For a strong Electro character, Raiden fits well. For versatile Anemo support to enhance elemental teams, Kazuha is the answer.
- Kazuha vs. Ayaka: Role difference again. Who is stronger? “They belong to different roles…” Ayaka acts as a top-tier Cryo DPS. Kazuha supports teams with less emphasis on personal damage. “Ayaka delivers consistent damage but Kazuha will likely last longer as supports remain robust.” Ayaka offers outstanding Cryo damage while Kazuha boosts elemental team damage overall.
- Should I get Kazuha or Raiden? Once more, it depends on team needs. Raiden for Electro synergy, Kazuha for versatile elemental support.
Is C1 Kazuha Worth It? A Nice Bonus, But Not Necessary
Is C1 worth it? “It’s a solid boost to his damage and energy gain. C1 is not essential; it’s merely a stepping stone to C2, his more impactful constellation.” C1 gives a quality-of-life improvement by reducing Elemental Skill cooldown and also resetting it with Burst. It’s a good boost but not game-changing. C2 grants a significant EM buff and is more crucial.
Factors Affecting Performance: Mastering Ronin’s Skills
To maximize Kazuha’s potential, consider the influencing factors.
Talent Priority: Burst > Skill > Normal Attack
Talent priority? Prioritize Kazuha’s Elemental Burst and Skill for support builds. “Elemental Burst > Normal Attack ≥ Elemental Skill.” Many think Normal Attacks should be prioritized, but his Burst drives consistent damage and buffs, while his Skill offers crowd control and energy generation.
Constellations: C1 and Beyond
Constellations? Previously discussed C1: “C1 decreases Elemental Skill’s cooldown by 10%. Using Burst resets Elemental Skill cooldown.” C2 offers a significant EM buff deemed the most impactful constellation. Higher constellations enhance personal and support capabilities, though C0 Kazuha remains strong.
Team Composition: Synergies Matter
Team composition? Kazuha excels in teams using elemental reactions, particularly with Pyro, Electro, Hydro, and Cryo characters. “These characters synergize well with Kazuha.” Wriothesley and Kazuha pair in Freeze teams but might not work together in Reverse Melt setups. Experiment with combinations for optimal results. Teams like
Proper Usage of Skills (Hold vs. Tap): Mastering Anemo Control
How to use skills? Kazuha’s Elemental Skill can be tapped or held. “Hold when resetting cooldown (via C1 or Sac Sword) or if swapping out for long.” The hold version has larger AoE and stronger Anemo application while pulling enemies more effectively. The tap version is faster with shorter cooldowns. “Use Hold for crowd control.” Reserve tap version for energy generation in quickswap setups.
How to Use Kazuha Properly: Quick Guide
How to use him?
- Crowd Control: “Use Hold Skill to gather all enemies together.” Gather enemies before unleashing your team’s damage.
