Level Up Your Wandering Samurai: A Guide to Kazuha’s Ascension and Combat Prowess
You have pulled the stylish Kaedehara Kazuha. Congratulations! You’ve added Anemo energy and samurai style to your Genshin Impact team. First, gather some materials. Do not worry. This guide will help you.
Ascending Kazuha: From Wanderer to Warrior
First, let’s discuss Character Ascension. Kazuha needs special materials to level up. As an Anemo user, he requires Vayuda Turquoise among other items.
Character Ascension Materials Breakdown:
- Vayuda Turquoise: These gemstones are essential for ascension. You will need various sizes to level him up, from slivers to gemstones.
- Marionette Cores: Obtained from the Maguu Kenki boss. These are crucial for Kazuha’s ascension.
- Sea Ganoderma: A local specialty in Inazuma. Look for them near water bodies.
- Treasure Hoarder Insignias: These are dropped by defeating Treasure Hoarders. You will need them for ascension.
Farming for Ascension Materials: Efficiency is Key
No one wants to grind endlessly. For Vayuda Turquoise, fight bosses that drop Anemo gems. The Anemo Hypostasis, Maguu Kenki, and Stormterror are good sources. Farming Maguu Kenki works well. This boss drops Vayuda Turquoise and Marionette Cores. You’ll get two important materials in one fight.
Talent Ascension: Unleashing Kazuha’s Combat Prowess
The provided content did not detail Kazuha’s Talent Ascension Materials. Generally, leveling his skills requires:
- Talent Books: These come in Teachings, Guides, and Philosophies. They come from Domains of Mastery on specific days. Check which series Kazuha uses, likely linked to Inazuma.
- Common Enemy Drops: Talent leveling typically requires drops from common enemies. Treasure Hoarder Insignias may be necessary here.
- Weekly Boss Materials: Higher talent levels require materials from weekly bosses. Which materials Kazuha needs will depend on his talent series.
- Crown of Insight: To crown talents to level 10, obtain a Crown of Insight from events or offerings. Use these wisely!
Look for specifics about Kazuha’s talent books and weekly boss materials. These usually appear online or in-game around the character’s release.
Artifacts: Equipping Kazuha for Maximum Swirl Potential
The ideal Artifacts for Kazuha are clear: Viridescent Venerer. This set suits Anemo characters who excel in Swirl reactions. Kazuha is one of them.
Viridescent Venerer: The Artifact Set of Choice
- 2-piece Bonus: Anemo DMG Bonus +15%. This boosts his Anemo damage significantly.
- 4-piece Bonus: Increases Swirl DMG by 60%. Decreases opponent’s Elemental RES to Swirled elements by 40% for 10s. This is key for Kazuha’s support and damage.
Stats to Prioritize: Elemental Mastery is King
Kazuha needs high Elemental Mastery (EM) for a support/sub-DPS build. Focus on EM/EM/EM main stats on Sands, Goblet, and Circlet. His kit scales with Elemental Mastery. Higher EM means more damage bonuses for your team when he triggers Swirl reactions.
Energy Recharge: Keeping the Burst Train Rolling
Kazuha also needs Energy Recharge (ER). His Elemental Burst, “Kazuha Slash,” is vital for damage and crowd control. Maintain around 180% to 220% ER, especially without help from teammates. Consistency is key.
Initially, don’t focus on perfect substats when farming Viridescent Venerer. Aim for the 4-piece set bonus and EM main stats first. Gradually refine your pieces for desirable substats like Energy Recharge and more EM.
Weapons: Arming the Anemo Samurai
Kazuha wields swords. He has access to many excellent weapon options for different playstyles.
Top-Tier Swords: 5-Star Supremacy
- Freedom-Sworn: Kazuha’s top weapon choice. It boosts Elemental Mastery and team buffs after triggering reactions. This weapon is powerful but limited.
- Primordial Jade Cutter: While not EM-focused, it provides Crit Rate and HP increases. Great for general play.
- Mistsplitter Reforged: Mainly a DPS option, but it still works on Kazuha for damage-centric builds.
Excellent 4-Star Options (F2P Friendly!)
- Iron Sting: The best choice for Kazuha. It is craftable and has a high EM substat, enhancing his overall performance.
- Xiphos’ Moonlight: A gacha 4-star weapon with both Elemental Mastery and Energy Recharge, balancing stats well.
- Toukabou Shigure: An event weapon with an EM substat. If you have it, it is a good F2P option.
- Sacrificial Sword: Although not EM-focused, it resets Kazuha’s Elemental Skill. This allows more energy generation and Swirl applications.
3-Star Surprise: Dark Iron Sword
- Dark Iron Sword: A 3-star weapon! Obtainable from Chen the Sharp in Liyue Harbor, it has an EM substat. While not as powerful, it serves as a decent early-game option.
Your goal for support Kazuha should be Freedom-Sworn, but Iron Sting is practical and effective for most players. Focus on EM weapons for team-buffing potential.
Stat Priorities: EM and ER – The Dynamic Duo
Let’s summarize Kazuha’s stat priorities: Elemental Mastery and Energy Recharge. Focus on these two stats for optimal performance.
- Elemental Mastery (EM): It boosts his Swirl damage and the Elemental DMG Bonus he provides to his team. Accumulate as much as possible!
- Energy Recharge (ER): This ensures consistent uptime on “Kazuha Slash.” Target 180%-220% ER, adjusting as needed.
While Attack does influence Kazuha’s skill and burst damage, it is less significant than these two.
Less important than EM for his support role. His Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks have a slight damage boost from EM. The real focus is on Swirl and team buffs. Prioritize EM and ER. Let Attack be an afterthought.
Talent Priority: Burst then Skill (Normal Attack?)
When leveling Kazuha’s talents, the focus is on: Elemental Burst > Elemental Skill ≥ Normal Attack.
- Elemental Burst (Kazuha Slash): Highest priority. It deals great damage and offers crowd control. Applies Anemo for consistent Swirl reactions. Level this first.
- Elemental Skill (Chihayaburu): Second priority. Great for mobility. It groups enemies and triggers Plunging Attacks for more Swirls. Level this after Burst.
- Normal Attack: Lowest priority. Kazuha is not a Normal Attack DPS. Keep this at level 1 or max it last if you have extra resources.
Serenitea Pot Furnishing Sets: Kazuha’s Home
If you want to make Kazuha feel at home in your Serenitea Pot realm, he prefers these sets:
- Jade Wilds
- Of Maple and Tea Scents Entwined
Use these sets to maximize his companionship and create a cozy Inazuman-inspired retreat for your samurai.
This guide helps you gather materials to build a strong Kazuha. Explore Teyvat and farm for materials. Unleash the Anemo power of this incredible character! Your enemies won’t know what swirled them.
