Best Kazuha Genshin Impact build: Artifacts, weapons, more

❘ Updated: 2024-02-14T16:28:23

Kazuha playing leaf flute in Genshin Impact

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Kazuha is one of Genshin Impact’s meta-defining units, providing plenty of Anemo support and a ton of damage to boot. We’ve got the ultimate guide to the Inazuman samurai, including his best build, artifacts, weapons, and some tips and tricks.

Kazuha is one of the best units in Genshin Impact, full stop. The blonde-haired Inazuman samurai is a bit of a journeyman, but he is a kind spirit and will be a main-stay in your squad once you pull him.

He is the ultimate Anemo Sub DPS and support unit, quickly Swirling other Elemental reactions and using his kit to increase the damage output of your entire team. Being a Sword user, he’s no slouch at dishing out damage himself, either ⁠— especially once you get some constellations.

From April 2, 2024, to April 23, 2024, you can pull for Kazuha in addition to Neuvillette during their rerun banners.

Trying to figure out Kazuha’s best build in Genshin Impact? We’ve got the ultimate guide right here, with his best artifacts, weapons, and some tips and tricks regarding his abilities.

Contents

Kazuha abilities
Kazuha constellations
Best Kazuha artifacts
Best Kazuha weapons
Kazuha Talent Level-Up and Ascension materials
Kazuha trailer
Best Kazuha team comp

Kazuha abilities in Genshin Impact

Genshin Impact offers an anime-inspired action RPG

Normal Attack: Garyuu Bladework

Normal Attack: Perform up to 5 rapid strikes.
Charged Attack: Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to unleash 2 rapid sword strikes.
Plunging Attack: Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact. If this Plunging Attack is triggered by Chihayaburu, it will be converted to Plunging Attack: Midare Ranzan.
- Midare Ranzan: Plunging Attack DMG is converted to Anemo DMG and will create a small wind tunnel via a secret blade technique that pulls in nearby objects and opponents.

Elemental Skill: Chihayaburu

Kazuha unleashes a secret technique as fierce as the rushing wind that pulls objects and opponents towards Kazuha’s current position before launching opponents within the AoE, dealing Anemo DMG and lifting Kazuha into the air on a rushing gust of wind.

Within 10 seconds of remaining airborne after casting Chihayaburu, Kazuha can unleash a powerful Plunging Attack known as Midare Ranzan. You should utilize this very powerful combo, as Kazuha’s Plunging Attack damage is almost unparalleled.

Elemental Burst: Kazuha Slash

The signature technique of Kazuha’s self-styled bladework — a single slash that strikes with the force of the first winds of autumn, dealing AoE Anemo DMG.

The blade’s passage will leave behind an “Autumn Whirlwind” that periodically deals AoE Anemo DMG to opponents within its range. This Whirlwind will also react with other Elemental types, dealing extra damage. This is great in combination with other units, such as subbing Kazuha in and out to keep the reactions going.

Kazuha constellations

Lucky enough to have pulled multiple copies of Kazuha in Genshin Impact? Here are his Constellation buffs ⁠— with plenty of Elemental support throughout and a huge increase on his DPS at Level 6:

Level 1 ⁠— Scarlet Hills: Decreases Chihayaburu’s CD by 10%. Using Kazuha Slash resets the CD of Chihayaburu.
Level 2 ⁠— Yamaarashi Tailwind: The Autumn Whirlwind field created by Kazuha Slash has the following effects:
- Increases Kaedehara Kazuha’s own Elemental Mastery by 200.
- Increases the Elemental Mastery of characters within the field by 200.
- The Elemental Mastery-increasing effects of this Constellation do not stack
Level 3 ⁠— Maple Monogatari: Increases the Level of Chihayaburu by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Level 4 ⁠— Oozora Genpou: When Kaedehara Kazuha’s Energy is lower than 45, he obtains the following effects:
- Pressing or Holding Chihayaburu regenerates 3 or 4 Energy for Kaedehara Kazuha, respectively.
- When gliding, Kaedehara Kazuha regenerates 2 Energy per second.
Level 5 ⁠— Wisdom of Bansei: Increases the Level of Kazuha Slash by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Level 6 ⁠— Crimson Momiji: After using Chihayaburu or Kazuha Slash, Kaedehara Kazuha gains an Anemo Infusion for 5s. Additionally, each point of Elemental Mastery will increase the DMG dealt by Kaedehara Kazuha’s Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attack by 0.2%.

Best Kazuha artifacts in Genshin Impact

Kazuha thrives on Elemental Mastery. While he can’t stack bonuses with Sucrose (more on that later), most of his damage comes from Anemo Swirl DMG, so maxing out his Elemental Mastery is a must.

Viridescent Venerer is great for that, increasing Swirl and Anemo DMG and reducing the opponent’s resistances so his allies can land the final punch. It is worth grinding for this artifact if you get Kazuha ⁠. First, just make sure you have enough pieces and then prioritize finding high Elemental Mastery substations.

If you’re on a budget, the flexible Noblesse Oblige set provides great value. However, Kazuha deserves a maxed-out Viridescent Venerer build because he isn’t leaving the meta anytime soon.

Artifact	Set Bonuses
Viridescent Venerer	2-Piece: Anemo DMG Bonus +15%4-Piece: Increases Swirl DMG by 60%. Decreases opponent’s Elemental RES to the element infused in the Swirl by 40% for 10s.
Noblesse Oblige	2-Piece: Elemental Burst DMG +20%.4-Piece: Using an Elemental Burst increases all party members’ ATK by 20% for 12s. This effect cannot stack.

Best Kazuha weapons in Genshin Impact

Freedom-Sworn was practically made for Kazuha, which makes sense, given it dropped on his banner during Genshin Impact update 1.6. With Elemental Mastery as its bonus stat, Plunging Attack DMG boost on its skill, and the ability to trigger its effect when Kazuha is off the field, it’s a remarkably strong weapon for the Inazuman samurai.

You can pull for the Freedom-Sworn at the same time as Kazuha’s rerun from April 2, 2024, to April 23, 2024.

Primordial Jade Cutter and Favonius Sword are also solid and much more readily available options. Otherwise, anything that boosts his Elemental Mastery (or Energy Recharge) can fill this space.

Weapon	Details
Freedom-Sworn	Increases DMG by 10%. When characters with Freedom-Sworn trigger Elemental Reactions, they gain a Sigil of Rebellion (once every 0.5s). This triggers even if they aren’t on the field. When you reach 2 Sigils, all will be consumed and grant all nearby party members +20% ATK and +16% Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attack DMG for 12s. Once triggered, you gain no Sigils for 20s. Buffs of the same type won’t stack.
Primordial Jade Cutter	HP increased by 20%. Additionally, provides an ATK Bonus based on 1.2% of the wielder’s Max HP.
Favonius Sword	CRIT Hits have a 60% chance to generate a small amount of Elemental Particles, which will regenerate 6 Energy for the character. Can only occur once every 12s.

Kazuha Talent Level-Up and Ascension materials

Being an Inazuman character, most of Kazuha’s Talent Level-Up and Ascension materials can be found in the same region. You will need to fight the Maguu Kenki boss for Marionette Cores, while Sea Ganodermas can be found on coastlines all around Inazuma.

However, you will need to hunt across all of Teyvat—particularly Liyue and Dragonspine—for Insignias. These will be used for both Talent Levels and Ascensions, so it’s important to keep farming Treasure Hoarders for them.

Kazuha Talent Level-Up materials

Talent Level-Up Materials
Talent Level-Up Materials	Teachings of Diligence x9	Guide to Diligence x63	Philosophies of Diligence x114
Common Ascension Materials	Treasure Horder Insignia x18	Silver Raven Insignia x66	Golden Raven Insignia x93
Weekly Boss Materials	Gilded Scale x18

Kazuha Ascension materials

Ascension Level	Mora Cost	Materials
1	20,000	Vayuda Turquoise Sliver x1	–	Sea Ganoderma x3	Treasure Horder Insignia x3
2	40,000	Vayuda Turquoise Fragment x3	Marionette Core x2	Sea Ganoderma x10	Treasure Horder Insignia x15
3	60,000	Vayuda Turquoise Fragment x6	Marionette Core x4	Sea Ganoderma x20	Silver Raven Insignia x12
4	80,000	Vayuda Turquoise Chunk x3	Marionette Core x8	Sea Ganoderma x30	Silver Raven Insignia x18
5	100,000	Vayuda Turquoise Chunk x6	Marionette Core x12	Sea Ganoderma x45	Golden Raven Insignia x12
6	120,000	Vayuda Turquoise Gemstone x6	Marionette Core x20	Sea Ganoderma x60	Golden Raven Insignia x24

Kazuha Genshin Impact trailer

Kazuha’s trailer outlines his journey across Inazuma and Teyvat. It dives into his friendship with Beidou and Gorou and how the Inazuman samurai found himself charting the seas on the Crux ship.

It also dives into some of his combos, utilizing Swirl to proc ally Elemental reactions and Plunging Attacks imbued with Anemo that deal plenty of damage.

Best Kazuha team comp

Kazuha can act as a combined Sub DPS and Support on many teams. His ability to dish out damage and easily proc Elemental reactions makes him highly sought after, filling practically two roles at once.

However, to get the most out of him, you need to pair him with a solid Main DPS and Healer. Pyro DPS characters Hu Tao and Klee are great options, and so too is Cryo archer Ganyu. All three can dish out a ton of damage and maximize Kazuha’s Swirl. Childe is a solid Hydro pick.

For supports and healers, Bennett and Xingqiu are best in class ⁠— although if you’re looking for more dedicated healing, opting for Kokomi, Barbara, or a well-built Diona can also fill that void.

Kazuha is a very flexible unit, though. If you are running Sucrose on a team and want a bit more damage, he can easily fill the void. He will likely be a mainstay in the meta for quite some time, so he’s worth the investment once his reroll banner returns.

If you are lucky enough to find Kazuha, this guide should help you get the most out of him.

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