Kinich is a new character in Genshin Impact. He uses a claymore and focuses on dealing damage with Dendro reactions. To maximize his damage, picking the right weapon is very important.

Luckily, Kinich can use different weapons, both high-end and more common, which makes his setup flexible. He works best with top 5-star claymores, but he can still do well with several easier-to-get options. Here are the best weapons for Kinich in Genshin Impact to help him reach his full potential.

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1. Fang of the Mountain King
Primary Stat 740 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 11% CRIT Rate
R1 Effect You gain 1 stack of Canopy's Favor after hitting an enemy with your Elemental Skill, which can happen every 0.5 seconds. If a nearby teammate triggers a Burning or Burgeon reaction, the character will gain 3 stacks, which can occur every 2 seconds, even if that teammate is not on the field. Canopy's Favor increases Elemental Skill and Burst damage by 10% for 6 seconds, with a maximum of 6 stacks. Each stack is counted separately.

Kinich's best weapon is the Fang of the Mountain King, which is his signature claymore. It has a high Base ATK but a lower Crit Rate. However, this can be balanced out by using the Obsidian Codex set and good sub-stats. This weapon also greatly increases Elemental Skill damage, especially in Burning or Burgeon teams, although you don’t need to rely on those reactions to perform well.

It's important to note that the Fang of the Mountain King is quite specialized and mainly benefits Kinich. If players aren’t planning to invest heavily in him as a primary DPS, it might be better to save Primogems for future character banners instead of focusing on this weapon.

2. Beacon of the Reed Sea

Primary Stat 608 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 33.1% CRIT Rate
R1 Effect When the character's Elemental Skill hits an enemy, their ATK goes up by 20% for 8 seconds. If they take damage, their ATK also increases by 20% for 8 seconds. Both effects can occur even if the character is not on the field. Additionally, if a shield doesn’t protect the character, their Max HP is boosted by 32%.

Another great weapon for Kinich is the Beacon of the Reed Sea. It has a high Crit Rate and can boost ATK by up to 40% when players use his Elemental Skill or take damage—conditions that are easy to achieve with Kinich. Plus, if there’s no shielder in the team, the weapon also increases his max HP, which helps improve his survivability.

Generally, the Beacon of the Reed Sea is one of the best options for Kinich. It offers great damage potential and flexibility in different team setups, making it a strong choice right after his signature weapon.

3. Serpent Spine

Primary Stat 510 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 27.6% Crit Rate
R5 Effect For every 4 seconds a character remains on the field, their damage increases by 6%, and their damage taken increases by 3%. This effect can stack up to 5 times and persists even when the character leaves the field. However, it will be reduced by 1 stack whenever the character takes damage.

Even though Serpent Spine is a 4-star weapon, it outperforms many other options, coming in just after Kinich's signature weapon and another top 5-star choice. Players who have regularly acquired and refined this weapon through the Battle Pass will find it very effective for Kinich, especially if they can reduce incoming damage. Since Kinich can stay on the field for a long time without switching, he can quickly build up the weapon's stacks, increasing his damage output.

Also, its secondary stat, Crit Rate, is very useful, letting players focus on Crit DMG for artifact substats and the circlet. When combined with the Obsidian Codex, this setup ensures a high Crit Rate while maximizing damage from Kinich’s Elemental Skill and Burst.

Although newer Battle Pass weapons like Talking Stick can be effective for Kinich, Serpent Spine is the superior option if players need to choose between them. It provides more versatility, especially in team compositions, thanks to its higher Crit Rate boost and stacking damage effect, making it more dependable for sustained damage.

4. Verdict

Primary Stat 674 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 22% Crit Rate
R5 Effect Boosts ATK by 20%. When party members collect Elemental Shards from Crystallize reactions, the character using this weapon gains 1 Seal, boosting Elemental Skill DMG by 18%. Each Seal lasts for 15 seconds, and the character can have up to 2 Seals at the same time. All Seals will disappear 0.2 seconds after the character's Elemental Skill deals damage.

Verdict, Navia's signature weapon, can be a great choice for Kinich because they share similar stat needs, both benefiting from ATK and Crit values and focusing on Elemental Skill DMG. While Verdict works perfectly with Navia as a Geo character, its passive ability can still help Kinich if there's a Geo character and at least one other element in the team to trigger Crystallize reactions. Even though Dendro doesn’t directly interact with Geo, this setup allows Kinich to partially benefit from Verdict's effects in mixed-element teams.

5. Earth Shaker

Primary Stat 565 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 27.6% ATK
R5 Effect When a party member triggers a Pyro-related reaction, the equipped character's Elemental Skill DMG increases by 32% for 8 seconds. This effect can be activated even if the triggering party member is not currently on the field.

Among free-to-play weapons, the Earth Shaker from Natlan is Kinich's best option, particularly when fully refined. This claymore offers a significant ATK boost and its passive ability enhances Kinich's Elemental Skill DMG, making it ideal for Burning or Burgeon teams. While it may limit team composition somewhat, Earth Shaker is a solid choice for players seeking less conventional Dendro reactions, especially when paired with supportive units like Emilie.

6. Wolf’s Gravestone

Primary Stat 608 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 49.6% ATK
R1 Effect Boosts ATK by 20%. When hitting opponents with less than 30% HP, all party members' ATK is boosted by 40% for 12 seconds. This effect can happen only once every 30 seconds.

Another great weapon for Kinich is the Wolf's Gravestone, which provides a strong ATK boost from its secondary stat and passive effect. As a weapon in the standard gacha pool, it’s easier to obtain than many limited-time premium options, while still offering excellent performance for a DPS build. The high ATK boost lets players focus more on Crit Rate and Crit DMG in artifact sub-stats, making it easier to optimize Kinich's overall damage output without sacrificing important stats.

7. Ultimate Overlord’s Mega Magic Sword

Primary Stat 565 Base ATK
Secondary Stat 30.6% Energy Recharge
R5 Effect The support from all the Melusines you've helped in Merusea Village boosts your strength! Depending on how many you've assisted, your ATK can increase by 24%.

The Ultimate Overlord's Mega Magic Sword, a free-to-play weapon introduced in version 4.3, grows stronger based on player interactions with Melusines in Fontaine. For Kinich, this weapon provides a significant ATK boost and Energy Recharge, making it a valuable asset in battle.

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