Varka, the long-awaited Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, arrives as a 5-star Anemo Claymore user in Genshin Impact Version 6.4 (Luna V, Phase 1). He functions as a hypercarry Main DPS, excelling in "double Anemo + double PHEC" (Pyro, Hydro, Electro, Cryo) teams. His kit enables dual-wielded claymore attacks that deal Anemo damage alongside an infused PHEC element based on party composition, creating powerful Swirl reactions and mixed damage output. Varka thrives with Hexerei synergies (unlocked after completing Witch's Homework), Swirl triggers for damage stacks, and high ATK scaling - aim for at least 2500 ATK to cap his passive bonuses.
Key strengths: Flexible infusions, frequent special attacks, team buffs via Swirl. Weaknesses: Relies on specific team setups; Burst is supplementary.
Varka's Kit
- Normal Attack: Favonius Bladework - Dancing Radiance
Up to 5 strikes. Charged: Stamina-consuming forward dual-blade slash. - Elemental Skill: Windbound Execution (12s CD, 16s in mode)
Tap: Forward leap + AoE Anemo DMG, enters "Sturm und Drang" mode (NAs/charged infused with PHEC if party has it; no plunges). Gains 2 charges of special Skill (Four Winds' Ascension: AoE Anemo + PHEC DMG).
Hold: Leaping dash (great mobility).
In mode: Special Charged Attack (Azure Devour, 0 stamina): Higher DMG than special Skill. - Elemental Burst: Northwind Avatar (15s CD)
Double forward slash: Anemo DMG + infused PHEC (priority: Cryo > Electro > Hydro > Pyro).
Ascension 1 Passive: Dawn Wind's March
Every 1000 ATK = 10% Anemo + PHEC DMG Bonus (max 25%, one PHEC). Double Anemo + double Pyro = 220% multiplier example.
Ascension 4 Passive: Witch's Eve Rite - Dawn's Return
Becomes Hexerei (with 2+ Hexerei teammates: Secret Rite effect enhances cooldowns/DMG).
Utility Passive: Wind's Vanguard
Party Swirls grant Azure Fang's Oath stacks (+7.5% NA/CA/special DMG per stack, max 4, 8s).
Homebound Wind's Paean: -5% Skill CD per Mondstadt teammate (not in domains/Abyss).
Talent Priority
| Priority | Talent |
|---|---|
| 1 | Elemental Skill |
| 2 | Elemental Burst |
| 3 | Normal Attack |
Max Skill first for core damage/mode uptime.
Best Weapons
Prioritize CRIT Rate/DMG, ATK SPD, Hexerei synergy.
| Rank | Weapon | Base ATK | Substat | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S+ | Crest of the Mighty Wolf | 608 | CRIT Rate 33.1% | Signature: +10% ATK SPD, DMG stacks (max 4-5), +CRIT DMG per stack in Hexerei. |
| S | A Thousand Blazing Suns | 741 | CRIT Rate 11% | CRIT DMG + ATK buffs post-Skill/Burst (extends on infused hits). |
| S | Beacon of the Reed Sea | 608 | CRIT Rate 33.1% | ATK% on Skill/DMG taken (off-field). |
| A | Wolf's Gravestone | 608 | ATK 49.6% | Party ATK buff on low-HP foes (F2P R5 strong). |
| A | Serpent Spine (BP) | 510 | CRIT Rate 27.6% | DMG stacks (max 5). |
| F2P | Tidal Shadow (craft) | 510 | ATK 41.3% | ATK on heal (off-field). |
Best Artifacts
Stack ATK to 2500+ for passive cap. CRIT Ratio 1:2.
Best Set: 4pc A Day Carved from Rising Winds
- 2pc: ATK +18%.
- 4pc: Hits grant +25% ATK (6s); +20% CRIT Rate post-Homework (off-field).
Alternatives:
- 2pc Viridescent Venerer (Anemo DMG) + 2pc ATK set.
- 4pc Desert Pavilion Chronicle (NA/CA focus).
Main Stats:
| Slot | Priority |
|---|---|
| Sands | ATK% |
| Goblet | ATK% (flex: Anemo/PHEC DMG) |
| Circlet | CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate |
Substats: CRIT DMG/Rate > ATK% > ER (120-140%) > EM.
Teams
Double Anemo (Venti/Sucrose/Jean) + double PHEC for max infusion/bonuses. Pyro teams strongest (resonance + Durin Hexerei).
| Variant | Team 1 | Team 2 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pyro | Varka, Venti, Durin, Bennett | Varka, Sucrose, Xiangling, Bennett | Pyro resonance, Durin buffs/Hexerei. |
| Hydro | Varka, Jean, Furina, Mona | Varka, Venti, Furina, Sigewinne | Furina DMG buffs. |
| Electro | Varka, Venti, Fischl, Iansan | Varka, Sucrose, Fischl, Shinobu | Fischl battery/Hexerei. |
| Cryo | Varka, Venti, Escoffier, Shenhe | Varka, Sucrose, Shenhe, Diona | Shenhe ATK shred. |
Rotation Example:
- Supports: Buffs/elements (e.g., Bennett Burst, Venti Skill/Burst).
- Varka Skill (tap).
- N5 > Special CA > N4 > Special CA > N2.
- Burst (if ready). Swap.
- Dash cancels for speed.
Ascension & Talent Materials
Total Ascension (Lv.90):
| Material | Qty |
|---|---|
| Vayuda Turquoise | 1 Sliver + 9 Frag + 9 Chunk + 6 Gem |
| Wolfhook (Wolvendom) | 168 |
| Drive Shaft (Fatui, Nod-Krai) | 3 Broken + 15 + 18 Reinforced + 12+24 Precision |
| Prismatic Severed Tail (Radiant Moongecko, new 6.4 boss) | 46 |
| Mora | 420,000 |
Total Talents (3x Lv.10):
| Material | Qty |
|---|---|
| Freedom Books (Forsaken Rift: Mon/Thu/Sun) | 9 Teachings + 63 Guide + 114 Philosophies |
| Drive Shaft | 18 Broken + 66 Reinforced + 93 Precision |
| Ascended Sample: Rook (weekly Chess boss) | 18 |
| Crown of Insight | 3 |
| Mora | 4,957,500 |
Farm Radiant Moongecko early!
Constellations
| C# | Effect |
|---|---|
| C1 | +1 special Skill charge, double DMG on one (huge burst). |
| C2 | Special attacks add 800% ATK AoE Anemo. |
| C4 | Swirls buff team 20% Anemo + PHEC DMG (10s). |
| C6 | Infinite special CA combos + enhanced stacks. |
Worth: C0 strong; C1/C2 game-changers; skip to C4/C6 for teams/whales.