Genshin Impact Kazuha Build Guide: Best Weapons, Artifacts

Genshin Impact is a constantly evolving game, with updates introducing new characters, weapons, and artifacts on a regular basis. Among these new additions is Kazuha, a skilled swordsman with powerful Anemo elemental abilities.

Building the perfect Kazuha requires careful consideration of his skills, playstyle, and overall party composition. In this guide, we will explore the best weapons and artifacts for Kazuha, as well as provide tips on how to maximize his damage output and utility in battle.

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to Genshin Impact, this guide has something for everyone. So join us as we delve into the world of Kazuha builds and unlock his full potential!

Who Is Kazuha In Genshin Impact?

Kazuha, or Kaedehara Kazuha (楓原 和葉) is a skilled swordsman and Anemo elementalist in Genshin Impact. Born into the prestigious Kaedehara clan, Kazuha was trained in the art of sword fighting from a young age.

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He is known for his quick reflexes and fluid combat style, as well as his ability to harness the power of the wind. Despite his noble upbringing, Kazuha is a kind and compassionate individual, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.

He currently resides in Inazuma, where he uses his skills to protect his fellow travelers and defend his homeland from danger.

Best Builds for Kazuha in Genshin Impact 

When building Kazuha in Genshin Impact, it is important to focus on his Anemo elemental abilities and his role as a physical damage dealer.

Having said that, here’s what you need to build on Kazuha:

Anemo Sub-DPS

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The Anemo Sub-DPS build is a strong choice for Kazuha because it allows him to deal significant damage while also providing utility for his team.

This build focuses on maximizing Kazuha’s Anemo elemental damage and applying various elemental reactions to his attacks, such as Swirl and Vacuum.

By using a combination of Anemo damage and elemental reactions, Kazuha can effectively disrupt enemy formations and set up opportunities for his teammates to deal even more damage.

Swirl Support

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A Swirl support build is a great choice as well because it focuses on maximizing Kazuha’s ability to apply the Swirl elemental reaction to his attacks, which creates a powerful vortex that sucks in enemies and deals damage over time.

By using this build, Kazuha can effectively disrupt enemy formations and set up opportunities for his teammates to deal more damage.

Additionally, this build can also provide benefits to Kazuha’s own damage output by increasing his elemental mastery and applying other elemental reactions to his attacks.

Best Weapons On Kazuha

There are many powerful weapon options for Kazuha in Genshin Impact, each with its own unique benefits and drawbacks.

With that said, here are some generally great options to go for:

*Note: The stats in the description only correlate to the base weapon. Please refer to the table for detailed stats* 

Freedom Sworn

Freedom Sworn is a 5-Star sword that can be obtained through Weapon Event Wishes in Genshin Impact. It belongs to the Millennial Movement, a group that wanders through the winds. The weapon itself has an innate ability that increases DMG by 10%.

But that’s not all. When the character wielding Freedom Sworn triggers Elemental Reactions, they gain a Sigil of Rebellion. This can happen once every 0.5 seconds and can even occur when the character is not on the field.

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When the player has 2 Sigils of Rebellion, they can consume them to give all nearby party members “Millennial Movement: Song of Resistance” for 12 seconds.

During this time, Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attack DMG is increased by 16% and ATK is increased by 20%. However, it’s important to note that the many effects of the Millennial Movement do not stack if they are of the same type.

Additionally, once “Millennial Movement: Song of Resistance” is triggered, the player will not gain any more Sigils of Rebellion for 20 seconds.

Stats

Here is the stat distribution for Freedom Sworn:

Base ATK (LVL 1 – 90)	2nd Stat Type	2nd Stat (LVL 1-90)
46 – 608	Elemental Mastery	43 – 198

Weapon Refinement

You will be experiencing the following stat changes according to your weapon refinement level:

Stat	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4	Level 5
Upgrade Cost	2000 Mora	4000 Mora	8000 Mora	16000 Mora	–
DMG Increase	10%	12.5%	15%	17.5%	20%
Millennial Movement: Song of Resistance |  Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attack DMG Increase	16%	20%	24%	28%	32%
Millennial Movement: Song of Resistance | ATK Boost	20%	25%	30%	35%	40%

 

Ascension Costs

Here are all the Ascension costs related to upgrading Freedom Sworn:

Item	Quantity
Mora	225,000
Fetters of the Dandelion Gladiator	5
Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator	14
Shackles of the Dandelion Gladiator	14
Dream of the Dandelion Gladiator	6
Chaos Device	23
Chaos Circuit	27
Chaos Core	41
Divining Scroll	15
Sealed Scroll	23
Forbidden Curse Scroll	27

Xiphos’ Moonlight

Xiphos’ Moonlight is a 4-star sword that can be obtained through various means in Genshin Impact.

It has an innate ability that triggers every 10 seconds and provides the equipping character with 0.036% Energy Recharge for each point of Elemental Mastery they possess for a duration of 12 seconds. Nearby party members will also receive 30% of this buff for the same duration.

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It’s worth noting that if multiple instances of this weapon are equipped, the buff can stack. The effect will still trigger even if the character is not on the field.

Stats

Here is the stat distribution for Xiphos’ Moonlight:

Weapon Refinement

You will be experiencing the following stat changes according to your weapon refinement level:

Ascension Costs

Here are all the Ascension costs related to upgrading Xiphos’ Moonlight:

Iron Sting

Iron Sting is a 4-star sword with a unique passive ability called Infusion Stinger. When the character wielding this weapon deals Elemental DMG, their overall DMG is increased by 6% for 6 seconds. This effect can stack up to 2 times, but can only occur once every 1 second.

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This passive ability can be a powerful asset in battles, as it allows the player to deal more damage to their enemies while also boosting their overall damage output.

It can be especially useful in situations where Elemental DMG is being dealt frequently, as it allows the player to consistently increase their damage throughout the fight.

Stats

Here is the stat distribution for Iron Sting:

Weapon Refinement

You will be experiencing the following stat changes according to your weapon refinement level:

Ascension Costs

Here are all the Ascension costs related to upgrading Iron Sting:

Mistsplitter Reforged

Mistsplitter Reforged is a powerful weapon that gives its wielder a 12% Elemental DMG Bonus for all elements. This means that no matter what element the player is using, their attacks will deal more damage.

In addition, Mistsplitter Reforged grants its user the Mistsplitter’s Emblem, which provides an Elemental DMG Bonus based on the character’s Elemental Type.

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The Mistsplitter’s Emblem has three stack levels: 1, 2, and 3. At stack level 1, the emblem provides a 8% Elemental DMG Bonus. At stack level 2, this bonus increases to 16%. And at stack level 3, it increases again to 28%.

The Mistsplitter’s Emblem can be obtained in a few different ways: by dealing Normal Attack Elemental DMG, casting Elemental Burst, or having Energy below 100%. Each stack lasts for a different duration, but all of them will disappear once Energy is full. 

Stats

Here is the stat distribution for Mistsplitter Reforged:

Weapon Refinement

You will be experiencing the following stat changes according to your weapon refinement level:

Ascension Costs

Here are all the Ascension costs related to upgrading Mistsplitter Reforged:

Favonius Sword

The Favonius Sword is a 4-star weapon that features the passive ability called Windfall. When the character using this weapon lands a critical hit, there is a 60% chance for a small amount of Elemental Particles to be generated.

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These particles will then regenerate 6 Energy for the character. This can only happen once every 12 seconds. This can be especially useful for Kazuya’s playstyle, as he relies on his Elemental Skills and Burst to deal high amounts of damage.

The Favonius Sword is a generally helpful tool for characters who rely on their Energy for their abilities, as it allows them to recover a bit of it more frequently.

Stats

Here is the stat distribution for Favonius Sword:

Weapon Refinement

You will be experiencing the following stat changes according to your weapon refinement level:

Ascension Costs

Here are all the Ascension costs related to upgrading Favonius Sword:

Item	Quantity
Mora	150,000
Tile of Decarabian’s Tower	3
Debris of Decarabian’s City	9
Fragment of Decarabian’s Epic	9
Scattered Piece of Decarabian’s Dream	4
Heavy Horn	15
Black Bronze Horn	18
Black Crystal Horn	27
Firm Arrowhead	10
Sharp Arrowhead	15
Weathered Arrowhead	18

 

Best Artifacts On Kazuha

Like weapons, there are many excellent artifact options for Kazuha in Genshin Impact. These artifacts can provide a wide range of stat boosts and unique abilities to enhance Kazuha’s gameplay.

Here are some highly recommended artifact sets for Kazuha:

Viridescent Venerer’s Determination

The Viridescent Venerer artifact set is designed specifically for Anemo users and offers a number of benefits that can greatly increase your damage output.

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The set consists of the following artifacts:

• Flower of Life: In Remembrance of Viridescent Fields
• Plume of Death: Viridescent Arrow Feather
• Sands of Eon: Viridescent Venerer’s Determination
• Goblet of Eonothem: Viridescent Venerer’s Vessel
• Circlet of Logos: Viridescent Venerer’s Diadem

The set bonuses for this artifact set activate at the following marks:

2-Piece Bonus

This artifact synergy increases your Anemo DMG Bonus by 15%. This can give you a significant boost in damage output when using Anemo abilities.

4-Piece Bonus

This artifact synergy increases your Swirl DMG by 60% and decreases the Elemental RES of your opponents to the element infused in the Swirl by 40% for 10 seconds.

This can be a powerful combination when paired with the right elemental abilities and can help you take down tough enemies more quickly.

How To Obtain:

To obtain the Viridescent Venerer artifact set, you can try your luck in the Valley of Remembrance, a Domain of Remembrance located in the Guyun Stone Forest.

Alternatively, you can also find this artifact set in Artifact Strongboxes, which can be obtained through various methods such as completing certain quests or defeating certain enemies.

The rarity of the artifacts you receive will depend on the level of difficulty you choose to face in this content.

Noblesse Oblige

his artifact set is ideal for characters who specialize in Elemental Burst damage, as it provides a significant boost to this type of attack.

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The Noblesse Oblige set consists of the following:

• Flower of Life: Heart of the Noblesse
• Plume of Death: Breath of the Noblesse
• Sands of Eon: Time of the Noblesse
• Goblet of Eonothem: Space of the Noblesse
• Circlet of Logos: Mind of the Noblesse

The set bonuses of these artifacts activate at the following marks:

2-Piece Bonus

This artifact synergy increases the Elemental Burst DMG of your character by 20%. This is a great boost for characters who rely on their Elemental Bursts to deal significant damage, such as Xiangling and Ningguang.

4-Piece Bonus

Whenever your character’s Elemental Burst is activated, their Elemental RES is increased by 50% for the next 20s. This is a great defensive boost that can help your character survive longer in battle.

How To Obtain

The Noblesse Oblige set can be obtained from a Domain of Blessing located in the Guyun Stone Forest. The higher the levels you challenge, the better chances you have of obtaining the 4★ and 5★ rarities of the Noblesse Oblige set.

Emblem of Severed Fate

For those seeking to unleash devastating Elemental Bursts, the Emblem of Severed Fate artifact set is a must-have.

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The Emblem of Severed Fate set consists of the following:

• Flower of Life: Magnificent Tsuba
• Plume of Death: Sundered Feather
• Sands of Eon: Storm Cage
• Goblet of Eonothem: Scarlet Vessel
• Circlet of Logos: Ornate Kabuto

The set bonuses of these artifacts activate at the following marks:

2-Piece Bonus

Equipping this set will increase your Energy Recharge by 20%, allowing you to use your Elemental Burst more frequently.

4-Piece Bonus

This set bonus will increase the damage of your Elemental Burst by 25% of your Energy Recharge, with a maximum bonus of 75% damage. This allows you to deal high amounts of damage in a short period of time, making it a great choice for characters with powerful Elemental Bursts.

Where to Find

How To Choose The Best Build For Kazuha?

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When it comes to choosing the best build for Kazuha in Genshin Impact, there are several factors to consider. Here are some tips to help you make the right choices:

1. Consider your playstyle: Kazuha is a versatile character who can excel in different roles depending on how you build him. If you prefer to play aggressively, you may want to focus on building up his physical damage and attack speed.

   Alternatively, if you prefer a more supportive role, you can focus on building up his energy recharge and elemental damage.

2. Choose your weapons and artifacts wisely: Kazuha’s weapon choice can greatly impact his performance. If you want to focus on physical damage, you may want to go for weapons like the Iron Sting or Mistsplitter Reforged.

   If you want to focus on elemental damage, the Favonius Sword or Xiphos’ Moonlight may be better choices. As for artifacts, the Archaic Petra and Viridescent Venerer sets are both great options for increasing Kazuha’s damage output.

3. Don’t forget about elemental reactions: Kazuha’s Anemo element is great for triggering elemental reactions, so you may want to consider pairing him with characters who can take advantage of these reactions.

   For example, pairing Kazuha with a character who uses Pyro element can trigger the Vaporize reaction, which can deal extra damage to enemies.

4. Experiment with different builds: Ultimately, the best build for Kazuha will depend on your personal playstyle and the needs of your team. Don’t be afraid to try out different builds and see what works best for you.

Synergizing with Teammates: How to Choose a Build that Fits Your Group

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It’s important to consider not just your own character’s strengths and weaknesses, but also how he will fit in with your team. After all, Kazuha is fundamentally a support character whose primary role is to enhance the damage output of his teammates.

One way to ensure that your build is well-suited for your team is to consider the elements of your other characters. If your team has a lot of Pyro characters, for example, you might want to consider building Kazuha around the Anemo element to provide them with a damage boost via the Swirl effect.

Another important consideration when building Kazuha is to ensure that you have a good balance of offense and defense. Kazuha won’t be doing as much damage as a dedicated DPS character – unless you’re banking big time on Anemo.

However, they can still contribute to your team’s overall damage output through their elemental abilities and abilities that increase Elemental DMG Bonus.

In terms of defense, it’s important to consider Kazuha’s unique abilities, such as his ability to reflect damage back at enemies with his Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst. These abilities can be incredibly useful in certain situations, such as when fighting against bosses or tough enemies.

Takeaway

In essence, choosing the right build for Kazuha is essential for maximizing his potential in battle. It is important to consider both the passive abilities of the weapons and artifacts, as well as how they synergize with Kazuha’s elemental abilities.

Coordinating with your team members and understanding their playstyle can also help you select the best build for Kazuha. Consequently, experimenting with different builds and playstyles can help you discover the combination that works best for you.

Ultimately, the best build for Kazuha will depend on your personal playstyle and the needs of your team.

This is the build for Kazuha that we recommend in Genshin Impact. If you are interested in learning more then you can check out our guide on the best build for Bennett.