- Varka is DPS Anemo PHEC which utilizes one additional PHEC element to maximize damage and special skill rotation.
- Prioritize ATK, CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG; artifact set A Day Carved from Rising Winds and claymore Gest of the Mighty Wolf.
- Use a mono-elemental team of Anemo + Pyro with support Durin and Bennett for synergy Hexerei.
Best Build Recommendations for Varka in Genshin Impact
Being one of the characters that has been talked about since patch 1.0, Varka Genshin Impact finally released after almost 5 years!
Varka's build focuses on his abilities as an Anemo PHEC DPS. Check out our Knight of Boreas build!
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A Glimpse into Varka in Genshin Impact
Grand Master, also known as Knight of Boreas, is Varka's definition. As the leader of the Knights of Favonius, Varka was known to be absent from Mondstadt from the game's initial release due to an expedition.
When the game was first released, information about Varka was circulating through voice overs from various characters, starting from Jean, Tartaglia, Durin, until some time appeared at the event via mail at the Ludi Harpastum or Weinlessefest event.
Most describe Varka as a strong, tough knight, true to his name as the Knight of Boreas.
However, his character also seems relaxed and irresponsible considering he often gives his responsibilities to Jean as Acting Grand Master.
We just started getting acquainted with Varka on the Luna patch or Nod-Krai.
Despite being laid-back and humorous, Varka plays an active role in leading and strategizing to save Columbina and Nod-Krai.
From the Story Quest, the character and the trailer also show his sacrifice in protecting Mondstadt, including his reasons for going on the expedition.
Varka went on an expedition because she saw the threat of destruction in Mondstadt through one of the Hexenzirkel, Barbeloth.
The source of the destruction is Nod-Krai and is related to Andrius.
He chose to give up the title of hero of Mondstadt that he should have earned by successfully defeating Dvalin, just like we as Travelers do.
Prioritizing Skills and Talent Rotation
Varka is an Anemo DPS. Unlike other Anemo DPS, Varka can be considered a PHEC DPS.
PHEC itself means Pyro, Hydro, Electro, and Cryo where the character will be at their maximum if they utilize their own character elements + PHEC elements.
Genshin Impact itself introduced this type to the Anemo Natlan characters, namely Chasca and Ifa.
As a PHEC Anemo DPS, Varka is required to use or utilize the PHEC elements to maximize his talent kit.
Varka's talent involves wielding two Claymores. One deals permanent Anemo DMG, while the other uses the PHEC element.
This Elemental Skill will activate Varka's dual Claymores, dealing Anemo DMG. If a character with another element is present, a special Elemental Skill will be available that deals Anemo DMG plus PHEC (Pyro, Hydro, Electro, Cryo) elements.
Elemental Burst will also be the same if there are other elements, it will give AoE Anemo DMG and PHEC DMG.
As a DPS, you should prioritize all talents. As for rotation, you can do this.
Elemental Skill > Normal Attack 6x > Special Elemental Skill > Elemental Burst > Normal Attack 6x > Repeat to Elemental Skill.
For this reason, the Varka kit will be a perfect fit for Mono-Element.
Mono-Element means that there are only 2 elements (Anemo + one PHEC element) in one team to provide optimal DMG results.
Varka also has the Hexerei passive, which increases the damage from her talents. So, it's a great fit for building with other Hexerei teams like... Durin.
Recommended Varka Build in Genshin Impact
After discussing Varka's talents, this Varka build recommendation will focus on Varka's kit as a PHEC DPS.
Here are recommendations for constellations, artifacts, and teams!
Constellation Recommendations
Varka isn't a DPS player who deals high damage like a lunar reaction team. However, this Lupus Majoris character's C(0) is already very good.
C(6) is certainly the best constellation. C(6) provides more special Elemental Skills, from 3x to 6x.
Artifact and Weapon Recommendations
As the author has previously discussed, Varka is an Anemo PHEC DPS. This means her stats will be different.
The main stats you should prioritize for this Grand Master Favonius are as follows:
- Stationery: min. 2500 – 3000
- CRIT Rate: min. 80%
- CRIT DMG: min. 200%
The Energy Recharge and Elemental Mastery substats are your next priorities. However, you should prioritize your main stats.
Artifact sets A Day Carved from Rising Winds is the best choice. Other alternatives are:
- ATK artifact combination: Shimenawa's Reminiscence + Gladiator Finale
- Combination of Anemo DMG + Elemental DMG: Viridescent Venerer + Crimson Witch of Flames/ Heart of Depth/ Thundering Fury/ Blizzard Strayer.
However, from the elemental artifacts, Pyro DMG from Crimson Witch of Flames is the best choice for Varka according to the author.
This is because Varka can get buffs from Bennett and Durin who also provide Hexerei buffs.
The best claymore is Gest of the Mighty Wolf. Alternative claymores you can use for Varka are as follows:
- A Thousand Blazing Suns (the author uses this Claymore)
- Redhorn Stonethresher
- Wolf's Gravestone
- Serpent Spine (Battle Pass)
- Tidal Shadow (You can craft it at the Blacksmith)
- Blackcliff Slasher (Purchase through Starglitter Exchange)
Team Recommendations for Varka
Unlike other PHEC DPS, Chasca, Varka, a team or party will be better off using Mono-Element.
Whether it's Anemo + Pyro, Anemo + Cryo, Anemo + Hydro, or Anemo + Electro, it will make Varka's gameplay kit shine even more.
Compared to other elemental teams, the Mono – Pyro team with Durin and Bennett as support is the best choice for the team.
The reason is because Varka receives more buffs from Bennett (Elemental) and Durin (Hexerei). For example, a mono Pyro and other elemental team would look like this:
Mono Anemo – Pyro:
- Varka + Venti + Durin + Bennett
- Varka + Sucrose + Durin + Bennett
- Varka + Sucrose + Xiangling + Bennett (F2P team)
- Varka + Jean + Durin + Bennett
Mono Anemo – Hydro:
- Varka + Mona + Jean + Furina
- Varka + Venti + Furina + Sigewinne
- Varka + Mona + Xingqiu + Sucrose
- Varka + Sucrose + Barbara + Xingqiu (F2P team)
Mono Anemo – Electro:
- Varka + Sucrose + Fischl + Kuki Shinobu (F2P team)
- Varka + Venti + Raiden Shogun + Kuki Shinobu
- Varka + Jean + Fischl + Iansan
Mono Cryo:
- Varka + Sucrose + Rosaria + Diona (F2P team)
- Varka + Venti + Diona + Shenhe
- Varka + Jean + Diona + Escoffier.
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So, that's the recommended build for Varka in Genshin Impact. Her unique role as a PHEC DPS makes this character's kit truly unique. What's your Varka build like? Let us know in the comments!
FAQs
Varka is the Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and also the Knight of Boreas. In gameplay, this character is an Anemo DPS.
Varka is designed to be an Anemo PHEC (Pyro, Hydro, Electro, Cryo) DPS that utilizes the reaction between Anemo and other elements. Additionally, Varka also gains buffs from the Hexerei team synergy.
Elemental Skill > Normal Attack 6x > Special Elemental Skill > Elemental Burst > Normal Attack 6x > Repeat to Elemental Skill.
The 4-PC A Day Carved From Rising Winds is the best set. Another variation is the ATK combination (Shimenawa's Reminiscence + Gladiator Finale).
Varka's team must be able to synergize with Hexerei and support mono-elemental reactions, especially Pyro. The best supports are Durin and Bennett, and Anemo Mondstadt characters like Venti or Sucrose.
Yes, Varka is included in the Hexerei character synergy
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