How to Build Varka in Genshin Impact (March 2026) Complete Guide

Updated by Tanvi Mukherjee
February 20, 2026
Gaming

Welcome to the most comprehensive Varka build guide for Genshin Impact! As the Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and Knight of Boreas, Varka brings an entirely new playstyle to the game with his unique dual-wielding mechanics and elemental infusion system. Released in Version 6.4 Luna V, this 5-star Anemo Claymore character has quickly become one of the most versatile and powerful DPS units in the game.

In this complete guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to maximize Varka’s potential, from his best weapons and artifacts to optimal team compositions and constellation investments. Whether you’re a free-to-play player or a whale, this guide will help you build Varka effectively for any content in March 2026.

Varka Overview: The Anemo Dual-Wielding Powerhouse

Character Information	Details
Rarity	5-Star
Element	Anemo
Weapon	Claymore (Dual-wielding)
Region	Mondstadt
Combat Role	Main DPS / On-field Anemo DPS
Release Date	February 25, 2026 (Version 6.4)
Progression Bonus	CRIT DMG +38.4%

Varka stands out as a unique Anemo DPS who simultaneously deals Anemo damage and a secondary elemental damage based on his team composition. His dual-claymore playstyle feels both heavy and fast, offering a satisfying combat experience that rewards proper timing and team building.

Core Mechanics Explained

Varka’s kit revolves around three key systems:

Dual Elemental Infusion: His attacks deal both Anemo and a secondary element (Pyro/Hydro/Electro/Cryo) based on party composition
Hexerei Synergy: Benefits greatly from the Hexerei system and “Hexerei: Secret Rite” effects
ATK Scaling: His passive talent converts every 1,000 ATK into damage bonuses, making ATK stacking crucial

Best Weapons for Varka: From Signature to F2P Options

Tier 1: Signature Weapon (Best in Slot)

Gest of the Mighty Wolf (5★)

Base ATK: 608
Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate +33.1%
Effect: Increase ATK SPD by 10%. Gain Four Winds’ Hymn stacks from Normal Attacks/ Skills/Charged Attacks, increasing DMG by 7.5% per stack (max 4 stacks). With Hexerei: Secret Rite, each stack also grants 7.5% CRIT DMG.

This is Varka’s optimal weapon by far, providing the perfect balance of CRIT Rate, ATK SPD, and damage bonuses that synergize perfectly with his kit.

Tier 2: Excellent 5-Star Alternatives

A Thousand Blazing Suns (5★)

Base ATK: 741
Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate +11.0%
Effect: After using Elemental Skill or Burst, gain CRIT DMG +20-40% and ATK +28-56% for 6s. Duration extends when dealing Elemental DMG.

Beacon of the Reed Sea (5★)

Base ATK: 608
Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate +33.1%
Effect: After using Elemental Skill or taking damage, gain ATK +20-40% for 8s. Without shields, also gain Max HP +32-64%.

Tier 3: Best 4-Star Options

Serpent Spine (4★ – Battle Pass)

Base ATK: 510
Bonus Stat: CRIT Rate +27.6%
Effect: Every 4s on-field, deal 6-10% more DMG and take 2-3% more DMG (max 5 stacks). Stacks persist off-field but reduce when taking damage.

Tidal Shadow (4★ – Craftable)

Base ATK: 510
Bonus Stat: ATK +41.3%
Effect: After being healed, gain ATK +24% for 8s. Can trigger off-field.

Best Artifacts for Varka: Complete Breakdown

Best in Slot: A Day Carved from Rising Winds (4-Piece)

2-Piece Bonus: ATK +18% 4-Piece Bonus: After Normal Attack, Charged Attack, Elemental Skill, or Elemental Burst hits an opponent, gain Blessing of Pastoral Winds for 6s: ATK increased by 25%. If completed Witch’s Homework, upgrades to Resolve of Pastoral Winds, also increasing CRIT Rate by 20%.

This set is absolutely perfect for Varka, providing both the ATK scaling he needs and additional CRIT Rate to help reach optimal ratios.

Alternative Artifact Sets

Transitional Option: 2-Piece A Day Carved + 2-Piece Viridescent Venerer

ATK +18% + Anemo DMG Bonus +15%
Good for teams needing RES shred from another character

Budget Option: 2-Piece A Day Carved + 2-Piece Gladiator’s Finale

ATK +18% + ATK +18%
Maximizes base ATK for easier stat goals

Artifact Main Stats Priority

Slot	Primary Stat	Notes
Sands	ATK%	Non-negotiable for reaching ATK thresholds
Goblet	ATK% or Elemental DMG Bonus%	ATK% for flexible teams, Elemental for specialized builds
Circlet	CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG	Depends on current ratio, aim for 1:2 ratio

Substat Priority

CRIT Rate (to 70-80%)
CRIT DMG (to 200%+)
ATK% (to reach 2,500-3,000 ATK)
Energy Recharge (100-130% if using Burst frequently)
Elemental Mastery (minor value)

Varka’s Talent Priority and Rotation

Talent Leveling Priority

Elemental Skill: Windbound Execution (★★★★★ – Highest Priority)
Normal Attack: Favonius Bladework (★★★★ – High Priority)
Elemental Burst: Northwind Avatar (★★★ – Medium Priority)

Most of Varka’s damage comes from his enhanced Normal Attacks during Stormward Charge mode, making both his Skill and Normal Attack crucial to level.

Optimal Rotation Guide

Basic Rotation (12-15 seconds):

Activate Elemental Skill (tap) to enter Stormward Charge
Perform 5 Normal Attacks → Enhanced Skill
Repeat combo: N5 → Enhanced Skill
Use Elemental Burst mid-rotation to extend infusion duration
Finish with remaining Enhanced Skill charges

Pro Tips:

Special Charged Attacks (Azure Devour) don’t consume stamina and often deal more damage than Enhanced Skills
With signature weapon’s ATK SPD, you can fit more attacks in each rotation
Short 10-second rotations are possible if your team prefers faster swaps

Best Team Compositions for Varka

Varka requires a 2 + 2 element structure for maximum passive bonuses. Here are the top team compositions:

Mono-Pyro Team (Highest Damage)

Varka + Bennett + Venti + Pyro Flex

Varka: Main DPS with Pyro infusion
Bennett: ATK buffer and healer
Venti: Anemo battery and Hexerei unit
Pyro Flex: Xiangling, Yanfei, or Lyney

This composition achieves the 220% DMG multiplier from Dawn Wind’s March and provides incredible Pyro scaling with Swirl damage.

Mono-Hydro Team

Varka + Furina + Mona + Jean

Varka: Main DPS with Hydro infusion
Furina: Massive team DMG boost
Mona: Hydro application and damage amp
Jean: Anemo support and healing

Surprisingly flexible and smooth for sustained damage, with excellent team-wide damage amplification.

Mono-Cryo Team

Varka + Shenhe + Ayaka + Sucrose

Varka: Main DPS with Cryo infusion
Shenhe: ATK buffer and Cryo damage amp
Ayaka: Cryo sub-DPS
Sucrose: Anemo support and EM buffer

Excellent against bosses vulnerable to Cryo, with strong freeze potential and consistent Cryo application.

Mono-Electro Team

Varka + Fischl + Raiden Shogun + Venti

Varka: Main DPS with Electro infusion
Fischl: Electro application and battery
Raiden Shogun: Electro damage amp and energy regeneration
Venti: Anemo support and grouping

Great for consistent Electro application and Aggravate reactions, with excellent energy regeneration.

Constellation Analysis: Worth the Investment?

Key Constellations by Priority

C1: Game-Changing Value (Highest Priority)

Start Stormward Charge with extra Four Winds’ Ascension use
Gain Lyrical Liberation effect: doubles damage of one Four Winds’ Ascension or Azure Devour
Impact: Massively boosts initial burst damage and smooths rotations

C2: Pure Damage Increase

Using Four Winds’ Ascension or Azure Devour triggers extra AoE Anemo hit (800% of ATK)
Impact: Significant damage boost, core for personal DPS after C1

C4: Team Support Essential

When Varka triggers Swirl, grants 20% Anemo DMG Bonus & 20% corresponding Elemental DMG Bonus to allies for 10s
Impact: Transforms him into a powerful team buffer

C6: Peak Transformation

Enables cost-free combo chain between Four Winds’ Ascension and Azure Devour
Enhances Azure Fang’s Oath: +15% CRIT DMG per stack
Impact: Revolutionizes his playstyle for explosive, zero-downtime combos

Pull Strategy Recommendations

F2P/Low Spenders: Stop at C1 for game-changing value
Moderate Spenders: Aim for C2 for significant damage increase
Team Players: C4 is essential for team support
Whales/Min-Maxers: C6 for peak performance and ultimate potential

Advanced Build Optimization

Stat Goals and Thresholds

Stat	Target Value	Importance
ATK	2,500 – 3,000+	Critical for passive scaling
CRIT Rate	70 – 80%+	Essential for consistent damage
CRIT DMG	200%+	Maintains 1:2 ratio with CRIT Rate
Energy Recharge	100 – 130%	Only if using Burst frequently

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Ignoring ATK Threshold: Not reaching 2,500 ATK significantly reduces his passive effectiveness
Wrong Team Composition: Multi-element teams lose consistent infusion and passive bonuses
Poor Rotation Timing: Extending field time beyond buff windows reduces overall damage
Neglecting Hexerei Synergy: Missing out on massive damage bonuses from Hexerei teammates

Pro Strategies

Elemental Priority: Pyro > Hydro > Electro > Cryo for infusion selection
Burst Timing: Use Burst mid-rotation to extend infusion duration, not at the start
Energy Management: With proper team building, you can skip every other Burst
Positioning: Use hold Skill for mobility and repositioning during exploration

Materials and Pre-Farming Guide

Ascension Materials

Boss Drop: Radiant Moongecko materials (new field boss in Version 6.4)
Local Specialty: Wolfhook ×168
Gemstones: Vayuda Turquoise (Sliver ×1, Fragment ×9, Chunk ×9, Gemstone ×6)
Enemy Drops: Precision Drive Shaft ×36, Broken Drive Shaft ×18, Reinforced Drive Shaft ×30
Mora: 420,000

Talent Materials

Talent Books: Freedom (Teachings ×9, Guide ×63, Philosophies ×114)
Boss Materials: Ascended Sample: Rook ×18
Enemy Drops: Precision Drive Shaft ×93, Broken Drive Shaft ×18, Reinforced Drive Shaft ×66
Crown of Insight: ×3
Mora: 4,957,500

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Varka worth pulling in March 2026?

Absolutely! Varka is an exceptional investment for players who enjoy on-field DPS characters with unique mechanics. His flexibility across different elemental teams and strong exploration utility make him valuable for both combat and open-world content. While he requires specific team building to reach his full potential, his damage ceiling is among the highest for Anemo characters.

What’s the minimum investment needed for Varka to be effective?

For C0 Varka, focus on:

R5 Serpent Spine or Tidal Shadow (4-star weapons)
4-piece A Day Carved from Rising Winds with decent stats
ATK% sands/goblet, CRIT Rate circlet
One Hexerei teammate (Venti, Sucrose, or Jean)

This baseline setup can clear most content effectively when paired with proper team composition.

How does Varka compare to other Anemo DPS characters?

Varka offers a unique playstyle compared to other Anemo DPS:

vs. Xiao: More team flexibility, less self-damage
vs. Wanderer: Better sustained damage, more exploration utility
vs. Heizou: Higher damage ceiling, more complex rotations
vs. Jean: Pure DPS focus vs. hybrid support

His main advantage is the dual-element infusion system, allowing him to adapt to various team compositions while maintaining high damage output.

Can Varka work without Hexerei characters?

While Varka can function without Hexerei characters, you’ll miss out on significant damage bonuses (up to 30% CRIT DMG from Hexerei: Secret Rite). For optimal performance, at least one Hexerei teammate is strongly recommended.

What’s the best team for new players without many 5-stars?

Budget Team: Varka + Bennett + Sucrose + Xiangling

All accessible 4-star characters
Provides excellent Pyro synergy
Bennett’s ATK buff helps reach ATK thresholds
Sucrose provides Anemo support and EM buff

Conclusion

Varka represents a new evolution in Genshin Impact’s character design, combining the elegance of Anemo mechanics with the raw power of dual-element infusion. He’s not a simple “plug-and-play” character, but for players willing to invest in proper team building and master his rotation, the rewards are substantial.

Varka is perfect for you if:

You enjoy complex, skill-based gameplay
You like building specialized team compositions
You value both combat power and exploration utility
You have or plan to invest in Hexerei characters

Consider other options if:

You prefer simple, straightforward characters
You lack key Hexerei teammates
You want a character that works in any team composition
You’re focused purely on meta-defining DPS

With his unique dual-wielding style, impressive damage potential, and excellent exploration capabilities, Varka stands as one of the most compelling additions to Genshin Impact’s roster in 2026. Whether you’re a veteran player looking for your next main or a newcomer seeking a powerful investment, mastering Varka will undoubtedly elevate your Genshin Impact experience.