Getting the Best Artifact Rolls for Hu Tao: Crimson Witch of Flames Guide
Hu Tao, the fiery Ghost Princess, is a strong Pyro DPS character, and the Crimson Witch of Flames set is her best friend. Getting the best artifact rolls for her can feel like a long and winding road, but with a little guidance, you can significantly boost her damage output.
Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:
1. The Goal: Maximize Pyro Damage and Critical Stats
The Crimson Witch set increases both Hu Tao’s Pyro damage bonus and her overall damage when her HP is below 50%. Since Hu Tao relies on her low HP state for her strongest attacks, this set perfectly aligns with her playstyle. Your goal is to maximize these bonuses while also focusing on critical stats, which are key for maximizing every attack.
2. The Main Stats You Want:
- Sands of Eon: %HP – Hu Tao needs a lot of HP to maximize her damage, and this sands stat provides the most.
- Goblet of Eonothem: %Pyro Damage Bonus – This is a must-have for any Pyro DPS, and the Crimson Witch set already grants a bonus, making it even more valuable.
- Circlet of Logos: %Crit Rate or %Crit DMG – The best option here depends on your existing artifact rolls. Aim for a balanced ratio of 1:2 for Crit Rate:Crit DMG.
- Sub-Stats: Prioritize %Crit Rate, %Crit DMG, %HP, %ATK, and %Elemental Mastery (especially if you’re running a team focused on Vaporize reactions).
3. Rolling the Right Sub-Stats:
- %Crit Rate and %Crit DMG are top priority. Every point here makes a huge difference in Hu Tao’s damage output.
- %HP is very valuable as well. Every percentage of HP increases her damage, as it ties directly to her HP-based attack bonus.
- %ATK is the next best option. While not as impactful as HP, it can still contribute significantly.
- %Elemental Mastery is useful if you’re relying on Vaporize reactions with Hydro characters, as it further amplifies the reaction damage.
4. The Importance of Perfect Rolls:
While getting perfect rolls (5 stars) on all sub-stats is the ideal, it’s not always achievable. However, you can still maximize your artifact potential. Focus on:
- Maximum rolls (4 stars): Every sub-stat has a maximum value it can reach. Aim for those maximums on your most important sub-stats.
- Prioritize Crit Rate and Crit DMG: If you have to choose between a good HP roll and a great Crit Rate or Crit DMG roll, always go with the latter.
- Don’t be afraid to farm: It may take a while, but persistence is key. Use your resin efficiently, farm your desired domains, and don’t give up hope!
5. Don’t Forget the Weapon:
Hu Tao’s signature weapon, Staff of Homa, is the best option, but it’s also a 5-star weapon. If you don’t have it, Dragon’s Bane and Primordial Jade Winged-Spear are both excellent alternatives.
6. The Long Game:
Finding the perfect artifact set is a process. Be patient, use your resin wisely, and keep refining your artifact pool. With time and effort, you’ll build a powerful Hu Tao that can take on any challenge in Teyvat.
