Crafting the Perfect Crimson Flame: Maximizing Hu Tao’s DPS Power
Hu Tao, the fiery Ghost of the Crimson Flame, is known for her devastating Pyro damage and powerful burst. To maximize her DPS potential, you’ll need to focus on building a set that prioritizes Crit Rate and Crit Damage. Here’s a breakdown of the best artifact sets and how to optimize them:
The Core: Crimson Witch of Flames
This 4-piece set is the undisputed king for Hu Tao’s DPS build. It grants a significant boost to Pyro damage and provides a powerful effect that amplifies her Pyro damage output. Here’s how it works:
- 2-Piece Bonus: +15% Pyro Damage Bonus
- 4-Piece Bonus: Increases the damage dealt by your Overload, Burning, and Vaporize reactions by 15%. Also increases your Pyro damage by 40% for 10 seconds after using your Elemental Skill, Guide to Afterlife.
The Key: Maximizing Crit Rate and Crit Damage
Hu Tao’s strength lies in her ability to deal massive burst damage with her Elemental Burst, Spirit Soother. To make the most of this, you need a high Crit Rate to ensure your attacks land critical hits, and equally high Crit Damage to amplify that critical damage. Aim for a balance, typically a 1:2 ratio (e.g., 50% Crit Rate and 100% Crit Damage).
Here’s how to achieve this balance:
- Main Stat Priority:
- Flower: HP%
- Feather: HP%
- Sands: HP% or ATK% (choose HP% for higher base HP and stronger Spirit Soother)
- Goblet: Pyro Damage Bonus
- Circlet: Crit Rate% or Crit Damage% (choose whichever you need to reach a 1:2 ratio)
Sub-Stat Priority:
- Always prioritize Crit Rate and Crit Damage.
- HP% is valuable to maximize the power of Spirit Soother.
- ATK% is also beneficial, but prioritize it after Crit stats and HP%.
Other Considerations:
- Emblem of Severed Fate: While not as crucial as Crimson Witch, this 4-piece set can be a good alternative for Hu Tao. It boosts your Elemental Burst damage and provides energy recharge, making it easier to maintain your burst uptime.
- Sub-Stats Matter: Don’t overlook the power of sub-stats. Even a few extra Crit Rate or Crit Damage percentages can significantly boost your damage output.
- Artifact Farming: The Domain of Guyun is the best place to farm for Crimson Witch of Flames. Be patient and persistent as getting good artifacts requires time and effort.
Remember: Building the perfect set for Hu Tao takes time and dedication. Use this guide as a roadmap to maximize her DPS potential and unleash the fiery power of the Ghost of the Crimson Flame!
