[6.4] Varka Complete Build Guide: The Grand Master Returns

Version: 6.4 Luna V | Last Updated: 2026-02-18 | Sources: lootbar.gg, ldshop.gg, game8.co, icy-veins

Overview

Varka, the Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and Knight of Boreas, finally arrives in Genshin 6.4 as a 5-star Anemo Claymore character. His unique dual-wielding Favonius Bladework allows him to deal mixed Anemo and elemental damage based on party composition.

Why Varka is Top Tier

Exceptional DPS: High base ATK scaling with dual claymore attacks
Flexible Infusion: Adapts to team elements (Pyro/Hydro/Electro/Cryo)
Stormward Charge Mode: 15s damage window with massive multipliers
Built-in Synergy: Passive boosts for double Anemo or double element teams
Lore Fantasy: The strongest Knight finally playable

Cons to Consider

High field time requirement (8-10s per rotation)
Team composition dependent for maximum potential
Without Hexerei teammates, damage ceiling drops
Requires investment in constellations for top performance

Talent Priority

Priority	Talent	Notes
1	Elemental Skill	Core damage, enables Stormward Charge
2	Normal Attack	Main damage during Stormward Charge
3	Elemental Burst	Burst window, lower priority

Crown both Skill and Normal Attack for optimal damage.

Best Weapons

5-Star Options

Rank	Weapon	Why
1	Gest of the Mighty Wolf (Signature)	33.1% CRIT Rate, ATK SPD +10%, Four Winds' Hymn stacking
2	Beacon of the Reed Sea	33.1% CRIT Rate, ATK +20% on Skill hit
3	Wolf's Gravestone	ATK% bonus, team buff on enemy low HP
4	Skyward Pride	ER + vacuum blades for AoE

4-Star Options

Rank	Weapon	Notes
1	Serpent Spine (BP)	~75% signature performance, CRIT Rate
2	Prototype Archaic	Craftable, ATK% substat
3	Luxurious Sea-Lord	Event weapon, ATK%
4	Blackcliff Slasher	CRIT DMG, Starglitter shop

Best Artifact Sets

Recommended: Viridescent Venerer (4pc)

2pc: Anemo DMG +15%
4pc: Swirl DMG +60%, decreases opponent Elemental RES by 40%
Why: Universal Anemo support + personal damage

Alternative Options

Set	When to Use
4pc Echoes of an Offering	High ATK SPD builds
2pc VV + 2pc ATK 18%	Balanced option
4pc Desert Pavilion Chronicle	Charged Attack focus

Main Stats Priority

Piece	Main Stat	Notes
Sands	ATK%	Primary scaling
Goblet	Anemo DMG%	Main damage type
Circlet	CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG	Balance to 1:2 ratio

Substat Priority

CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG (aim for 70:140)
ATK%
Energy Recharge (120-140% comfortable)
Elemental Mastery (for Swirl teams)

Passive Skills

A1: Dawn Wind's March

Every 1,000 ATK grants +10% Anemo DMG and corresponding Elemental DMG
Maximum +25% bonus
Double Anemo/Element: Stormward Charge deals 140% damage

A4: Wind's Vanguard

Gains Azure Fang's Oath stacks based on party composition
Each stack: +15% CRIT DMG
Hexerei: Secret Rite enhances Hexerei teammates

Team Compositions

Varka Double Anemo (Optimal)

Varka + Venti/Kazuha + Faruzan + Flex
A1 passive 140% damage bonus active
VV shred + Faruzan Anemo RES reduction
Flex: Zhongli for comfort, Bennett for ATK

Varka Elemental Infusion (Flexible)

Varka + Xiangling + Bennett + Kazuha
Pyro infusion for Vaporize synergy
Four Winds' Ascension enhanced Skill
National-style rotation

Varka Hexerei Team (Maximum DPS)

Varka + Hexerei Support + Hexerei Sub-DPS + Sustain
Unlocks A4 Secret Rite bonus
Highest damage ceiling
Requires specific limited characters

Budget Team

Varka + Sucrose + Xingqiu + Bennett
Accessible 4-star supports
Hydro infusion with XQ
Bennett ATK buff

Gameplay Tips

Skill First: Enter Stormward Charge immediately for damage window
ATK Threshold: Reach ~3,000 ATK for maximum A1 passive
Combo Window: N4 + dash cancel for optimal DPS
Burst Timing: Use when Skill is on cooldown
Team Element: Pre-apply elements for infusion

Constellation Analysis

Const	Value	Effect
C0	★★★★	Complete kit, functional
C1	★★★★★	Extended Stormward duration
C2	★★★★★	Significant damage increase
C4	★★★★	Energy economy
C6	★★★★★	Unlocks full potential

Recommendation: C0 works, C2 is big spike, C6 for transformation.

Pre-Farm Materials

Material	Total
Hero's Wit	419
Vayuda Turquoise	1/9/9/6
Northwind Horn	46
Mondstadt materials	Various
Talent books	Resistance series