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Kinich joins theGenshin Impactroster as a Dendro Claymore user, primarily serving as a main DPS with a focus on Dendro-reaction team compositions. As a DPS character, choosing the right weapon becomes crucial, as it has a notable impact on his overall damage output.
Fortunately, Kinich can utilize a variety of weapon options, both premium and more accessible, making his build flexible. While he benefits the most fromtop-tier 5-star Claymores, he can still perform effectively with several easily obtainable alternatives. Here are Kinich’s best weapon options inGenshin Impactfor optimizing his potential.
7Ultimate Overlord’s Mega Magic Sword
TheUltimate Overlord’s Mega Magic Sword, also known as the Melusine weapon, is a completely F2P option introduced during the version 4.3 update’s flagship event. Unlike most weapons, which typically rely on combat or team composition-based conditions, this weapon grows stronger based on the number of times players have helped Melusines during their exploration of Fontaine. For Kinich, this weapon can be a solid choice as it offers a substantial ATK boost and Energy Recharge, a useful stat that enables him to activate his Elemental Burst more frequently, improving his overall DPS output and utility in battle.
6Wolf’s Gravestone
Another solid weapon for Kinich is theWolf’s Gravestone, which excels at significantly boosting his ATK thanks to its secondary stat and passive effect. As a weapon available in the standard gacha pool, it’s relatively more accessible compared to many limited-time premium options, while still providing excellent performance for a DPS build. The high ATK boost from Wolf’s Gravestone allows players to focus more on Crit Rate and Crit DMG in artifact sub-stats, making it easier to optimize Kinich’s overall damage output without sacrificing too much on other key stats.
5Earth Shaker
The forgeableEarth Shakerfrom Natlan is Kinich’s best entirely F2P weapon option, especially at max refinement, though gathering the necessary materials forthis forgeable weaponmight take time. This claymore provides a notable ATK boost through its secondary stat, and its passive ability increases Kinich’s Elemental Skill DMG—his primary damage source—when used inBurning or Burgeon teams. While this does limit his team composition somewhat, Earth Shaker can be a solid choice for players focusing on less conventional Dendro reactions, especially withsupport units like Emilieto help maximize its potential.
4Verdict
Navia’s signature weapon,Verdict, can also serve as a solid option for Kinich due to the overlap in their stat requirements, both benefiting from ATK and Crit Values while relying heavily on Elemental Skill DMG. Though Verdict has perfect synergy with Navia as a Geo character, its passive ability can still be useful for Kinich if a Geo character and at least one additional element are present in the team to trigger Crystallize reactions. Even though Dendro doesn’t interact directly with Geo, this setup allows Verdict’s effect to be partially utilized for boosting Kinich’s performance in mixed-element teams.
3Serpent Spine
Despite being a 4-star weapon,Serpent Spinesurpasses many other options, ranking just below Kinich’s signature weapon and another premium 5-star choice. Players who have consistently obtained and refined thisweapon through the Battle Passwill find it highly effective for Kinich, provided they can minimize incoming damage. Since Kinich can stay on the field for extended periods without swapping, Serpent Spine’s stacks accumulate quickly, boosting his damage output.
Additionally, its secondary stat, Crit Rate, is extremely valuable, allowing players to prioritize Crit DMG on artifact substats and the circlet. When paired withObsidian Codex, this ensures a high level of Crit Rate while focusing heavily on damage output from Kinich’s Elemental Skill and Burst.
While newer Battle Pass weapons likeTalking Stickcan also work well on Kinich, if players need to choose between the two BP variants, Serpent Spine simply outperforms in a more versatile manner especially from a team composition perspective. It has a higher Crit Rate boost and stacking damage effect make it more reliable for sustained damage output.
2Beacon of the Reed Sea
Another weapon that perfectly suits Kinich is theBeacon of the Reed Sea, thanks to its high Crit Rate value and considerable ATK boost, which can reach up to 40% when players use his Elemental Skill and take damage—conditions that are easy to meet in Kinich’s case. Additionally, the weapon offers an increase to Kinich’s max HP ifthere isn’t a shielderin the team, slightly enhancing his survivability.
Overall, Beacon of the Reed Sea ranks as one of the best options for Kinich, especially when considering both its potential damage output and the flexibility it offers in various team compositions, standing just behind his signature weapon.
1Fang of the Mountain King
Being Kinich’s signature weapon,Fang of the Mountain Kingis undeniably his best choice. Interestingly, compared to other options, this claymore boasts a high Base ATK but offers a relatively low Crit Rate, which can easily be offset by the Obsidian Codex set and some well-rolled sub-stats, making the lower Crit Rate less of a concern. This weapon also significantly boosts Elemental Skill DMG, especially when stacked in Burning or Burgeon teams, though it’s not strictly necessary to run those reactions for optimal performance.
However, it’s worth noting that Fang of the Mountain King is quite niche, primarily benefiting Kinich. If players are not planning to heavily invest in Kinich as a primary DPS, it may be more prudent to save Primogems for future character banners instead of going all in on this specific weapon.
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