1. Crit Rate/DMG2. ATK%3. Elemental Mastery4. Energy Recharge
This build is centered around increasing Hu Tao's Pyro damage and the damage she does with Pyro reactions. Crimson Witch of Flames is essential to this build, but the weapon is flexible.
Hu Tao Burst DPS Build
Weapon
Staff of Homa
Substitute
1. Staff Of The Scarlet Sands2. Primordial Jade Winged-Spear3. Deathmatch4. Blackcliff Pole (F2P)5. Dragon's Bane6. White Tassel
1. Crit Rate/DMG2. ATK%3. Energy Recharge4. Elemental Mastery
With this build, it will increase the damage of Hu Tao's Burst. This is great for one-shot builds, especially when you combo it with Vaporize or Melt.
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Hu Tao Best Weapon
Hu Tao Pyro Reaction Build
Weapon
Details
Best
Staff of Homa
CRIT DMG 66.2% (Lvl. 90)- Hu Tao's signature weapon- Increases HP and provides additional ATK that scales of Hu Tao's HP- Crit DMG sub-stat makes it easier to build CR/CD
2nd
Staff Of The Scarlet Sands
CRIT Rate 44.1% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes building CR/CD easier- Provides additional ATK based on their Elemental Mastery- Gains more ATK when you hit an enemy with your Elemental Skill
3rd
Primordial Jade Winged-Spear
CRIT Rate 22.1% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes it easier to build CR/CD- Provides additional ATK with each hit, but Hu Tao doesn't really need it
4th
Deathmatch
CRIT Rate 36.8% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes it easier to build CR/CD- Provides additional ATk depending on number of enemies
5th
Dragon's Bane
Elemental Mastery 221 (Lvl. 90)- Increased DMG against enemies affected by Pyro or Hydro
6th
White Tassel
Crit Rate 23.4% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes building CR/CD easy- Increases Normal ATK damage
HP Over ATK
Even with 3-Star weapons, it doesn't really matter since although HU Tao still gets increased damage from attack, she scales better in HP so it's preferred. The Black Tassel will work if you don't have any other CR/CD Weapon available. The Staff of Homa is best for her, but any CR/CD weapon will work as a stat stick.
Hu Tao Burst DPS Build
Weapon
Details
Best
Staff of Homa
CRIT DMG 66.2% (Lvl. 90)- Hu Tao's signature weapon- Increases HP and provides additional ATK that scales of Hu Tao's HP- Crit DMG sub-stat makes it easier to build CR/CD
2nd
Staff Of The Scarlet Sands
CRIT Rate 44.1% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes building CR/CD easier- Provides additional ATK based on their Elemental Mastery- Gains more ATK when you hit an enemy with your Elemental Skill
3rd
Primordial Jade Winged-Spear
CRIT Rate 22.1% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes it easier to build CR/CD- Provides additional ATK with each hit, but Hu Tao doesn't really need it
4th
The CatchF2P
Energy Recharge 45.9% (Lvl. 90)- Increase DMG and Crit Rate for the Burst
5th
Deathmatch
CRIT Rate 36.8% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes it easier to build CR/CD- Provides additional ATk depending on number of enemies
6th
Dragon's Bane
Elemental Mastery 221 (Lvl. 90)- Increased DMG against enemies affected by Pyro or Hydro
7th
White Tassel
Crit Rate 23.4% (Lvl. 90)- Crit Rate sub-stat makes building CR/CD easy- Increases Normal ATK damage
Prioritize Crit Rate & Crit DMG
Since Hu Tao's burst is a single-hit attack, it's important to have a good Crit Rate/DMG ratio to ensure that when you do use it, it will Crit. For a Free to Play option, The Catch is a good option since it does provide Crit Rate for the Burst and additional DMG.
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Hu Tao Pyro Reaction Build Artifacts
Best Artifacts For Pyro Reaction DPS Build
Artifacts
Best
Crimson Witch of Flames4-Piece
Substitute 1
Shimenawa's Reminiscence4-Piece
Substitute 2
Gilded Dreams4-Piece
Artifact Stat Priority
Main: Flat HP Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Elemental Mastery / Energy Recharge
Crimson Witch Of Flames Will Increase Pyro Reaction DMG
With the full Crimson Witch of Flames set, you not only get increased Pyro DMG, but you also get increased damage with Pyro Reactions. If you can't farm for a good set you, you can replace it with 2-Piece Gladiator's Finale or any other ATK% artifact while you farm for better pieces.
Hu Tao Burst DPS Build Artifacts
Best Artifacts For Burst DPS Build
Artifacts
Best
Crimson Witch of Flames2-PieceNoblesse Oblige2-Piece
Substitute 1
Tenacity Of The Millelith2-PieceNoblesse Oblige2-Piece
Artifact Stat Priority
Main: Flat HP Sub: Crit Rate/DMG / ATK% / Energy Recharge / Elemental Mastery
Since this particular seeks to increase Hu Tao's Burst DMG, having a 2-piece Noblesse Oblige set is best! Pair it with either Crimson Witch of Flames or Tenacity of the Millelith to get even higher damage.
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Hu Tao Best Team Comp
Premium Team For Hu Tao
Main DPS
Sub-DPS
Sub-DPS
Shield
Hu Tao
Yelan
Xingqiu
Zhongli
Details
- The double hydro Vape team for Hu Tao- Hydro resonance from Yelan & Xingqiu will also support Hu Tao- Zhongli is in a flex spot, so can be exchanged for either a healer or Anemo support for shred
Other Characters That Works With Hu Tao
Character
Sub
Details
XingqiuYelan
Kazuha+CandaceFurina
- Kazuha's swirl will ensure continuous Hydro application- Candace will give additional Normal Attack DMG- Kazuha will provide elemental shred
Zhongli
Diona
- Will provide shield and healing- Can also deal Melt with Hu Tao
Free To Play Friendly Party
Main DPS
Sub-DPS
Sub-DPS
Support
Hu Tao
Xingqiu
Sucrose
Diona
Details
- A relatively free-to-play team comp for Hu Tao- Full team includes on-field support abilities, good for a Hu Tao main DPS
Notes About Team Comps For Hu Tao
Hu Tao is meant to be a main DPS with her whole kit centered around it. You will need to build a team around her. but she's not that hard to pair with since she can easily proc Pyro reactions for the team.
Hu Tao Ascension Materials
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Materials Needed for Level Ascension
Materials Needed To Get To Lvl. 80
Agnidus Agate Sliver x 1 Agnidus Agate Fragment x 9 Agnidus Agate Chunk x 9 Whopperflower Nectar x 18 Shimmering Nectar x 30 Energy Nectar x 12Silk Flower x 108Juvenile Jade x 26
Materials Needed To Get To Lvl. 90
Agnidus Agate Sliver x 1 Agnidus Agate Fragment x 9 Agnidus Agate Chunk x 9 Agnidus Agate Gemstone x 6 Whopperflower Nectar x 18 Shimmering Nectar x 30 Energy Nectar x 36Silk Flower x 168Juvenile Jade x 46
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Talent Materials For Hu Tao
Level 1
Default
Level 2
Teachings Of Diligence x3 Whopperflower Nectar x6
Level 3
Guide To Diligence x2 Shimmering Nectar x3
Level 4
Guide To Diligence x4 Shimmering Nectar x4
Level 5
Guide To Diligence x6 Shimmering Nectar x6
Level 6
Guide To Diligence x9 Shimmering Nectar x9
Level 7
Philosophies Of Diligence x4 Energy Nectar x4 Shard Of A Foul Legacy x1
Level 8
Philosophies Of Diligence x12 Energy Nectar x4 Shard Of A Foul Legacy x1
Level 9
Philosophies Of Diligence x12 Energy Nectar x9 Shard Of A Foul Legacy x2
Level 10
Philosophies Of Diligence x16 Energy Nectar x12 Shard Of A Foul Legacy x12 Crown of Insight x1
Level 11
Unlocked via Constellation
Level 12
Unlocked via Constellation
Level 13
Unlocked via Constellation
Hu Tao 's Recommended Talent Priority
Talent
Level Up Priority
Normal Attack: Secret Spear of Wangsheng
★★★★★
Guide To Afterlife (Elemental Skill)
★★★★★
Spirit Soother (Elemental Burst)
★★★★・
Hu Tao Skill Guide & How To Use Hu Tao
How To Use Hu Tao?
How To Play Hu Tao?
▼ High damage DPS through her Elemental Skill
▼ Consistent damage through her Charged Attacks
▼ Elemental Burst deals damage and heals
▼ Play around Hu Tao's talents to make the best out of them
▼ A little difficult to use in multiplayer
High Damage DPS Through Her Elemental Skill
▲ Her Elemental Skill lowers her health whenever it's used
Hu Tao is a high damage on-field main DPS. She does most of her damage through her Elemental Skill, wherein during its effect, she gains an attack buff when her HP is under 50%. Use her Normal Attack + Charged Attack to deal the most damage during this state!
Elemental Skill Effects
- Interruption resistance increased- Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks all become Pyro infuse- Charged attacks inflict Blood Blossom- Skill resets when switching character, incapacitation, or duration ends
Consistent Damage Through Her Charged Attacks
▲ Her rotation is Charged Attack → Cancel with Jump → Charged Attack
Hu Tao's Charged Attack has high, consistent damage so it's recommended to do that attack rotation instead of her normal attacks when her Elemental Skill is active. By getting C1, it removed Charged Attack Stamina consumption, making it much easier to spam.
Elemental Burst Deals Damage And Heals
▲ Damage is increased when HP is below 50%
When you use her Elemental Burst and it successfully hit an enemy, Hu Tao will recover HP. The effect is activated with each enemy that the Burst hits (this can be up to 5 enemies), making it great against multiple enemies. Additionally, it can deal damage in wide range, making it great for both offense and defense.
Play Around Hu Tao's Talents To Make The Best Out Of Them
Talent 1
All allies in the party will have a Crit Rate buff after Hu Tao's skill ends
Talent 2
When Hu Tao's HP is 50% or less, her Pyro DMG is increased
There are two things to keep in mind when using Hu Tao. To make the most out of her low HP state, use a shielder on the team like Zhongli. Meanwhile, to take advantage of the increase Crit Rate, have a sub-DPS in your party.
A Little Difficult To Use In Multiplayer
Since her damage can only be generated while her Elemental Skill is in effect, it's difficult to use in multiplayer where characters cannot be switched. Since the deployment of shields and Elemental Reactions cannot be triggered at will, it makes it hard to use her well in multiplayer.
Should You Pull for Hu Tao's Constellation Or Best Weapon?
Choose Based on Preference
Recommendation for General-Purpose
Staff of Homa > C1 > C3 or C6
Staff of Homa is a Strong Generalist Weapon
Hu Tao's Signature Weapon since its release has been considered one of the universal choices for damage-dealing Polearm characters, even if most of them cannot activate the other half of the passive. Naturally it's at its most synergistic with characters that have fluctuating HP baked into their kit, such as Xiao and Hu Tao herself.
Pulling for her Signature Weapon is usually a sound decision pull-wise, especially if the other weapon on the banner is something you can use. But most importantly, it's still Hu Tao's best performing weapon overall thanks to its Crit DMG substat, HP% bonus and Attack bonus that scales with Max HP, which is everything her kit wants. Consider getting Staff of Homa for both the versatility of use and the damage boost it provides to Hu Tao.
Recommendation for Hu Tao Focus
C1 > Staff of Homa > C3 or C6
C1 is a Good Stopping Point
For Hu Tao specifically, having full Refinements (R5) on Dragon's Bane and Deathmatch may decrease the value of her Signature Weapon, since the two polearms are relatively close in performance to Staff of Homa. So if you happen to already have the Staff of Homa, or are have max refinements on the two polearms mentioned, then you might want to consider getting her C1 both to smoothen her gameplay feel and as a buff to her damage floor.
Hu Tao's basic and most optimized gameplay loop involves her Pyro-infused Charge Attacks, and with C1, these Charge Attacks will no longer consume stamina while under the effects of her Skill, allowing you to perform more within a given time frame This amounts to a significant increase to Hu Tao's personal damage versus her C0 version, and is worth a consideration as both a starting and stopping point for vertical investment. And although C6 is likely an incredible boost in damage, it requires Hu Tao to be at 1 HP. With this in mind, C1 starts becoming her best constellation overall.
Hu Tao's Constellations & Effects
Rating
Constellation Effect
★★★★★
C1: Crimson BouquetWhile in Paramita Papilio state activated by Guide to Afterlife, Hu Tao's Charged Attacks do not consume Stamina.
★★・・・
C2: Ominous RainfallIncreases the Blood Blossom DMG by an amount equal to 10% of Hu Tao's Max HP at the time the effect is applied.Additionally, Spirit Soother will also apply the Blood Blossom effect.
★★★・・
C3: Lingering CarmineIncreases the Level of Guide To Afterlife by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
★★・・・
C4: Garden Of Eternal RestUpon defeating an enemy affected by a Blood Blossom that Hu Tao applied herself, all nearby allies in the party (excluding Hu Tao herself) will have their CRIT Rate increased by 12% for 15s.
★★・・・
C5: Floral IncenseIncreases the Level of Spirit Soother by 3. Maximum upgrade level is 15.
★★★★・
C6: Butterfly's EmbraceTriggers when Hu Tao's HP drops below 15%, or when she suffers a lethal strike:Hu Tao will not fall as a result of the DMG sustained. Additionally, for the next 10s, her All Elemental and Physical RES is increased by 200%, her CRIT Rate is increased. This effect triggers automatically when Hu Tao has 1 Hp left. Can only occur once every 60s.
Hu Tao's Constellation Name is Papilio Charontis
Papilio Charontis
Hu Tao Skills & Talents Details
Normals Skills Burst Passive
Normal Attack: Spear Of The Church
Normal Attack
Effect
Performs up to 6 consecutive spear strikes.
Lv1
Lv2
Lv3
Lv4
Lv5
Lv6
Lv7
Lv8
Lv9
Lv10
Lv11
1-Hit DMG
46.9%
50.1%
53.3%
57.5%
60.7%
64.5%
69.3%
74.1%
78.9%
83.6%
88.4%
2-Hit DMG
48.3%
51.5%
54.8%
59.2%
62.5%
66.3%
71.3%
76.2%
81.2%
86.1%
91%
3-Hit DMG
61.1%
65.2%
69.4%
74.9%
79.1%
83.9%
90.2%
96.4%
102.7%
108.9%
115.2%
4-Hit DMG
65.6%
70.1%
74.6%
80.6%
85%
90.3%
97%
103.7%
110.4%
117.1%
123.8%
5-Hit DMG
33.3%+35.2%
35.5%+37.6%
37.8%+40%
40.8%+43.2%
43.1%+45.6%
45.8%+48.4%
49.2%+52%
52.6%+55.6%
56%+59.2%
59.4%+62.8%
62.8%+66.4%
6-Hit DMG
86%
91.8%
97.7%
105.5%
111.4%
118.2%
127%
135.8%
144.6%
153.4%
162.2%
▲Use side-scroll to see percentage per level.
Charged Attack
Effect
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to lunge forward, dealing damage to opponents along the way.
Lv1
Lv2
Lv3
Lv4
Lv5
Lv6
Lv7
Lv8
Lv9
Lv10
Lv11
Charged Attack DMG
136%
145.2%
154.5%
166.7%
176.1%
186.9%
200.9%
214.8%
228.7%
242.6%
256.5%
Charged Attack Stamina Cost
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
▲Use side-scroll to see percentage per level.
Plunging Attack
Effect
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Lv1
Lv2
Lv3
Lv4
Lv5
Lv6
Lv7
Lv8
Lv9
Lv10
Lv11
Plunge DMG
65.4%
69.9%
74.3%
80.3%
84.8%
90%
96.6%
103.3%
110%
116.7%
123.4%
Low Plunge DMG
131%
140%
149%
161%
169%
180%
193%
207%
220%
233%
247%
High Plunge DMG
163%
175%
186%
201%
212%
225%
241%
258%
275%
292%
308%
▲Use side-scroll to see percentage per level.
Guide To Afterlife (Elemental Skill)
Effect
Only an unwavering flame can cleanse the impurities of this world. Hu Tao consumes a set portion of her HP to knock the surrounding enemies back and enter the Paramita Papilio state.
Paramita Papilio
Effect
・Increases Hu Tao's ATK based on her Max HP at the time of entering this state. ATK Bonus gained this way cannot exceed 400% of Hu Tao's Base ATK. ・Converts attack DMG to Pyro DMG, which cannot be overridden by any other elemental infusion. ・Charged Attacks apply the Blood Blossom effect to the enemies hit. ・Increases Hu Tao's resistance to interruption. Paramita Papilio ends when its duration is over, or Hu Tao has left the battlefield or fallen.
Lv1
Lv2
Lv3
Lv4
Lv5
Lv6
Lv7
Lv8
Lv9
Lv10
Lv11
Lv12
Lv13
Activation Cost
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
30%
ATK Increase
3.84%
4.07%
4.3%
4.6%
4.83%
5.06%
5.36%
5.66%
5.96%
6.26%
6.56%
6.85%
7.15%
Duration
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
9s
CD
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
16s
▲Use side-scroll to see percentage per level.
Blood Blossom
Effect
Enemies affected by Blood Blossom will take Pyro DMG every 4s. This DMG is considered Elemental Skill DMG.Each enemy can be affected by only one Blood Blossom effect at a time, and its duration may only be refreshed by Hu Tao herself.
Lv1
Lv2
Lv3
Lv4
Lv5
Lv6
Lv7
Lv8
Lv9
Lv10
Lv11
Lv12
Lv13
Blood Blossom
64%
69%
74%
80%
85%
90%
96%
102%
109%
115%
122%
128%
136%
Blood Blossom Duration
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
8s
▲Use side-scroll to see percentage per level.
Spirit Soother
Effect
Commands a blazing spirit to attack, dealing Pyro DMG in a large AoE. Upon striking the enemy, regenerates a percentage of Hu Tao's Max HP. This effect can be triggered up to 5 times, based on the number of enemies hit. If Hu Tao's HP is below or equal to 50% when the enemy is hit, both the DMG and HP Regeneration are increased.
Lv1
Lv2
Lv3
Lv4
Lv5
Lv6
Lv7
Lv8
Lv9
Lv10
Lv11
Lv12
Lv13
Skill DMG
303%
321%
340%
363%
381%
400%
423%
447%
470%
494%
518%
541%
565%
Low HP Skill DMG
379%
402%
424%
454%
477%
499%
529%
558%
588%
617%
647%
676%
706%
Skill HP Regeneration
6.26%
6.64%
7.01%
7.5%
7.88%
8.25%
8.74%
9.23%
9.71%
10.2%
10.69%
11.18%
11.66%
Low HP Skill Regeneration
8.35%
8.85%
9.35%
10%
10.5%
11%
11.65%
12.3%
12.95%
13.6%
14.25%
14.9%
15.55%
CD
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
15s
Energy Cost
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
▲Use side-scroll to see percentage per level.
Flutter By
Effect
When a Paramita Papilio state activated by Guide to Afterlife ends, all allies in the party (excluding Hu Tao herself) will have their CRIT Rate increased by 12% for 8s.
Sanguine Rouge
Effect
When Hu Tao's HP is equal to or less than 50%, her Pyro DMG Bonus is increased by 33%.
The More The Merrier
Effect
When Hu Tao cooks a dish perfectly, she has a 18% chance to receive an additional "Suspicious" dish of the same type.
Who Is Hu Tao?
77th Director Of The Wangsheng Funeral Parlor
Hu Tao is the young but dedicated 77th Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. She takes her job seriously, putting the best effort in providing the best funeral services to every type of client.
Eccentric And A Bit Odd
Hu Tao's personality can rub people the wrong way. From befriending stone lions to pushing people to be clients of the funeral parlor, she has a tendency to weird people out. Qiqi, on the other hand, hates Hu Tao for wanting to bury her on multiple occasions.
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Pyro
Staff of Homa
Staff Of The Scarlet Sands2. 
Primordial Jade Winged-Spear3. 
Deathmatch4. 
Dragon's Bane5. 
White Tassel
Crimson Witch of Flames x4
Blackcliff Pole (F2P)5. 
Noblesse Oblige x2
The CatchF2P
Shimenawa's Reminiscence4-Piece
Gilded Dreams4-Piece
Tenacity Of The Millelith2-Piece
Hu Tao
Yelan
Xingqiu
Zhongli
Kazuha+
Candace
Furina
Diona
Sucrose
Agnidus Agate Sliver x 1 
Agnidus Agate Fragment x 9 
Agnidus Agate Chunk x 9 
Whopperflower Nectar x 18 
Shimmering Nectar x 30 
Energy Nectar x 12
Silk Flower x 108
Juvenile Jade x 26
Agnidus Agate Gemstone x 6 
Teachings Of Diligence x3 
Guide To Diligence x2 
Philosophies Of Diligence x4 
Shard Of A Foul Legacy x1
Crown of Insight x1
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