Genshin Weapon Banner Tier List – Is Chronicled Wish Actually Worth It? ExploreGenshin

With the Chronicled Wish weapon banner rolling out alongside Version 5.6, the big question returns: Is it finally worth wishing on the weapon banner? In Jello Impact’s comprehensive 30-minute video, we get a complete tier list breakdown of every 5-star weapon in Genshin Impact and a clear comparison between the regular weapon banner and the Chronicled Wish banner.

Here’s everything you need to know about which weapons are worth your Primogems, and how to make smart long-term banner decisions.

Chronicled Wish vs. Regular Weapon Banner

✅ Regular Weapon Banner

One fate point (you can only lose once)
37.5% chance at featured weapon, 25% at standard
Hard pity at 77 pulls
More flexible pity for future banners
Often has two high-value weapons (e.g., Mistplitter + Freedom Sworn)

✅ Chronicled Wish Banner

50% chance at your selected weapon
50% chance at another weapon in the Chronicled pool
Hard pity at 90 pulls
Guaranteed to get one of the Chronicled weapons, never a standard one

📊 Pull Averages:

Regular Weapon Banner: ~111 pulls for your desired 5-star
Chronicled Wish Banner: ~107 pulls

Verdict: They’re almost identical in terms of cost. The real question is whether you want specific weapons or are okay with flexible meta upgrades.

Underrated Reasons to Get 5-Star Weapons

Jello also highlights often overlooked reasons why 5-star weapons are worth it beyond raw damage:

Less RNG (vs. weapons like Widsith or Sacrificial)
No jank mechanics (Serpent Spine stacks, Dragon Slayer swaps, etc.)
Massive quality of life improvements in rotation and team synergy
Better crit balancing
Visual/aesthetic satisfaction (let’s admit it—drip matters)

“Sometimes, having a reliable stat stick that doesn’t make you micromanage every frame is worth it.”

Top Tier Weapons (Best in Slot for Meta Units + Universal)

These are the most valuable 5-star weapons for current meta characters:

Moa’s Weapon – Massive stat boost, works on almost every claymore DPS.
Skirk’s Weapon – Works for both Skirk and Ayaka. One of the biggest stat boosts in the game.
Navia’s Weapon – Strong for Navia and also performs well on other units.
Aqua Simulacra – Best for Yelan, also a strong universal stat stick.
First Great Magic – Best on Lyney and strong on Fischl and others.
Clorinde’s Weapon – Powerful for Clorinde, but limited outside of her kit.
Kenich’s Weapon – Great stats and synergy for Kenich, but less flexible.

Great Universal Weapons (Strong Across Many Characters)

These are worth pulling if you value flexibility across your roster:

Mistplitter Reforged – Great on Ayaka, Skirk, and others.
Freedom Sworn – Excellent support weapon for Kazuha, Shilonin, etc.
Haran Geppaku Futsu – Solid universal stat stick.
Jade Cutter – Works on nearly every sword DPS.
Staff of Homa – One of the best polearms overall.
Engulfing Lightning – Great for Raiden and characters needing energy.
Peak Patrol Song – Amazing buffing sword for Shilonin comps.
Chiiori’s Weapon – Strong on many Geo and normal-attacking characters.

Good Stat Sticks (Solid, But Less Exciting)

These weapons are good, but not standout or limited to fewer units:

Wolf’s Gravestone
Beacon of the Reed Sea
Thundering Pulse
Calamity Queller
Polar Star
Lost Prayers
Skyward Spine

Great if you get them passively, but rarely worth pulling for unless you’re missing everything else.

Skip Tier (Too Niche or Outdated)

Some weapons just aren’t worth pulling in 2025:

The Unforged – Relies on shields. Outclassed.
Memory of Dust – Clunky and shield-dependent.
Vortex Vanquisher – Weak on Zhongli, better polearms exist.
Fina’s Weapon (C4 Bait) – Doesn’t work without Constellation 4.
Alhaitham’s Weapon – EM scaling is less relevant today.
Hunter’s Path – Limited to units like Tighnari, Sethos, Ganyu.

Smart Pulling Advice

If you’re asking “Should I pull the Chronicled Weapon Banner?” ask yourself:

Do I need multiple weapons from this pool?
Will this weapon make my favorite character shine?
Am I okay with one extra pity (Chronicled is 90, regular is 77)?
Do I already have Favonius weapons? If not, 4-stars matter too.

“If you’re going for Mistplitter, just pull the regular weapon banner. If you want Skirk’s weapon and also want Chiiori’s, the Chronicled Wish is your best bet.”

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Weapon Banner

Is the Chronicled Wish better than the regular weapon banner?

Not strictly. They’re about the same in average cost, but Chronicled Wish gives you a guaranteed pool while regular banners have a lower hard pity.

Which 5-star weapons are best for multiple characters?

Weapons like Mistplitter, Freedom Sworn, Jade Cutter, and Staff of Homa are strong across multiple units and worth investing in.

Are 5-star weapons necessary?

No—but they make team building easier and more consistent. They reduce RNG and improve overall quality of life.

Should I skip if I don’t want a specific weapon?

Yes. Pulling without a goal is risky. Always prioritize characters you use and synergistic weapons.

What’s the best polearm in the game right now?

Escopier’s Weapon likely holds the title due to its support scaling and versatility, but Staff of Homa remains the most consistent generalist choice.