Version 5.5 introduces Varesa, an energetic new five-star Electro DPS in Genshin Impact with a surprisingly deep kit and a high skill ceiling—but don’t be intimidated. Once you learn her core mechanics, Varesa becomes one of the most satisfying characters to play in the game.

This ultimate guide by IWinToLose Gaming breaks down everything you need to know about Varesa: her rotation, artifact builds, weapons, constellations, teams, and playstyle tips.

📖 Varesa’s Kit – Learn the ECAP ECAP Q Combo

At first glance, Varesa’s mechanics might seem complicated, but her combo can be simplified using a three-part loop: ECAP ECAP Q.

Here’s what each part means:

E = Elemental Skill (rushes forward, deals Electro damage, and generates 20 Nightsoul Points)
C = Charged Attack (launches Varesa into the air for plunge)
A = Plunge Attack (deals AoE damage and generates 25 Nightsoul Points)
P = Fiery Passion (activated when she reaches 40 Nightsoul Points via a plunge attack)
Q = Mini-Burst (30 energy “Fiery Mountain Toss” unlocked during Apex Drive)

🔁 ECAP ECAP Q Loop:

E to rush forward
C (tap attack) triggers the “Follow-Up Strike” to leap
A (plunge attack) fills her Nightsoul meter to 40 → activates Fiery Passion
Use her rebate E (a free skill use during Fiery Passion)
Plunge again to trigger Apex Drive
Finish with Q (mini-burst)

This loop can repeat up to three times per rotation depending on cooldowns and energy.

📊 Talent Priority

Normal Attack – Level this first as it includes her plunge multipliers
Burst (Q) – Boosts her strongest finishing move
Skill (E) – Still valuable for activating combo and gaining Nightsoul Points

🏆 Best Artifact Sets

🥇 Long Night’s Oath (New Set)

2-piece: +25% Plunge Damage
4-piece: Up to +75% more Plunge Damage via stacking mechanic
Best in slot for raw solo performance and consistent damage

🥈 Obsidian Codex

2-piece: +15% Night Soul bonus damage
4-piece: +40% Crit Rate after consuming Nightsoul Points
Excellent with Electro-based teams and buff-heavy rotations

🥉 Marachasi Hunter

Viable if used alongside Furina, but much weaker solo.

⚠️ Pro tip: With her Crit Rate ascension, be careful not to over-cap when using Codex.

Main Stats:

Sands: ATK%
Goblet: Electro DMG Bonus
Circlet: Crit Rate / Crit DMG (balance for 1:2 ratio)

🔋 Energy Recharge & Substats

Recommended ER: 120–130%
Substats to prioritize: Crit Rate, Crit DMG, ER, ATK%
Low ER needed if using double Favonius users

🔫 Best Weapons for Varesa

💎 Vivid Notions (Signature Weapon)

Provides huge Crit DMG boost during plunges
+30% plunge damage bonus, with double stack potential
Up to 30% higher DPS than The Widsith on average

⚔️ The Widsith

Best F2P-friendly option
Random buffs make it inconsistent
Up to 94% of signature weapon’s DPS with right buff

📚 Crane’s Echoing Call

Provides plunge damage bonus and energy
Great budget 5-star alternative

🔨 Flowing Purity (Craftable)

Best F2P craftable
Works well with teams running Shenhe, Chevreuse, or other healers

⭐ Constellation Value

Constellation	Effect	Priority
C1	+11% damage, huge stamina QoL buff	🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
C2	Enables mini-burst after every plunge	🌟🌟🌟🌟
C4	Adds 100% bonus damage to mini-Q	🌟🌟🌟
C6	Infinite energy generation, major Crit boost	🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
C3/C5	Talent level boosts	🌟