Hu Tao Build Guide
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Hu Tao Best Build & Stat Priority
Hu Tao is a 5-star Pyro Polearm character from Liyue who excels in the DPS role. Ascending Hu Tao grants bonus CRIT DMG, complementing a stat priority of CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, HP%. For the Crimson Witch of Flames DPS setup, equip Crimson Witch of Flames (Hidden Palace of Zhou Formula) with HP% Sands, Pyro DMG Bonus Goblet, and CRIT DMG or CRIT Rate Circlet. Staff of Homa (CRIT DMG) is the top recommended weapon, while Ballad of the Fjords serves as a reliable accessible alternative.
- Crimson Witch of Flames DPS (DPS): Crimson Witch of Flames + Staff of Homa (HP% / Pyro DMG Bonus / CRIT DMG or CRIT Rate)
- Shimenawa's Reminiscence DPS (DPS): Crimson Witch of Flames + Staff of Homa (HP% / Pyro DMG Bonus / CRIT DMG or CRIT Rate)
- Marechaussee Hunter DPS (DPS): Crimson Witch of Flames + Staff of Homa (HP% / Pyro DMG Bonus / CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG)
Main Stats Recommendation
Substats Priority
Hu Tao Ascension & Talent Materials
Best Artifacts for Hu Tao
Crimson Witch of Flames
2-PC: Pyro DMG Bonus +15%. 4-PC: Increases Overloaded, Burning, and Burgeon DMG by 40%. Increases Vaporize and Melt DMG by 15%. Using an Elemental Skill increases 2-Piece Set effects by 50% for 10s. Max 3 stacks.
Alternative Sets & Combos
2-PC: ATK +18%. 4-PC: When casting an Elemental Skill, if the character has 15 or more Energy, they lose 15 Energy and Normal/Charge/Plunging Attack DMG is increased by 50% for 10s. This effect will not trigger again during that duration.
2-PC: Normal and Charged Attack DMG +15% 4-PC: When current HP increases or decreases, CRIT Rate will be increased by 12% for 5s. Max 3 stacks.
Best Weapons for Hu Tao
Staff of Homa
Base ATK: 608 Bonus Stat: CRIT DMG 66.2% Skill Effect: HP increased by 20%. Additionally, provides an ATK Bonus based on 0.8% of the wielder’s Max HP. When the wielder's HP is less than 50%, this ATK Bonus is increased by an additional 1% of Max HP
Free-To-Play Alternatives
Other Recommended Weapons
Best Hu Tao Team Compositions
Vaporize Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Furina, Yelan, Xianyun
Vaporize Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Yelan, Zhongli
Vaporize Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Yelan, Lan Yan
Melt Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Rosaria, Kaedehara Kazuha, Citlali
Melt Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Ganyu, Kaedehara Kazuha, Diona
Double Geo Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Yelan, Chiori, Zhongli
Double Geo Team
A Premium team featuring Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Albedo, Zhongli
F2P Friendly Team
A budget-friendly F2P team composition featuring Bennett, Xingqiu, and Xiangling.
Hu Tao Build FAQ
What is the best build for Hu Tao in Genshin Impact?
The optimal Crimson Witch of Flames DPS build for Hu Tao (DPS) uses Crimson Witch of Flames farmed in Hidden Palace of Zhou Formula paired with Staff of Homa. Aim for HP% on Sands, Pyro DMG Bonus on Goblet, and CRIT DMG or CRIT Rate on Circlet, prioritizing CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > HP% > Elemental Mastery substats.
What are Hu Tao's best weapons and F2P options?
Hu Tao's best-in-slot weapon is the 5-star Staff of Homa (CRIT DMG). Strong alternative and free-to-play options include Ballad of the Fjords (4-star), White Tassel (3-star), Staff of the Scarlet Sands (5-star), Primordial Jade Winged-Spear (5-star).
Which ascension and talent materials does Hu Tao require?
Leveling Hu Tao requires Silk Flower (local specialty), Juvenile Jade (world boss drop), Childe (weekly trounce material), and Philosophies of Diligence talent books. Character ascension increases CRIT DMG.
What are the best team compositions for Hu Tao?
Top recommended teams for Hu Tao include Vaporize Team (Hu Tao, Furina, Yelan, Xianyun) and Vaporize Team (Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Yelan, Zhongli), built around Pyro elemental reactions and DPS synergy.
