Genshin 5.8 New 5-Star Polearm Analysis: Exceptional power and versatility,T0 reign!

Greetings, Travelers!
The new 5-star polearm Fractured Halo thunders onto the scene in Version 5.8! This universally adaptable masterpiece delivers dual-stat enhancement (CRIT DMG + ATK), perfectly synergizing with:
• Yoimiya's Burgeon rapid-fire
• Cyno's Hyperbloom bursts
• Even Xiao's plunging playstyle!

Can it dethrone the Staff of Homa's Tier 0 reign? But beware—this weapon hides critical deployment nuances! Follow this guide to unlock its core mechanics and optimal wielders, maximizing its combat potential! GOGOGO~

Weapon Introduction

Fractured Halo

Reality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ｜ATK: 608｜ CRIT DMG: +66.2%

• Effect: After an Elemental Skill or Elemental Burst is used, ATK is increased by 24% / 30% / 36% / 42% / 48% for 20s. If the equipping character creates a Shield while this effect is active, they will gain the Electrifying Edict effect for 20s: All nearby party members deal 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80% more Lunar-Charged DMG.

In essence: After the wielder uses an Elemental Skill or Burst, their ATK increases by 24% for 20s. During this duration, if the wielder generates a shield, all party members' Lunatic Electro-Charge reaction damage increases by 40%.

This means only Ineffa can fully utilize this weapon's potential. For other characters, it solely provides the 24% ATK boost—nevertheless, it remains a competitive 5★ polearm option.

Universal Polearm

This weapon shares identical Main/Sub-Stat templates with the Staff of Homa. Its weapon skill is slightly stronger than the Staff of Homa for the vast majority of characters, making it effectively wieldable by nearly all Polearm-wielding DPS characters!

Recommended for: Ineffa, Escoffier, Emilie, Arlecchino, Hu Tao, Xiao.

 

Ineffa

This weapon is undoubtedly Ineffa's best-in-slot, as its effects perfectly synergize with her kit mechanics. Both Ineffa's Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst can trigger the Purifying Crown effect, significantly enhancing her support capabilities in Electro-Charged teams.

Optimal Synergy

• Perfect for Ineffa: The Sundered Light effect highly complements Ineffa's kit. Her Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst consistently activate the weapon's passive, substantially boosting her supportive utility in Electro-based reaction teams.
• Team DPS Increase: By generating shields, Ineffa activates the weapon's Flowing Decree effect, further increasing the team's Electro-Charged reaction damage. This is exceptionally effective in high-frequency Electro-Charged compositions.

Practical Applications

• High-Frequency Electro-Charged Teams: When paired with characters like Xingqiu or Clorinde, Ineffa provides sustained Electro DMG and shield protection while using Sundered Light to elevate the team's overall damage output.
• Catalyze Teams: In Quicken/Aggravate compositions, Ineffa's off-field Electro application and shielding capabilities create stable output conditions, with the signature weapon further amplifying Electro-related reaction damage.

May some players have a question: If Ineffa specializes in Lunar Electro-Charged reactions, why build ATK and CRIT DMG?

Note three key mechanics:

1. Ineffa's Lunar Electro-Charged differs from standard Electro-Charged reactions—it can CRIT, scaling with CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, and Elemental Mastery!
2. Ineffa's summoned Virgulta deals additional Electro DMG equal to 80% ATK multiplier after each attack. This is considered Lunar Electro-Charged DMG and scales with ATK and talent multipliers.
3. Ineffa heavily benefits from ATK: Her own ATK stat increases teammates' Elemental Mastery and the base DMG of Lunar Electro-Charged reactions.

Important: Therefore, ensure Lynette maintains at least 2,000 ATK!

Other Characters

FOR：Escoffier, Emilie, Arlecchino, Hu Tao, Xiao

Best For
Escoffier	Emilie	Arlecchino
Hu Tao	Xiao

Weapon Passive: After the wielder uses an Elemental Skill or Elemental Burst, their ATK increases by 24% for 20s. This effect synergizes exceptionally well with these characters—even surpassing the Staff of Homa's compatibility.

Weapon Performance

• For Escoffier: ≈89.2% of [Fragrance's Memory]'s output, second only to [Calamity Queller].
• For Emilie: ≈86.8% of [Lamp of the Lost]'s output, second only to [Calamity Queller].
• For Arlecchino: ≈86.8% of [Crimson Moon's Semblance]'s output, second only to [Primordial Jade Winged-Spear].

No For Zhongli & Thoma

Important Note: DO NOT equip this weapon on Zhongli or Thoma—it provides no meaningful benefit!

No For
Zhongli	Thoma

As of now, only when Ineffa is in your party can team members trigger Lunar Electro-Charged reactions. If Ineffa is not in the party, even if Zhongli or Thoma activates the weapon's secondary effects, it will have no effect.

Conclusion

This concludes our analysis of Fractured Halo, the new 5-star Polearm in Version 5.8. This weapon delivers exceptional versatility and power, currently surpassing the Staff of Homa in overall performance. However, be mindful of its deployment constraints—equip it on suitable characters to unleash its full potential!

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