Varka
Knight of Boreas
Stats
Lv.
90/90
Base HP 12613
Base ATK 353
Base DEF 795
CRIT DMG 38.4%
Talents
Favonius Bladework: Dancing Radiance Lv.
10
Favonius Bladework: Dancing Radiance
Lv.
10
Normal Attack
Imitating an ancient knightly war-dance, Varka wields dual claymores to perform up to 5 consecutive strikes.
Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to charge forward and perform an especially powerful dual blade slash toward the front.
Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Skill Attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 129.4% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 47.4%+88.1% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 64.1%+119.1% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 109.6%+59.0% |
| 5-Hit DMG | 137.9%+74.2% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 169.3%+91.2% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 50.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 147.4% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 295%/368% |
Windbound Execution Lv.
10
Windbound Execution
Lv.
10
Manifest the true essence of Favonius Bladework with absolute power. Produces different effects depending on whether the skill is Tapped or Held.
Tap
Leap forward and slash in one fluid motion, dealing AoE Anemo DMG and switching to Sturm und Drang mode.
While in Sturm und Drang, Varka's Normal Attack and Charged Attack DMG is increased, and he cannot perform Plunging Attacks. Also, when performing Normal or Charged Attacks, Varka's dual-wielded claymores will deal corresponding Elemental DMG based on the Elemental Types of the characters in the party, respectively. This Elemental DMG cannot be overridden by infusions.
Additionally, when in Sturm und Drang, if there are Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo characters in the party, Varka's Elemental Skill Windbound Execution will be converted to the special Elemental Skill, Four Winds' Ascension, dealing corresponding Elemental DMG and Anemo DMG. Additionally, Varka can also expend uses of the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension to perform a special Charged Attack, Azure Devour, that does not consume stamina to deal corresponding Elemental DMG and Anemo DMG.
Hold
After charging for a while, leap forward. The duration of the charge will increase the distance of the leap.
Skill Attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 501.1% |
| Press CD | 16.0s |
| Hold CD | 8.0s |
| Sturm und Drang Duration | 12.0s |
| Sturm und Drang 1-Hit DMG | 161.7% |
| Sturm und Drang 2-Hit DMG | 59.3%+110.1% |
| Sturm und Drang 3-Hit DMG | 80.1%+148.8% |
| Sturm und Drang 4-Hit DMG | 137.0%+73.8% |
| Sturm und Drang 5-Hit DMG | 172.3%+92.8% |
| Sturm und Drang Charged Attack DMG | 211.6%+113.9% |
| Four Winds' Ascension DMG | 316.4%+170.4% |
| Azure Devour DMG | 168.5%×2+90.7%×2 |
| Four Winds' Ascension CD | 11.0s |
Northwind Avatar Lv.
10
Northwind Avatar
Lv.
10
In the name of the mightiest Knight of Boreas, unleash a powerful double slash attack toward the front, dealing 2 instances of Anemo DMG.
If there are Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo characters in the party, the first slash will be converted to deal corresponding Elemental DMG according to the aforementioned priority order of Elemental Types.
Skill Attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Skill 1-Hit DMG | 606.5% |
| Skill 2-Hit DMG | 326.6% |
| CD | 15.0s |
| Energy Cost | 60 |
Passives
Dawn Wind's March
Dawn Wind's March
When there are Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo characters in the party, according to the aforementioned priority order of Elemental Types, every 1,000 points of Varka's ATK will grant Varka a 10% Anemo DMG Bonus and corresponding Elemental DMG Bonus (among the aforementioned Elemental Types, only one element can gain bonus DMG this way). Up to 25% bonus DMG can be gained this way.
Additionally, if there are at least 2 Anemo characters, or at least 2 characters of the same Element among Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo in the party, the Normal Attacks, Charged Attacks, Special Charged Attack Azure Devour and the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension that Varka deals or unleashes while in the Sturm und Drang mode will deal 140% of their original DMG. If there are at least 2 Anemo characters and at least 2 other characters of the same element among Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo present in the party at the same time, the aforementioned effect will be increased to 220%.
Additionally, if there are at least 2 Anemo characters, or at least 2 characters of the same Element among Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo in the party, the Normal Attacks, Charged Attacks, Special Charged Attack Azure Devour and the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension that Varka deals or unleashes while in the Sturm und Drang mode will deal 140% of their original DMG. If there are at least 2 Anemo characters and at least 2 other characters of the same element among Pyro, Hydro, Electro or Cryo present in the party at the same time, the aforementioned effect will be increased to 220%.
Requirement Ascension 1
Wind's Vanguard
Wind's Vanguard
When nearby party members trigger Swirl reaction(s), Varka gains one stack of Azure Fang's Oath, increasing the DMG dealt by his Normal Attacks, Charged Attacks, special Charged Attack Azure Devour and special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension by 7.5% for 8s. Max 4 stacks. Each character can grant Varka with 1 stack of Azure Fang's Oath every second this way.
Requirement Ascension 4
Homebound Wind's Paean
Homebound Wind's Paean
For every party member from Mondstadt, the Hold version of Varka's Elemental Skill Windbound Execution's CD is decreased by 5%.
This effect does not trigger in Domains, Trounce Domains, or the Spiral Abyss.
This effect does not trigger in Domains, Trounce Domains, or the Spiral Abyss.
Witch's Eve Rite: Dawn's Return
Witch's Eve Rite: Dawn's Return
After completing Witch's Homework: The Untitled Question, Varka will become a Hexerei character. When the party includes at least 2 Hexerei characters, you will gain the Hexerei: Secret Rite effect, which enhances Hexerei characters.
Hexerei: Secret Rite
Enhances the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension: When Varka hits an opponent with Normal Attack(s) in Sturm und Drang, the CD of Four Winds' Ascension will be reduced by 1s.
Hexerei: Secret Rite
Enhances the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension: When Varka hits an opponent with Normal Attack(s) in Sturm und Drang, the CD of Four Winds' Ascension will be reduced by 1s.
Constellations
01
"Come, Friend, Let Us Dance Beneath the Moon's Soft Glow"
"Come, Friend, Let Us Dance Beneath the Moon's Soft Glow"
When Varka switches to Sturm und Drang, he will obtain an additional use of the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension.
Additionally, after switching to Sturm und Drang, Varka will gain the Lyrical Libation effect: When unleashing the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension, or when performing the special Charged Attack Azure Devour, Varka will consume this effect to deal 200% of the original DMG dealt by Four Winds' Ascension or Azure Devour. Raw Params
Additionally, after switching to Sturm und Drang, Varka will gain the Lyrical Libation effect: When unleashing the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension, or when performing the special Charged Attack Azure Devour, Varka will consume this effect to deal 200% of the original DMG dealt by Four Winds' Ascension or Azure Devour.
02
"When Dawn Breaks, Our Journey Shall Take Flight"
"When Dawn Breaks, Our Journey Shall Take Flight"
When unleashing the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension, or when performing the special Charged Attack Azure Devour, Varka will perform an additional strike, dealing AoE Anemo DMG equal to 800% of Varka's ATK. Raw Params
03
"O Friend, Quaff Not the Bitter Wine That Brings Tears of Woe"
"O Friend, Quaff Not the Bitter Wine That Brings Tears of Woe"
Increases Elemental Skill Windbound Execution Level by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
04
"For None May Take From Us Our Freedom of Song"
"For None May Take From Us Our Freedom of Song"
When Varka triggers a Swirl reaction, based on the Elemental Types involved in the reaction, all nearby party members gain a 20% Anemo DMG Bonus and the corresponding Elemental DMG Bonus for 10s. Raw Params
05
"Fill High the Cup With Fine Wine, for Tyrants Come and Go"
"Fill High the Cup With Fine Wine, for Tyrants Come and Go"
Increases Elemental Burst Northwind Avatar Level by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
06
"Beloved Mondstadt, Steadfast You Shall Shine"
"Beloved Mondstadt, Steadfast You Shall Shine"
Sturm und Drang is enhanced:
· For a short time after unleashing the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension, Tapping on Varka's Elemental Skill or Holding his Normal Attack will not expend any uses of Four Winds' Ascension, and will perform one additional instance of the special Charged Attack, Azure Devour.
· For a short time after performing the special Charged Attack Azure Devour, tap on Varka's Elemental Skill to unleash an additional instance of Four Winds' Ascension without expending any uses of Four Winds' Ascension.
When triggering an additional special Charged Attack, Azure Devour, or unleashing an additional special Elemental Skill, Four Winds' Ascension, in this manner, the above effect cannot be triggered.
Additionally, the Azure Fang's Oath effect in Ascension Talent Wind's Vanguard is enhanced: Every stack of Azure Fang's Oath will increase Varka's CRIT DMG by 20%. Raw Params
· For a short time after unleashing the special Elemental Skill Four Winds' Ascension, Tapping on Varka's Elemental Skill or Holding his Normal Attack will not expend any uses of Four Winds' Ascension, and will perform one additional instance of the special Charged Attack, Azure Devour.
· For a short time after performing the special Charged Attack Azure Devour, tap on Varka's Elemental Skill to unleash an additional instance of Four Winds' Ascension without expending any uses of Four Winds' Ascension.
When triggering an additional special Charged Attack, Azure Devour, or unleashing an additional special Elemental Skill, Four Winds' Ascension, in this manner, the above effect cannot be triggered.
Additionally, the Azure Fang's Oath effect in Ascension Talent Wind's Vanguard is enhanced: Every stack of Azure Fang's Oath will increase Varka's CRIT DMG by 20%.
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Chinese 郝祥海 English Joseph May Korean Park Sang-hoon Japanese 杉田智和
Chat: Drinking
Chat: Drinking
I like to drink on occasion... any and every occasion. Ha! Haha, good one.
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Weapons need regular maintenance. Take good care of them, and they'll take care of you when it matters most.
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*sigh* Sure feels good to get away from my desk. Now, where's a good spot for a nap?
Story
Birthday Feb 17th Constellation Lupus Majoris Affiliation Knights of Favonius
Description
Description
Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius. Knight of Boreas, protector of Mondstadt.
Character Details
Character Details
It is in bustling taverns that the grand tales of Varka are told, and they almost always begin with the extraordinary story of his birth.
Some claim that, when he was still in his swaddling clothes, two venomous serpents sought to slay the hero he was to be. Yet the infant, not a full month old, seized them, one in each hand, and tossed them from his cradle as if they were mere playthings. And thus, 'tis said, he grasped the secret to wielding twin blades!
Some say that, upon the very hour of his birth, a bitter north wind, the likes of which had not scourged Mondstadt in a century, tore through the sunlit skies. And from the depths of Wolvendom rose a chorus of wolf cries, one answering another. 'Twas a declaration that the "North Wind" would rise again to reclaim his place as the mightiest of the Four Winds!
Some whisper that he was born to be a knight, a favored child of fate, destined for greatness since his first breath... Such whispers, of course, are but the idle stuff of tavern tales.
In Mondstadt, there are no fell serpents that single out infants as targets for their venom, nor packs of wolves that howl for no rhyme or reason.
These tales are naught but the beguiling babble of tavern bards, who, with much ado, weave epics of high destiny and doom for entertainment.
Not all legends are born of legendary beginnings, nor must every myth be guided by a god's own hand.
On a perfectly ordinary day, without a breath of wind or drop of rain, in a home neither poor nor prosperous, Varka came into the world in the most ordinary way.
No peril arose, no omen struck. In the days that followed, he grew up no differently from any other ordinary child in Mondstadt.
Listening to the bards' tales of knights and gods, he dreamed of the day he might charge across a battlefield, just like the heroes of those very tales.
Yet, when the tales were over, and the children departed in twos and threes, he would always linger, clinging on with ceaseless questions...
—Why is it that the heroes are always born of some ancient bloodline, or blessed by the favor of gods long past?
The bards could only offer an awkward smile and reply, "That's how the stories have always been told."
—Then who founded those ancient bloodlines? Who blessed the gods before their divinity?
At this juncture, most bards would fall silent. A handful would point towards the Knights of Favonius's library.
—One cannot look to "stories" for these answers; one must look to "history."
And fewer still, wearied by such questions, would point towards the boundless wilderness beyond the city walls...
—What do I know? I'm just a bard! Ask Barbatos!
...
Many years later, when Varka had at last become a "Legendary Knight" of the new generation and the hero of his own tale, he finally understood the bards' predicament.
Reality requires no justification, yet a tale must earn the credence of its audience.
And for the ordinary listener, it is nearly impossible to conceive: Without ancient bloodlines or divine favor, with nothing but ceaseless effort and unyielding will, how could a mortal forge a legend?
Some claim that, when he was still in his swaddling clothes, two venomous serpents sought to slay the hero he was to be. Yet the infant, not a full month old, seized them, one in each hand, and tossed them from his cradle as if they were mere playthings. And thus, 'tis said, he grasped the secret to wielding twin blades!
Some say that, upon the very hour of his birth, a bitter north wind, the likes of which had not scourged Mondstadt in a century, tore through the sunlit skies. And from the depths of Wolvendom rose a chorus of wolf cries, one answering another. 'Twas a declaration that the "North Wind" would rise again to reclaim his place as the mightiest of the Four Winds!
Some whisper that he was born to be a knight, a favored child of fate, destined for greatness since his first breath... Such whispers, of course, are but the idle stuff of tavern tales.
In Mondstadt, there are no fell serpents that single out infants as targets for their venom, nor packs of wolves that howl for no rhyme or reason.
These tales are naught but the beguiling babble of tavern bards, who, with much ado, weave epics of high destiny and doom for entertainment.
Not all legends are born of legendary beginnings, nor must every myth be guided by a god's own hand.
On a perfectly ordinary day, without a breath of wind or drop of rain, in a home neither poor nor prosperous, Varka came into the world in the most ordinary way.
No peril arose, no omen struck. In the days that followed, he grew up no differently from any other ordinary child in Mondstadt.
Listening to the bards' tales of knights and gods, he dreamed of the day he might charge across a battlefield, just like the heroes of those very tales.
Yet, when the tales were over, and the children departed in twos and threes, he would always linger, clinging on with ceaseless questions...
—Why is it that the heroes are always born of some ancient bloodline, or blessed by the favor of gods long past?
The bards could only offer an awkward smile and reply, "That's how the stories have always been told."
—Then who founded those ancient bloodlines? Who blessed the gods before their divinity?
At this juncture, most bards would fall silent. A handful would point towards the Knights of Favonius's library.
—One cannot look to "stories" for these answers; one must look to "history."
And fewer still, wearied by such questions, would point towards the boundless wilderness beyond the city walls...
—What do I know? I'm just a bard! Ask Barbatos!
...
Many years later, when Varka had at last become a "Legendary Knight" of the new generation and the hero of his own tale, he finally understood the bards' predicament.
Reality requires no justification, yet a tale must earn the credence of its audience.
And for the ordinary listener, it is nearly impossible to conceive: Without ancient bloodlines or divine favor, with nothing but ceaseless effort and unyielding will, how could a mortal forge a legend?
Character Story 1
Character Story 1
Character Story 2
Character Story 2
Character Story 3
Character Story 3
Character Story 4
Character Story 4
Character Story 5
Character Story 5
Wolf's Homecoming Song
Wolf's Homecoming Song
Vision
Vision
Related Items
Namecard style.
The pack of wolves chased the northern wind, but only the leader knew that the wind had already begun swirling at their paws the moment they started running.
The pack of wolves chased the northern wind, but only the leader knew that the wind had already begun swirling at their paws the moment they started running.
Varka's specialty. Generous cuts of smoked chicken thigh and tall glasses of Apple Cider, laid out in a rugged, bold style, say everything you need to know about its owner: whether in battle or at the table, he never holds back.
Effects
- Restores 40–60 stamina.
Ingredients
Dressing Room
Oath to the North Wind
Default Skin
Varka's outfit. A knight's conviction is more steadfast than any armor, and Boreas's resolve is sharper than the keenest blade. To don this suit of iron and speak this oath — it seems but yesterday, yet the years have flown by.