Genshin Impact Guide: Acquiring the Calamity of Eshu Sword

The latest update for Genshin Impact, version 5.2 titled “Iktomi Spiritseeking Scrolls,”introduces an exciting new weapon: the Calamity of Eshu. This ceremonial sword, forged by Sanhaj, the esteemed high priest of the Masters of the Night-Wind, boasts impressive stats and abilities that enhance its effectiveness across various characters in the game.

As a four-star weapon, the Calamity of Eshu stands out among the new additions from this update. Its signature ability, Diffusing Boundary, enhances both normal and charged attack damage by 20% when the user is shielded. Additionally, the weapon boosts Critical Hit chances, making it an excellent choice for a diverse range of characters.

Acquiring the Calamity of Eshu Sword

Collect New Resources During the Event

Genshin Impact Incense Ashcrystal material

To obtain the Calamity of Eshu Sword, players must gather 200 Incense Ashcrystals as part of the Iktomi Spiritseeking Scrolls event. These Ashcrystals can be acquired by completing various objectives during the event itself, which runs from November 28th to December 16th, 2024.

Engaging in minigames like “Search for Lost Spirits”or “Restoring Records”can yield Incense Ashcrystals that can be repeated for additional rewards. Prioritizing resource collection during this time is crucial, as the event is time-limited. While other event activities may be appealing, securing the sword should be your main focus.

To enhance the weapon’s capabilities, players will need to collect Shuttle of Odara Refinement Materials. Once upgraded, the Calamity of Eshu Sword will display the following stats:

Sword Level	Base Attack Stat	Bonus Effect
1-20 (Base)	44	ATK + 6.0%
21-30	119	ATK + 10.6%
31-40	226	ATK + 15.5%
41-50	293	ATK + 17.9%
51-60	361	ATK + 20.3%
61-70	429	ATK + 22.7%
71-80	497	ATK + 25.1%
81-90	565	ATK + 27.6%

Best Characters for the Calamity of Eshu Sword

Ideal Characters for Shield Synergy

To maximize the potential of the Calamity of Eshu Sword, it pairs exceptionally well with characters who can create shields through their abilities. This synergy ensures that the Diffusing Boundary effect is consistently activated, significantly amplifying damage output.

Some of the top character choices for wielding this sword include:

Keqing
Clorinde
Ayaka
Ayato

The Calamity of Eshu Sword is one of the few weapons available for free, making it a valuable asset for players, especially those pursuing a free-to-play path in Genshin Impact. Leveraging shield abilities will enable these characters to utilize the sword’s talents effectively across combat scenarios.

Alternate Characters for the Calamity of Eshu Sword

Strategies for Equipping the Sword

The Calamity of Eshu Sword can also benefit those assigned as Main DPS or Sub DPS roles. While these characters may not naturally generate shields as easily, they can fully exploit the sword’s damage potential when engaging enemies.

Alternative strong characters include:

Alhaitham
Furina
Nilou

Effective usage of the sword hinges on how well characters synergize within your combat strategy. Although characters oriented towards exploration or support may not utilize the sword’s full capabilities, those designed for dealing significant Normal or AoE damage will find the weapon advantageous.

With the flagship event of update 5.2 offering a limited timeframe to acquire this weapon, players have numerous opportunities to equip the Calamity of Eshu Sword effectively across their roster in Genshin Impact.

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