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The Ultimate Guide to Baal Artifacts: Optimizing Your Raiden Shogun

The question on every Genshin Impact player’s mind when building the formidable Raiden Shogun, also known as Baal, is undoubtedly: “What is the best artifact set for her?”. The answer, while seemingly straightforward, requires a deeper understanding of her kit and scaling. Let’s dive into the definitive guide to optimizing your Raiden Shogun’s artifacts.

The Best Artifact Set for Raiden Shogun

The absolute best artifact set for Raiden Shogun, without question, is the Emblem of Severed Fate. This set, obtained from the Momiji-Dyed Court Domain, is tailor-made for her kit and maximizes her potential.

Here’s why:

2-Piece Bonus: Provides a substantial 20% Energy Recharge boost. Raiden’s Electro damage scales with her Energy Recharge, making this a crucial stat for her overall damage output.
4-Piece Bonus: This is where the magic happens. It increases Elemental Burst DMG by 25% of Energy Recharge. This bonus synergizes perfectly with Raiden’s kit, further amplifying her burst damage, which is the cornerstone of her DPS potential.

The Emblem of Severed Fate set directly addresses Raiden’s key needs: Energy Recharge and Elemental Burst damage. By maximizing these, you’re getting the most out of the Electro Archon. No other artifact set can provide such a potent combination for her. It’s the ideal choice for both main DPS and sub-DPS Raiden builds, offering consistency and remarkable damage scaling.

Artifact Stat Priorities for Raiden Shogun

While the set itself is crucial, the individual stats on your artifacts are equally important. Here’s a breakdown of the priority stats you should be aiming for on your Emblem of Severed Fate pieces:

Flower of Life (HP):
- Sub-stats: Prioritize Energy Recharge, CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, and ATK % in that order.
Plume of Death (ATK):
- Sub-stats: Prioritize Energy Recharge, CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, and ATK % in that order.
Sands of Eon (Main Stat Varies):
- Main Stat: Energy Recharge is usually best, especially if you have low Energy Recharge from other sources. If your Energy Recharge is already high, consider an ATK % Sands.
- Sub-stats: Prioritize CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, and ATK %.
Goblet of Eonothem (Main Stat Varies):
- Main Stat: Electro DMG Bonus is generally the best option. If you have a significant amount of Electro damage bonus elsewhere, you might consider an ATK % Goblet.
- Sub-stats: Prioritize CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, and Energy Recharge.
Circlet of Logos (Main Stat Varies):
- Main Stat: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG depending on your current CRIT ratio. Ideally, you want a ratio close to 1:2 (e.g., 70% CRIT Rate and 140% CRIT DMG).
- Sub-stats: Prioritize CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate, Energy Recharge, and ATK %.

Achieving these ideal stats will dramatically improve Raiden’s damage output and energy efficiency, letting you maximize the use of her powerful Elemental Burst.

Frequently Asked Questions About Raiden Shogun Artifacts

Here are some frequently asked questions to provide a more comprehensive understanding of building Raiden Shogun:

1. What is the best artifact set for Raiden Shogun as a F2P player?

The Emblem of Severed Fate remains the best artifact set even for F2P players. While you may have limited resources, focusing on farming the Momiji-Dyed Court Domain will yield the best results for maximizing Raiden’s damage.

2. Is there a viable 4-star artifact set for Raiden Shogun?

While not as optimal as Emblem of Severed Fate, the Exile set can be useful in the early game or if you’re struggling with energy recharge. However, it’s strongly recommended to transition to Emblem as soon as possible.

3. Should I focus on Energy Recharge or ATK for Raiden Shogun?

Energy Recharge is more critical for Raiden Shogun due to her unique scaling. Prioritize Energy Recharge until you reach a comfortable amount (around 200-250%), then focus on ATK%.

4. How much CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG is optimal for Raiden Shogun?

Aim for a CRIT Rate of around 60-70% and CRIT DMG of around 120-180%. A 1:2 ratio is generally the target for maximum damage output.

5. What weapon works best with the Emblem of Severed Fate artifact set on Raiden?

Engulfing Lightning, Raiden’s signature weapon, is the top choice, synergizing perfectly with both her kit and the Emblem set. However, the The Catch is an excellent F2P option that also complements her Energy Recharge focus.

6. Can I use a mixed artifact set for Raiden Shogun?

A mixed set (e.g., 2-piece Thundering Fury and 2-piece Noblesse Oblige) can work but is generally less effective than the 4-piece Emblem of Severed Fate. Avoid mixed sets, as the 4 piece set bonus is superior.

7. How does Raiden Shogun’s damage scale?

Raiden Shogun’s damage scales significantly with her Energy Recharge. Therefore, prioritize this stat, which will, in turn, boost her Burst damage through the Emblem of Severed Fate artifact set.

8. What is Raiden Shogun’s real name?

Raiden Shogun’s real name is Raiden Ei. The Raiden Shogun is an alias for her when she’s ruling in Inazuma.

9. Is Raiden Shogun a main DPS or a support?

Raiden Shogun is a strong on-field damage dealer (DPS) primarily focusing on her Elemental Burst. However, she also provides a significant boost to her teammates’ Burst damage, making her an effective sub-DPS as well.

10. How do I maximize Raiden Shogun’s Burst damage?

To maximize her Burst damage, ensure she has enough Energy Recharge, sufficient Resolve Stacks before casting her Burst, and a good CRIT ratio.

11. How many pulls should I expect to get Raiden?

Raiden Shogun is a limited 5-star character. You will need around 75-90 pulls on her banner to guarantee a 5-star. However, there is only a 50% chance that the 5-star will be her. If you fail the 50/50, the next 5-star is guaranteed to be Raiden.

12. Who is considered Raiden Shogun’s child?

Scaramouche is considered one of Raiden Ei’s creations, and is described as her child in the Pale Flame artifact set lore.

13. Is Raiden Shogun hard to play?

Raiden is not inherently hard to play. However, maximizing her potential requires understanding her scaling, Energy Recharge requirements, and team compositions. Her weekly boss is quite challenging.

14. How old is Raiden Shogun?

Raiden Shogun is around 3000 years old.

15. What is the best 4-star weapon for Raiden Shogun?

The best 4-star weapon for Raiden Shogun is The Catch. This polearm offers Energy Recharge as its secondary stat and boosts the Elemental Burst damage, which aligns perfectly with her kit and the Emblem of Severed Fate set.

By understanding the nuances of the Emblem of Severed Fate artifact set and prioritizing the correct stats, you can unlock the full potential of the Raiden Shogun and establish her as a powerhouse in your team.

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