Can Bennett Heal 100%? The Fiery Support’s Healing Capabilities Explained

Yes, Bennett can heal to 100%. While his C0 (Constellation 0) ability restricts healing to 70% of a character’s HP, this limitation disappears entirely with his C1 (Constellation 1). Even at C0, the game mechanics allow for healing past the 70% threshold, depending on the amount of healing per tick from his Fantastic Voyage burst. If a character is, say, at 68% HP, a single healing tick exceeding 2% of their max HP will push them beyond the 70% limit. At C1, Bennett’s healing is only limited by the magnitude of his healing per tick and the maximum HP of the character being healed, allowing them to reach 100%. Bennett’s healing and buffing utility makes him a staple in many Genshin Impact team compositions.

Understanding Bennett’s Healing Mechanics

Bennett’s healing primarily stems from his Elemental Burst, Fantastic Voyage. When activated, this ability creates an Inspiration Field that provides a significant ATK buff based on Bennett’s Base ATK and heals active characters within the field. However, the healing mechanic is intricately tied to his constellation level.

The Impact of Constellations

• C0 (Base Bennett): At Constellation 0, Bennett’s healing is capped at 70% of the active character’s HP. This means that, under normal circumstances, the Inspiration Field will cease healing once the character reaches this threshold. However, as mentioned earlier, if a single heal tick is potent enough to push the character beyond 70%, it will do so.

• C1 (Level 1 Constellation): This constellation removes the HP restriction on Bennett’s healing. The description of this Constellation reads: “Fantastic Voyage’s ATK Bonus no longer has an HP restriction, and gains 20% of Bennett’s Base ATK.” This allows characters within the Inspiration Field to be healed to 100% of their HP. Crucially, this also removes the need to stay below 70% to continuously benefit from the ATK buff, improving team damage output.

Factors Affecting Healing Output

Several factors influence Bennett’s healing capabilities. Understanding these factors is crucial for maximizing his support potential.

• Bennett’s Max HP: While Bennett’s ATK buff scales off his Base ATK (character level + weapon’s Base ATK), his healing scales off his Max HP. Therefore, increasing his HP through artifacts and character level will significantly enhance his healing output.
• Healing Bonus: Artifacts with Healing Bonus as the main stat or substat directly increase the amount of HP restored by Bennett’s burst. A Healing Bonus Circlet is often recommended for builds prioritizing healing.
• Character Level: Increasing Bennett’s character level not only boosts his Base ATK, thereby enhancing the ATK buff, but also increases his Max HP, further improving his healing capacity.
• Talent Level: Upgrading Bennett’s Elemental Burst talent level increases both the ATK buff percentage and the healing percentage, making his Burst more effective overall.
• Energy Recharge (ER): While not directly influencing healing output per tick, Energy Recharge is crucial for ensuring that Bennett can consistently use his Elemental Burst. Having sufficient ER allows for more frequent healing and ATK buffs, thus improving team sustain and damage.

Build Recommendations

• Main Stats: For a support/healer Bennett build, prioritize Energy Recharge on the Sands, HP% on the Goblet (or Pyro DMG Bonus if using him as a Sub-DPS), and Healing Bonus on the Circlet. Substats should focus on Energy Recharge, HP%, and Elemental Mastery.
• Artifact Sets:
  • Noblesse Oblige (4-piece): This set provides an ATK buff to the entire team after Bennett uses his Burst, further enhancing his support capabilities.
  • Emblem of Severed Fate (4-piece): If Energy Recharge is a major concern, this set increases ER and boosts Burst damage, making Bennett’s Burst more impactful.
  • Maiden Beloved (4-piece): If you REALLY want to focus on healing then this works.
• Weapon Choices:
  • Skyward Blade: The best weapon for Bennett, since it has a high Energy Recharge for its secondary stats.
  • Favonius Sword: Excellent for generating energy particles for the entire team, improving overall energy economy.
  • Festering Desire: A viable option, providing Energy Recharge and increasing Elemental Skill damage.
  • Sapwood Blade: A craftable weapon that boosts Elemental Mastery after triggering Dendro reactions.
  • Aquila Favonia: Boasting the highest Base ATK among swords, it provides a significant ATK boost, but its physical damage bonus is less relevant for Bennett’s support role.
  • Harbinger of Dawn: A three-star sword with 39-401 Base Attack, and its secondary stat being 10.2-46.9 percent bonus crit damage.

FAQs: Bennett’s Healing and Utility

Here are some frequently asked questions about Bennett’s healing and his role as a support character in Genshin Impact:

1. Is Bennett a good healer for the Spiral Abyss? Yes, Bennett is an excellent healer for the Spiral Abyss due to his combination of potent healing and significant ATK buff. He provides both survivability and increased damage output, making him invaluable in challenging encounters.

2. Does Bennett’s healing scale with ATK? No, Bennett’s healing scales with his Max HP, while his ATK buff scales with his Base ATK (character level + weapon Base ATK).

3. How much Energy Recharge does Bennett need? The amount of Energy Recharge Bennett needs depends on his role and team composition. Generally, aim for around 200-250% ER if he’s the solo Pyro character on the team. If you have another Pyro character acting as battery or are facing enemies that drop more energy particles, you might need slightly less.

4. Is C6 Bennett bad? C6 Bennett is a controversial topic. While it infuses his Burst with Pyro, potentially enabling Pyro-based compositions, it can also interfere with certain team compositions reliant on Elemental Reactions that are incompatible with Pyro infusion. The utility also depends on the enemy composition and the other characters in the team.

5. Can Bennett cleanse elements? Yes, Bennett’s Burst can cleanse certain elemental debuffs, such as Cryo or Hydro, from active characters within the Inspiration Field, providing a crucial layer of protection against debilitating status effects.

6. Is Bennett better than other healers? Whether Bennett is “better” than other healers depends on the specific situation and team composition. While he may not provide the same level of sustained healing as characters like Kokomi or Qiqi, his combined healing and ATK buff utility often make him a more versatile and valuable support character.

7. Does Bennett’s C1 heal all party members simultaneously? No, Bennett’s healing only applies to the active character within the Inspiration Field. Party members outside the field will not receive healing.

8. What is Bennett’s role in the National Team? In the Raiden National Team (Raiden Shogun, Xingqiu, Xiangling, Bennett), Bennett serves as both a healer and an ATK buffer, significantly enhancing the team’s overall damage output and survivability.

9. Does Bennett need HP artifacts even with C1? Yes, even with C1, HP artifacts are beneficial for increasing Bennett’s healing output. More HP translates to more HP restored per tick, improving team sustain.

10. How do I maximize Bennett’s ATK buff? To maximize Bennett’s ATK buff, focus on equipping a weapon with a high Base ATK and leveling Bennett to the maximum level (Level 90). The ATK buff scales exclusively from his Base ATK.

11. What are Bennett’s best team compositions? Bennett excels in various team compositions, including the Raiden National Team, Sunfire Jean compositions, and teams focused on maximizing DPS with characters like Diluc, Hu Tao, and Yoimiya. He is a strong addition to any team that needs both healing and attack buffs.

12. Is it worth pulling for Bennett constellations? Pulling for Bennett constellations can significantly enhance his utility, particularly C1, which removes the HP restriction on his ATK buff and allows him to heal to 100%. Whether it’s “worth it” depends on individual priorities and resource management, since constellations are subject to RNG in Genshin Impact.

13. Can Bennett heal through corrosion? While Bennett’s healing can mitigate the effects of Corrosion in the Spiral Abyss, it may not fully counteract the damage, especially at lower levels or without sufficient investment in his healing output.

14. Is Bennett useful in exploration? Yes, Bennett is useful in exploration due to his healing capabilities, which allow him to sustain the team during prolonged adventures. His Pyro application is also helpful for solving puzzles and triggering elemental reactions.

15. Where can I learn more about game mechanics and character optimization? Check out the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org for research and discussions about the intersection of games and learning. They have insights and information on game mechanics, player behavior, and optimizing your gameplay strategies.

Conclusion: The Power of Bennett’s Healing

Bennett’s unique combination of healing and ATK buffing makes him a powerful and versatile support character in Genshin Impact. While his base form has a healing limitation of 70%, his C1 constellation negates this restriction, and a good HP build will let your characters heal to full health. Proper artifact and weapon choices further enhance his capabilities, making him an invaluable asset in various team compositions and challenging encounters. Understanding his mechanics and maximizing his potential ensures that Bennett remains a top-tier support character in the game.