Why is My Hyperbloom Damage So Low? A Comprehensive Guide
Hyperbloom, a powerful reaction in Genshin Impact, has become a cornerstone of many team compositions, celebrated for its impressive damage potential. However, many players often find themselves puzzled by underwhelming damage numbers. So, why is your Hyperbloom damage so low? The answer boils down to a few key factors: level, Elemental Mastery (EM), and the triggering character. Hyperbloom damage scales almost entirely off of the level and Elemental Mastery of the Electro character who triggers the reaction, along with the target’s Dendro Resistance. Failing to optimize these aspects will significantly hamper your Hyperbloom’s effectiveness.
The Importance of Level and Elemental Mastery
At its core, Hyperbloom is a transformative reaction, meaning its damage does not scale with attack, critical hits, or elemental damage bonuses like most other reactions. Instead, the damage is directly tied to the level and Elemental Mastery of the character applying the Electro trigger to a Dendro core. For maximum damage, the triggering character should be leveled to level 90. This is critical because a significant portion of the Hyperbloom’s base damage is derived from the character’s level, and the difference between level 80 and 90 is substantial. In addition to level, high EM is the other crucial piece to the puzzle. Aim for at least 900 to 1000+ EM on your triggering character, as this is where the reaction really shines.
The Triggering Character Matters
The Electro character whose ability triggers the Hyperbloom reaction dictates the damage. It’s crucial to understand that the Electro application needs to be the trigger, meaning that if another element hits the Dendro core first, it won’t cause Hyperbloom. This also means that if your hydro character is triggering the Bloom reaction instead of your dendro and then is hit with electro, that does not count as the proper trigger.
Understanding Dendro Resistance
Lastly, the target’s Dendro Resistance plays a role, although this is usually less of a bottleneck than EM and level. Enemies with higher Dendro Resistance will naturally take less damage from your Hyperblooms, which is similar to other damage calculations in Genshin Impact.
In summary, low Hyperbloom damage is most often caused by a poorly leveled Electro trigger character with low EM. Prioritize maxing the level of your Electro trigger character to 90, build as much Elemental Mastery as possible and ensure your trigger is electro, not other elements. Let’s dive deeper into some frequently asked questions:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Does Talent Level Affect Hyperbloom Damage?
No, talent levels do not affect Hyperbloom damage. Hyperbloom is a transformative reaction, which means its damage scales exclusively on the level and Elemental Mastery of the character triggering the reaction, and the target’s dendro RES. Focus on building EM, not improving talent levels, for this specific type of damage.
2. What Are the Best Artifacts for a Hyperbloom Trigger Character?
The 4-piece Flower of Paradise Lost artifact set is generally considered the best for Hyperbloom trigger characters like Kuki Shinobu. This set provides a significant boost to EM and Hyperbloom damage. Alternatively, you can use the 4-piece Gilded Dreams set for a similar EM and attack-based buff. The primary focus of your artifacts should be EM, EM, and EM for the main stats of sands, goblet, and circlet respectively.
3. What Weapons are Best for Hyperbloom?
For Hyperbloom trigger characters, you’ll want weapons with a high EM stat. Good F2P (free-to-play) options include Iron Sting and Toukabo Shigure. Xiphos’ Moonlight is another good option with more utility. Weapons that give EM and energy recharge are especially helpful.
4. Can Anemo Characters Trigger Hyperbloom?
Yes, Anemo characters can trigger Hyperbloom if they swirl Electro onto Dendro Cores. When Anemo characters like Sucrose or Kazuha swirl electro onto a dendro core, the EM of that specific anemo character triggering the swirl counts towards hyperbloom damage. So, focus on maximizing their EM.
5. Does Electro Damage Bonus Increase Hyperbloom Damage?
No, Electro damage bonuses do not increase Hyperbloom damage. As a transformative reaction, Hyperbloom only scales with level, EM, and the target’s Dendro resistance. The electro damage bonus will only apply to the Electro characters abilities but not to the hyperbloom damage.
6. How Does Dendro Resistance Affect Hyperbloom Damage?
Dendro resistance of the target decreases the damage of Hyperbloom. The lower the Dendro resistance, the higher the damage inflicted by Hyperbloom. It is similar to other damage types; enemies with naturally higher dendro resistance will take less damage.
7. Is Hyperbloom a Single-Target or AoE Reaction?
Hyperbloom has a small AoE (Area of Effect). When triggered, the Dendro core transforms into a homing projectile that hits an enemy, dealing damage in a 1-meter radius, affecting both enemies and players close by. It is not as efficient for large packs of enemies as some other reactions.
8. Can Hyperbloom Damage the Player?
Yes, Hyperbloom can damage the player if they are close to the explosion. Be mindful of your positioning, especially when dealing with many dendro cores.
9. Who Is the Best Hyperbloom Trigger Character?
Kuki Shinobu is often considered the best 4-star Hyperbloom trigger character due to her Electro application, healing, and relatively easy build. Raiden Shogun can also trigger it, but you often need to build her hybrid for damage and EM.
10. Is Hyperbloom the Strongest Reaction?
Hyperbloom is considered one of the strongest reactions due to its consistent high damage, but whether it’s the “strongest” depends on the context of the team and situation. It is particularly effective for single-target or a small group of enemies.
11. What Is the Best Hydro Applicator for Hyperbloom?
Many Hydro characters work well for hyperbloom. Some of the best include Yelan, Xingqiu, and Mona. These characters offer consistent off-field Hydro application, allowing Dendro cores to be created quickly, creating a setup for Hyperbloom triggers.
12. Is Hyperbloom Better Than Aggravate?
This depends on the situation. Hyperbloom is generally stronger for single targets, while Aggravate relies on specific characters and team compositions. Hyperbloom excels in situations where the enemies are in a close proximity to each other, whereas Aggravate benefits more from grouping.
13. Is Hyperbloom Better Than Nilou Bloom?
Nilou Bloom can potentially deal more damage with her signature team composition and C2, but it requires significant investment and is more limited to a specific team comp. Hyperbloom is more versatile and easier to build for consistently high damage.
14. Does Hydro Need EM for Hyperbloom Teams?
Hydro characters in a Hyperbloom team do not specifically need EM; they are mainly there to apply Hydro. The EM of your Electro trigger character is the one that determines Hyperbloom damage. Focus on energy recharge or HP on your Hydro characters.
15. Why is Fischl not a Good Hyperbloom Trigger?
Fischl is not an efficient Hyperbloom trigger because her Electro application is not as consistent or targeted as Kuki Shinobu, and her on field application of electro is often slower than an electro character that can apply it off field. Fischl also requires building ATK and Electro damage, rather than EM, so her hyperbloom damage will suffer.