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If you want Boothill to hit insanely hard, you need to push his Break Effect to at least 200%. That’s where the real damage starts popping off. You’ll get the most out of Boothill when you level him up, max his traces, and pick Relics like Thief of Shooting Meteor or Watchmaker, Master of Dream Machinations. For Light Cones, options like Cruising in the Stellar Sea or Sleep Like the Dead can boost his stats even more.

• Lingsha needs 200% Break Effect for max ATK and healing, so Boothill follows the same rule for top damage.

• Relics and Light Cones give extra Break Effect and crit buffs, making your Boothill Build Guide a true powerhouse.

Boothill Build Guide

Build Overview

When you start building Boothill, you want to focus on Break Effect first. This stat makes Boothill’s damage skyrocket, especially when you push it to 200% or higher. Speed comes next. You want Boothill to act fast and break enemies before they can hit back. CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG also matter, but they scale with Break Effect thanks to Boothill’s unique abilities.

Here’s a quick look at the core stats you should aim for:

You want to prioritize Break Effect and Speed in your relics and substats. Try to keep Boothill’s Speed at 145 or higher. This activates special effects from Planar Ornaments like Talia. For relics, Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge works great because it boosts Break Effect even more.

Tip: Always check your stats after equipping new gear. Sometimes a small change can push your Break Effect over 200%, which gives you a big damage boost.

Break Effect Importance

Break Effect is the heart of the Boothill Build Guide. When you break an enemy’s shield, Break Effect makes your damage explode. During a Weakness Break, you deal 100% of your Break damage instead of the usual 90%. That means every point of Break Effect gives you more value when you shatter enemy shields.

• Break Effect boosts damage during Weakness Breaks.

• Keeping enemies in a Break state delays their actions by 25%. You get more turns and take less damage.

• Higher Break Effect means you break shields faster, which helps your whole team.

• Physical and Fire Breaks have the highest multipliers, so Boothill’s Physical Breaks hit extra hard.

Boothill’s A6 trace, called Ghost Load, makes Break Effect even more important. This ability turns a percentage of your Break Effect into CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG. For every 10% Break Effect, you get 1% CRIT Rate and 5% CRIT DMG, up to 30% and 150% extra. If you reach 200% Break Effect, you get a huge boost to both stats.

You should always level up Boothill and max his traces. This unlocks his full Break Effect scaling and lets you take advantage of his powerful A6 ability. When you follow the Boothill Build Guide and focus on Break Effect, you’ll see his damage numbers go through the roof.

Light Cones

Best Light Cone Choices

Picking the right Light Cone can make Boothill a real powerhouse. His signature Light Cone, Sailing Towards A Second Life, stands out as the top pick. This Light Cone boosts Break Effect by 60%. It also lets Boothill ignore 20% of the enemy’s defense when he deals Break Damage. If you reach 150% Break Effect or more, you get a 12% Speed boost. These effects work together to help Boothill break shields faster and hit much harder.

You might want to see how other Light Cones compare. Here’s a quick table to help you:

Signature vs. Alternatives

You should always try to use Boothill’s signature Light Cone if you have it. It gives the highest Break Effect and adds extra damage by letting Boothill ignore enemy defenses. This Light Cone also makes Boothill faster, so he can act more often in battle. No other Light Cone matches this level of power for his build.

If you do not have his signature Light Cone, you still have some good options. Long Road Leads Home and Ninjutsu Inscription: Dazzling Evilbreaker both give a big Break Effect boost. After the Charmony Fall and Indelible Promise also help, but their Break Effect is lower. These alternatives work well if you want to follow the Boothill Build Guide but do not have the top Light Cone yet.

Tip: Free-to-play players can use these alternatives until they get Boothill’s signature Light Cone. Always check if your Light Cone boosts Break Effect, since this is the main stat for Boothill’s damage.

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Relics and Ornaments

Best Relic Sets

You want Boothill to break shields fast and hit hard. The best way to do this is by picking relic sets that boost Break Effect. Two top choices stand out:

• Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge:

  • 2-piece: Increases Break Effect by 16%.

  • 4-piece: Lets Boothill ignore 10% of the enemy’s DEF when his Break Effect is 150% or higher.

• Thief of Shooting Meteor:

  • 2-piece: Increases Break Effect by 16%.

  • 4-piece: Adds another 16% Break Effect and gives 3 energy when you break an enemy’s shield.

Both sets help you reach that 200% Break Effect goal. If you want more energy for Boothill’s skills, Thief of Shooting Meteor is a great pick. If you want to ignore enemy defense, Iron Cavalry is your go-to.

Main Stats and Substats

To get the most out of Boothill, you need the right stats on each relic part. Here’s a quick table to help you remember what to look for:

For substats, always look for Break Effect and Speed first. If you get extra ATK%, CRIT Rate, or CRIT DMG, that’s a nice bonus. Try to keep Break Effect above 150% at all times. When you go over 150%, Boothill can ignore some enemy defense, which makes his Break Damage even better.

Tip: Speed is just as important as Break Effect. If you reach 145 Speed, you unlock extra bonuses from some Planar Ornaments.

Planar Ornaments

Planar Ornaments give Boothill even more power. The best choice is Talia: Kingdom of Banditry. This set gives you 20% more Break Effect if your Speed is at least 145. That’s a huge boost and helps you reach the 200% Break Effect target.

If you can’t hit 145 Speed, try Firmament Frontline: Glamoth. This set increases Boothill’s Attack and Damage when his Speed is at least 135 or 160. It’s a solid backup if you need more damage and can’t reach the Speed needed for Talia.

The Boothill Build Guide at Bahomu always comes back to one thing: stack Break Effect and Speed. When you do, Boothill will break shields faster and deal insane damage.

Team Comps

Best Teammates

Making a strong team for Boothill helps a lot. You need teammates who boost his Break Effect. They should also keep him healthy and help break shields faster. Here are some of the best choices:

You can pick any mix of these characters. Ruan Mei is great because she boosts Boothill’s Break Effect. She also keeps enemies broken longer. Gallagher is good if you want more healing and Break Damage. Bronya or Sparkle help Boothill get more turns. This lets him break shields before enemies recover.

Synergy Tips

Your team should work together so Boothill does well. Try these ideas from our team synergy guide to make your lineup better:

• Pair Boothill with buffers like Ruan Mei or Harmony Trailblazer. They boost his Break Effect and Speed. This helps Boothill break shields faster and hit harder.

• Use healers like Gallagher or Natasha. They keep Boothill alive and ready to attack. Gallagher also boosts the Break Damage enemies take. This stacks with Boothill’s own power.

• Add a debuffer like Silver Wolf or Pela. They lower enemy defenses. This makes Boothill’s Break attacks even stronger.

• Aim for at least one teammate who can boost Speed. Asta or Sparkle help Boothill take more turns. More turns mean more chances to break shields.

Tip: If you want Boothill to do huge damage, pick teammates who boost Break Effect, Speed, or Break Damage. The right support can make Boothill a shield-breaking machine!

Skills and Traces

Priority Upgrades

If you want Boothill to hit his hardest, you need to focus on the right skills and traces. Not all upgrades give the same boost. Some make Boothill much stronger, while others help only a little. Here’s a quick table to show you which ones matter most:

You should always max Boothill’s Talent and Ultimate first. These two skills give the biggest boost to his Break Damage. His Talent lets you stack up Pocket Trickshots, which means more damage when you break an enemy’s shield. His Ultimate does a lot at once. It adds Physical Weakness, delays the enemy, and hits hard. When you upgrade these, Boothill becomes a real threat.

Tip: Don’t forget about his Enhanced Basic ATK. It gets much stronger with more Pocket Trickshot stacks, so leveling it up helps too.

Talent and Ultimate Focus

Boothill’s Talent and Ultimate are the heart of his kit. His Talent increases damage to Weakness Broken targets. The more Pocket Trickshot stacks you have, the higher the damage. His Ultimate is special. It not only deals big damage, but also makes enemies weak to Physical attacks and slows them down. This gives Boothill and your team more time to attack.

When you upgrade Boothill’s traces, you unlock his A6 ability. This is where things get wild. The A6 trace turns your Break Effect into extra CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG. If you reach 300% Break Effect, you get up to 30% more CRIT Rate and 150% more CRIT DMG. That’s a huge jump in power!

Here’s a quick look at how his Eidolons and A6 trace help:

If you want Boothill to break shields and deal insane damage, always max his Talent and Ultimate first. Then, work on his traces and aim for that A6 ability. You’ll see his numbers go way up!

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Advanced Tips

Playstyle

You want Boothill to shine in every fight. Start by stacking up Pocket Trickshot as much as you can. Each stack boosts your Enhanced Basic Attack, making it break shields faster. When you enter Standoff, you get 10 Energy every time you gain a Pocket Trickshot. This helps you use your Ultimate more often.

Try to keep Boothill’s Speed high. If you use Light Cones like Sailing Towards a Second Life, you get a big Break Effect boost and even more Speed when you hit 150% Break Effect. That means Boothill acts first and breaks shields before enemies can react. Other Light Cones, like Cruising in the Stellar Sea or Swordplay, also help by raising your CRIT Rate or stacking damage on the same target.

Here’s a quick table to show how some Light Cones can change your playstyle:

Tip: Focus on one enemy at a time. Boothill’s damage stacks up when you keep hitting the same target, especially with Swordplay.

Mistakes to Avoid

Some mistakes can really hold Boothill back. Watch out for these common errors:

• Ignoring Break Effect: If you don’t push Break Effect to at least 200%, Boothill’s damage drops fast.

• Low Speed: Boothill needs to act quickly. If his Speed falls below 145, you miss out on big bonuses from relics and Light Cones.

• Wasting Pocket Trickshot stacks: Don’t use Enhanced Basic Attack before you have enough stacks. More stacks mean more shield-breaking power.

• Wrong Light Cone: Some Light Cones look strong but don’t boost Break Effect. Always check the stats before you equip one.

• Forgetting Standoff: Standoff gives you extra Energy with Pocket Trickshot. Use this to charge your Ultimate faster.

Remember: Keep Boothill fast, stack up Break Effect, and use your skills at the right time. You’ll see his Break Damage go through the roof!

You want Boothill to hit his hardest? Focus on Break Effect—aim for 200% or more. Use his signature Light Cone, Sailing Towards A Second Life, for a huge 60% Break Effect boost and defense ignore. Pick relics like Thief of Shooting Meteor and Talia: Kingdom of Banditry for even more power. For more tips, check out the community on Reddit.

• Key stats: Break Effect, SPD, CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate

• Best team: Boothill, Harmony Trailblazer, Ruan Mei, Gallagher

Try different team comps and gear. When you get everything right, Boothill’s Break Effect damage will blow you away! 🚀

FAQ

How much Break Effect do I really need on Boothill?

You want at least 200% Break Effect. This unlocks Boothill’s best damage and gives you big boosts from his traces and Light Cone. If you can go higher, that’s even better!

What relic set should I farm first for Boothill?

Start with Thief of Shooting Meteor. It gives you Break Effect and energy. If you get Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge pieces, try those too. Both sets work great for Boothill.

Can I use Boothill without his signature Light Cone?

Yes, you can! Use Long Road Leads Home or Ninjutsu Inscription: Dazzling Evilbreaker for high Break Effect. Free-to-play options like After the Charmony Fall also help. Just focus on Break Effect bonuses.

Who is Boothill’s best teammate?

Ruan Mei stands out as the top pick. She boosts Break Effect and keeps enemies broken longer. Gallagher and Harmony Trailblazer also work well. Try different combos to see what fits your team. At Bahomu, we suggest checking the wiki for detailed character synergies.

Should I focus on Speed or Break Effect first?

Break Effect comes first. You need it for Boothill’s main damage. Once you hit 200%, start stacking Speed. Speed helps you act more often and unlocks extra bonuses from relics and ornaments.

Tip: Always check your stats after upgrades. Small changes can make a big difference!