Best Sanhua Build Guide 2026
Complete build guide for the Glacio Sword Sub-DPS
Glacio
Sub-DPS
Sword
A-Tier
📅 Updated: June 2026
🎮 Version: 2.0+
⏱️ Reading time: 8 min
1. Character Overview
Sanhua is a 4-star Glacio Sword Sub-DPS and one of the best 4-star characters in the game. She provides excellent off-field Glacio damage through her marks and works well in quickswap teams. Every player should build her.
Why Build Sanhua?
- Unique Glacio Mark mechanic: Sets Sanhua apart with a distinctive playstyle that rewards mastery.
- Strong Glacio damage: Consistent glacio-element damage output for Glacio teams.
- Versatile team builder: Fits into multiple team compositions as sub-dps.
- Scales well with investment: Performance improves significantly with proper build and Resonance Chains.
Role in Team
Primary sub-dps in Glacio-focused teams. Sanhua excels when paired with characters who can support her glacio mark mechanic and amplify her glacio damage output. Her kit synergizes well with both quick-swap and sustained combat rotations.
2. Best Build
Weapons
BEST IN SLOT
Sword of Night
Night | Sword
Best 4-star sword. ATK% buffs.
ALT 5-STAR
Lunar Cutter
Cutter | Sword
Crit Rate substat.
ALT 5-STAR
Emerald of Genesis
Genesis | Sword
Craftable.
Echoes (Sonata Effects)
Freezing Frost (5pc)
2-piece: Glacio DMG +10%
5-piece: When hitting a target with Glacio Frazzle, increase Crit Rate by 10% and grant 30% Glacio DMG Bonus, lasting for 10s.
Main Echo: Freezing (or Alternative Echo) — provides Glacio DMG Bonus and ATK% buffs.
Substats Priority
| Priority | Stat | Importance |
| 1 | CRIT Rate | Essential |
| 2 | CRIT DMG | Essential |
| 3 | ATK% | High |
| 4 | Glacio DMG Bonus | Medium |
| 5 | Energy Regen | Low-Medium |
Target Stats
- ATK: 2,200 - 2,500+
- Crit Rate: 60% - 70%
- Crit DMG: 250% - 280%
- Energy Regen: 110% - 120%
- Glacio DMG Bonus: 40% - 60%
3. Skill Analysis
Resonance Skill Priority: HIGHEST
Core mark application.
Level this first for maximum damage output.
Forte Circuit Priority: High
Mark enhancement.
Important secondary priority after main skills.
Resonance Liberation Priority: High
Burst DMG.
Important secondary priority after main skills.
Intro Skill Priority: Medium
Entry mark.
Level after primary skills are maxed.
Normal Attack Priority: Low
On-field.
Lowest priority, level last.
Skill Level Priority
Resonance Skill > Forte Circuit > Resonance Liberation > Intro Skill > Normal Attack
4. Team Compositions
Sanhua excels in teams that can support her glacio mark mechanic and amplify her glacio damage. She works best with characters who provide healing, buffs, or complementary elemental reactions.
F2P Core
Sanhua (Main DPS) Jiyan (Sub-DPS) Baizhi (Healer/Support)
Classic free team.
Glacio
Sanhua (Main DPS) Carlotta (Sub-DPS) Verina (Healer/Support)
Double Glacio.
Rotation Tips
- Start with support/healer: Cast Resonance Skill to apply buffs, build Concerto Energy.
- Swap to sub-DPS: Apply elemental reactions and generate Concerto.
- Swap to Sanhua (Intro): Apply Glacio Frazzle and gain initial buffs.
- Build resources: Use Normal Attacks and Skills to build energy/buffs.
- Cast Liberation: Unleash burst damage at optimal timing.
- Maintain DPS: Continue attacking during buff windows.
- Swap out: Trigger Outro skill, switch to support to restart cycle.
Tip: Always time your Liberation with full buffs for maximum damage output. Maintain Glacio Frazzle on enemies for consistent damage.
5. Resonance Chain (Sequence Nodes)
S1
First Light: Mark duration +3s
S2
Radiant Power: Glacio DMG +15%
S3
Ascended Might: Mark DMG +25%
S4
Golden Grace: Skill CD -1.5s
S5
Crown of Glory: Liberation DMG +20%
S6
Eternal Legacy: Marks explode for 200% ATK
Worth Pulling?
S1 and S2 provide the biggest power spikes. S6 is powerful but luxury. S0 Sanhua is already a solid character. S2 is the sweet spot for most players. S3 and S5 provide massive damage spikes. S6 is whale territory but transforms Sanhua into the highest tier character.
6. Upgrade Materials
Materials needed to ascend Sanhua to 6✦ and level all main skills to 10:
Ascension Materials (0✦ → 6✦)
Shell Credit170,000
Frost Crystal46
Ice Core60
LF Whisperin Core4
MF Whisperin Core12
HF Whisperin Core12
FF Whisperin Core4
Skill Materials (All Main Skills to 10)
Shell Credit630,000
Waveworn Residue 2263
Waveworn Residue 23516
Waveworn Residue 23912
MF Whisperin Core3
HF Whisperin Core16
FF Whisperin Core12
Sentinel's Dagger6
Total Shell Credits Needed
~800,000 Shell Credits total for full ascension + all skills. Start saving early!
7. Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sanhua worth building without her signature weapon?
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Yes. Sanhua performs well with F2P alternatives. Emerald of Genesis is the best free-to-play option. Her damage primarily comes from her kit and glacio mark mechanic, not just the weapon.
What is the minimum Resonance Chain needed?
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S0 is completely viable for all content. S2 provides the best value for most players. S3 and S5 offer significant damage spikes. S6 is luxury but provides the highest DPS ceiling.
What substats should I prioritize?
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Priority: CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK%. Focus on Crit Rate to reach 60-70% first, then Crit DMG, then ATK%.
What team composition is best for F2P players?
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Double Glacio.
Should I pull for Sanhua?
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If you need a strong sub-dps for your glacio team, Sanhua is worth pulling. She is a solid S-tier character that performs well at S0 and scales nicely with investment.
Disclaimer: Build recommendations are based on official game data and community testing as of Version 2.0. Game updates may change character balance, echo sets, and optimal builds. Always verify in-game before investing rare resources. Last updated: June 2026.