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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

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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?

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

PriorityStatImportance
1CRIT RateEssential
2CRIT DMGEssential
3ATK%High
4Glacio DMG BonusMedium
5Energy RegenLow-Medium

Target Stats

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

  1. Start with support/healer: Cast Resonance Skill to apply buffs, build Concerto Energy.
  2. Swap to sub-DPS: Apply elemental reactions and generate Concerto.
  3. Swap to Sanhua (Intro): Apply Glacio Frazzle and gain initial buffs.
  4. Build resources: Use Normal Attacks and Skills to build energy/buffs.
  5. Cast Liberation: Unleash burst damage at optimal timing.
  6. Maintain DPS: Continue attacking during buff windows.
  7. 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?
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?
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?
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?
Double Glacio.
Should I pull for Sanhua?
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.

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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.