The Core of His Abilities
The Abilities
Bennett’s combat prowess stems from his unique set of skills that make him a potent force on the battlefield. His kit is designed around providing damage buffs and healing to his allies, cementing his position as a premier support character.
His normal attacks, Strike of Fortune, are the most basic part of his kit. Although they do not directly contribute to his main utility, the fact that he is a sword wielder means that he can provide the player with quick, consistent attacks to apply Pyro.
His elemental skill, Passion Overload, is a charged ability with varying effects. At its base level, Bennett unleashes a quick Pyro attack. Holding the skill charges it, allowing him to perform either an upward strike dealing more damage and launching himself backward (at the first charge) or a series of explosions that deal significant Pyro damage (at the second charge). The ability to choose the level of charge and the resulting effect gives the player a degree of tactical choice, particularly useful for controlling distances and applying Pyro to enemies. The damage output and Pyro application are invaluable in many situations.
The cornerstone of Bennett’s utility, however, is his elemental burst, Fantastic Voyage. When cast, Bennett creates a circular area that offers a two-pronged buff: damage increase and healing. Inside the area, active characters receive a significant attack boost, increasing their overall damage output. Simultaneously, characters standing within the circle gain continuous healing, making them incredibly resilient in combat. This dual functionality of healing and buffing at the same time is the central reason Bennett is so highly regarded in Genshin Impact. The damage boost can be as high as 100% of Bennett’s base attack, making it extremely beneficial to any team composition.
Why He’s So Essential
Adaptability
Bennett’s true value arises from his adaptability and his ability to provide crucial support to a variety of team compositions. He excels in both offense and defense, and his easy-to-use kit makes him a welcome addition to any team, regardless of its composition.
Bennett offers a level of versatility that few other characters can match. His ability to provide consistent healing ensures the survivability of the team, while the attack buff significantly increases the damage output. This combined effect makes him a strong choice for almost any combat situation in Genshin Impact, from the Spiral Abyss to open-world exploration.
Synergy with Elemental Reactions
He seamlessly integrates with a range of elemental reactions. He is perfect for teams that use Melt, Vaporize, Overload, and even, with some careful play, Pyro-based reactions. He can be used with a wide array of characters, making him a mainstay in many players’ teams.
Bennett’s ability to buff the team’s attack, not just the damage from his own attacks, is a crucial aspect of his usefulness. This means he will benefit characters like Diluc, Ganyu, or Ayaka, as well as support characters such as Xingqiu or Yelan.
Maximizing Bennett’s Potential
Choosing the Right Weapons
Choosing the right weapon is a critical aspect of Bennett’s build. A variety of weapons can maximize his efficiency, depending on the player’s focus. Freedom-Sworn, a five-star sword, is a solid choice for its attack buff and its ability to trigger the team’s attacks. Skyward Blade, another five-star option, provides both energy recharge and critical rate, allowing Bennett to use his burst more frequently and deal a little more damage.
The Favonius Sword, a four-star sword, is a very popular and often recommended option. It offers a high energy recharge stat, and its passive ability generates energy particles for the team when Bennett lands critical hits. The energy recharge greatly increases the frequency of his ultimate ability.
The Sacrificial Sword is also an option, allowing him to reset his skill.
These weapons are essential in different situations, and selecting the right one for a player’s team will often change their play style significantly.
The Right Artifacts
Artifacts are another key element in building Bennett effectively.
The Noblesse Oblige set is almost always a great choice. With the two-piece bonus providing additional energy recharge, the player can ensure that Bennett can use his burst often.
Artifact stats are paramount. He should prioritize HP% on his sands/timepiece and healing bonus on his hat/circlet. He also benefits greatly from Energy Recharge on the sands/timepiece for a more consistent burst uptime, and sometimes ATK% on hat/circlet instead of healing bonus, to take advantage of his high base attack stat.
Navigating Strengths and Weaknesses
His Strengths
His ability to provide massive damage buffs and reliable healing are obvious assets. His flexibility in team compositions makes him a great choice for new and experienced players alike. His ease of building, both in terms of weapons and artifacts, is a huge advantage.
His Weaknesses
Bennett’s C6, the final constellation, which infuses the active character’s weapon with Pyro, can hinder certain team compositions, especially those relying on elemental reactions that cannot trigger with Pyro infusion. The duration of his burst can be relatively short.
Also, as with any character, there is some investment required to make the most of Bennett.
Bennett and the Current Gameplay Meta
Bennett is an almost universally included character in many top-tier teams within the current gameplay meta of Genshin Impact. His ability to provide both healing and attack buffs simultaneously, makes him one of the most sought-after characters in the game. His versatility and adaptability make him a staple in the Spiral Abyss, the game’s most challenging content.
His presence in the meta underscores his value. He is almost guaranteed to be used by players as they explore the game.
Conclusion: The Lucky Unlucky Adventurer
In conclusion, Bennett is a testament to the fact that a character’s value transcends their inherent luck. Despite the misfortunes that constantly plague him, his unwavering optimism and his powerful combat abilities have made him one of the most beloved and sought-after characters in Genshin Impact. His ability to provide consistent healing and massive damage buffs has cemented his position as a cornerstone of numerous team compositions, making him a valuable asset for both new and veteran players. The fact that a character with so much misfortune can be so valuable is a testament to his powerful utility, and his resilience. So, build your Bennett, equip him well, and experience the adventures of the unluckiest, yet luckiest, adventurer in Teyvat. May your Fantastic Voyage always be fantastic.
