Getting Ready for Skirk in Genshin Impact
Skirk has finally joined the Genshin Impact roster, and building her the right way can make a massive difference in how she performs. Whether you're aiming to max her out at level 90 or just want to prep the best artifact set and weapon combo, this guide walks you through everything. From collecting ascension materials to fine-tuning her stats with the right gear, we’ll help you get Skirk fully prepared for your team.
Now that Skirk is playable, it’s important to understand her unique mechanics, her resource needs, and what build options make the most of her strengths. This guide covers farming materials, choosing artifacts, comparing weapon options, and finalizing her setup for both damage and synergy with other characters.
Ascending Skirk to Level 90: Materials Checklist
To start building Skirk, you’ll want to focus on getting her to level 90. The core ascension material is Skysplit Gymbloom. If you’ve already got a stockpile—say around 60+—you’re off to a good start. However, keep in mind it’s not clear yet if you can collect all 100 needed right away, so you may need to return to farming over time.
In addition to Gymblooms, make sure you have the following: Cogs of Harmony in gray, green, and blue forms. You’ll need about 100 green cogs total, and converting from lower-tier ones is a time-efficient approach. For gold materials, you only need six in total, so converting a few higher-tier mats can get you there quickly. Once you have these, you're almost done with her basic ascension.
Boss Farming and Insnaring Gaze Drops
Skirk requires Insnaring Gaze drops to ascend, which means fighting the required boss repeatedly. You’ll need a total of 46 Insnaring Gazes. The fight is pretty straightforward, but make sure you're familiar with your team rotation to save time. Using characters with burst-heavy damage can speed things up.
There might be some confusion about mechanics—like whether tapping or holding abilities affects mobility—but once you get a feel for the fight, you'll be able to farm quickly. It's helpful to track how many Insnaring Gaze drops you've collected after each run, and you'll usually only need a few more after a good farming session.
Artifact Farming and Inventory Management Tips
Once Skirk is ready to ascend, it’s time to focus on her artifact set. Before doing that, it’s worth clearing out your inventory. Artifact space runs out fast, especially if you’re hoarding older four-star pieces. Even after cleaning, many players end up with 2,000+ artifacts—so keep what has strong substats and start trimming the rest.
For Skirk, look for five-star artifacts with key stats like Crit Rate, Crit Damage, and ATK%. You don’t need Energy Recharge, as Skirk doesn’t rely on energy for her abilities. Prioritize pieces with double crit stats and an ATK% main stat. Avoid rolling into undesirable subs like flat HP or DEF if you can help it.
Choosing the Right Artifact Set for Skirk
Currently, Skirk scales similarly to standard DPS units, so you’ll want to emphasize Crit Damage first, then ATK%, followed by Crit Rate. Ideal artifact combinations include pieces with double crit stats and minimal wasted rolls. For instance, a piece with Crit Rate, Crit Damage, and ATK% is worth leveling, even if one substat is flat.
In terms of full sets, Hunter's Path can be a solid choice—especially if you're already farming it for another character like Verissa. While not essential, it offers a significant damage bonus to both normal and burst attacks. Just keep in mind: it’s a good idea to prioritize artifact substats over forcing a complete set if your best pieces are scattered.
Best Artifact Main Stats and Substat Priorities
When choosing your artifact main stats, aim for an ATK% Sands, a Cryo Damage Bonus Goblet, and a Crit Damage or Crit Rate Circlet, depending on your overall stat balance. If you already have a strong ATK% Goblet with ideal substats, that can be a good off-piece. The same goes for Circlets—prioritize stats over strict set bonuses if needed.
Substat rolls are always hit or miss, but for Skirk, you’ll want at least three good substats on each piece. Crit Rate and Crit Damage are must-haves, with ATK% as a strong third. Avoid Energy Recharge and flat stats, which won’t benefit her. Artifacts with strong rolls into Crit or ATK are worth investing resources in—even if the fourth substat isn't perfect.
Balancing Crit Stats for Maximum Damage
Skirk benefits most from high Crit Damage, though maintaining a healthy Crit Rate (around 60–70%) is still important for consistency. If you’re using supports like Fina, who can provide Crit Rate bonuses, you might be able to lean more into Crit Damage. Use that support synergy to your advantage when evaluating substat rolls.
Some of the best-performing builds will have high Crit Damage ratios—often over 200%—combined with solid ATK and Cryo bonuses. It’s not necessary to hit those exact numbers right away, but keep aiming to improve with each artifact upgrade. Over time, as you gather better gear, your stats will align naturally.
Skirk’s Best Weapons – 4-Star and Event Options
While Skirk’s signature weapon is ideal, there are strong 4-star alternatives worth considering, especially if you're still waiting to pull her exclusive sword. One top pick is the event-exclusive Sword of Depths, which boosts Normal and Charged Attack Crit Rate by 16%. With good base ATK and a Crit Rate passive, it’s a reliable placeholder weapon.
Another solid option is the Battle Pass sword, offering a flat 40% Normal Attack buff—excellent for a damage-dealer like Skirk. Even forgeable weapons with ATK% passives can be used temporarily if you’re tight on resources. It’s important not to over-invest in temporary gear though, especially if you're planning to pull her signature weapon soon.
Weapon Stats That Actually Matter for Skirk
For Skirk, weapons with high base ATK and Crit-related passives perform the best. Ignore Energy Recharge completely—she doesn’t benefit from it. Crit Rate and Crit Damage, or any form of ATK boosting (flat or percentage), should be your top priorities when selecting a sword.
The Black Sword is another fallback option. While not her best, it provides Crit Rate and some healing on crits, which can help survivability in tougher content. Ultimately, any weapon that reinforces her strengths—burst damage and normal attacks—will work until you secure her signature weapon.
Talent Leveling and Book Farming Schedule
To max out Skirk’s potential, you’ll want to raise her talents—especially her Normal Attack and Burst. Unfortunately, you might not always have access to the right talent books, so plan around the domain schedule. If they aren’t open on your server’s current day, mark Sunday as your farming day since all books are available then.
For now, aim to get at least two talents to level 8, which is a strong stopping point before crowning. You’ll need a mix of green, blue, and gold talent books, along with boss materials like Insnaring Gaze and weekly drops. If you’ve been saving fragile resin or have condensed resin ready, this is the time to use it.
Artifact Optimization Strategy Going Forward
Even after setting up a full 5-piece set, you'll probably continue refining Skirk’s build. With limited inventory space and random rolls, artifact farming is a long-term process. Sort your inventory regularly, and only keep pieces that align with Skirk’s stat priorities.
Consider keeping the Hunter’s Path set as your primary farming domain if you also use characters like Verissa, as it can benefit them too. This approach saves time and resin. Remember, perfect stats aren't needed on day one—start with high potential pieces, then gradually replace them as you farm better substats.
Final Thoughts – Ready for Skirk’s Full Potential
With Skirk's ascension complete, materials gathered, talents raised, and artifacts optimized, you're more than ready to deploy her effectively in your Genshin Impact team. While farming the perfect gear can take time, her core setup is straightforward and highly rewarding once completed.
Make sure to monitor weekly resets, resin usage, and upcoming banners to keep refining her build. With the right weapon and support synergy, Skirk will shine as a high-performing DPS character. Stick to these prep strategies and you’ll see her full power in no time.
FAQ – Skirk Build & Preparation Tips
Q: What’s the best artifact set for Skirk?
A: The Hunter’s Path set is ideal, offering boosts to normal and burst damage. Mix and match if substats are better on off-pieces.
Q: Does Skirk need Energy Recharge?
A: No. Skirk doesn’t benefit from ER due to her unique ability kit. Prioritize Crit Damage and ATK% instead.
Q: What are the best substats for Skirk?
A: Crit Rate, Crit Damage, and ATK% are your top three. Avoid Energy Recharge and flat stats.
Q: What’s a good 4-star weapon for her?
A: Sword of Depths (event weapon) or the Battle Pass sword both work well. Black Sword is a decent fallback.
Q: Can I prepare all her materials in advance?
A: Almost. You’ll need to farm talent books based on the schedule, but most ascension mats can be collected early.
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