Mavuika: A New Pyro Archon in Genshin Impact 5.3

Mavuika is one of four new characters coming in Version 5.3, alongside Citlali and others. As a 5-star Pyro unit, she is rumored to be a hybrid DPS/sub-DPS with a powerful skillset.

Drip marketing and beta leaks confirm her design and elemental affinity, exciting fans about her potential synergy with her signature weapon.

A Thousand Blazing Suns: Weapon Details

Stats

• Base ATK: 741 (at Level 90)
• Sub-stat: CRIT Rate (11% at Level 90)

Weapon Skill: Sacred Flame’s Blessing

• Buff Activation:
  • Triggered when using Elemental Skill or Burst.
  • Increases CRIT DMG by 24% and ATK by 32% for 6 seconds.
• Duration Extension:
  • Normal/Charged Attacks extend the Blessing’s duration by 2 seconds (maximum 6 seconds).
• Special Effect: Buffs are increased by 50% in the Nightsoul’s Blessing state.
• Off-Field Advantage: Buff duration does not decrease when the user is off-field, making it ideal for sub-DPS roles.

Why This Weapon Is Special

For Sub-DPS Characters

The off-field retention of buffs makes A Thousand Blazing Suns a standout choice for characters who rotate in briefly to unleash skills and bursts. Mavuika, with her rumored off-field Pyro DMG capabilities, could benefit greatly.

Other Compatible Characters:

• Beidou
• Chongyun
• Dehya
• Navia (as sub-DPS)

For Main DPS Characters

Its high base ATK and CRIT Rate sub-stat make it versatile for claymore-wielding DPS units. The offensive buffs from the Blessing skill add significant damage potential.

Notable Characters:

• Diluc
• Eula
• Razor
• Freminet
• Kinich (Dendro DPS with synergy for Nightsoul’s Blessing)
• Kaveh (despite being more Elemental Mastery-focused)

Community Reactions and Expectations

While the weapon’s design and buffs seem overpowered, it’s crucial to remember that these are beta leaks. Adjustments to its stats or skill effects may occur before the final release.

Fans are also speculating on how A Thousand Blazing Suns will impact team compositions and banner strategies, especially given the rumored changes to banners in Version 5.3.

Final Thoughts

If the leaks are accurate, A Thousand Blazing Suns could become the best claymore in the game, redefining how sub-DPS and DPS claymore users are built. It’s a versatile weapon tailored for Mavuika but equally effective for other top-tier claymore characters.

However, players should approach these leaks cautiously, as beta content is subject to change before the update’s official release on January 1, 2025.