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Last Updated on May 7, 2025 by Dante
Ifa is a 4-star Anemo catalyst user from Natlan, known for his deep connection to Saurian beasts and his tribal roots.
Accompanied by his companion Cacucu, Ifa supports his team with Anemo abilities that trigger Swirl reactions, enable healing, and synergize well in reaction-based teams.
His midair playstyle, mobility, and team utility make him an excellent fit for Electro-Charged and Hyperbloom compositions, especially for players seeking a flexible Anemo enabler with a unique kit.
Table of Contents
Ifa Build Guide: Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Rarity | ★★★★ |
| Element | Anemo |
| Weapon | Catalyst |
| Role | Sub-DPS / Healer / Enabler |
| Best Stat Focus | Elemental Mastery, ER, CRIT Rate |
| Best Reactions | Swirl, Electro-Charged, Hyperbloom |
Best Weapons for Ifa
Ifa benefits from catalysts that boost Elemental Mastery or Energy Recharge to maximize his reaction triggers and support potential.
| Weapon Name | Rarity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A Thousand Floating Dreams | ★★★★★ | High Elemental Mastery and team-wide buffing makes it ideal for reaction setups. |
| Sacrificial Fragments | ★★★★ | Elemental Mastery and cooldown reset help with consistent Swirl uptime. |
| The Widsith | ★★★★ | Great for burst rotations with rotating ATK/EM/Elemental DMG boosts. |
| Mappa Mare | ★★★★ | Provides Elemental DMG bonus after reactions; strong F2P option. |
| Favonius Codex | ★★★★ | Focused on Energy Recharge and team battery potential. |
Best Artifacts for Ifa
Ifa’s kit thrives when built for Elemental Mastery and Swirl reaction output. The following artifact sets offer strong synergy.
| Artifact Set Name | Effect Summary | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Viridescent Venerer | Increases Swirl damage and reduces enemy RES | Best-in-slot for full Anemo utility builds |
| Gilded Dreams | Boosts Elemental Mastery and ATK based on team | Excellent in Hyperbloom teams |
| Flower of Paradise Lost | Boosts Bloom/Hyperbloom/Burgeon reaction DMG | Strong if Ifa is the primary reaction trigger |
| 2pc EM + 2pc EM | Straightforward double Elemental Mastery set | Good fallback if you’re farming substats |
Ifa Artifact Stat Priority:
| Slot | Main Stat |
|---|---|
| Sands | Elemental Mastery |
| Goblet | Elemental Mastery |
| Circlet | Elemental Mastery or CRIT Rate |
Substat Priority:
- Elemental Mastery
- Energy Recharge
- CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Best Teams for Ifa
Ifa shines in reaction-heavy comps where he triggers or supports elemental combos through Swirl or Electro-Charged reactions.
| Team Type | Team Members | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hyperbloom | Ifa, (Dendro) Traveler, Xingqiu, Kuki Shinobu | Ifa Swirls Electro or Dendro for continuous core reactions |
| Electro-Charged | Ifa, Fischl, Kokomi, Sucrose | AoE Swirl and healing from Kokomi support reaction consistency |
| Anemo Support | Ifa, Xiangling, Bennett, Yelan | Boosts Pyro and Hydro DMG while offering swirl support |
| F2P-Friendly | Ifa, Lisa, Barbara, Collei | Simple team with Electro-Charged and Bloom potential |
Ifa Ascension & Talent Materials
Here are all the materials you’ll need to fully level and crown Ifa:
Ifa Ascension Materials:
| Ascension Phase | Mora | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20,000 | Vayuda Turquoise Sliver ×1, Saurian Claw Succulent ×3, Transoceanic Pearl ×3 |
| 2 | 40,000 | Vayuda Turquoise Fragment ×3, Saurian Claw Succulent ×10, Transoceanic Chunk ×15, Juvenile Jade ×2 |
| 3 | 60,000 | Vayuda Turquoise Fragment ×6, Saurian Claw Succulent ×20, Transoceanic Chunk ×12, Juvenile Jade ×4 |
| 4 | 80,000 | Vayuda Turquoise Chunk ×3, Saurian Claw Succulent ×30, Xenochromatic Crystal ×18, Juvenile Jade ×8 |
| 5 | 100,000 | Vayuda Turquoise Chunk ×6, Saurian Claw Succulent ×45, Xenochromatic Crystal ×12, Juvenile Jade ×12 |
| 6 | 120,000 | Vayuda Turquoise Gemstone ×6, Saurian Claw Succulent ×60, Xenochromatic Crystal ×24, Juvenile Jade ×20 |
Ifa Talent Materials:
| Talent Level | Mora | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 12,500 | Teachings of Equity ×3, Transoceanic Pearl ×6 |
| 3 | 17,500 | Guide to Equity ×2, Transoceanic Chunk ×3 |
| 4 | 25,000 | Guide to Equity ×4, Transoceanic Chunk ×4 |
| 5 | 30,000 | Guide to Equity ×6, Transoceanic Chunk ×6 |
| 6 | 37,500 | Guide to Equity ×9, Transoceanic Chunk ×9 |
| 7 | 120,000 | Philosophies of Equity ×4, Xenochromatic Crystal ×4, Everamber ×1 |
| 8 | 260,000 | Philosophies of Equity ×6, Xenochromatic Crystal ×6, Everamber ×1 |
| 9 | 450,000 | Philosophies of Equity ×12, Xenochromatic Crystal ×9, Everamber ×2 |
| 10 | 700,000 | Philosophies of Equity ×16, Xenochromatic Crystal ×12, Everamber ×2, Crown ×1 |
Ifa Base Stats (Lv. 90)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| HP | 10,870 |
| ATK | 210 |
| DEF | 620 |
| Elemental Mastery Bonus | 24.0% |
Ifa Constellations:
| Level | Name | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| C1 | Soaring Winds | Ifa remains in mid-air 2 seconds longer and Swirl damage is increased by 20%. |
| C2 | Taming the Tempest | Using Burst increases healing effectiveness by 25% for 10s. |
| C3 | Breath of Natlan | Increases Elemental Skill level by 3. |
| C4 | Healing Cyclone | Swirl reactions heal the lowest HP ally for 10% of Ifa’s max HP. |
| C5 | Rites of the Stormcaller | Increases Elemental Burst level by 3. |
| C6 | Cacucu’s Blessing | While hovering, Ifa’s CRIT Rate increases by 15% and his reactions deal 30% more. |
How to Play Ifa Effectively
Use Ifa’s Elemental Skill to hover mid-air and apply AoE Anemo damage while spreading elements with Swirl. His Burst offers large AoE damage and reaction setup, so maintain high Energy Recharge.
Pair him with Dendro or Electro characters to make full use of Hyperbloom or Electro-Charged chains. Focus on quickswap rotations and reaction uptime.
Is Ifa Worth Pulling?
Ifa is absolutely worth pulling for players looking to strengthen reaction-focused teams.
His midair mobility, Anemo support, and built-in healing utility make him one of the most versatile 4-star characters in recent updates.
Ifa Build Guide: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the best Ifa build?
Use 4-piece Viridescent Venerer or Gilded Dreams with full Elemental Mastery stats for optimal reaction support.
Which catalyst should I use for Ifa?
A Thousand Floating Dreams is ideal. Sacrificial Fragments and Mappa Mare are strong 4-star alternatives.
What teams does Ifa work best in?
Ifa excels in Hyperbloom, Electro-Charged, and Anemo support teams alongside characters like Fischl, Nahida, and Xingqiu.
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