Genshin Impact: The best 3-star weapons in the game

Genshin Impact has a large variety of weapons that adapt to different situations. Typically, most players would like to opt for a 4 or 5 star weapon, as they have stronger stats and passives. Unfortunately, with the way the gacha game is, there are times when you will have to go for a weaker choice.

While 3-star weapons are at the bottom of the usability barrel, there are actually some weaker caliber weapons that are usable for many characters. And in some situations, there are actually some 3-star weapons that outperform 4 or 5-star weapons. For example, did you know that Albedo's best slot weapon is widely recognized as a 3-star weapon?

Another advantage of a 3-star weapon is its commonality, which makes them easy to refine and fully optimize. You will collect 3 stars like crazy as you try to summon stronger characters or weapons, which means it will be quite easy to get them to the maximum of refinements. As a result, all 3-star weapons listed are considered with the greatest possible refinement.

Here are the best 3-star weapons in the game, not listed in any particular order:

black tassel

As the prevalence of Pole-Weapon characters increasing HP, the value of this weapon increases as a niche build path. Characters who scale HP in Genshin Impact use shields, such as Zhongli and the upcoming Thoma. As a result, you can use black tassel to upgrade your shields by sacrificing damage.

This is because the Black Tassel has a main stat that increases HP%. You are simply using this weapon as a means of strengthening your shields. Unfortunately, the Black Tassel has a useless passive, so the weapon really has no other use. But if you want a Zhongli shield that is truly indestructible, the Black Tassel is actually your best bet.

Messenger of the dawn

Harbinger of Dawn is indeed an extremely strong option for sword-wielding characters that function as off-screen DPS. The weapon provides an incredible amount of stats, giving a maximum of 46,9% critical damage and 28% critical rate. It would be positive on a 4-star weapon, and the fact that it is on a 3-star weapon is shocking.

There is a caveat, however. Your character must have more than 90% HP, otherwise the 28% critical rate passive will not work. This is why this weapon is useful for off-field DPS, who can easily get in and avoid damage. I am reminded of Albedo, who can set his Elemental Ability and immediately shut down. Other characters who can use this weapon well are Keqing (as an Elemental Burst focused DPS) or Xingqiu.

(Note, as corrosion becomes a more prevalent mechanic in the game, this weapon's value may decrease in the future.)

Magic guide

The Magical Guide provides a lot of Elemental Mastery as its sub-stat, reaching a maximum of 187 extra EM. As it happens, there are quite a few Catalyst users who want to take advantage of Elemental Mastery, making it a suitable stat stick.

Sucrose, for example, uses Elemental Mastery for its support skills. Lisa can also use the Magic Guide as a DPS character that focuses on Elemental Reactions such as Overload or Electrocharge.

Spada Skyrider

There are many sword-wielding characters in Genshin Impact who want to maximize their energy recharge. The Skyrider Sword is a viable option for this, adding a decent 51% energy recharge to your character.

This is ideal for characters like Xingqiu who rely on its Elemental Burst. You could also detonate this weapon on your Bennett or Jean, who also appreciate using their Elemental Burst as much as possible.

Thrilling tales of Dragon Slayer

The Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayer is an extremely powerful support weapon for Catalysts and your best option most of the time if your character is built as a support. This is due to the weapon's insane passive, which can increase a character's ATK by 48%.

Any catalyst can take advantage of this weapon. Characters who focus on support to begin with, such as Barbara or Kokomi, will appreciate this weapon more. But you can safely put this weapon on any Catalyst character and turn them into a buffer. Best of all, it's an extremely cheap item to build. It is not even necessary to level up this weapon as you are only using this weapon for passive.