A strong polearm can improve a character’s damage, but the Staff of Homa does more than add a large CRIT DMG stat. Its passive boosts the wielder’s HP and converts some of that HP into ATK, with an extra increase when the character’s HP is low. That combination makes it a signature weapon for Hu Tao and a flexible option for several other polearm users.
This guide explains the weapon’s level 90 stats, how its passive works, how to obtain it when it returns, and which characters can make good use of it. It also covers refinement value and practical build choices, so you can decide whether to spend wishes on Homa or keep saving for a character or weapon that better fits your account. Banner availability changes, so check the in-game Wish screen before planning around a rerun.
Staff of Homa: Weapon Stats and Passive
Staff of Homa is a five-star polearm. At level 90, it has 608 Base ATK and 66.2% CRIT DMG. Its high CRIT DMG gives a damage dealer a substantial boost, while its passive adds HP and turns a portion of the wielder’s maximum HP into ATK. HoYoWiki lists it as an Event Wish-exclusive weapon.
At Refinement Rank 1, its passive, Reckless Cinnabar, works like this:
- Increases the wielder’s Max HP by 20%.
- Adds ATK equal to 0.8% of Max HP.
- When the wielder’s HP is below 50%, adds another 1% of Max HP as ATK.
The low-HP condition is not active all the time. If the character is above half health, they still benefit from the HP increase and the regular HP-to-ATK conversion. The additional ATK applies only while the character is below 50% HP.
At Refinement Rank 5, the passive reaches 40% additional HP, 1.6% HP-to-ATK conversion and a further 1.8% conversion below half health. Refinement increases these numbers, but it requires additional copies of a limited five-star weapon. For most players, one copy is the sensible stopping point.
How Staff of Homa’s Passive Works in Practice
The passive combines three useful effects: more HP, a dependable ATK increase based on that HP, and a conditional increase when the wielder is below half health. This is why Homa can perform well on both characters who scale partly from HP and conventional ATK-scaling damage dealers. The 66.2% CRIT DMG stat also leaves more room to build CRIT Rate through artifacts.
The HP-to-ATK calculation uses the character’s total Max HP, so the passive can become more valuable on characters who already build HP. For example, Hu Tao naturally values HP because her kit converts it into damage. Zhongli can also benefit from the HP increase for his shield, though the weapon’s damage stats do not automatically make it the best choice for a shield-focused build.
The below-50% condition needs more thought. A character who is kept at high HP by frequent healing may not activate the extra ATK bonus often. That does not make Homa useless: the base stats and regular passive remain active. It simply means that a player should not count the low-health bonus as permanent unless the team and character playstyle reliably allow it.
When comparing builds, look at the full setup rather than the weapon passive alone. Consider artifact substats, team buffs, rotation length and whether the character can safely stay below half HP. A weapon that looks ideal on paper may not perform as expected if its conditional effect rarely activates in your normal rotation.
How to Get Staff of Homa
Staff of Homa is obtained through Epitome Invocation, Genshin Impact’s limited-time Weapon Event Wish. It is not a weapon you can craft at the blacksmith, buy from a regular shop or count on getting from the Standard Wish. HoYoWiki identifies its source as Event Wish Exclusive.
The weapon is only available when it appears as a featured five-star option on a Weapon Event Wish. Its rerun schedule can change, so check the current in-game banner details rather than relying on an old guide or a predicted rerun date. If it is not listed among the featured weapons, you cannot target it on that banner.
When Homa is featured, you can chart an Epitomized Path toward it. Weapon Wish guarantees and the Path rules determine how many wishes may be needed; check the banner’s Details before spending. HoYoverse’s Help Center states that a five-star weapon is guaranteed within 80 wishes, and that the first five-star weapon has a 75% chance of being one of that event’s promotional weapons. Epitomized Path Fate Points reset when the Wish event ends, so unfinished progress does not carry over to a later banner.
Before wishing, consider the other featured five-star weapon too. If you would be unhappy getting it, the banner may not be a good use of your Primogems. Set a budget, review the in-game rules and avoid spending based on the assumption that one lucky pull is guaranteed.
Best Characters for Staff of Homa
Homa is particularly useful on polearm characters who deal damage through ATK and can make good use of CRIT stats. Its HP bonus is a further advantage for characters whose kits value HP. The best choice still depends on the role you want the character to fill and the weapons already available on your account.
Hu Tao is the signature fit. She scales damage with HP, uses a charged-attack-focused playstyle and can take advantage of Homa’s low-HP bonus when played around her health threshold. Homa is a powerful option for her, although it is not necessary for her to function well.
Zhongli can use the extra HP to strengthen his shield while gaining CRIT DMG and ATK for a damage-focused build. If you use him mainly as a shield support, a weapon that directly supports that role may be more useful than Homa’s damage-oriented stat package.
Other polearm damage dealers can benefit from the CRIT DMG and ATK conversion, including Xiao, Xiangling, Cyno and Rosaria. How strong it is for each character depends on team buffs, artifact stats and competing weapons. For example, Xiangling may value Energy Recharge highly, while Xiao can compare Homa against weapons that offer CRIT Rate or other damage bonuses.
A simple way to judge whether a character suits Homa is to ask:
- Does the character deal meaningful damage through ATK?
- Can the character use CRIT DMG effectively?
- Does extra HP improve their kit or survivability?
- Does their usual build need Energy Recharge or another stat more urgently?
- Do you already own a weapon that performs similarly for them?
Best Builds and Practical Tips
Staff of Homa does not dictate one universal artifact set or stat spread. Build the character around their role and kit, then use the weapon’s large CRIT DMG substat to help balance the final stats. Many characters still need a CRIT Rate circlet or CRIT Rate substats to avoid an overly lopsided ratio. Check the character’s total stats in the character menu rather than judging only by artifact screen rolls.
For an ATK-scaling damage dealer, a typical approach is to use an ATK% or relevant damage-oriented Sands, an elemental or physical damage Goblet that matches the build, and a CRIT circlet that helps balance CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG. The right choice varies by character and team. Hu Tao, for instance, usually wants a build that supports her HP-based damage conversion, while an Energy-hungry teammate may need more ER than a generic damage setup provides.
The weapon’s HP bonus can tempt players to add extra HP artifacts, but that is not always optimal. More HP increases the passive’s ATK contribution, yet sacrificing too much CRIT, elemental damage or other useful stats may reduce total damage. Similarly, the low-HP passive can be helpful, but do not force unsafe play if the character is at risk of being defeated. A dead damage dealer contributes no damage.
To make a sound build decision:
- Compare your actual in-game stats with and without Homa.
- Account for team buffs and the weapon’s conditional bonus.
- Keep enough Energy Recharge to complete the character’s rotation.
- Use a damage calculator or test against the same enemy if you want a closer comparison.
- Prioritize survivability when the team cannot reliably protect a low-HP character.
Is Staff of Homa Worth Pulling or Refining?
Whether Homa is worth pulling depends on how much value it adds to your account. If you use Hu Tao often, want a strong polearm for multiple damage dealers, and would be satisfied with the other featured weapon, it can be an appealing choice. Its CRIT DMG stat and flexible passive make it useful across more than one character.
But a weapon is not automatically the best next wish. If you are missing a character you want, need a support that improves several teams, or have no interest in the banner’s other featured weapon, saving may be the better decision. Homa is powerful, but it will not fix a build with poor CRIT Rate, insufficient Energy Recharge or a team rotation that does not support the character.
Refining it is usually harder to justify than getting the first copy. Each refinement improves the passive, but costs another five-star weapon pull that could instead provide a new weapon for a different character or progress toward a character banner. Most accounts gain more flexibility from keeping duplicate copies separate than from refining immediately.
Consider the following before committing:
- Pull if: you regularly use a character who benefits from it and can afford the wishes.
- Wait if: you would be unhappy with the banner’s other featured weapon.
- Skip refinements if: you still need characters or broadly useful weapons.
- Compare alternatives: your existing polearms may already be close enough for your build.
Common Mistakes When Using Staff of Homa
A frequent mistake is assuming that Homa’s low-HP bonus is always active. The extra ATK from that part of the passive only applies below 50% HP. If the character stays above the threshold, the weapon still provides its other benefits, but its full passive is not being used. Keep this distinction in mind when comparing guides and damage showcases.
Another mistake is treating Homa as the best weapon for every polearm character. Its CRIT DMG and HP-to-ATK conversion are broadly useful, but character kits can make other weapons more suitable. A character may need Energy Recharge, a specific elemental bonus or a passive that better matches their attack pattern. A strong weapon on paper may not improve a team if it disrupts the rotation.
It is also easy to overlook the second featured weapon on the banner. Weapon Event Wishes feature two five-star weapons, and getting Homa may require more than one five-star result. Review the banner rules and decide how much you are willing to spend before you begin. Fate Point progress disappears when the event ends, so do not assume partial progress will remain for the next Homa rerun.
Finally, don’t sacrifice a workable build just to chase the weapon’s passive. A balanced CRIT ratio, enough Energy Recharge and a reliable team rotation are often more important than squeezing out every possible point of ATK. Use the weapon if it improves your actual setup—not just because it is a famous five-star polearm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Staff of Homa’s level 90 stats?
At level 90, Staff of Homa has 608 Base ATK and 66.2% CRIT DMG. Its passive, Reckless Cinnabar, increases the wielder’s Max HP by 20% at Refinement Rank 1 and adds ATK equal to 0.8% of Max HP. When the wielder is below 50% HP, it adds another 1% of Max HP as ATK. The weapon’s high CRIT DMG can make it easier to build a damage-focused character, but you still need enough CRIT Rate and other useful stats from artifacts. The low-HP effect is conditional; do not assume it is active if your character remains above half health. Values increase with refinement, though extra copies are costly and usually less important than owning a broader selection of weapons.
Is Staff of Homa only good for Hu Tao?
No. Hu Tao is its signature user and a particularly natural fit because she values HP and can make use of the low-health effect. Other polearm characters can use Homa’s CRIT DMG and ATK bonus too, including damage-focused builds for characters such as Xiao, Xiangling, Zhongli, Cyno and Rosaria. How effective it is depends on the character’s kit, team and weapon alternatives. Zhongli, for instance, can appreciate the HP increase, but a shield-focused build may prioritize a different weapon. Xiangling may need Energy Recharge to support her burst rotation. Compare the complete build and team needs rather than choosing by a general tier list alone.
Can you get Staff of Homa from the Standard Wish?
No. Staff of Homa is an Event Wish-exclusive weapon, so it is not part of the regular Standard Wish pool. You can only target it when it appears as a featured weapon on Epitome Invocation. It is not craftable at the blacksmith, and there is no permanent shop where you can purchase it with ordinary in-game currency. Because its availability depends on limited-time banners, check the in-game Wish screen for the current featured weapons and rules. If it is not currently featured, you will need to wait for a future rerun. Avoid relying on predicted dates as a guarantee; banner schedules can change.
Is Staff of Homa worth refining?
For most players, one copy is enough. Refining increases the weapon’s passive values, but each refinement requires another copy of a limited five-star weapon. That investment may be better spent on a new character or a weapon that helps another team. Refinement can make sense for players who already have the characters and weapons they want, use Homa regularly and are comfortable spending wishes for a smaller upgrade. Before refining, check whether you might want to equip two characters with separate copies in different teams. Keeping duplicates unrefined offers more flexibility, especially if you use multiple polearm damage dealers.
