Wriothesley, the enigmatic Cryo Catalyst character in Genshin Impact, has taken the gaming world by storm since his debut in version 4.1. This character, the guardian of the Fortress of Meropide, wields a Catalyst weapon to bolster his stats, but it’s his unique fighting style that truly sets him apart.
Wriothesley relies on his Normal Attack to dish out damage and his Charged Attack to keep him in the battle. If you’ve been fortunate enough to obtain this character from his limited banner, it’s crucial to equip him with the most suitable weapon. Here, we present a list of the finest weapons for Wriothesley in Genshin Impact.
1. Ballad of the Boundless Blue
Primary Stat: 565 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 30.6% Energy Recharge
R5 Effect: Within 6s after Normal or Charged Attacks hit an opponent, Normal Attack DMG will be increased by 16%, and Charged Attack DMG will be increased by 12%. Max 3 stacks. This effect can be triggered once every 0.3s.
The Ballad of the Boundless Blue, a free Catalyst from Genshin Impact’s 4.1 Waterborne Poetry Event, boosts Normal and Charged Attack DMG. The Energy Recharge sub-stat is a valuable addition, given Wriothesley’s ability to deal significant damage with his Elemental Burst.
2. Frostbearer
Primary Stat: 510 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 41.3% ATK
R5 Effect: Hitting an opponent with Normal and Charged Attacks has a 100% chance of forming and dropping an Everfrost Icicle above them, dealing AoE DMG equal to 140% of ATK. Opponents affected by Cryo are instead dealt DMG equal to 360% of ATK. Can only occur once every 10s.
Frostbearer, a forgeable weapon that was previously overlooked, has found its place in the hands of Cryo Catalyst wielders like Wriothesley. However, it’s essential to consider a few factors, such as:
- R5 Frostbearer excels in single-target scenarios.
- R5 Frostbearer surpasses R5 Eye of Perception and Tulaytullah’s Remembrance when fighting at least 4 enemies, triggering its passive.
To maximize the potential of Frostbearer, ensure Wriothesley battles hordes of enemies and benefits from crowd control effects.
3. Eye of Perception
Primary Stat: 454 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 55.1% ATK
R5 Effect: Normal and Charged Attacks have a 50% chance to fire a Bolt of Perception, dealing 360% ATK as DMG. This effect can occur once every 8s.
Eye of Perception is surprisingly effective for Wriothesley, particularly when facing groups of adversaries. While it may not outshine some other options in single-target situations, it can excel in situations where multiple enemies are present. The ability of the damage to bounce between enemies beyond the initial AoE makes it a reliable choice for crowd control.
4. Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds
Primary Stat: 608 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 33.1% Crit Rate
R1 Effect: Increases Movement SPD by 10%. When in battle, gain an 8% Elemental DMG Bonus every 4s. Max 4 stacks. Lasts until the character falls or leaves combat.
Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds, often underestimated, can be a valuable choice for Wriothesley. Its passive abilities align well with his playstyle, granting an Elemental DMG Bonus and increased Movement SPD. To make the most of this catalyst, focus on improving Crit DMG through Artifact sub-stats.
5. Memory of Dust
Primary Stat: 608 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 49.6% ATK
R1 Effect: Increases Shield Strength by 20%. Scoring hits on opponents increases ATK by 4% for 8s. Max 5 stacks. Can only occur once every 0.3s.
Memory of Dust is a situational weapon that requires some build-up, but it can greatly benefit Wriothesley when fully stacked, especially when paired with a Genshin Impact shielder. Keep in mind that excessive ATK boosts may lead to diminishing returns when using ATK buffers in your team.
6. Skyward Atlas
Primary Stat: 674 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 33.1% ATK
R1 Effect: Increases Elemental DMG Bonus by 12%. Normal Attack hits have a 50% chance to earn the favor of the clouds, which actively seek out nearby opponents to attack for 15s, dealing 160% ATK DMG. Can only occur once every 30s.
Skyward Atlas offers an Elemental DMG Bonus on its passive and can provide consistent damage. However, like Memory of Dust, it may face diminishing returns in the presence of other ATK-boosting sources.
7. Tulaytullah’s Remembrance
Primary Stat: 674 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 44.1% Crit DMG
R1 Effect: Attack SPD will be increased by 10%. After the wielder unleashes an Elemental Skill, Normal Attack DMG will increase by 4.8% every second for 14s. After hitting an opponent with a Normal Attack during this duration, Normal Attack DMG will be increased by 9.6%. This increase can be triggered once every 0.3s. Per single duration of overall effect will be 48%. The effect will be removed when the wielder leaves the field, and using the Elemental Skill again will reset all DMG buffs.
Tulaytullah’s Remembrance is a remarkable choice for Wriothesley, thanks to its high base ATK, Crit DMG boost, and Normal Attack SPD enhancement. It complements his reliance on Normal Attacks and Elemental Skills, making it a perfect fit for his playstyle.
8. Cashflow Supervision
Primary Stat: 674 Base ATK
Secondary Stat: 22.1% Crit Rate
R1 Effect: ATK is increased by 16%. When current HP increases or decreases, Normal Attack DMG will be increased by 16%, and Charged Attack DMG will be increased by 14% for 4s. Max 3 stacks. This effect can be triggered once every 0.3s.
Cashflow Supervision has a high base ATK like Tulaytullah’s Remembrance, but it has a Crit Rate sub-stat instead of Crit DMG. With this Catalyst, Wriothesley will have a basic stat of 27.1% Crit Rate, which means players will only need a little more Crit Rate from Artifact sub-stats if they’re using four-piece Blizzard Strayer or four-piece Marechaussee Hunter.
