Planning to pull on Ifa in the upcoming Genshin Ipact 5.6 banner? Then follow this guide to find out about his kits, abilities and usage!
Ifa is a 4-Star Anemo Catalyst character rumored to be released during Version 5.6 of Genshin Impact. Leaks indicate that he will be featured as a boosted 4-Star on a 5-Star character’s Event Banner, and eventually added to the Standard Banner post-5.6.
This guide compiles everything we know about Ifa so far, from his Ascension materials and Talents to Constellations and best team compositions. Please note that this information is based on beta leaks, is subject to change, and is completely up to Hoyoverse. Therefore, take this with a large grain of salt.
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Ifa at a Glance
- Rarity: 4-Star
- Element: Anemo
- Weapon: Catalyst
- Region: Natlan
Normal Attack: Rite of Dispelling Winds
- Normal Attack: Performs up to 3 quick Anemo-infused attacks.
- Charged Attack: Consumes stamina to fire a powerful AoE Anemo blast.
- Plunging Attack: Dives mid-air to deal AoE Anemo DMG on impact.
Elemental Skill: Airborne Disease Prevention
“It’s time for the real bash bros to step up!” — Ifa summons his companion Cacucu, gains 80 Nightsoul points, and enters the Nightsoul’s Blessing state.
- While in this state, Ifa hovers with Cacucu and his Normal Attacks convert to Supporting Fire, firing Tonicshots that deal Anemo DMG and heal all party members.
- Hold Skill during Nightsoul’s Blessing triggers a Nightsoul-aligned Plunging Attack. Releasing the button cancels the plunge to maintain the hover.
- If Ifa lands from this Plunge, Nightsoul’s Blessing ends.
Elemental Burst: Compound Sedation Field
Ifa fires a therapeutic sedative that explodes on contact, generating a restraining wind current that pulls in enemies and objects, dealing AoE Anemo DMG.
- Hitting an enemy afflicted by Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, or Electro applies a Sedation Mark.
- The mark explodes after a delay, dealing AoE DMG of the corresponding element.
Passive Talents
- Field Medic’s Vision: While in Nightsoul’s Blessing, each party Nightsoul point grants 1 Rescue Essentials point. These increase Swirl and Electro-Charged DMG for allies.
- Mutual Aid Agreement: If nearby allies trigger Nightsoul Bursts, Ifa gains +80 Elemental Mastery for 10s.
- Night Realm’s Gift: Focused Emergency Rescue: If Nightsoul points run out, Ifa uses Phlogiston to maintain his state. In areas with Phlogiston Mechanics, performing a switch to Ifa mid-air grants 32 Nightsoul points (once every 10s).
- Tactical Warm Compress Bandaging: In Phlogiston areas, when an ally or indwelt Saurian has <40% HP, Ifa consumes 10 Phlogiston to heal based on 150% of his EM. This cannot trigger in Domains or Abyss.
Constellations
C1 – Vitiferous Elixir’s Concoction: Supporting Fire restores 6 Energy (8s cooldown).
C2 – Guiding Spirit of Ballistic Prayer: Extra Rescue Essentials for every Nightsoul point above 60; cap increased by 30 (requires C1 passive unlocked).
C3 – Rebuttal in Negotiations With the Night: +3 to Elemental Skill level (max 15).
C4 – Decayed Vessel’s Permutation: Burst wind current lasts +3s, and Ifa gains 100 EM for 15s.
C5 – Vow of Universal Coexistence: +3 to Elemental Burst level (max 15).
C6 – Oath on a Feathered Knot: 50% chance to fire an extra Tonicshot (120% ATK, considered Normal Attack DMG). Out of combat, Nightsoul/Phlogiston consumption reduced by 20%.
Best Team Compositions
- Core Synergy: Ororon (for off-field utility), Furina (Hydro resonance and healing synergy), and Xingqiu/Xiangling as flex reaction options.
- Team Role: On-field support/healer and EM buffer. Ifa excels in reaction-based teams, especially focused on Swirl and Electro-Charged setups.
Final Thoughts
Ifa offers a unique blend of aerial mobility, healing, and reaction-oriented buffs. His synergy with elemental teams and ability to sustain hover states make him a versatile support unit, particularly in the open-world or overworld Phlogiston Mechanic zones of Natlan.
His Constellation 6 massively boosts his potential, especially for those who plan to use him as a main support. Players seeking to build a flexible Anemo character with both healing and crowd control will find Ifa a fun and strategic addition.
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