Genshin Impact: Hu Tao Spotlight – The Spirited Wanderer

Game Details

• Game Name: Genshin Impact
• Developer: miHoYo
• Initial Release Date: September 28, 2020
• Genre: Action role-playing
• Platforms: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft Windows, iOS, Android

Character Overview

Hu Tao is the 77th Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, a person vital to the balance of life and death in Liyue. She is a five-star Pyro character wielding a polearm, known for her high burst damage and unique health-managing gameplay.

Abilities

Elemental Skill: Guide to Afterlife

Hu Tao consumes a portion of her health to knock back enemies and enter the Paramita Papilio state, increasing her attack based on her max HP.

Elemental Burst: Spirit Soother

Hu Tao summons a spirit that deals Pyro damage in a large AoE. This ability heals her for a percentage of the damage dealt, with excess healing converting into bonus HP.

Strengths

Hu Tao excels in dealing massive Pyro damage, especially against single targets. Her abilities allow for a unique playstyle that rewards risky gameplay with high damage output.

Weaknesses

Her reliance on low health for optimal damage can be a double-edged sword, making her vulnerable in prolonged battles or when not properly supported by healers.

Stats

At Ascension 4, Hu Tao gains the ‘Flutter By’ talent, which boosts her crit rate by 12% when she has less than or equal to 50% health.

Team Synergy

Hu Tao pairs well with characters that provide healing or shields, like Zhongli or Qiqi, ensuring her survivability while at low health.

Verdict

Hu Tao is a dynamic and powerful character, perfect for players who enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay. Her unique abilities make her a valuable asset in any team, especially when paired with the right supports.