Mika
Mika is an adorable, fully free 4-star support, but he only truly earns his slot when you run a Normal-Attack Physical carry like Eula, or a fast-hitting DPS who loves Attack Speed. Outside those teams he's pretty niche. The one thing to worry about is enough Energy Recharge to Burst consistently; everything else goes into HP% and Healing Bonus. No premium weapon needed: the Favonius Lance is his best and it's a 4-star. In short, he's fantastic in the right team and safely shelved otherwise.
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Favonius Lance
Dialogues of the Desert Sages
Rightful Reward
Prototype Starglitter
Black Tassel-
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Noblesse Oblige -
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Ocean-Hued Clam -
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The Exile
Priority substats: Energy Recharge › HP% › Healing Bonus
No talents really need farming — just aim for enough Energy Recharge to Burst on time; put a bit into E for the buff stacks and Q for healing, skip Normal Attacks.
Teams for Mika
Mika heals and boosts Eula's Normal Attack speed and Physical DMG, Raiden Shogun supplies Energy, and Bennett buffs ATK.
Wriothesley's rapid Normal Attacks benefit greatly from Mika's Attack Speed buff, while Furina and Kazuha handle extra buffs and healing.
Mika's talents
Spear of Favonius - Arrow's Passage
Performs up to 5 consecutive strikes using his crossbow and spear.
Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to lunge forward, dealing damage to opponents along the way.
Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Starfrost Swirl
Will take effect in different ways if Tapped or Held.
Tap
Fires a Flowfrost Arrow that can pierce through opponents, dealing Cryo DMG to enemies it comes into contact with.
Hold
Goes into Aiming Mode, locking on to an opponent and firing a Rimestar Flare at them, dealing Cryo DMG. When the Rimestar Flare hits, it will rise before exploding, launching Rimestar Shards into a maximum of 3 other opponents, dealing Cryo DMG.
Stars burst 'neath the frosted skies.
Skyfeather Song
Eagleplume
When the Normal Attacks of active characters affected by Eagleplume hit an opponent, Mika will help them regenerate HP based on his Max HP.
Characters affected by this state can only regenerate HP in this way once per short interval of time.
"Carry hope when in dire straits, and keep vigil when all is well... For that pure white plume shall at last guide the lost wayfarers."
Suppressive Barrage
·If the Flowfrost Arrow hits more than one opponent, each additional opponent hit will generate 1 Detector stack.
·When a Rimestar Shard hits an opponent, it will generate 1 Detector stack. Each Rimestar Shard can trigger the effect 1 time.
The Soulwind state can have a maximum of 3 Detector stacks, and if Starfrost Swirl is cast again during this duration, the pre-existing Soulwind state and all its Detector stacks will be cleared.
Topographical Mapping
Additionally, the maximum number of stacks that can be gained through Soulwind alone is increased by 1.
You must first unlock the Ascension Talent "Suppressive Barrage."
Demarcation
Combat Rotation
- Identify the role first: Mika is an off-field support/healer (Cryo), not a main DPS.
- Cast Elemental Skill (E - Starfrost Swirl, 15s cooldown) to deal Cryo DMG and apply Soulwind, boosting nearby party members' ATK SPD.
- Cast Elemental Burst (Q - Skyfeather Song, costs 70 Energy, 18s cooldown) to heal the whole party based on Mika's Max HP and grant Eagleplume.
- Swap to your main DPS right away to capitalize on the Soulwind ATK SPD buff and Eagleplume's heal-on-hit.
- While your DPS is attacking, wait for Mika's E to come off cooldown (15s) then swap back to refresh Soulwind before it drops.
- Return to Mika whenever the 70 Energy is available again to recast Q, refreshing the party heal and Eagleplume.
- Prioritize Energy Recharge on Mika so the 70-cost Burst can be reliably recast every rotation.
- Pair Mika with attackers who land many hits (bow/polearm/claymore users) to squeeze the most value out of Soulwind.
Mika constellations
The Soulwind state of Starfrost Swirl can decrease the healing interval between instances caused by Skyfeather Song's Eagleplume state. This decrease percentage is equal to the ATK SPD increase provided by Soulwind.
When Starfrost Swirl's Flowfrost Arrow first hits an opponent, or its Rimestar Flare hits an opponent, 1 Detector stack from the Ascension Talent "Suppressive Barrage" will be generated.
You must first unlock the Ascension Talent "Suppressive Barrage."
Increases the Level of Skyfeather Song by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
When Mika's own Skyfeather Song's Eagleplume state heals party members, this will restore 3 Energy to Mika. This form of Energy restoration can occur 5 times during the Eagleplume state created by 1 use of Skyfeather Song.
Increases the Level of Starfrost Swirl by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
The maximum number of Detector stacks that Starfrost Swirl's Soulwind can gain is increased by 1. You must first unlock the Ascension Talent "Suppressive Barrage.".
Additionally, active characters affected by Soulwind will deal 60% more Physical CRIT DMG.
Base Stats (Lv90)
Character Profile
- Region: Mondstadt
- Voice Actors: JP 三瓶由布子 · EN Robb Moreira · KR Yoon Eun-seo · CN 邓宥希
Other Cryo characters
Ascension materials
Total ascension materials to reach level 90 (talent books not included).
Talent scaling by level
Spear of Favonius - Arrow's Passage
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 43.3% | 85.5% | 103.6% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 41.5% | 82.0% | 99.4% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 54.5% | 107.7% | 130.6% |
| 4-Hit DMG | 27.6%+27.6% | 54.6%+54.6% | 66.1%+66.1% |
| 5-Hit DMG | 70.9% | 140.1% | 169.8% |
| Charged Attack DMG | 112.7% | 222.9% | 270.1% |
| Charged Attack Stamina Cost | 25.0 | 25.0 | 25.0 |
| Plunge DMG | 63.9% | 126.4% | 153.1% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 128%/160% | 253%/316% | 306%/382% |
Starfrost Swirl
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flowfrost Arrow DMG | 67.20% | 120.96% | 142.80% |
| Rimestar Flare DMG | 84.00% | 151.20% | 178.50% |
| Rimestar Shard DMG | 25.20% | 45.36% | 53.55% |
| ATK SPD Bonus | 13% | 22% | 25% |
| Soulwind Duration | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
| CD | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s |
Skyfeather Song
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cast Healing | 12.2% Max HP+1172 | 21.9% Max HP+2579 | 25.9% Max HP+3223 |
| Eagleplume Healing | 2.4% Max HP+234 | 4.4% Max HP+515 | 5.2% Max HP+643 |
| Eagleplume Healing Interval | 2.5s | 2.5s | 2.5s |
| Eagleplume Duration | 15.0s | 15.0s | 15.0s |
| CD | 18.0s | 18.0s | 18.0s |
| Energy Cost | 70 | 70 | 70 |
Advanced frame data (official)
Elemental application ICD, gauge units and interruption resistance — official numbers rarely published anywhere.
Spear of Favonius - Arrow's Passage
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Attack 1-Hit | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 40.245 |
| Normal Attack 2-Hit | 1U | — | 38.606 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit | 1U | — | 50.701 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit A | 1U | — | 25.68 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit B | 1U | — | 25.68 |
| Normal Attack 5-Hit | 1U | — | 65.93 |
| Charged Attack | 1U | — | 120 |
| Plunging Attack Collision | 0U | — | 25 |
| Low Plunge | 1U | — | 100 |
| High Plunge | 1U | — | 150 |
Starfrost Swirl
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flowfrost Arrow DMG | 1 | — | 100 |
| Rimestar Flare DMG | 1 | 2.5s/3 Hits | 100 |
| Rimestar Shard DMG | 1 | — | 50 |
FAQ about Mika
What is the best weapon for Mika?
How much Mora to max out Mika?
What are Mika base stats at Lv90?
Voice actors
- 日本語: 三瓶由布子
- English: Robb Moreira
- 中文: 邓宥希
- 한국어: Yoon Eun-seo
Ascension & Talent Materials
Ascension by phase
| Unlocks Lv | AR | Mora | Ascension & Talent Materials |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 40 | AR 15 | 20,000 | |
| Lv 50 | AR 25 | 40,000 | |
| Lv 60 | AR 30 | 60,000 | |
| Lv 70 | AR 35 | 80,000 | |
| Lv 80 | AR 40 | 100,000 | |
| Lv 90 | AR 50 | 120,000 |
Talent — one skill to Lv10
Teachings of Ballad
×3
Recruit's Insignia
×6
Guide to Ballad
×21
Sergeant's Insignia
×22
Philosophies of Ballad
×38
Lieutenant's Insignia
×31
Mirror of Mushin
×6
Crown of Insight
×1
Multiply by 3 for all three skills. · Mora: 1,652,500
Total Mora to max out: 5,377,500
Official name in other languages
Wish banner history
Release date
Released: Mar 21, 2023 · Version 3.5
Voice Lines & Comments
Birthday
Oh, what should we do for an occasion like this? Hmm... Today is your most special day, so we should really live it up! I've prepared "A Tour of Mondstadt's Most Stunning Spots." It contains information on lots of beautiful locations that are hardly known to anyone else. I wish you happiness every day until this day arrives again next year.
Self-Introduction
Hello
Mika, Front-Line Land Surveyor, Knights of Favonius Reconnaissance Company, reporting in. It's an honor to fight alongside you. If there's anything I can do to support you, just let me know and I'll get to it right away. Anyway, I'll make every effort to navigate us safely and report accurate intel on the enemy!
About Mika: Work
Hmm? What's a Front-Line Land Surveyor? Well, my duty is to scout ahead into unknown territory, survey the terrain, and identify key locations. Sometimes, we also have to deal with enemy sentries, so in addition to being able to map out the terrain, I also have to stay combat ready, know first aid, and have strong survival skills...
About Mika: Mundane Tasks
Making camp, starting a fire, cooking food, and maintaining equipment... these are all essential tasks that must be done. If the others dislike such duties, and if I can uh, manage them to a satisfactory degree, then the least I can do is to help out... That way, everyone can have a breather and relax a little...
More About Mika: I
Hmm? You want to know more about me? Well, I'm just an ordinary person, so I don't really have any interesting stories... I guess all I could talk about is my experiences, would you be willing to hear about that?
More About Mika: II
Ever since I was a kid, I've wanted to become a cartographer, and map out every corner of Teyvat. It's only later on that I discovered the Knights of Favonius actually have that kind of role. Thanks to my father and brother's support, I was able to make it through the selection process and become a Front-Line Surveyor. This job has let me live out my dreams, and it's already brought me lots of fulfillment.
More About Mika: III
Everyone in the Knights of Favonius is really strong, and I feel like there's something I could learn from each member. After gaining new skills from everyone, I should also do my best to return the favor. So if there's anything the others need help with, then I'll do my best to make that happen.
More About Mika: IV
It seems like... after I assisted the Grand Master and Captain Eula a few times with their errands, some members of our group have begun to see me as their official messenger. If I ever misspoke, it would cause trouble for our leaders, and the blame would be all mine. So, whenever I am around others I'm unfamiliar with, I often try to only comment on things I'm absolutely confident in, which makes everyone think I'm timid. But would you say this whole situation is just a sort of misunderstanding?
More About Mika: V
You know, one good thing after coming back from the expedition is that I don't feel so worried anymore. As long as I'm not causing trouble for anyone else, then I don't really mind what anyone might think of me. The Knights of Favonius is like my second family, and I've got to master my work as a Front-Line Surveyor. My hard work can let everyone finish their tasks more smoothly and end their days with just that much less to worry about...
About Us: Rumors
Ah, sorry... I heard all about you when I first arrived back in Mondstadt. Super powerful people like you and Paimon usually have some kind of strict personal code. Since many super powerful people would also have a bad temper, I was afraid that if I misspoke, you might get upset. But luckily, you two are really nice, and I have nothing to worry about!
About Us: Speaking in Code
Some forward scouts will use the word "Octave" to indicate that they've run out of arrows and are returning to camp... Or "Vera" to mean "the conditions are good, we should engage the enemy"... Hey, why don't we also come up with some code words? It'll come in handy, especially if we'll be working together long term. Go ahead, I'm good with any of your ideas!
Thoughts About Other Characters
Kaeya
Before joining the Knights, I had to take a number of exams. Captain Kaeya was the main person in charge of all the testing. He was really supportive, and gave me all kinds of tips, but sometimes, I would struggle to understand what he was saying... I would get worried that I was not keeping up with his pace, and that I was letting him down...
Varka
Grand Master Varka is not only a strong leader who commands respect, but also my personal combat instructor. He taught me to think on my feet and avoid engaging enemies at close combat to make up for my small stature and relative lack of stamina. Following his advice, I learned how to fight with a polearm and crossbow, and I must say, this fighting style is far more suitable to me.
Varka
The Grand Master said that I need to set higher goals for myself, and strive to achieve them. I've always had that kind of attitude, but it wasn't until I was on the expedition that I realized how serious things can become... One day, I met the Fatui Harbinger known as The Captain. I can't even begin to imagine how I can deal with an opponent like him. I just... Such powerful people are really on a level of their own, I'm not even remotely close...
Jean
The Deputy... I mean, the Acting Grand Master is a strong and considerate leader who always makes me feel at ease. She's always out there looking after all of us. Whether it's organizing work, rendering first aid, or cooking delicious meals, there's so much I can learn from her...
Amber
Oh? Amber the Outrider? She's the most reliable vanguard, and has amazing reconnaissance skills! The roles of Front-Line Surveyors and the Outriders are similar given that we both operate ahead of the main force. Amber has a lot of experience, and I've learned a lot of survival skills from her, as well as how to better maintain my crossbow strings and arrows.
Eula
Captain Eula is a strong fighter with a combat style of her own, and she's always looked out for me. When I first joined the company, she assigned me a variety of tasks, way more than what other members had, and that quickly improved my ability to adapt. Once I grew accustomed to the way she expresses herself, I was able to work together with her just fine!
Eula
Actually, I really admire Captain Eula. She is friendly and free-spirited, and her mental fortitude is out of this world. If other people gave me strange looks all the time and talked behind my back like they do about her, I don't think I'd be able to leave my room...
Lisa
Our librarian Lisa had always offered her help when I was first teaching myself how to draw maps. She even found a bunch of useful books for me to study. *sigh* If only I could be as well-learned as she is... After all, it never hurts to have more knowledge, and you never know when you might need it...
Klee
Oh? Klee? She's super cheerful, and I've heard that... she's as strong as the Grand Master himself. She's invited me to go on adventures with her before, and we always had a great time together! Although she would experiment with dangerous weapons from time to time, which means I've had to revise my maps on several occasions... But I still feel it's worth it!
Venti
I really like that bard... He's a very talented performer, and his melodies always seem to make me feel at home. If I had to pick a tune that best represents Mondstadt, it'd definitely be one of his. It's too bad that I'm not often in the city, otherwise, I could bring him some gifts every day...
Albedo
The Chief Alchemist has been very kind to me. He helped me make all the survey equipment I use in the field... I even have some pens he made that will work even when I'm hanging upside down from a tree. But it seems that making artistic sketches is quite different from making maps. I've tried to make some sketches of a target area as supplemental intel before, and word has it that Captain Albedo went silent for a long time when he saw them...
Lohen
Have you seen Lohen? I just realized our notebooks got switched, and I don't know where he went. *sigh* I bet he rushed off to fight a bunch of monsters on his own, even though I warned him not to. If I were a captain too, then maybe he'd listen to me... Then again, maybe he wouldn't...
Hobbies & Personality
Mika's Hobbies
Oh? My hobbies? ...I guess my favorite thing would be camping out in unknown territory. Just taking in the fresh scenery, making a cozy little camp, starting a bonfire and making some food. It really brings me happiness!
Mika's Troubles
To be honest, I'm not too good at dealing with people I'm not familiar with. Maybe it's because I'm not really good at holding a conversation. Can you give me some pointers in that area?
Favorite Food
The Grand Master said that a youngster like me needs to eat more meat, which will build more strength and physical stamina. Even though there's little chance I'll ever get really buff. I do like eating meat dishes. The others in the Reconnaissance Company seem to share this taste as well.
Least Favorite Food
Unlike my brother, I can't stand the taste of alcohol. All it takes is one sip and I'd be out cold, and the others would have to go out of their way to take care of me. Even just the smell of a strong drink being opened is enough to make me dizzy.
Feelings About Ascension
Feelings About Ascension: Intro
Even though I'm still miles behind you, I'm feeling a little more confident now. At least, I won't end up dragging you down again.
Feelings About Ascension: Building Up
I hope I'll be able to provide more useful intelligence, and help take some weight off of your shoulders!
Feelings About Ascension: Climax
Please allow me to always travel alongside you, and survey the land around us!
Feelings About Ascension: Conclusion
Thank you so much! With this, I am now so much closer to my goal — allowing everyone to advance safely and navigate through rough terrain without any fear of fatigue or potential danger!
Receiving a Gift
Receiving a Gift: I
Thanks so much... this is such a marvelous dish, I would feel terrible using it just to fill my stomach! Can I put it away for storage?
Receiving a Gift: II
The taste and portions are both incredible. You really went the extra mile for me.
Receiving a Gift: III
Ugh... well, since you went to the trouble of making this for me. I promise I'll finish it.
Source: official HoYoverse Fetter (friendship) voice-lines — Genshin Impact
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Can restore HP for the team via Skyfeather Song.
- Has crowd-control (knockback/pull/freeze/stun…) via Topographical Mapping.
- The core mechanic (via Skyfeather Song) scales with HP — HP% is also an easy-to-find substat, and the character usually comes with high survivability too.
- 4★ (Polearm) — obtainable via the standard wish/banner, no need to pull on a limited banner.
- Since it scales with HP (via Skyfeather Song), it can't share ATK%-geared artifacts with other DPS — needs a separate HP-focused artifact/weapon set.
- The ascension stat is just plain HP% — no built-in CRIT/EM/DMG Bonus advantage like many other characters, everything has to be rolled from scratch on artifacts.
Role Rankings
Machine-classified by scanning mechanic keywords in the OFFICIAL skill text (not another site's opinion ranking). Characters whose weapon type is inherently elemental (e.g. catalysts, bows) may not show "Does this well" for On-Field even if they can still be played on-field — this is a limit of text-based detection.
| Character | Weapon | Artifact Set | Main Stats | Substat Priority | Where To Farm |
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Option 3
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Sands: Energy Recharge / HP%
Goblet: HP%
Circlet: Healing Bonus / HP%
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Energy Recharge › HP% › Healing Bonus |
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A young knight born to an ordinary family. He serves as a Front-Line Surveyor in his Company. He is a low-key and cautious character.
- Affiliation: Knights of Favonius
- Birthday (day/month): 8/11
- Specialty dish: Surveyor's Breakfast Sandwich
- Namecard: Mika: Index — Namecard style. Every time he holds the map he illustrated in his hands, the boy feels like he is holding a small piece of rubbing of this world.