Tighnari
Tighnari is an easygoing 5-star Dendro main DPS whose fire-one-shot-and-swap rhythm keeps gameplay relaxed. He shines brightest in Quicken teams alongside Nahida and Fischl. What matters most is a 4pc Deepwood Memories set to shred Dendro RES for the whole team, plus enough Energy Recharge to keep his Burst online. Don't fret over the weapon: the 4-star Scion of the Blazing Sun, or even the 3-star Slingshot, already takes him far. Farm a Dendro goblet, a CRIT circlet, and stack Elemental Mastery first.
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Hunter's Path Best -
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Aqua Simulacra -
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Polar Star -
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Scion of the Blazing Sun -
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Slingshot
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Gilded Dreams
Priority substats: Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › Elemental Mastery / ATK%
E > Q > NA — level the Skill first since the charged shots scale off it, then Burst, Normal Attacks last.
Teams for Tighnari
Tighnari's talents
Khanda Barrier-Buster
Performs up to 4 consecutive shots with a bow.
Charged Attack
Performs a more precise Aimed Shot with increased DMG.
While aiming, the power of Dendro will accumulate on the arrowhead before the arrow is fired. Has different effects based on how long the energy has been charged:
·Charge Level 1: Fires off an arrow carrying the power of flora that deals Dendro DMG.
·Charge Level 2: Fires off a Wreath Arrow that deals Dendro DMG. Upon hit, the Wreath Arrow will create 4 Clusterbloom Arrows that will track nearby opponents automatically and deal Dendro DMG.
Plunging Attack
Fires off a shower of arrows in mid-air before falling and striking the ground, dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Vijnana-Phala Mine
Additionally, Tighnari gains the Vijnana Suffusion effect, which will decrease the Wreath Arrow's charging time by 2.4s. This effect will dissipate once the skill duration ends or after Tighnari has fired 3 Wreath Arrows.
"If seeds wither apart from the soil, they will remain a single seed. But if returned to the soil, they shall multiply ten-million fold."
Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft
After they hit, the Tanglevine Shafts will create a secondary wave of Tanglevine Shafts that can also track nearby opponents and deal Dendro DMG on hit.
"Do not seek to escape so easily. The vines grow and regrow ever on. Things might get dicey if you don't clear every last one of them out."
Keen Sight
Scholarly Blade
The maximum DMG Bonus obtainable this way is 60%.
Encyclopedic Knowledge
Combat Rotation
- Open with the Elemental Skill (E) Vijnana-Phala Mine: throw the Vijnana Stormheart to create the taunting Vijnana-Khanda Field, gaining Vijnana Suffusion which cuts 2.4s off the charge time of the next 3 Wreath Arrow shots.
- While Suffusion is active, fire 3 fast Charge Level 2 Wreath Arrows in a row; each one spawns 4 auto-tracking Clusterbloom Arrows for wide-area Dendro DMG.
- Weave in Normal Attacks (up to a 4-hit combo) between Charged Shots to keep uptime and avoid dead time.
- After each Wreath Arrow, use the Keen Sight buff (+50 Elemental Mastery for 4s) to boost the extra DMG% from the Scholarly Blade passive on your Charged Attacks and Burst.
- Unleash the Elemental Burst (Q) Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft once you've built 40 Energy: it fires 6 tracking Tanglevine Shafts for Dendro DMG, then a secondary wave on hit.
- Prioritize triggering elemental reactions (Quicken/Spread/Bloom) with Electro/Hydro/Cryo teammates to amplify Tighnari's constant Dendro application.
- As soon as E is off cooldown (12s), recast it to refresh Vijnana Suffusion before looping back into Charged Shots then Burst.
Tighnari constellations
Tighnari's Charged Attack CRIT Rate is increased by 15%.
When there are opponents within the Vijnana-Khanda Field created by Vijnana-Phala Mine, Tighnari gains 20% Dendro DMG Bonus.
The effect will last up to 6s if the field's duration ends or if it no longer has opponents within it.
Increases the Level of Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
When Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft is unleashed, all nearby party members gain 60 Elemental Mastery for 8s. If the Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft triggers a Burning, Bloom, Lunar-Bloom, Quicken, or Spread reaction, their Elemental Mastery will be further increased by 60. This latter case will also refresh the buff state's duration.
Increases the Level of Vijnana-Phala Mine by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
Wreath Arrow's charging time is decreased by 0.9s, and will produce 1 additional Clusterbloom Arrow upon hit. This arrow deals 150% of Tighnari's ATK as DMG.
Base Stats (Lv90)
Character Profile
- Region: Sumeru
- Voice Actors: JP 小林沙苗 · EN Zachary Gordon · KR Jung Ui-taek · CN 莫然
Other Dendro characters
Ascension materials
Total ascension materials to reach level 90 (talent books not included).
Talent scaling by level
Khanda Barrier-Buster
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Hit DMG | 44.6% | 88.2% | 106.9% |
| 2-Hit DMG | 42.0% | 83.0% | 100.5% |
| 3-Hit DMG | 26.4%×2 | 52.3%×2 | 63.3%×2 |
| 4-Hit DMG | 68.6% | 135.7% | 164.4% |
| Aimed Shot | 43.9% | 86.7% | 105.1% |
| Level 1 Aimed Shot | 124% | 223% | 264% |
| Wreath Arrow DMG | 87.2% | 157.0% | 185.3% |
| Clusterbloom Arrow DMG | 38.6% | 69.5% | 82.0% |
| Plunge DMG | 56.8% | 112.3% | 136.1% |
| Low/High Plunge DMG | 114%/142% | 225%/281% | 272%/340% |
Vijnana-Phala Mine
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 149.6% | 269.3% | 317.9% |
| Vijnana-Khanda Field Duration | 8.0s | 8.0s | 8.0s |
| Vijnana Suffusion Duration | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
| CD | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft
| Lv 1 | Lv 10 | Lv 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglevine Shaft DMG | 55.6% | 100.1% | 118.2% |
| Secondary Tanglevine Shaft DMG | 68.0% | 122.4% | 144.5% |
| CD | 12.0s | 12.0s | 12.0s |
| Energy Cost | 40 | 40 | 40 |
Advanced frame data (official)
Elemental application ICD, gauge units and interruption resistance — official numbers rarely published anywhere.
Khanda Barrier-Buster
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Attack 1-Hit | — | — | 16.5 |
| Normal Attack 2-Hit | — | — | 15.9 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit A | — | — | 9.75 |
| Normal Attack 3-Hit B | — | — | 9.75 |
| Normal Attack 4-Hit | — | — | 25.5 |
| Aimed Shot | — | — | 10 |
| Aimed Shot (Hit Weak Spot) | — | — | 30 |
| Fully-Charged Aimed Shot | 1U(w/ Dropoff) | — | 20 |
| Fully-Charged Aimed Shot (Hit Weak Spot) | 1U(w/ Dropoff) | — | 60 |
| Wreath Arrow | 1U(w/ Dropoff) | — | 30 |
| Wreath Arrow (Hit Weak Spot) | 1U(w/ Dropoff) | — | 60 |
| Clusterbloom Arrow | 1U | 2.5s/4 Hits | 20 |
Vijnana-Phala Mine
| Hit | Gauge | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 1U | 50 |
Fashioner's Tanglevine Shaft
| Hit | Gauge | ICD | Interruption res. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglevine Shaft DMG | 1U | 2.5s/3 Hits | 30 |
| Secondary Tanglevine Shaft DMG | 1U | — | 30 |
FAQ about Tighnari
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Voice actors
- 日本語: 小林沙苗
- English: Zachary Gordon
- 中文: 莫然
- 한국어: Jung Ui-taek
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 Admonition
×3
Fungal Spores
×6
Guide to Admonition
×21
Luminescent Pollen
×22
Philosophies of Admonition
×38
Crystalline Cyst Dust
×31
The Meaning of Aeons
×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: Aug 23, 2022 · Version 3.0
Voice Lines & Comments
Birthday
Happy birthday! I picked out a potted plant in full bloom for you, along with a gardening guide. If anything happens to it, don't hesitate to find me at any time. This plant comes with a Forest Watcher lifetime guarantee. I'll have you know a lot of flowers are in season on your birthday. It took me forever to choose one. I'll get you a different species next year!
Self-Introduction
Hello
Hi there. I'm Tighnari, Forest Watcher of the Avidya Forest. My duty is to preserve both the rainforest's ecosystem and the safety of its visitors. If this is your first time here, I suggest you first peruse the Avidya Forest Survival Guide, paying particular attention to the chapter "Distinguishing Between Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms."
About Tighnari: Profession
I studied botany in the Amurta Darshan. My academic adviser wanted me to join the faculty after graduation, but to be quite honest, I prefer a somewhat freer research environment. From my observations, the way that the Akademiya handles certain matters leaves much to be desired. Fortunately, my adviser didn't push the issue — heh, not like that would've worked.
About Tighnari: Kin
Many people think that my kind are loners, and I don't blame them for thinking that. The few of us around are mostly scholars, and we're always chasing our research — so you'd be lucky to spy a single tuft of tail fur in a whole year. Like my father, for example. He's an entomologist, and lately, he's been studying the evolution of beetles in the desert... I have no intention of joining him. I'm ashamed to admit that I don't tolerate the sun very well. Prolonged exposure turns my brain and body into mush.
More About Tighnari: I
Are you acclimating to the rainforest? I suggest that you keep your eyes and ears open. Take care of yourself, and if anything happens, just flag down a Forest Ranger.
More About Tighnari: II
*sigh* Sometimes I really do envy those simpletons who go around touching and eating anything and everything. In their minds, it must feel like miracles happen every day.
More About Tighnari: III
To better serve the Avidya Forest, I occasionally offer training courses to the Forest Rangers. If you want to split hairs, then yes, these courses would be considered as "dissemination of information" by the Akademiya. But what are they gonna do — lock me up? I dare them. We'll see how many patients suffering from weird and wonderful ailments start flooding into the Bimarstan every day!
More About Tighnari: IV
I'll let you in on a secret: I actually really like the atmosphere in the Grand Bazaar. Business is booming, everyone's so lively, and the theater is full of song and dance. Unfortunately, my ears don't tolerate loud sounds very well... Huh? You'll cover my ears for me? ...It'd be way too hard to walk like that! Thanks for the thought, though.
More About Tighnari: V
I had many beautiful and fantastical dreams as a child, but they vanished from my memory one day after I grew up. Do you still have dreams? Tell me about them.
About Us: Getting Along
I believe that the best way to achieve mutual understanding with someone is to spend time with them. Other methods are less realistic. That's why there is no need to rush introductions. Time will settle everything.
About Us: Friends
"Are we officially friends?" What, so this sort of thing needs official documentation now? Okay then... Well, hand over your "friendship certificate." I assume it'll need my signature.
Thoughts About Other Characters
Collei
When that child was first brought here, she was effectively illiterate. It wasn't a huge issue, though. She's a hard worker and a diligent student, so she's made good progress. Still, her goal is to learn advanced medical techniques, so she still has a long way to go. She sometimes puts too much pressure on herself... Help her out when you can, would you? Consider it a favor for me as her mentor. Thanks a lot.
Cyno
You want to see Cyno...? Well, firstly, a word of caution: if he ever comes chasing you down for work-related reasons, prepare for the nightmare of a lifetime. Other than that, General Mahamatra is a high-ranking position, so it usually isn't easy to find him. But he does occasionally go to Gandharva Ville to see Collei. As much as he might want to stay unnoticed, he can't fool my ears.
Cyno
After my adviser's rescue, I wrote him a letter to send my regards. To my surprise, he wrote back saying that someone had already given him my regards in person. He ended the letter with a question "The General Mahamatra said he hopes that the sages will enjoy 'a more tasteful reputation' thanks to the efforts of our Darshan. Whatever do you suppose he meant by 'a more tasteful reputation'?" ...It's a good question. I'd like to know, too.
Alhaitham
Be careful of Alhaitham. I'm not saying he's a bad guy, but he purely operates by rationality, so people often find his actions unacceptable. If you don't believe me, just ask his roommate — thanks to Alhaitham, he has more pent-up frustration than an angry Anemo Slime.
Kaveh
Kaveh is a famous architect in Sumeru. The Palace of Alcazarzaray is his magnum opus. During the initial planning, he even asked me to recommend suitable ornamental flora. I don't know why or how, but he ended up heavily in debt after the palace was completed. Alhaitham is helping out by letting him stay at his place, but... I don't know whether that's a blessing or a curse...
Dori
The renowned Lord Sangemah Bay is none other than Dori. I became acquainted with her through a previous research project. It had required very rare materials, and the only way I could get them was through her and her mysterious supply network. Uh... never you mind what I was buying and what I was researching, thank you very much!
Layla
I've heard of her, the famous "Sleepwalking Eccentric." The rumors about her sleepwalking are really quite absurd: feats of superhuman strength, sprinting through Aaru Village at night, scaling the Wall of Samiel with her bare hands... Some even say that she can write a 100,000-word thesis while asleep! What a load of nonsense.
Lisa
Cyno has mentioned her before — an extraordinary genius with a veritable wealth of knowledge and talent. A pity that she returned to Mondstadt so long ago. Perhaps, in the course of her study, she witnessed the horrifying side of knowledge...
Dehya
Everything happened so fast, and I didn't get the chance to properly thank her. To have a capable and reliable person like her on your side is extremely fortunate. I'm sure she must have many groups trying to persuade her to join their ranks. But she definitely doesn't strike me as the kind of person who would be interested in joining the Akademiya or the Forest Rangers, so I'll spare myself the inevitable rejection.
Faruzan
Madam Faruzan possesses an extensive wealth of knowledge. I often invite her to inspect the mechanisms in the rainforest. The next time she's in Gandharva Ville... *sigh* I hope she doesn't sneak Collei more food. Nutrition is like medicine: moderation is key.
Sethos
Sethos? Pretty interesting guy. He's like a distant cousin of Cyno's. Really easy to get along with. Last time he visited us in Gandharva Ville, he insisted on showing off his tent-pitching skills and had a fishing competition with Cyno. Collei got really upset, because she thought there was nothing for her to do anymore... People say Sethos is good at keeping himself amused — he certainly seems pretty cheerful. But he takes his work very seriously. Hmm, although I don't know how accurate "work" is — I think he sees his role at the Temple of Silence as more of a kind of duty. Anyway, if you ever find yourself needing assistance in the desert, I'm sure he'd be a good person to go to.
Hobbies & Personality
Tighnari's Hobbies
Leaves and flowers often drop onto the ground of the Avidya Forest, sometimes perfectly intact. Leaving them on the ground would be such a pity... I can't help but pick them up and keep them as biological specimens. They can be used as educational materials for Forest Rangers or as decorative pieces. Very versatile.
Tighnari's Troubles
Troubles? Let me think... Pollution in the Avidya Forest, adventurers who constantly stir up trouble, and rescue dogs that always want to mess with my tail... But these problems all have solutions. If you're talking about bigger concerns, then I really don't have any. In this regard, the life of a Forest Watcher is pretty simple.
Favorite Food
This may sound strange, but although the blood of a carnivore runs through my veins, mushrooms are the one food that I can't give up. There are many species of edible mushrooms. Whether fresh or dried, they all give off a unique scent. Even when stewed with meat, it's the mushrooms' aroma that comes out on top.
Least Favorite Food
My olfactory system is overly sensitive, so I lack the good fortune to enjoy heavily spiced foods... Quite the shame in Sumeru.
Feelings About Ascension
Feelings About Ascension: Intro
Germinating seeds break through the soil and take root.
Feelings About Ascension: Building Up
Seedlings grow, reaching out with their branches and leaves.
Feelings About Ascension: Climax
Branches dotted with flower buds herald the advent of spring.
Feelings About Ascension: Conclusion
A rich harvest that will lead to even richer ones.
Receiving a Gift
Receiving a Gift: I
Excellent ingredients and impeccable seasoning. In short — it's delicious.
Receiving a Gift: II
Nice flavor pairing. Could you give me a copy of the recipe? I want to put this on the menu for the Forest Rangers' next meal.
Receiving a Gift: III
...Do I need to teach you some new recipes?
Source: official HoYoverse Fetter (friendship) voice-lines — Genshin Impact
Strengths & Weaknesses
- At Lv90, Tighnari already gets +28,8% Dendro DMG Bonus baked into the ascension stat line — no artifacts needed for this part.
- Has crowd-control (knockback/pull/freeze/stun…) via Vijnana-Phala Mine.
- Buffs the whole team's DMG/stats via Withering Glimpsed in the Leaves, with no elemental restriction on party composition.
- The core mechanic (via Scholarly Blade) scales with Elemental Mastery — EM-focused artifacts are usually cheap/easy to roll since few main DPS need them.
- The Normal Attack (via Khanda Barrier-Buster) already deals innate Dendro DMG from the start — no need to wait on the Elemental Skill to apply the element.
- Since it scales with EM (via Scholarly Blade), it must trade off CRIT/ATK% for Elemental Mastery — raw Normal Attack/Burst DMG tends to be lower than ATK-based DPS.
- The ascension stat isn't CRIT Rate/DMG — this kit isn't built to carry the team's main damage, fitting a support/sub-DPS role better than a main carry.
- 5★ (Bow) — only available on limited/character-specific banners, not on the standard wish.
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 2
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Sands: ATK% / Elemental Mastery
Goblet: Dendro DMG Bonus
Circlet: CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate
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Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › Elemental Mastery / ATK% |
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A young researcher well-versed in botany who currently serves as a Forest Watcher in Avidya Forest. He is a straight shooter with a warm heart — and a dab hand at guiding even the dullest of pupils.
- Affiliation: Gandharva Ville
- Birthday (day/month): 12/29
- Specialty dish: Forest Watcher's Choice
- Namecard: Tighnari: Dew-Kissed — Namecard style. Tighnari takes good care of his big, fluffy tail. The essential oil he uses was extracted from flowers and mixed together meticulously. It gives off a faint, calming scent.