Best Claymores in Genshin Impact Ranked (2026)

Claymores are the heavy hitters of Genshin Impact. They deal massive damage per swing, break Geo shields with ease, and stagger enemies more consistently than any other weapon type. Whether you’re running a hypercarry like Eula or a burst-focused sub-DPS like Beidou, the right claymore can make or break your build.

In this guide, we rank the best claymores in Genshin Impact from S-tier down to C-tier so you can invest your resources wisely.

S-Tier Claymores

Song of Broken Pines remains one of the most versatile 5-star claymores in the game. Its Physical DMG Bonus substat pairs perfectly with Eula, and the passive that boosts ATK and ATK SPD for your entire party makes it excellent in team play. If you’re running a physical carry, this is the gold standard.

Redhorn Stonethresher is the undisputed best claymore for DEF-scaling characters like Itto and Noelle. Its CRIT DMG substat and DEF-to-damage passive deliver enormous Normal and Charged Attack damage. Highly specialized, but unmatched in its niche.

Wolf’s Gravestone continues to hold its S-tier status thanks to its universal ATK% substat and party-wide ATK buff. It’s the safest claymore to pull because almost every claymore user benefits from it.

A-Tier Claymores

Serpent Spine (Battle Pass) is arguably the best 4-star claymore in the game. Its CRIT Rate substat solves one of the hardest stats to build, and the stacking DMG bonus passive can reach absurd levels when paired with a good shielder. At high refinement, it rivals many 5-star options.

Skyward Pride offers Energy Recharge and a vacuum blade passive that adds AoE damage after using a Burst. It’s excellent on burst-reliant characters like Beidou and Diluc who need help getting their Burst back on cooldown.

The Unforged shines when paired with a shield character like Zhongli. Its ATK% substat and shield-conditional damage buff hit hard, though its reliance on shields keeps it from S-tier versatility.

B-Tier Claymores

Luxurious Sea-Lord (event weapon) is a surprisingly strong free option. Its ATK% substat and Burst DMG bonus make it ideal for burst-focused characters like Beidou. If you grabbed it during its event, it still holds up remarkably well.

Prototype Archaic is the craftable claymore every player should know about. It’s free, easy to refine, and its ATK% substat with a bonus AoE damage proc makes it the best general-purpose F2P claymore in the game.

Blackcliff Slasher from the Starglitter shop offers CRIT DMG and a stacking ATK buff on kills. It’s a solid stat stick, though its passive is less reliable in single-target boss fights.

C-Tier Claymores

Rainslasher is niche but has found a home in Vaporize and Electro-Charged teams thanks to its Elemental Mastery substat. It’s decent on characters like Diluc in specific reaction-focused setups, but there are usually better options available.

Sacrificial Greatsword is useful only for its Energy Recharge and skill reset passive, most notably on Sayu for exploration. Outside of that narrow use case, its low base ATK holds it back significantly.

Which Claymore Should You Use?

For most players, Prototype Archaic is the safest investment while you’re still building your account. If you buy the Battle Pass, Serpent Spine is an immediate upgrade that can carry you through every piece of content in the game. For 5-star options, prioritize Wolf’s Gravestone for general use or Redhorn Stonethresher if you main Itto or Noelle.

Choose based on your main carry, and don’t spread your upgrade materials too thin, one fully leveled claymore will outperform three half-built ones every time.