Genshin Impact Best 5-Star Weapons 2026 – Signature & Free-Fire Pool Tier List
Five-star weapons give the biggest stat jumps in the game, but not every 5★ is worth pulling for. This guide ranks the top weapons by rarity, team role, and how easy they are to acquire — including forgeable 5★ options and free-fire-pool signatures that show up on standard banners.
Top 5★ Weapons by Type (2026)
Swords
| Weapon | Rarity | Best On | How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom-Sworn | 5★ | Kazuha, Yae Miko, Alhaitham | Event / Limited banner |
| Mistsplitter Reforged | 5★ | Ayaka, Ayato, Yae Miko | Limited banner |
| Primordial Jade Cutter | 5★ | Any HP-scaling sword user | Standard banner |
| Light of Foliar Incision | 5★ | Alhaitham (signature) | Limited banner |
| Key of Khaj-Nisut | 5★ | Nilou, Furina, Kuki | Limited banner |
Polearms
| Weapon | Best On | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Staff of Homa | Hu Tao, Xiao (signature) | Limited banner |
| Engulfing Lightning | Raiden Shogun (signature) | Limited banner |
| Staff of Scarlet Sands | Cyno, Xiangling | Standard banner |
| Wavebreaker's Fin | Neuvillette (signature) | Limited banner |
| Dragon's Bane | Xiangling, Bennett | Forge (Crystal Core) |
Bows
| Weapon | Best On | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Elegy for the End | Kazuha, Yelan, Xingqiu | Event / Standard |
| Amos' Bow | Ayaka, Ganyu | Standard banner |
| The Stringless | Xiao, Collei, Fischl | Forge (Crescent Pincer) |
Claymores
| Weapon | Best On | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Wolf's Gravestone | Diluc, Itto, Claymore DPS | Standard banner |
| Song of Broken Pines | Itto, Geo claymore users | Limited banner |
| Beacon of the Reed Sea | Dehya (signature) | Limited banner |
Catalysts
| Weapon | Best On | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Elegy for the End | Zhongli, Support catalysts | Event / Standard |
| Speech of the Haunted Woods | Yae Miko (signature) | Limited banner |
| Sacrificial Fragments | Bard-like supports | Forge (Glowing Ember) |
| Black Swan (new) | Dendro/Hydro sub-DPS | Latest banner |
Free-fire-pool (Standard Banner) 5★ Weapons
These 5★ weapons rotate in the Standard Banner (wish history never resets). If you're saving primogems for a 5★ character, you can also land one of these over time:
- Primordial Jade Cutter (sword) — CRIT rate substat; best for any HP-scaling sword user.
- Staff of Homa (polearm) — HP → ATK; great for Hu Tao when her banner isn't running.
- Elegy for the End (bow) — EM/ATK shred; Kazuha/Xingqiu friendly.
- Amos' Bow (bow) — charged-attack DMG boost; Ganyu/Ayaka option.
- Wolf's Gravestone (claymore) — ATK buff to team; Itto/Diluc pick.
- Skyward Atlas (catalyst) — EM/CRIT; support catalyst option.
Tip: standard banner 5★ weapons share the same pity counter as characters. If you're close to a 5★ character guarantee, keep wishing — you'll likely land a weapon too.
Craftable 5★ Weapons (event/quest rewards)
- Key of Khaj-Nisut — obtained through Sumeru questline; best on Nilou/Furina.
- Staff of Scarlet Sands — available via event; excellent on Cyno and Xiangling.
These are free forever (one-time acquisition) and compete with limited-banner weapons — no need to waste pulls.
When NOT to pull for 5★ weapons
- Your 4★ is already doing the job: The Stringless (4★ bow) is often good enough for Xiao/Fischl. Don't force a 5★ just because.
- You have no team for the DPS: Pulling Staff of Homa without Hu Tao is a wasted investment. Build the team first.
- Standard banner weapons are accessible: Jade Cutter / Wolf's Gravestone are always available — no need to spend premium currency.
Weapon priority summary
| Priority | When to pull |
|---|---|
| Must-have | Signature weapon for your main 1-2 DPS + essential supports (Kazuha/Bennett) first. |
| Worth pulling | Top 5★ on characters you already use (Raiden/Neuvillette/Furina signatures). |
| Skip (save primogems) | Weapons for characters you don't play or don't plan to build (e.g., niche elemental specialists). |
Quick Answers
What is the best 5★ weapon in Genshin Impact 2026?
There isn't one universal best — it depends on role. For support: Freedom-Sworn (Kazuha) and Elegy for the End. For DPS: Mistsplitter Reforged (Ayaka), Staff of Homa (Hu Tao), Engulfing Lightning (Raiden).
Can I get 5★ weapons without spending primogems?
Yes. Craftable weapons (Stringless, Dragon's Bane, Whiteblind) cost materials only. Key of Khaj-Nisut and Staff of Scarlet Sands are quest/event rewards — one-time free acquisitions.
Are standard banner 5★ weapons worth pulling for?
Yes, if you need a specific weapon for a character you're using. Primordial Jade Cutter (CRIT rate) and Wolf's Gravestone (ATK buff) are always useful on the right characters.
Should I buy weapons from the shop?
The shop offers 4★ weapons and occasionally 5★ weapon fragments. Focus your spending on characters first; weapons come naturally through wishes.
How do I know which weapon to forge first?
Forge the weapon that matches your most-played DPS. If you main Xiao → Stringless. If you main Hu Tao → Dragon's Bane (4★) until you get Staff of Homa. Check each character's build page for a weapon recommendation.