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Kaedehara Kazuha

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Ascension Materials and Stats

Combat Talents

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Normal Attack: Garyuu Bladework

Normal Attack
Performs up to 5 rapid strikes.

Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to unleash 2 rapid sword strikes.

Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact. If this Plunging Attack is triggered by Chihayaburu, it will be converted to Plunging Attack: Midare Ranzan.

Plunging Attack: Midare Ranzan
When a Plunging Attack is performed using the effects of the Elemental Skill Chihayaburu, Plunging Attack DMG is converted to Anemo DMG and will create a small wind tunnel via a secret blade technique that pulls in nearby objects and opponents.
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Chihayaburu

#Unleashes a secret technique as fierce as the rushing wind that pulls objects and opponents towards Kazuha's current position before launching opponents within the AoE, dealing Anemo DMG and lifting Kazuha into the air on a rushing gust of wind.
Within 10s of remaining airborne after casting Chihayaburu, Kazuha can unleash a powerful Plunging Attack known as Midare Ranzan.

{LAYOUT_MOBILE#Tap}{LAYOUT_PC#Press}{LAYOUT_PS#Press}
Can be used in mid-air.

Hold
Charges up before unleashing greater Anemo DMG over a larger AoE than {LAYOUT_MOBILE#Tap}{LAYOUT_PC#Press}{LAYOUT_PS#Press} Mode.

Plunging Attack: Midare Ranzan
When a Plunging Attack is performed using the effects of the Elemental Skill Chihayaburu, Plunging Attack DMG is converted to Anemo DMG. On landing, Kazuha creates a small wind tunnel via a secret blade technique that pulls in nearby objects and opponents.
Midare Ranzan's DMG is considered Plunging Attack DMG.

"Wind in branches grieves
Bygone ages, gods of old
Withered autumn leaves"
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Kazuha Slash

The signature technique of Kazuha's self-styled bladework — a single slash that strikes with the force of the first winds of autumn, dealing AoE Anemo DMG.
The blade's passage will leave behind a field named "Autumn Whirlwind" that periodically deals AoE Anemo DMG to opponents within its range.

Elemental Absorption
If Autumn Whirlwind comes into contact with Hydro/Pyro/Cryo/Electro, it will deal additional elemental DMG of that type.
Elemental Absorption may only occur once per use.

"I see eternity go by in an instant, the autumns of many years from a single leaf. Thus I shall slice this maple in a flash, and ask a question of the ages."

Passive Talents

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Soumon Swordsmanship

If Chihayaburu comes into contact with Hydro/Pyro/Cryo/Electro when cast, this Chihayaburu will absorb that element and if Plunging Attack: Midare Ranzan is used before the effect expires, it will deal an additional 200% ATK of the absorbed elemental type as DMG. This will be considered Plunging Attack DMG.
Elemental Absorption may only occur once per use of Chihayaburu.
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Poetics of Fuubutsu

Upon triggering a Swirl reaction, Kaedehara Kazuha will grant all party members a 0.04% Elemental DMG Bonus to the element absorbed by Swirl for every point of Elemental Mastery he has for 8s. Bonuses for different elements obtained through this method can co-exist.
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Cloud Strider

Decreases sprinting Stamina consumption for your own party members by 20%.
Not stackable with Passive Talents that provide the exact same effects.

Constellations

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1. Scarlet Hills

Decreases Chihayaburu's CD by 10%.
Using Kazuha Slash resets the CD of Chihayaburu.
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2. Yamaarashi Tailwind

The Autumn Whirlwind field created by Kazuha Slash has the following effects:
· Increases Kaedehara Kazuha's own Elemental Mastery by 200 for its duration.
· Increases the Elemental Mastery of characters within the field by 200.

The Elemental Mastery-increasing effects of this Constellation do not stack.
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3. Maple Monogatari

Increases the Level of Chihayaburu by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
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4. Oozora Genpou

#When Kaedehara Kazuha's Energy is lower than 45, he obtains the following effects:
·{LAYOUT_MOBILE#Tapping}{LAYOUT_PC#Pressing}{LAYOUT_PS#Pressing} or Holding Chihayaburu regenerates 3 or 4 Energy for Kaedehara Kazuha, respectively.
·When gliding, Kaedehara Kazuha regenerates 2 Energy per second.
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5. Wisdom of Bansei

Increases the Level of Kazuha Slash by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
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6. Crimson Momiji

After using Chihayaburu or Kazuha Slash, Kaedehara Kazuha gains an Anemo Infusion for 5s. Additionally, each point of Elemental Mastery will increase the DMG dealt by Kaedehara Kazuha's Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks by 0.2%.

Gallery

Namecard

Falling Leaves

Kaedehara Kazuha namecard image

Namecard style. "The pine-song ripples as red leaves billow."

Quotes

Hello

"Come driving rain or winds that churn, I shall return, by blade alone, armed, if barefoot, to my home..." I am Kaedehara Kazuha, a wanderer who roams the land. Since we are both travelers, let us journey together for a time.

Chat: Nature

This scenery is wonderful... Surely enough to convince anyone to become a wanderer.

Chat: Playing a Tune

There are leaves around — and I know just the tune to accompany them, if you wish to hear it.

Chat: Bladework

Wherever in this world I roam, I carry memories of my home... This blade... It is the last link I have to the land of my birth.

When It Rains

Taking a stroll in the middle of a downpour certainly rouses the spirit... but it's best to dry your clothes as soon as possible after the rain stops.

When Thunder Strikes

Compared to the storms I've encountered out at sea, this is really quite tame.

When It Snows

I love it when it snows. The world falls completely silent... and I can sleep undisturbed.

When the Sun Is Out

Clear weather all around brightens the heart.

Good Morning

The birdsong at daybreak is nature's gift to us. Let us go. Our journey begins anew.

Good Afternoon

...The midday sun has a way of making one yearn for a moment of sleep. What say we find ourselves a place to rest?

Good Evening

I gaze up at the moon and lend my ear to the gentle breeze, with wine in my cup and peace in my heart... Have a wonderful evening.

Good Night

The wind has ceased... The world is silent, so now is the best time to rest well. See you tomorrow.

About Kaedehara Kazuha: Sailing

In truth, not every night out at sea is filled with wind and waves. When the weather is clear, the moonlight flows over the rippling water, and schools of fish circle the ship's hull. At moments like that, when I look out into the distance from the prow, I feel like this journey is worth it... The only thing that takes away from that feeling is the sailors' singing. They're so loud... don't they need to sleep?

About Kaedehara Kazuha: Samurai Nobility

The Kaedehara Clan was once a famed samurai clan. It's a pity that by the time the noble name passed to me, the title itself was all that was left. But it is enough for me. A samurai has no need of a lavish life — we find all that we need in wine, song, and the blade in our hands.

About Us: Going Out to Sea

What say you join me out at sea someday when the weather's fine?

About Us: Frank Speech

I like frank people, because we can freely speak our minds to one another. There is no need to hide anything that you wish to say. I hear the voices of all things in nature, and that includes yours.

About the Vision

As I see it, a Vision is the proof of one's strength, not the source of it. It symbolizes the mortal desire to always keep moving forward, but in this endeavor, we samurai place our faith in our blades alone.

Something to Share: Bamboo Blades

Ah, you'd like to learn the art of the sword? Let me see... Alright — here, take this. It's a bamboo blade I just made. With these, we can practice sparring without having to worry about getting injured.

Something to Share: Maple Leaves

"On this mountain path, where the red leaves lifeless lie... My heart calls for a companion, echoing the deer's cry..." Hm... I do love maple leaves, but it is a shame that so many goodbyes seem to happen when they turn red.

Interesting Things

Farewell, dear gulls, please calm your cries. From this day forth, I am a wanderer once more.

About Beidou

I owe Beidou my life. She took me in when I fled from Inazuma and gave me the courage to return there at the most difficult time of my life. She is a comrade in whom I and all the other sailors can place our trust.

About Gorou

When I was a wanted man, the resistance gave me a lot of help. The time I spent with Gorou was brief, but he left a deep impression on me. He's the type of person who says whatever's on his mind. He shares the highs and lows of his subordinates, and is never afraid to draw his sword for the sake of a friend. That's the kind of person I can really get along with.

About Kujou Sara

She defeated my friend in a duel before the throne, which I accept as proof of her great strength. But she uses that strength to serve as an oppressor's lackey, leading the Kujou Clan's troops to relentlessly seek out and confiscate Visions. This... I cannot forgive.

About Kujou Sara: Changing Perspective

I see... So she does have her own ideals that she is fighting for. But I have to wonder: can the Kujou family flourish as they did before once this storm has passed?

About the Raiden Shogun

I've asked myself this question many times since leaving Inazuma. Do I simply resent the Raiden Shogun because of what happened in that duel? Because of the lethal stroke she dealt my dear friend? I've thought about this a good long time, and I believe the answer is no. My friend died an honorable death in that duel, and the Shogun was not unjustified in her conduct. My dissatisfaction with her has its roots in the Vision Hunt Decree. No one has the right to rob another of their hopes and dreams — not even a god.

About Kamisato Ayaka

I'm sure everyone living in Inazuma has heard of the "Shirasagi Himegimi." The lady of the Kamisato Clan is as perfect as a person can be, though our paths have seldom crossed. I wonder what she thinks of the state of Inazuma today?

About Yoimiya

The last time she commissioned Captain Beidou to ship fireworks to Liyue, I unloaded the shipment myself. They were so heavy! I doubt that anyone besides her could make such huge fireworks.

About Sangonomiya Kokomi

During my time with the Resistance, there was no one among our ranks who wouldn't look up to Her Excellency. As someone with a great passion for military matters, victory at all costs isn't really part of her ethos. She'd always try to limit the casualties to the minimum while planning her next move. By some accounts, it also seems that she seeks to take charge of both internal and foreign affairs for Watatsumi Island. Wouldn't that be too much to expect of herself though?

About Shikanoin Heizou

Don't be deceived by his happy-go-lucky disposition. As soon as he gets working on a case, that restless energy he carries around turns into a razor-sharp focus. It's quite remarkable to witness.

About Kaedehara Kazuha: I

You'd like to know more about me, you say? Well, as you see, I am but a wandering samurai that you could have run into just about anywhere.

About Kaedehara Kazuha: II

I have a very keen sense of hearing. My ears pick up all sorts of sounds: the wind through the mountain passes, the parting clouds, the sound of foxes chewing on apples in the forest, the sound of crabs blowing bubbles... This is nature's favor, it allows me to sense danger long before it draws near.

About Kaedehara Kazuha: III

I used to love the rain when I was small. The sound of it would lull me into a peaceful sleep. But since I've grown older, my feelings have become more... complicated. I still like to listen to the rain today, but whenever I see the storm clouds start to gather, my heart sinks and I can't help but wonder: "Hm... will some nice person let me stay the night today?" Listening to the rain in drenched clothes is hardly peaceful — hehe... nothing can be when you're constantly interrupting yourself by sneezing.

About Kaedehara Kazuha: IV

I never stay in a single place for very long. Stagnancy dulls both my connection with nature and the blade I wield. While I am still able to, I want to travel far and wide and meet all sorts of different people.

About Kaedehara Kazuha: V

Don't worry — even if the day comes for us to go our separate ways, I am certain that we will meet again, in some corner of the world. The fate that brings people together is not a cord so easily cut.

Kaedehara Kazuha's Hobbies

I like falling asleep on a warm rock that's been soaking in the mid-afternoon sun, then waking up and continuing on my journey with no particular aim in mind. So long as I have my blade by my side, there is nowhere I cannot go.

Kaedehara Kazuha's Troubles

The sounds of nature turn into a clamor of noise during stormy weather. It becomes a constant buzz in my ears. If it happens at night, I end up tossing and turning all night long without getting a wink of sleep. It's quite the headache...

Favorite Food

The most easily obtainable food source when you're out at sea is, of course, fish. So it goes without saying that a seafaring adventurer must give careful consideration to how to cook a tasty fish-based meal... If the chance arises, I'd like you to try some of my cooking.

Least Favorite Food

I am not particularly fond of food that is thrown together in a hurry without much care and attention. The way I see it, if your meal consists of a single fish, you should grill it to perfection. Eating is supposed to be an enjoyable experience, so how can we stand to be so slapdash about it?

Receiving a Gift: I

That you can make fish taste as delicious as this is proof of your outstanding culinary prowess.

Receiving a Gift: II

Your cooking not only fills the stomach, it also soothes my soul.

Receiving a Gift: III

Perhaps you should get some rest? A weary mind is a recipe for flavorless food.

Birthday

I heard it was your birthday, so I wrote a haiku for you. Unfortunately, I'm not the most talented in this area, and after trying for several evenings, I was still only able to come up with the first two lines... I guess I'll just share what I've got so far, then. "Sun and moon rejoice / Birds of dawn sing songs anew"... Wait, don't say a word, I think the final line is coming to me... Yes, how about... "Far from home, with you." Anyway, Happy Birthday. Let's go and get you some cake, shall we?

Feelings About Ascension: Intro

My blade grows keener.

Feelings About Ascension: Building Up

The sound of snow as it lands on the ground is so faint as to be practically nonexistent... But now, my senses are sharper than ever, and I believe I should be able to discern it.

Feelings About Ascension: Climax

The waves rise high out in the open seas. I, too, must reach new heights of strength.

Feelings About Ascension: Conclusion

As one travels the world, sorrows and frustrations are bound to journey with you. But I find that I've grown since meeting you, both in martial arts and in strength of character. I am confident that I will be more at ease in life from this point forth.

Elemental Skill: I

Tch!

Elemental Skill: II

Huh!

Elemental Skill: III

Wind strider!

Elemental Skill: IV

Into the wind.

Elemental Skill: V

The wind knows me.

Elemental Skill: VI

One with nature!

Elemental Burst: I

Clouds hide... the bird's call!

Elemental Burst: II

As one with wind and cloud.

Elemental Burst: III

Fallen leaves... adorn my night.

Sprint Start: I

Time to go.

Deploying Wind Glider: I

I follow the wind.

Opening Treasure Chest: I

Brings a smile to my face.

Opening Treasure Chest: II

A fateful offering.

Opening Treasure Chest: III

Who says there aren't benefits to a life of wandering?

Low HP: I

Huh, not bad...

Low HP: II

I must remain calm.

Low HP: III

Stay focused!

Ally at Low HP: I

My turn to aid you!

Ally at Low HP: II

I've got your back.

Fallen: I

So many regrets...

Fallen: II

Never... again...

Fallen: III

This is... the end...

Heavy Hit Taken: I

It's...fine.

Heavy Hit Taken: II

That hurt!

Joining Party: I

Want me to come along?

Joining Party: II

Alright, let's head off.

Joining Party: III

Sounds good to me.