Let me tell you about my trusty companion in the world of Teyvat, the Jadefall's Splendor. As a seasoned traveler, I've seen my fair share of weapons come and go, but this bright green catalyst? It's something special. Back in the day, pulling for a specific weapon was like trying to catch the wind – a matter of pure luck intertwined with fate. But when this beauty landed in my hands during a Baizhu-focused banner, I knew my support characters were in for a treat. It wasn't just a stat stick; it felt like holding a piece of Liyue's ancient vitality, a tool that could turn the tide of battle through sustained presence rather than flashy explosions. The way it hummed with Dendro energy... it just clicked with me.
Getting to Know Its Power: Stats & The Grind
First things first, let's talk numbers. This is a premier 5-star catalyst, no two ways about it. At its peak (level 90), it boasts a solid 608 Base ATK. But the real magic – and I mean that almost literally – is in its sub-stat: a whopping 49.6% HP boost. That's the same foundation as the Everlasting Moonglow, which should tell you something about the kind of character it's meant for.
Its passive, "Bygone Azure Teardrop," is where the "Splendor" truly shines. After my character uses their Elemental Burst or creates a shield, this weapon wakes up. It starts restoring 4.5 Energy every 2.5 seconds for 3 seconds. On top of that, for every 1,000 points of my character's Max HP, they gain a 0.3% Elemental DMG Bonus for their corresponding element, up to a maximum of 12%. It's a constant, reassuring pulse of energy and power during those crucial, extended engagements.
Now, leveling this treasure to its full potential isn't a walk in the park. It's a commitment. Here's what I had to gather for that journey from level 1 to 90:
| Material Type | Specific Items Needed | Primary Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon Ascension | Luminous Sands, Lustrous Stone, Relic, & Body of Guyun | Hidden Palace of Lianshan Formula (Mon/Thu/Sun) |
| Common Enemy Drops | Fungal Spores → Luminescent Pollen → Crystalline Cyst Dust | Fungus enemies in Sumeru |
| Elite Enemy Drops | Flower Yet to Bloom → Treasured Flower → Wanderer's Blooming Flower | Hilichurl Rogues (Sumeru/other regions) |
| Mora | Approximately 1,113,000 Mora | Ley Lines, Quests, Exploration 😅 |
Pro tip: The Adventurer's Handbook was my best friend for tracking down those pesky Fungi and Hilichurl Rogues. And let me tell you, farming the Hidden Palace on those specific days became a ritual. Seeing that final ascension glow? Totally worth the grind.
My Go-To Partners for this Catalyst
Okay, so who gets to wield this marvel in my parties? Well, it's no secret this was made for Baizhu. It's his signature weapon for a reason, and using it on him feels... right. His Elemental Burst, Holistic Revivification, creates a new Seamless Shield every 2.5 seconds. This perfectly syncs with Jadefall's passive, keeping the Energy restoration and Elemental DMG bonus active almost constantly, even when he's off-field providing that sweet, sweet healing and Dendro application. The massive HP sub-stat directly buffs both his shield strength and his healing, making him an even more unshakeable pillar of support. He and this catalyst are a match made in Liyue.
The other character who makes this weapon sing is Sangonomiya Kokomi. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise! The HP sub-stat is a massive boon for her, significantly amplifying her healing output. More importantly, during her Nereid's Ascension burst state, her Normal and Charged Attack damage scales with her Max HP. Jadefall's Splendor feeds directly into that, and the passive's Elemental DMG Bonus (Hydro, in her case) adds a nice cherry on top. It turns her from a dedicated healer into a formidable, sustained hydro applicator and damage dealer during her window. She becomes a true tide of battle.
Is It Worth The Wish? A Real Talk Section
Here's the honest truth, from my experience: if you don't have Baizhu or Kokomi, pulling for Jadefall's Splendor is a tough sell. It's a highly specialized tool. Sure, you could slap it on someone like Barbara or a shielding-build Yanfei for the HP boost to their healing or shield strength... but honestly? It's kinda overkill and not playing to their main strengths.
For them, you're almost always better off crafting a Prototype Amber and refining it. That weapon provides Energy regeneration and team-wide healing on Burst use, which is often more universally useful for them than Jadefall's more selfish (but powerful) stat package. Wishing for a 5-star weapon is a big investment of Primogems, so you wanna make sure it's going to your absolute best-in-slot character. For me, that's Baizhu, no question. On him, it's not just a weapon; it's an extension of his role as a perennial protector. It just works, you know?
So, there you have it. My two cents on the Jadefall's Splendor. It's a niche masterpiece—incredible for the right characters, but a luxury for others. When its passive is humming, energy is flowing, and those green numbers are popping up consistently... you feel a sense of enduring power that few other catalysts offer. It's the quiet, reliable backbone of my team, and sometimes, that's exactly what you need against the endless challenges of Teyvat.