Kafka Build Guide
Best relics, light cones, team compositions & trace priority for Honkai Star Rail 4.0 (February 2026)
📖 Kafka Overview
Kafka is a 5-star Lightning Nihility DPS specializing in DoT. She detonates all DoT effects instantly on attack. Cornerstone of all DoT teams.
Element
Lightning
Path
Nihility
Rarity
★★★★★
Tier
S+
⚔️ Skills Breakdown
Basic Attack
Deals Lightning DMG.
Skill
Lightning DMG. Detonates all DoTs.
Ultimate
Lightning DMG to all. Applies Shock.
Talent
Follow-Up Attack when allies attack.
Technique
Shock all enemies at start.
🛡️ Best Relics & Planar Ornaments
Relic Sets
🏆 Best in Slot
Prisoner in Deep Confinement (4pc)
Alternatives
Band of Sizzling Thunder (4pc)
Planar Ornaments
🏆 Best in Slot
Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
Alternatives
Space Sealing Station
🔮 Best Light Cones
🏆 Best in Slot
Patience Is All You Need (Signature)
Alternatives (ranked)
Good Night and Sleep Well (4★), In the Name of the World
📊 Stat Priority & Main Stats
Body
ATK%
Feet
SPD
Sphere
Lightning DMG
Rope
ATK%
Sub-stat Priority
SPD > ATK% > Effect Hit Rate > Break Effect
Target Stats
160+ SPD, high ATK
👥 Best Team Compositions
🏆 Optimal Teams
Team 1
Team 2
Alternative Teams
📈 Trace & Eidolon Priority
Trace Upgrade Order
Skill > Talent > Ultimate > Basic Attack
Eidolon Priority
E1 > E2
✅ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Detonates all DoT instantly
Follow-Up from ally actions
Strong AoE DoT spread
DoT archetype cornerstone
❌ Cons
DoT weaker in current meta
Needs DoT partners
SPD-hungry
💡 Tips & Tricks
Black Swan is best partner — Wind Shear is strongest DoT.
Build SPD — more turns = more detonations.
Ruan Mei Break delay extends DoT ticks.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best relics for Kafka?
The best relic set is Prisoner in Deep Confinement (4pc) paired with Firmament Frontline: Glamoth as the planar ornament. Alternatives include Band of Sizzling Thunder (4pc).
What is the best Light Cone for Kafka?
The best Light Cone is Patience Is All You Need (Signature). Good alternatives include: Good Night and Sleep Well (4★), In the Name of the World.
What tier is Kafka in HSR 4.0?
Kafka is ranked S+ Tier in our Honkai Star Rail 4.0 tier list as of February 2026.
Is Kafka worth pulling?
As a S+ Tier Main DPS, Kafka is absolutely worth pulling and one of the best investments in the game.