Amber vs Thoma
The glider champion vs. the master of off-field Pyro shields
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Amber if…
- When you need a taunt to survive heavy hits
- To quickly break Cryo Abyss Mage shields
- If you need a 40-cost burst to proc artifact sets frequently
Pick Thoma if…
- In Burgeon teams as the primary reaction trigger
- When you need a reliable, stackable Pyro shield for Yoimiya or Hu Tao
- To maintain Pyro resonance with a defensive slot
Thoma is a specialized but effective unit for Burgeon and shielding, whereas Amber lacks a clear endgame role. Thoma’s utility in Dendro teams makes him a much more valuable investment.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Amber
- Strong Pyro damage
- Versatile team options
- Requires investment
- Best teams use limited 5-stars
Thoma
- Strong Pyro damage
- Versatile team options
- Requires investment
- Best teams use limited 5-stars
Shared Team Members
With Amber
Nahida's EM sharing from her Burst significantly boosts the damage of Amber's Melt or Vaporize shots. Her consistent Dendro application via Tri-Karma Purification also allows Amber to trigger Burning, which can be used to maintain a Pyro aura for other reactions.
With Thoma
Nahida is the premier Dendro applicator for Thoma's Burgeon teams, providing a steady supply of Dendro Cores when paired with a Hydro unit. Her high EM buff also increases the damage of any Burning reactions Thoma might accidentally trigger.
Best Builds (Signature)
Weapon
The First Great Magic
Artifacts
Shimenawa's Reminiscence
Sands
ATK%
Goblet
DMG%
Circlet
CRIT Rate
Substats
CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > ER%
Weapon
Kitain Cross Spear
Artifacts
Flower of Paradise Lost
Sands
Energy Recharge / Elemental Mastery
Goblet
Elemental Mastery
Circlet
Elemental Mastery
Substats
Energy Recharge > Elemental Mastery > HP % > HP
Who Should You Pull?
- When you need a taunt to survive heavy hits
- To quickly break Cryo Abyss Mage shields
- If you need a 40-cost burst to proc artifact sets frequently
- In Burgeon teams as the primary reaction trigger
- When you need a reliable, stackable Pyro shield for Yoimiya or Hu Tao
- To maintain Pyro resonance with a defensive slot