Bennett vs Thoma
The universal ATK buffer vs. the specialized Burgeon trigger
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Bennett if…
- In almost any team that scales with ATK (National, Raiden, etc.)
- When you need a high-speed healer to stay alive
- To provide a massive, reliable damage boost within a circle
Pick Thoma if…
- In Dendro Burgeon teams where you need slow, consistent Pyro
- If you need a shield that can be maintained by normal attacks
- When your main DPS needs interruption resistance (like Yoimiya)
Bennett is the most powerful support in the game for ATK-scaling characters. Thoma is only preferred in Burgeon teams or when a specific Pyro shield is required for comfort over raw damage buffs.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Bennett
- Bennett is very easy to build, needing only a high Base ATK sword.
- Incredibly powerful ATK buffs.
- More than enough healing for most teams.
- Holding his Elemental Skill causes knockback.
- Playing "Circle Impact" can be very annoying when you cannot leave Bennett's field for extended periods.
Thoma
- Strong Pyro damage
- Versatile team options
- Requires investment
- Best teams use limited 5-stars
Shared Team Members
With Bennett
Bennett and Xiangling are the legendary National duo, providing Pyro Resonance, massive ATK buffs, and consistent AOE Pyro damage. Bennett acts as a battery for Xiangling's high-cost Burst, allowing her to maximize her damage while maintaining 100% uptime.
With Thoma
While Thoma and Xiangling can work together for Pyro Resonance, managing their energy and overlapping roles can be difficult. Thoma provides shielding and some additional Pyro application, but often struggles to compete with more offensive options in Xiangling teams.
Best Builds (Signature)
Weapon
Mistsplitter Reforged
Artifacts
Noblesse Oblige
Sands
Energy Recharge / HP %
Goblet
HP %
Circlet
HP % / Healing Bonus
Substats
Energy Recharge > HP % > Flat HP
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?
- In almost any team that scales with ATK (National, Raiden, etc.)
- When you need a high-speed healer to stay alive
- To provide a massive, reliable damage boost within a circle
- In Dendro Burgeon teams where you need slow, consistent Pyro
- If you need a shield that can be maintained by normal attacks
- When your main DPS needs interruption resistance (like Yoimiya)