5-star Polearm
Engulfing Lightning — Best Characters in 2026
Converts Energy Recharge above 100% into ATK, which is exactly what burst-heavy polearm users want.
Weapon Type
Polearm
Rarity
5-star
Best On
2 characters
Alternatives
10 similar
Best Characters for Engulfing Lightning in 2026
How to get the most out of it
The ATK conversion only counts ER above 100%, so do not overcap. Around 270% ER on Raiden is the sweet spot where the weapon and her A4 passive both pay off.
Alternatives & Similar Polearms
Staff of Homa · 5-star Crimson Moon's Semblance · 5-star Calamity Queller · 5-star The Catch · 4-star (free, fishing) Dragon's Bane · 4-star Favonius Lance · 4-star White Tassel · 3-star Lumidouce Elegy · 5-star Deathmatch · 4-star (Battle Pass) Dragonspine Spear · 4-star (event)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should use Engulfing Lightning?
It is best on Raiden Shogun, Xiangling. Converts Energy Recharge above 100% into ATK, which is exactly what burst-heavy polearm users want.
Is Engulfing Lightning worth pulling?
Only if the characters above are core to your account. The gap between a signature weapon and a refined 4-star alternative is usually 10-20%, which is less valuable than an additional character.
What are the alternatives to Engulfing Lightning?
Other strong polearm options include Staff of Homa, Crimson Moon's Semblance, Calamity Queller, The Catch.