Getting Barbara in Genshin Impact is actually simpler than you might think, though there are a few key things to know about acquiring this helpful hydro healer. Let me walk you through the different ways you can add her to your team.
Free Barbara from Adventure Rank
The easiest and most reliable way to get Barbara is by simply playing the game until you reach Adventure Rank 18. Once you hit this milestone, you’ll receive Barbara completely free as part of the game’s progression rewards. This method is guaranteed and doesn’t rely on any gacha mechanics or special events.
Wishing on Banners
If you’re looking to get Barbara constellations or missed the AR 18 reward, you can obtain her through the game’s wish system. Barbara regularly appears in:
– Character Event Banners (as a featured 4-star)
– Standard Banner “Wanderlust Invocation”
– Starter’s Wish Banner
Best Banners for Barbara
When Barbara is featured on a rate-up banner, your chances of pulling her increase significantly. Keep an eye out for banners where she’s one of the featured 4-star characters – these give you the best odds of adding her to your roster or increasing her constellation level.
Using Starglitter Exchange
Sometimes Barbara appears in the Paimon’s Bargains shop rotation, where you can purchase her directly using Masterless Starglitter. This method requires:
– 34 Masterless Starglitter
– Timing your purchase when she’s available in the shop
Making the Most of Barbara
Once you’ve obtained Barbara, she proves incredibly valuable for new players. Her healing abilities can keep your team alive in tough situations, and she’s particularly useful for:
– Breaking Pyro shields
– Providing consistent healing
– Applying hydro status to enemies
– Supporting your main DPS characters
Team Building Tips
Barbara works especially well with:
– Pyro characters for vaporize reactions
– Cryo characters for freeze combinations
– Electro characters for electrocharged effects
Remember that while Barbara might not be the most powerful 4-star character, her utility as a healer makes her invaluable for early and mid-game content. Plus, her free availability means every player can benefit from her supportive capabilities while building their initial team compositions.
Don’t forget to level her talents and give her appropriate artifacts to maximize her healing potential. Even as you progress to more advanced characters, Barbara remains a reliable option for content that requires consistent healing.
