Deathmatch was introduced as a featured weapon in version 1.0 as a Battle Pass exclusive weapon alongside The Black Sword, Serpent Spine, The Viridescent Hunt and Solar Pearl. With CRIT Rate secondary stat, this weapon is often used to balance out the CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG ratio for characters. The passive of this weapon focuses on survivability when confronted by multiple enemies and focuses on maximising damage when targeting a single opponent.
The wielder of the weapon was a Gladiator who was a slave who belonged to Eberhart, a heartless aristocrat of early Mondstat. This weapon was given as a gift to the Gladiator after a tournament held in the Thousand Winds Temple. He was eventually slain by Vanessa while fighting for Eberhart, only to realise he was being used the entire time.
About Deathmatch
| Rarity | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Weapon Type | Polearm |
| Secondary Stat | CRIT Rate |
| Refinement Passive | Gladiator |
| Region | Mondstat |
| Series | Gnostic Hymn Series |
How to get Deathmatch in Genshin Impact?
Deathmatch is a Battle Pass exclusive weapon and this means that there is no other way to obtain this weapon apart from purchasing a battle pass. Upon purchasing Gnostic Hymn, in addition to Mora, Fragile Resin, Hero’s Wit, Talent Level-Up Books, Weapon Enhancement Materials, Intertwined Fates and Primogems, you also receive ‘BP Bounty’, which contains all the 4 Star weapons available in the Gnostic Hymn Series. You can obtain Deathmatch by clicking on it and confirming when prompted.
Upgrades
Ascension and Stats
| Ascension Phase | Level | Base ATK | Secondary Stat (CRIT Rate) |
| 0 | 1/20 | 41 | 8.00% |
| 20/20 | 99 | 14.10% | |
| 1 | 20/40 | 125 | 14.10% |
| 40/40 | 184 | 20.60% | |
| 2 | 40/50 | 210 | 20.6 |
| 50/50 | 238 | 23.80% | |
| 3 | 50/60 | 264 | 23.80% |
| 60/60 | 293 | 27.10% | |
| 4 | 60/70 | 319 | 27.10% |
| 70/70 | 347 | 30.30% | |
| 5 | 70/80 | 373 | 30.30% |
| 80/80 | 401 | 33.50% | |
| 6 | 80/90 | 427 | 33.50% |
| 90/90 | 454 | 36.80% |
Ascension Materials
| Items Required | Amount |
| Weapon Ascension Materials | |
| Boreal Wolf’s Milk Tooth | 3 |
| Boreal Wolf’s Cracked Tooth | 9 |
| Boreal Wolf’s Broken Fang | 9 |
| Boreal Wolf’s Nostalgia | 4 |
| Common Ascension Materials | |
| Dead Ley Line Branch | 15 |
| Dead Ley Line Leaves | 18 |
| Ley Line Sprout | 27 |
| Whopperflower Nectar | 10 |
| Shimmering Nectar | 15 |
| Energy Nectar | 18 |
| Total Mora | 150,000 |
Refinements
| Refinement | Effects |
| 1 | If there are at least 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 16% and DEF is increased by 16%. If there are fewer than 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 24%. |
| 2 | If there are at least 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 20% and DEF is increased by 20%. If there are fewer than 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 30%. |
| 3 | If there are at least 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 24% and DEF is increased by 24%. If there are fewer than 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 36%. |
| 4 | If there are at least 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 28% and DEF is increased by 28%. If there are fewer than 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 42%. |
| 5 | If there are at least 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 32% and DEF is increased by 32%. If there are fewer than 2 opponents nearby, ATK is increased by 48%. |
Availability
| Method | Obtainability |
| Paimon’s Bargains | No |
| Crafting | No |
| Overworld | No |
| Events | Gnostic Hymn (Battle Pass) |
| Epitome Invocation | No |
| Wanderlust Invocation | No |
| Character Event Wish | No |
Story
This crimson polearm has seen countless battles, and has borne witness to a certain gladiator's valor.
Its ice-cold tip was often drenched in the blood of its foes, to the thunderous applause of the crowd.
Bloodstained was the gladiator's fate, and freedom, so near yet so far, was often balanced on a knife's edge.
The dull sound of that crimson tip piercing flesh was many a battle's death-knell.
As the gladiator's final performance ended, their master spoke up amidst the thunderous applause:
"The promised number has been met. You have done well, and are a warrior worthy of great renown."
"Consider this weapon to be a parting gift... Yet, would you not consider fighting on?"
"Continue your brilliant performance as a free person, for your glory and for mine. What say you?"
Many years past, and the beasts and men who fell to that spear grew too numerous to count.
The duelist's weapon became known as undefeated, but his heart belonged to his young master.
As the gladiator's final performance ended, amidst thunderous applause,
His weapon fell to the bloodied sand as the red-haired maiden's scorching blade pierced the old warrior's heart.
As he fell, despondent, he turned his eyes to his beloved master, his noble lord who cherished him...
"Eberhart, Master Eberhart... Did my final performance please you?"
But his master's seat was empty, save for a wine goblet and silver platter, toppled in haste.
"At first, I fought for myself, for blood and battle-lust."
"But since a time I know not when, I have killed for my master."
"Only for the sake of others can we fight like wild beasts without care."
"Someone like you, who fights for her people and not for herself... Surely, you understand this as well."
Trivia
- This weapon is directly linked to the Gladiator’s Finale artifact set.
- The person who takes the life of the Gladiator is Vanessa.
FAQs
Is Deathmatch any good in Genshin?
Deathmatch is an incredible polearm in Genshin Impact as it not only boosts your CRIT Rate, but also your ATK and DEF, increasing the damage output as well as survivability. With the help of this weapon you can deal consistent critical damage to your enemies as a main DPS or a sub DPS character.
How do I get Deathmatch Genshin?
Deathmatch is obtainable in Genshin Impact by purchasing Gnostic Hymn. You can get this weapon if you buy the battle pass. Unlike most other weapons, this weapon is not obtained through gacha. This means that you can choose which weapon from the Gnostic Hymn series you want after making the purchase.
Who is best for Deathmatch Genshin?
A lot of characters can utilise the Deathmatch. However, only some can make use of it completely. Hu Tao and Xiao are ideal examples. Both these characters suffer from HP loss in combat, making the DEF bonus significant. They also deal AOE damage. This means that they can finish off all the small fries quickly and switch to the full ATK mode to take on the dangerous opponent. It also helps that these characters are DPS characters as the CRIT Rate substat makes it so that they can deal damage more consistently.
Final Thoughts
Deathmatch is one of the best, most versatile polearms out there as it can not only suit your main DPS, but also your sub-DPS. This weapon is one of the best when it comes to polearms as it helps deal damage as well as boost your CRIT Rate. Although a lot of players ignore DEF% due to it not being as effective as ATK and due to the existence of dodging, it can still be beneficial to have.
