S Physical Hunt · Light Cone
Best Boothill Build for 2026
Boothill is a Tier S physical hunt in Honkai: Star Rail. Best weapon: Sailing Towards A Second Life (signature). Best artifacts: Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge (4pc) + Talia: Kingdom of Banditry (Planar). Best F2P weapon: A Secret Vow (R5). Strongest team: Boothill + Ruan Mei + Fugue + Gallagher.. Rating: 9/10.
Best Build Overview
Why This Build Works
Boothill is a Physical Hunt. Boothill is a Physical Hunt unit who deals massive single-target Super Break damage, scaling with Break Effect and his own Weakness implant. Their best-in-slot weapon is Sailing Towards A Second Life (signature) and their core set is Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge (4pc) + Talia: Kingdom of Banditry (Planar).
Key Stat Threshold
Build Boothill around Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge (4pc) + Talia: Kingdom of Banditry (Planar) with Break Effect% / Physical DMG / Speed main stats and Break Effect% > Speed > ATK% > CRIT substats. Prioritize Skill > Ultimate > Talent > Basic.
Current Meta Status
Currently rated Tier S (9/10 — premier single-target Break DPS.). Physical Hunt — single-target Super Break nuker who scales with Break Effect and Weakness implants.
Best Boothill Teams in 2026
Physical Hunt — single-target Super Break nuker who scales with Break Effect and Weakness implants.
Strongest Team
Boothill + Ruan Mei + Fugue + Gallagher.
Best F2P Team
Boothill + Asta + Gallagher + Trailblazer.
↳ Full Boothill team guide — all comps, F2P options & slot replacements → ↳ Boothill best weapon & artifact ranking →
Rotation Guide
Skill to implant + heal -> Ultimate for the gauge -> Enhanced Basics to stack charges -> detonate in the buffed window.
Entry vs Endgame Build
Focus on main stat correctness. Set bonuses matter less than having correct main stats.
Optimize substats for perfect ratio. Sacrifice HP/DEF for more offensive stats.
Summary: Is Boothill Worth Building?
Boothill is a Physical Hunt unit who deals massive single-target Super Break damage, scaling with Break Effect and his own Weakness implant. He excels at deleting bosses and Physical-weak enemies. With the right investment, Boothill performs at a 9/10 — premier single-target Break DPS. level in current content.
When NOT to use this character
Boothill is a Physical Hunt, so they slot into teams that need that attribute and role. Outside that niche a different unit may fit better.
In-Depth Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Boothill build in 2026?
The best Boothill build in 2026 uses Sailing Towards A Second Life (signature) with Iron Cavalry Against the Scourge (4pc) + Talia: Kingdom of Banditry (Planar). Main stats: Break Effect% / Physical DMG / Speed. This setup maximizes their damage and keeps their rotation smooth.
Is Boothill good in the current meta?
Yes — Boothill scores 9/10 as a physical hunt, and fits into Boothill + Ruan Mei + Fugue + Gallagher..
What is the best F2P weapon for Boothill?
The best free-to-play weapon for Boothill is A Secret Vow (R5). It provides competitive damage without requiring the weapon banner, making it a great budget option.
What is the best Boothill team in 2026?
The strongest Boothill team in 2026 is Boothill + Ruan Mei + Fugue + Gallagher.. Boothill + Asta + Gallagher + Trailblazer. is the best budget alternative.
What are the best artifact main stats for Boothill?
Prioritize Break Effect% / Physical DMG / Speed on Boothill's artifacts to maximize performance.
Who are the best teammates for Boothill?
Boothill + Ruan Mei + Fugue + Gallagher.