What’s new in the version 2.1 update

There’s quite a bit to sit up for in Genshin Affect‘s model 2.1 replace. Referred to as “Floating World Underneath the Moonlight,” we’ll see a continuation of the Traveler’s journey within the area of Inazuma. That is capped off by quests, occasions, objects, characters (i.e., the Raiden Shogun, Kujou Sara, Sangonomiya Kokomi, and Aloy), and extra. Right here’s our information and overview that can assist you with the whole lot it’s essential to learn about “Floating World Underneath the Moonlight,” the model 2.1 replace in Genshin Affect.

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What’s new within the Genshin Affect model 2.1 replace – Floating World Underneath the Moonlight

New characters: The Raiden Shogun, Kujou Sara, and Sangonomiya Kokomi

Maybe one character that plenty of people are wanting ahead to in Genshin Affect‘s “Floating World Underneath the Moonlight” 2.1 replace is the Raiden Shogun. The ruler of Inazuma is named Ei. Nevertheless, she additionally serves because the embodiment of the Electro Archon, Baal. The Traveler has had just a few shut calls along with her, and we all know that she’ll cease at nothing till she completes her Imaginative and prescient Hunt Decree.

The Raiden Shogun is assisted by her trusted lieutenant, Kujou Sara of the Tenryou Fee. Opposing the loyalist forces are the rebels led by Sangonomiya Kokomi.

Observe 1: The Raiden Shogun (5-star) and Kujou Sara (4-star) might be a part of the “Reign of Serenity” want banner, which runs from September 1 till September 21. Sangonomiya Kokomi, in the meantime, may have her personal want banner previous this level.

Observe 2: You may check out our character build guide for the Raiden Shogun, in addition to our other guide for Kujou Sara. We’ll have a separate information for Sangonomiya Kokomi later.

Free 5-star promotional character: Aloy

A crossover that nobody anticipated, Aloy from Horizon Zero Daybreak/Horizon Forbidden West arrives in Genshin Affect. She begins out as a PlayStation unique throughout the model 2.1 replace. If you happen to’re on a distinct platform, then you definitely’ll want to attend till the model 2.2 replace (October 13). If you happen to’re a PS4/PS5 proprietor, you can get her early, then swap again to your PC the place she’ll nonetheless be a part of your roster.

Observe: You may check out our Aloy character build guide to study extra about her talents.

Seirai Island, Watatsumi Island, domains, and quests

Two extra islands might be added in Genshin Affect‘s Inazuma area as a part of the model 2.1 replace. Seirai Island is a spot surrounded by devastation and unceasing storms. In the meantime, Watatsumi Island is the bottom of operations of the resistance forces.

Alongside these, we’ll additionally see a trounce area, Narukami Island: Tenshukaku, which is the dwelling of the Raiden Shogun. Likewise, there’s the Palace within the Pool area which will be challenged to realize primogems and Electro sigils.

Observe: Seirai Island and Watatsumi Island will be unlocked in case you attain Adventure Rank 30 and full Act I of the Inazuma Archon quest. As for the Narukami Island: Tenshukaku trounce area, it requires you to finish all the saga, together with Act III (talked about under).

New bosses, enemies, and quests

You’ve had just a few run-ins with the Raiden Shogun and Kujou Sara. Now, your exploits lead you to “Omnipresence Over Mortals.” That is Act III of the Inazuma Archon quest, and the conclusion to the epic arc. This might be adopted later by the story quests for the Raiden Shogun and Sangonomiya Kokomi. These are generally known as “Imperatrix Umbrosa Chapter” and “Dracaena Somnoleta Chapter” respectively. Extra world quests will even be added to current areas.

As for bosses and elites, we all know that La Signora, the eighth of the Fatui Harbingers, will be battled. Aside from La Signora, we’ll get to tackle the Hydro Hypostasis and Thunder Manifestation, elite enemies that may be farmed each couple of minutes or so. Lastly, we’ll see Specters, floating creatures that roam the islands.

New supplies to farm

These enemies present supplies utilized by new characters:

• La Signora drops supplies used for high-level expertise ascensions. Examples embody Molten Second (utilized by the Raiden Shogun and Aloy), Ashen Coronary heart (utilized by Kujou Sara), and Hellfire Butterfly (utilized by Sangonomiya Kokomi).
• The Thunder Manifestation has Storm Beads and Vajrada Amethyst (utilized by Raiden Shogun and Kujou Sara).
• The Hydro Hypostasis has Dew of Repudiation and Varunada Lazurite (utilized by Sangonomiya Kokomi).
• Specters drop Spectral Husks/Spectral Coronary heart/Spectral Nucleus (utilized by Aloy and Sangonomiya Kokomi).
• As for fauna, you possibly can anticipate to bump into Amakumo Fruit in Seirai Island (utilized by Raiden Shogun) and Sango Pearls in Watatsumi Island (utilized by Sangonomiya Kokomi).

Observe: For different supplies, Kujou Sara merely requires Hilichurl masks and Dendrobium flowers. In the meantime, Aloy wants Crystal Marrow nodes and Crystalline Bloom/Shivada Jade from the Cryo Hypostasis. We’ll additionally embody extra guides for the remaining enemy encounters and farming areas quickly, so keep tuned.

New fishing system, occasions, weapons, and top-up boosts

Fishing will lastly arrive in Genshin Affect as a part of the model 2.1 replace. No, it’s not simply leaping right into a physique of water and grabbing fish, however actual mechanics. There will even be an occasion that’s tied to this explicit system. As of now, right here’s what the occasion schedule seems to be like:

• Hyakunin Ikki (September 2 to 13) – Deliver two characters to combat opponents in tag staff battles. The principle reward is the Celebration: Ikki title card.
• Lunar Realm (September 10 to twenty) – That is Genshin Affect‘s fishing occasion the place you’ll use bait and lures to catch extra stuff. We all know that the Moonstringer fishing rod is an event-exclusive reward. Nevertheless, it additionally bears mentioning that The Catch, a 4-star polearm, is rumored to be obtainable through the fishing system, too.
• Spectral Secrets and techniques (September 19 to September 26) – These are expedition-type duties.
• Moonlight Merriment (September 27 to October 5) – It is a multi-stage occasion the place you’ll partake in a pageant (you’ll even cook dinner and hand over your gourmand dishes). The principle reward here’s a 4-star claymore known as the Luxurious Sea-Lord.
• Passage of Cloud and Stars (September 28 to October 13) – This isn’t really an occasion. Quite, you merely want to go online (for a most of seven days) to say rewards reminiscent of Intertwined Fates. Sure, you possibly can obtain as much as 10 of those pink orbs used for featured want banners. Hopefully, you don’t find yourself with a replica Qiqi or Keqing.

Moreover, since I’ve already talked about weapons and needs/fates, you possibly can anticipate that Genshin Affect‘s “Floating World Underneath the Moonlight” 2.1 replace has new gear for the gacha crowd. The upcoming “Epitome Invocation” want banner (September 1 to 21) may have The Unforged (5-star claymore) and Engulfing Lightning (5-star polearm). The Engulfing Lightning, primarily based on uncooked numbers, is likely one of the greatest weapons for the Raiden Shogun.

Lastly, those that do prefer to spend additional might be glad to know that the 2x bonus for Genesis Crystals might be restored as soon as model 2.1 goes stay. Keep in mind, that is solely a one-time bonus for every worth/quantity of Genesis Crystals.

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