Lost in Teyvat? Let’s Pinpoint Inazuma, Shall We? Your Ultimate Guide!
You stare at your Genshin Impact map. You mutter, “Where in the seven nations is Inazuma?!” Don’t worry. You’re not alone in this. Inazuma, the land of the Electro Archon, lacks a giant neon sign that says, “We’re over here!” It is shrouded in mystery and surrounded by ocean.
Inazuma Location 101: Eastward, Ho! (But Not Too Fast…)
Let’s get the cardinal directions right. Inazuma isn’t just around the corner from Mondstadt. Think of Teyvat as a giant world map. Mondstadt, the starting point, is in the west. Liyue, the harbor, is south-east of Mondstadt. And Inazuma? Inazuma is further east of Liyue, across a vast sea.
Picture this: Mondstadt is your European vacation spot, Liyue is the vibrant Asian metropolis. And Inazuma? Inazuma is your secluded Japanese archipelago, full of tradition and chaos.
Getting Your Sea Legs: How to Actually Reach Inazuma
Knowing *where* Inazuma is, is half the battle. The question remains: how do you *get* there without becoming fish food? You can’t just swim. Teyvat’s oceans are not friendly like a neighborhood pool. Walking won’t help either. The weather around Inazuma is unwelcoming. Expect lightning.
Here’s the official route to Inazuma that avoids electrocution:
- Adventure Rank Checkpoint: AR 30 and Story Quest Ready! Before you set sail, ensure you are invited. This means hitting Adventure Rank 30. It’s the bouncer at the Inazuma VIP club. Finish the Liyue Archon Quests too, specifically Chapter II: Act I – The Immovable God and the Eternal Euthymia. It’s your official invitation – crashing is not allowed!
- In short: Adventure Rank 30 + Complete ‘Archon Quest Chapter II: Act I’. No shortcuts!
- Quest Ahoy! “Setting Sail” from Liyue Harbor Once you’ve ticked off the prerequisites, it’s quest time! The journey to Inazuma begins with the “Setting Sail” Archon Quest, found in Liyue Harbor. Head there, and the quest will guide you. Think of Katheryne at the Adventurers’ Guild as your travel agent.
- Quest Deets: “Setting Sail,” Archon Quest, Chapter II: Act I. Start in Liyue Harbor after finishing the story and hitting AR 30.
- Beidou’s Bennie: Your Ride to Inazuma Forget cruise liners; your ride comes from Beidou and her ship, the Alcor! Don’t wander around Liyue Harbor looking for her. Beidou anchors east of the Guyun Stone Forest. A bit of a detour, but who are we to question her?
- Getting on Board: Go east of Guyun Stone Forest, find Beidou’s ship, and chat with her to embark.
- Ritou Rendezvous: Not Inazuma Just Yet! You’ve arrived! …Or have you? Welcome to Ritou! Not quite Inazuma City, but close. Ritou is a port town and your initial foothold in the Electro nation. Think of it as immigration. Expect formalities.
- Ritou Realities: You’ll land in Ritou, a port town. More quests await before you can explore Inazuma’s mainland.
- Quest Chain Alert: Complete more world quests in Ritou before you’re free to venture further.
Alternative Routes? (Read: Cheating the System… Slightly)
The Archon Quest is the *intended* way to Inazuma. But what if you’re feeling impatient? Or you want to see if you *can* break some rules? Here are a couple of less conventional methods:
- Co-op Chaos: The Buddy System Exploit Desperate times call for desperate measures sometimes, that means relying on friends. If you know someone who unlocked Inazuma, you can their world in co-op and hitch a ride. Like sneaking into a movie theater – not intended, but it works. Just don’t blame us if it gets patched out.
- Co-op Caper: a friend’s world in Inazuma. Teleport to them. Boom. Inazuma access (sort of).
- Waverider Wonders: Summon Your Water Taxi (Later On) This isn’t a way to *initially* get to Inazuma, but once you’re *in*, you’ll find the Waverider. It’s like your personal water scooter. You can summon it at Waverider Waypoints. Super handy for zipping between islands after you unlock it during gameplay.
- Waverider Info: Unlocked in Inazuma. Summonable boat for island hopping.
Inazuma Region Rundown: More Than Just Pretty Scenery (Though It Is *Very* Pretty)
You’ve made it to Inazuma! Congratulations! But don’t expect an easy ride. Inazuma is beautiful but challenging. Exploration here is tougher than Mondstadt and Liyue. Expect environmental puzzles and tough enemies waiting for you.
- Inazuma City Proper: Narukami Island Beckons The heart of Inazuma, Inazuma City, itself is on Narukami Island. Here are shops, the Kamisato Estate, and all other city-slicker things you’d expect.
- City Location: Narukami Island. Your main hub in Inazuma.
- Environmental Hazards: Nature’s Obstacle Course that lightning we mentioned? Yes, Inazuma is full of that delightful natural… deterrent. Be prepared for environmental hazards, like thunderstorms and electro-charged water designed to keep you on your toes (or electrify them).
- Exploration Difficulty: Higher than Mondstadt/Liyue. Hazards are everywhere.
- Shrines and Ritou (Again): Points of Interest Beyond Inazuma City, locate various shrines, ripe for exploration and loot. You’ll likely revisit Ritou as you progress. It’s your gateway.
- Key Locations: Shrines for rewards, Ritou as a recurring hub.
Inazuma: A Slice of Japan in Teyvat
inspired by Japan. From architecture to clothing to cherry blossoms,Inazuma is Genshin’s love letter to Japanese culture. You’re spot on if you get a strong Japanese vibe.
- Cultural Blueprint: Japan. The inspiration is strong with this one.
Questing and Unlocking Inazuma’s Secrets
Inazuma isn’t just pretty; it’s packed with quests and unlockables. Here’s a rundown of key quest goodies:
- Archon Quest Chapter II: Act I (Again!): The Key to EntryThis questline is your VIP to Inazuma. No quest means no Inazuma. “The Immovable God and the Eternal Euthymia.” Do it now!
- Free Element Switch: Visit a Statue of the Seven in Inazuma to unlock Electro Traveler.
- Weather Control:“Oroboshi’s Legacy” quest removes Yashiori Island’s thunderstorm.
Raiden Shogun and Inazuma’s Ruler: It’s Complicated…
Inazuma is ruled by the enigmatic Raiden Shogun,
The Electro Archon has a complicated story. It’s time to dig into some Genshin lore:
- Double Identity: Raiden Ei and Shogun Puppet The “Raiden Shogun” is two beings in one. There’s Raiden Ei, the real Electro Archon, and Shogun, the puppet. The puppet acts as a public figure of authority. It’s like a CEO and their convincing robot. Plot twist!
- Two for One Archon Deal: Raiden Ei (the real Archon) and Shogun (the puppet). Wow!
- Age is Just a Number (Especially for Archons): Shogun Puppet’s Age The Shogun puppet running around Inazuma? It’s about 400-450 years old. Not young, but among Archons, that’s practically youthful.
- Puppet Lifespan: 400-450 years old. Relatively young for an artificial ruler.
- Raiden Ei’s True Age: Ancient and Wise Raiden Ei, the real Archon? She’s ancient, possibly thousands of years old. She’s in the same age group as Venti and Zhongli. These Archons have witnessed incredible things.
- Real Archon Age: Thousands of years old. Ancient and powerful being.
Loot and Rewards in the Land of Electro
Exploration in Genshin Impact brings rewards. Inazuma has unique treasures:
- Primogem Paradise: Story Quests and Shrine Diving Want Primogems? Completing Ayaka and Yoimiya’s story quests gives primo-currency. Don’t forget about the Shrines of Depths. They hide many Primogems.
- Primogem Sources: Ayaka & Yoimiya story quests, Shrines of Depths.
- Time-Gated Treasures: Patience is a Virtue Some Inazuma quests are time-gated. You must wait real-world days to proceed. One questline takes 7 days to complete. Genshin Impact teaches patience.
- Time-Locked Content: Some quests need daily resets over several days to finish.
Teyvat Region Tour: A Quick Culture Trip
Inazuma is inspired by Japan, but what about others? Here’s a quick tour of Teyvat’s cultures:
- Mondstadt: Germanic Charm (“Moon City”) – Imagine windmills, beer festivals, and a medieval vibe.
- Liyue: Chinese Grandeur (“Jade Moon”) – Features mountains, dragons, jade, and a busy harbor. Very East Asian and majestic.
- Sumeru: Indian and Middle Eastern Flair – Deserts, rainforests, and scholarly mystique. An exotic place.
- Fontaine: French Elegance (“Fountain/Spring”) – Expect fashion, artistry, and possibly some revolution. Ooh la la!
- Snezhnaya: Russian Chill (“Snowy”) – Winter is coming with political intrigue. Prepare for the cold.
General Traveler Tips: Leveling Up and Primogem Hoarding 101
Here are some general Genshin tips:
- Leveling Up Fast: Questing, Exploring, Dailies FTW Want to swiftly raise your Adventure Rank? Focus on quests, exploration, and daily commissions. Consistency matters!
- XP Grind Guide: Quests, exploration, and daily commissions. Complete them all.
- Primogems on Demand: Quests, Exploration, Events, Abyss Diving Need more Primogems? Quests, exploration, events, and Spiral Abyss are your allies. Play the game fully to gather Primogems.
- Primo Farming: Quests, exploration, events, Spiral Abyss. The usual.
- Spiral Abyss Unlocked: Cape Oath Challenge at AR 20 Unlock the Spiral Abyss at Adventure Rank 20. Go to Cape Oath in Mondstadt, solve a Seelie puzzle, and enter the Abyss. Get ready for a challenge!
- Abyss Access: AR 20, Cape Oath in Mondstadt. Seelie puzzle required.
- Wishful Thinking: Primogems for 90 Pulls Want that shiny 5-star character? Save Primogems! 90 wishes will cost 14,400 Primogems. Start saving now!
- Wish Budget: 14,400 Primogems for 90 wishes. Plan ahead.
Meet the Inazumans: Playable Characters from the Electro Nation
Let’s highlight some awesome playable characters from Inazuma:
- Kamisato Ayaka (Cryo Sword, 5-star)
- Kaedehara Kazuha (Anemo Sword, 5-star)
- Yoimiya (Pyro Bow, 5-star)
- Sayu (Anemo Claymore, 4-star)
- Raiden Shogun (Electro Polearm, 5-star)
- Kujou Sara (Electro Bow, 4-star)
This is your guide to navigating Inazuma in Genshin Impact. Explore wisely and avoid lightning strikes!
