Chapter 1: Act IV - Prelude: Bough Keeper: Dainsleif in Genshin Impact acts as the prologue to the fourth act of the Liyue chapter, introducing Dainsleif and setting up the narrative for the next major story arc. Here's a detailed walkthrough:
Prerequisites:
You must reach Adventure Rank 36 and complete Chapter 1: Act 3 - A New Star Approaches.
1. Initiating the Quest
1.Katheryne will inform you about a mysterious stranger in town who might have information about your sibling.
2.Ask Lawrence at the main gate: He'll mention that the stranger was last seen near the blacksmith.
3.Ask Wagner the blacksmith: Wagner notes the stranger asked about materials not available in Mondstadt.
4.Ask Charles at Angel's Share tavern: He'll direct you to wait upstairs.
5.Wait on the Second Floor of the Tavern:
6.Sit on the chair by the railing to trigger a cutscene where the stranger, Dainsleif, enters the tavern.
2. Meeting Dainsleif
1.After waiting, Dainsleif can be found sitting alone. Talk to him, where he'll ask for 500 Mora to discuss matters. He then quizzes you with three questions about your experiences and hypotheses:
2."The crisis Mondstadt faced was resolved by an alliance between yourself and that… Anemo Archon who calls himself Venti. Who, in your view, was the key to ending that crisis?"
3.Answers: It was Venti. / It was me. / Perhaps... none of them do.
4."Rex Lapis, who has defended Liyue Harbor for millennia on end, used his Gnosis to play down a Contract to End All Contracts, of which the stipulations are unknown. If you were to guess, what would his will be?"
Answers: "An era of peace." / "A prosperous future." / "His own death."
5."The Abyss Order's activity seems to be increasing. They are in search of something. What might that be?"
Answers: "A new leader." / "An ancient artifact." / "The meaning of life."
6.These questions do not have right or wrong answers; they're for character development and Dainsleif's commentary.
3. Investigation with Dainsleif
1.Dainsleif directs you here. Teleport to the area and meet him outside the temple.
2.Inside the temple, select the Abyssal Traces domain. You'll need to fight through enemies, including Hilichurls and Abyss Mages. It's recommended to bring a Cryo character for dealing with Pyro shields.
3.After clearing the domain, talk to Dainsleif. The Abyss Herald has already left, prompting your next move to Wolvendom.
4.Meet Dainsleif near where you fight Andrius. You need to investigate two bonfires:
5.Head east to find one bonfire; enemies will spawn when you approach.
6.Then go north for the second bonfire, where more enemies will appear.
To Stormterror’s Lair:
1.Dainsleif suggests checking Stormterror’s Lair next. Teleport to the entrance, cross the bridge to meet him, and then proceed north.
2.Clear out enemies near a Light Actuator. This might include two waves: one with Hilichurls and an Abyss Mage, followed by another with stronger enemies like Mitachurls.
4. Conclusion
1.After the fight, you'll sense something familiar. Follow Dainsleif to the cliff top using the wind current. Here, you'll examine a dandelion, triggering a memory of your sibling.
2.Dainsleif provides some cryptic information about the Abyss Order, Khaenri'ah, and your sibling, setting the stage for future conflicts and revelations.
Rewards:
You'll receive Adventure EXP, Primogems, Mora, Hero's Wit, Mystic Enhancement Ore, and various talent level-up materials upon quest completion.
Additional Tips:
•Make sure your team composition is well-balanced to handle various enemy types, especially those with elemental shields.
This quest not only progresses the story but also gives you hints about the larger narrative of Genshin Impact, involving the Abyss Order and the history of Khaenri'ah.
