Chapter 1: Liyue in Genshin Impact includes several acts, each with its own set of objectives and story developments. Here's a detailed walkthrough for each act:
Act 1: Of the Land Amidst Monoliths
Prerequisites: Reach Adventure Rank (AR) 23 and complete Prologue: Act III - Song of the Dragon and Freedom. You can refer to the more detailed walkthrough here: Chapter 1 Act 1: Of the Land Amidst Monoliths in Genshin Impact
Walkthrough:
1.Head to Liyue Harbor. Speak with three NPCs near the stairs leading to Yujing Terrace for information about the Rite of Descension.
2.Participate in the ceremony. After Rex Lapis appears dead, you'll need to escape by blending into the crowd or running straight past the guards.
Finding the Adepti:
3.Go to Jueyun Karst, set up food offerings, and solve a puzzle to meet Cloud Retainer.
4.At Qingyun Peak, interact with a stone tablet after defeating a Geo Hypostasis.
5.Head to Qingce Village, talk to Granny Ruoxin, and collect the Chi of Yore fragments. This involves solving a puzzle with statues.
6.After gathering the adepti, return to the Northland Bank to meet Childe, where Zhongli will join you to prepare for Rex Lapis's funeral.
Act 2: Farewell, Archaic Lord
Prerequisites: Reach AR 25. You can refer to the more detailed walkthrough here: Chapter 1 Act 2: Farewell, Archaic Lord in Genshin Impact
Walkthrough:
1.Help Zhongli with funeral preparations, which includes buying materials like Noctilucous Jade and Everlasting Incense.
2.Zhongli takes you to see Rex Lapis's body, revealing that it's not the real body but an Exuvia.
3.Childe reveals his plan to summon Osial, the Overlord of the Vortex, leading to a fight where you protect the Ballistas in the Jade Chamber.
4.After defeating Osial with the help of the adepti, Zhongli explains the true nature of the events and his identity as Morax.
Act 3: A New Star Approaches
Prerequisites: Reach AR 35. You can refer to the more detailed walkthrough here: Chapter 1 Act 3: A New Star Approaches
Walkthrough:
1.Ningguang summons you to discuss the aftermath of the incident with Osial and the loss of Rex Lapis's divine authority.
2.Explore the Chasm, where you encounter the Geo Archon's last contract, leading to more insights into Liyue's governance and the balance between gods and humans.
3.The act concludes with various quests that help establish the new order in Liyue post-Rex Lapis.
Additional Tips for Liyue Quests:
•Side Quests: Engage in World Quests around Liyue for additional lore, rewards, and to increase your reputation in the region, which can unlock further quests and rewards.
•Character Quests: If you have characters like Zhongli or Childe, consider doing their Story Quests for deeper character development.
•Reputation: Reach reputation level 3 in Liyue for the recipe to create Condensed Resin, which helps in farming materials more efficiently.
Throughout your journey in Liyue, remember to explore thoroughly, as the region is rich with puzzles, hidden treasures, and unique mechanics like the Geo Statues or the Chi of Yore. Each act not only progresses the main story but also enriches your understanding of Liyue's culture, politics, and its people.
