So, You Wanna Kaeya-Ice-Bridge Your Way to Inazuma, Huh? Let’s Talk About That.
Ah, Inazuma. A land of cherry blossoms and mysteries. You want to get there, right? Maybe you heard whispers. Maybe you saw videos. Or maybe you just really like Kaeya. The big question is: Can you ice bridge to Inazuma with Kaeya? Let’s dive in.
The Great Kaeya Ice Bridge Experiment: Myth or Reality?
Imagine this: you, Kaeya, the ocean, and a dream. A dream to glide across the water on ice, avoiding quests. Sounds epic, right? Reality check. You aren’t the first to try this. Many players have attempted to use Kaeya’s Elemental Skill to reach Inazuma. What did they find out?
- The Lengthy Journey: Prepare for a marathon! This takes about thirty minutes of ice bridging. That’s commitment.
- The Border Patrol: You might get surprisingly far. Lucky you! You’ll see Inazuma’s borders so close. But here comes Raiden Shogun. “Hold up,” she says. Zap! Lightning strikes. No Inazuma for you.
One player shared their story:
“Me and a friend tried to use Kaeya’s ice ability to travel to Inazuma. I hadn’t unlocked Inazuma yet, so we weren’t sure if it would work. It worked, and we reached the borders when lightning struck.”
See? You’re in good company in your thunderstruck quest.
Quest-Locked and Very Much Intended To Be
So, why lightning? Why the sudden stop? Inazuma is quest-locked. Mihoyo decided you can’t just walk in. You need to earn your entry via Archon Quests.
- Story Progression is Key: Unlock Inazuma after significant story progress. Think of it as needing a passport through epic quests.
- Teleport Barriers Say “Nope”: Even if you bypassed lightning, you’d face teleport barriers at Inazuma. These magical force fields keep you out until you’re ready.
The short answer: No, you can’t reach Inazuma using Kaeya’s ice bridge. This isn’t a glitch; it’s a game mechanic. Inazuma wants you to experience the intended journey.
Glitches, Bypasses, and Wishful Thinking
Thinking of glitches? There are no known glitches to bypass the quest requirements for Inazuma. Genshin Impact prevents shortcuts. Embrace the main storyline.
Co-op: Your Sneaky Material Gathering Loophole
You can’t ice bridge in, but do you need materials from Inazuma? Join co-op mode with friends who already unlocked Inazuma. You can’t progress the story, but you can farm materials.
Furina Says “Just Walk” (Eventually)
Here’s a bit of humor with Hydro Archon, Furina. Someone humorously said,
“NOW you can RUN/WALK to Inazuma with Furina!”
It’s not literally true, but it shows the intended path. Play through the game, and soon you’ll reach Inazuma naturally.
Kaeya: More Than Just an Ice Bridge Builder
Kaeya isn’t your shortcut to Inazuma, but he has plenty of worth! Let’s discuss why Kaeya is awesome:
- Cryo Application King: Kaeya excels at applying Cryo. His Elemental Burst, Glacier Waltz, creates icy blasts around your character. It deals steady Cryo damage, ideal for reactions like Melt and Superconduct.
- Skillful and Burst-y: His Elemental Skill, Frostgnaw, delivers quick Cryo damage. With his Burst, he becomes a solid Cryo DPS or support character.
- Teleporting Swordsman (Kind Of): He doesn’t teleport, but his attacks are swift. He moves well on the battlefield and excels at rapid attacks.
- Intriguing Lore and Personality: Beyond combat, Kaeya has excellent depth. He is witty and carries mystery. Did you know he is from Khaenri’ah? His relationships add layers to his character.
Inazuma: Worth the Wait
So, while you cannot bridge to Inazuma with Kaeya, unlocking it through quests is worthwhile. Inazuma is stunning and rich in story. Here’s a taste of what awaits:
- Adventure Rank and Quest Gates: Reach Adventure Rank 30 and complete “Setting Sail” to unlock Inazuma. It’s your ticket to new adventures.
- Raiden Shogun and Intrigue: Inazuma’s governance is complex. The Raiden Shogun isn’t a friendly deity. Expect political intrigue and resistance movements.
- Time Investment: Exploring Inazuma’s storyline takes time. The main quests take around 16 hours. Completionists need about 67 hours for full exploration.
Primogems and the Adventure Rank Grind: Fueling Your Inazuma Journey
Getting to Inazuma involves Adventure Rank grinding and Primogem management. Here are tips:
- Primogem Power-Up: Primogems help with Wishes (new characters or weapons). Get them from:
- Archon Quests: A great source!
- Achievements: Small challenges yield rewards.
- Events: Limited-time events often reward Primogems.
- Daily Commissions: This gives daily Primogem income.
- Spiral Abyss: A challenging, rewarding source of Primogems.
- Welkin Moon: Subscribing gives a steady Primogem flow over time.
- Adventure Rank Boost: Boost your Adventure Rank by focusing on:
- Quests: Do main quests, side quests, world quests!
- Exploration: Open chests and activate waypoints!
- Daily Commissions: Earn Adventure Rank experience!
- Ley Line Outcrops: Defeat enemies for rewards.
The thought of Kaeya’s ice bridge is fun but the real path to Inazuma is through adventure and patience. Enjoy exploring Teyvat, and soon Inazuma will be waiting for you when you’re ready. And Kaeya will be there, prepared for your properly unlocked adventures.
