So, You Want to Learn About Round Two in Spiral Abyss? Let’s Go.
Ever looked at the Spiral Abyss in Genshin Impact, beat its challenges, and wondered, “Can I do that again?” You are not alone, Traveler. This vortex of tasks and rewards is central to the endgame grind. Let’s discuss how often you can return and get those Primogems.
Spiral Abyss: Monthly Reset Details
Forget about twice-a-month resets. Those days are gone. The Spiral Abyss now has a monthly cycle. Mark your calendars: the reset occurs on the 16th of each month. Just once a month. Savor the wait or regret it, based on your skill in the Abyss.
The Moment of Syzygy: Sounds Fancy, Means Reset Day
The term “Moment of Syzygy”? Sounds like something from astrology. In Genshin, it means Spiral Abyss reset day. Specifically, it refers to the 16th of each month. The Abyss rewards refresh, giving you another chance at Primogems. No cosmic alignments here; just a reset.
What Changes and What Stays the Same?
Let’s dive into what alters when the Abyss resets and what stays the same.
What’s New?
- Abyssal Moon Spire (Floors 11-12): Here is where the true action is. Expect a complete refresh of foes and Ley Line Disorders each month. New puzzles mean new chances to optimize your teams.
- Imaginarium Theater (Monthly): If you’ve unlocked it, the Imaginarium Theater also resets monthly, alternating with the Abyss. Expect new challenges and Elemental restrictions, with enticing Fantastical Blessings and Thespian Tricks to enhance gameplay.
What’s Forever?
- Abyss Corridor (Floors 1-8): These floors are one-time experiences. Rewards from the Abyss Corridor are yours permanently and do not reset. Clear them once, claim your loot, and count them as conquered.
Primogems and Beyond: Rewards of Abyss Success
Let’s discuss loot, because that’s why we face the Abyss’s trials.
Primogem Paradise
- Floors 9-12: Primogem Goldmine: Clearing Floors 9 through 12 with 9 stars nets you 800 Primogems per cycle. This is up from 600 Primogems before. Three stars give you 50 Primogems. Six stars give another 50. Nine stars yield 100 Primogems. Maximize stars for maximum Primogems.
- Early Floors: The Starter Pack: Floors 1-8 offer a one-time reward of 100 Primogems per star, up to 3 stars per floor. It’s good for newcomers, but remember, it’s a one-time deal.
- Imaginarium Theater Rewards: Don’t forget about the Imaginarium Theater! It also grants First Clear Rewards and Season Rewards, boosting your Primogem totals.
Beyond the Shiny Stones
- Trial of Abyss Rewards: The Abyss is more than just Primogems. It holds Hero Ascension materials. You earn Stellar Crystals, Invite Letters, and assorted Essences. Plus, you gain Foraging Stones and Hero Essences to enhance your characters.
Reward Retrieval: Check Your Mail!
- Inventory Full? Mail to Rescue!: Packed your inventory full of Abyss loot? No problem. The game will send overflow items through in-game mail titled “Spiral Abyss – Lost Items.” One mail appears per chamber, so no loot is lost.
- Claim or Lose (Except Primogems): Important note: unclaimed rewards, excluding Primogems, disappear after the reset. Primogems won’t vanish, but collect those other items quickly!
Preparing for Abyss Domination: Characters and Teams
Ready to form a squad to conquer the Abyss? Here’s what you need to know:
Leveling Up (Literally)
- DPS Powerhouse: Level 80+ Suggested: Your main damage dealers? Get them to at least Level 80. Every little bit helps against the Abyss’s tough challenges.
- Support Characters: Level 70 is Good: Supports can be less demanding. A solid Level 70 is usually enough for buffing, healing, and supporting your DPS.
Team Composition: Elemental Harmony
- Diversity is Key: Aim for a varied roster of 8 characters. Having at least one Pyro, Hydro, Cryo, Anemo, and Electro character provides flexibility against varying Abyss requirements and elemental shields.
Stats Matter: Artifacts and Weapons
- Energy Recharge: Burst On Demand: Energy Recharge is essential. Stack enough to let your characters use their Elemental Bursts often. Frequent bursts are key for Abyss success.
- DPS Stats: Crit Rate and Crit Damage: For damage dealers, aim for a minimum of 50% Crit Rate and 100% Crit Damage. Ideally, seek a 75/150 ratio for consistency in DPS and those satisfying critical hits.
Swapping Characters: Open World Stop
- No Mid-Abyss Changes: Considering changing characters mid-run? Nope. You must exit the Abyss and go to the open world to adjust your team. Plan wisely before entering!
Abyss All-Stars: Top Picks
- Usage Rates Show Success: Curious about who tops the Abyss charts? As of Version 5.1, characters like Furina, Zhongli, Xilonen (likely Xiangling), and Neuvillette frequently lead usage statistics. These characters deliver strong kits and elemental synergies that shine in Abyss battles.
Spiral Abyss 101: Basic Training
New to the Abyss? Let’s go over the fundamentals:
Unlocking the Abyss: Adventure Rank 20 or Higher
- Adventure Rank Requirement: Reach Adventure Rank 20 to unlock the Spiral Abyss. Keep exploring and leveling that Adventure Rank!
- Domain Entrance: Musk Reef Awaits: The Spiral Abyss portal is in the Musk Reef zone. Go to the entrance and choose it to start your adventure.
- Start Climbing: Choose “Spiral Abyss”: When at the entrance, simply select “Spiral Abyss” to begin.
Aim: Endgame Challenge
- The Top Test: The Spiral Abyss serves as Genshin Impact’s main endgame activity. It challenges your teams against tough foes and bosses. View it as a final test of your character setups and team dynamics.
- Facing the Abyss Order: Lore Connection: You battle against the Abyss Order, a mysterious faction with a grudge against the world. They are led by the Abyss Prince/Princess and control various Abyssal creatures. They aren’t polite in combat.
Structure: Two Levels of Trials
- Abyss Corridor (Floors 1-8): Starter Zone: The Spiral Abyss contains two sections. First is the Abyss Corridor, with its total of 8 floors.
- Abyssal Moon Spire (Floors 9-12): Endgame Arena: Post conquering the Abyss Corridor, you reveal the Abyssal Moon Spire, the true test of skill in Genshin.
No Co-op: Solo Challenge Only
- Solo Only: Want to tackle the Abyss with friends? Sorry! No co-op is allowed in the Spiral Abyss. It’s meant for solo players. Time to showcase your skill!
Extra Info: Tips for Surviving the Abyss
A few additional tips to help with your Abyss runs:
Abyssal Corruption: Remove the Blight
- Radiant Fragments and Pillars: Find Abyssal Corruption? Look for Radiant Fragments. Grab them and place them on nearby Radiant Pillars. This clears Abyssal Blight and weakens those corrupted foes.
Free Xiangling: Floor 3, Chamber 3 Reward
- Xiangling: Free Pyro Champion: Clear Floor 3, Chamber 3 of the Spiral Abyss, and you earn Xiangling for free. She is a top-tier Pyro character with her great Pyronado ability. A must-have for serious Abyss challengers.
Location Tips: Navigate Musk Reef
- Time Tunnel to Musk Reef: Finding the Spiral Abyss can seem tricky. Go to Musk Reef through the Time Tunnel.
- Seelie Guidance: Wind Current Access: Once there, lead three Seelies back to their courts. This creates a Wind Current,
- which lifts you to a Wormhole, your entryway to Musk Reef. Seelies truly help, even when leading you to danger!
So, can you redo Spiral Abyss? Yes! Once a month, on the 16th, challenges will renew. Now go ahead, Traveler, and conquer those Abyssal depths! May your stars shine bright and your Primogems multiply!
