How to Gift Genesis Crystals in Genshin Impact: A Traveler’s Guide to Currency and Kindness

Gifting in Genshin Impact: A Traveler’s Guide to Currencies and Kindness (Sort Of)

So, your friend is hooked on Genshin Impact? Good for you for wanting to help. You might think, “I’ll send them some Genesis Crystals!” Not so fast. Gifting in Genshin is complicated. It’s not as simple as you might hope. Let’s explore the complexities of gifting.

We will specifically talk about Genesis Crystals and Primogems. Prepare yourself for a convoluted system; it’s quite a mess.

Direct Gifting? Fuhgeddaboudit!

First, let’s shatter your dreams. Genshin Impact does not allow direct gifting of Genesis Crystals. No cute “send gift” button exists next to a friend’s name. Mihoyo (now HoYoverse) believes this is a bit too generous. So, cross that direct gifting idea off your list.

Indirect Gifting: The Art of the Evasion

Fear not, generous friend! Just because you can’t gift directly doesn’t mean it’s impossible. There are, let’s say, indirect ways to achieve your gifting wishes. Think of it as avoiding a Ruin Guard without getting its attention. Possible? Yes. Easy? Not so much.

The Top-Up Tango: A Crystal Shuffle

One method is the “purchase a top-up for them” tactic. Your friend essentially plays the middleman in this crystal purchase. Here’s how it goes:

1. Your friend must visit a reputable platform that sells Genshin Impact top-ups, such as Codashop. These are digital marketplaces for in-game currency.
2. Your friend must enter their Genshin Impact UID and server (North America, Europe, Asia, etc.). Accuracy matters; don’t mistakenly top-up a stranger’s account unless you want to be very generous.
3. Your friend completes the purchase, buying a package containing Genesis Crystals. These will credit to their account.
4. Now comes the awkward part: your friend shares these crystals with you. They don’t transfer directly. They “facilitate” the gift using their money. Trust and coordination are key, like a co-op mission with a novice.

See? It’s indirect and clunky, but somewhat gift-like.

Gift Cards: The Tangible-ish Token of Generosity

Another option is the age-old gift card. Think Apple or Google Play Gift Cards, depending on your friend’s device. These act like real-world Genesis Crystals.

The steps are simple:

1. Purchase an Apple or Google Play gift card (or whatever your friend uses).
2. Gift the card to your friend, perhaps with a snarky comment about their Genshin habits.
3. Your friend redeems the gift card on their platform.
4. With the balance, they buy Genesis Crystals through the in-game menu.

This approach mixes physical gifting with digital fun. Plus, who doesn’t love a gift card? It says, “I recognize your Genshin obsession, and I’m enabling it!”

Razor Gold Account: The Slightly More… Razor-Edged Approach

For the tech-savvy gifter, consider the Razor Gold account method. This acts as an intermediary currency. It’s like using Mora to buy Mora – a bit redundant but offers options.

Here’s how it works:

1. Your friend opens a Razor Gold account; think of it as a digital wallet for gamers.
2. They add funds to this Razor Gold account with a gift card or another method.
3. With your Genshin UID, server, and character name, they can buy Genesis Crystals or even a Welkin Moon subscription for you.

This method adds complexity but can help manage gaming transactions. It’s like farming Mora in a Ley Line Outcrop instead of doing commissions directly – effective but not the fastest route.

Genesis Crystals vs. Primogems: The Currency Conundrum

Now, let’s discuss currency in Genshin Impact. Genesis Crystals and Primogems are the main types you’ll encounter.

Conversion Capers: 1:1 Shenanigans

The good news? Genesis Crystals and Primogems have a simple connection: 1 Genesis Crystal = 1 Primogem. Yes, it’s one-to-one as stated in the game. Convert Genesis Crystals to Primogems and get the same amount back. Simple, right? But why two currencies?

Genesis Crystals are premium currency bought with real money; Primogems are in-game currency from quests and events. Think of Genesis Crystals as fancy currency. Primogems are everyday currency that still works great.

Primogem Power: What Can You Actually Do With Them?

Primogems are versatile in Genshin Impact. You can use them for a few key actions:

• Replenishing Original Resin: Need more Resin for farming? Primogems can help! The cost starts at 50 for 60 Resin and increases with refills.
• Buying Fates (Acquaint and Intertwined): Use Primogems for Fates – Acquaint for standard banners and Intertwined for limited ones. Each Fate costs 160 Primogems.
• Purchasing Battle Pass Levels: Want to speed level up your Battle Pass? Use Primogems at 150 per level. This is usually less efficient than buying Fates unless very desperate.

Platform Predicaments: Crystal Cross-Platform Chaos

A fun twist: Genesis Crystals are platform-specific. If you top-up on PlayStation, those crystals won’t appear on iOS, Android, or PC. They’re trapped in the PlayStation system.

The reverse is true too; crystals bought on PC/mobile won’t show on your PlayStation account. Your Genesis Crystal balance remains unique to each platform, while Primogems are shareable across platforms.

Primogem Procurement: The F2P (and P2W) Path

How do you earn Primogems? There are many ways, some effective without spending money.

Free-to-Play Primogem Paradise (Sort Of)

If you’re frugal, there are various ways to earn Primogems free of charge. It is a marathon effort. Consistent work pays off.

• Spiral Abyss Domination: The Spiral Abyss is an endgame challenge that yields Primogems, especially if you conquer its challenges.
• Daily Commissions:Your daily adventures yield Primogems too. Completing all four dailies gives steady returns each day.
• is key here.
• Events Extravaganza: Genshin Impact hosts many in-game events. These events often provide Primogem rewards. Take part in events, complete challenges, and gain your Primogem rewards.
• Questing Quest-tacular: Main story quests, character quests, and world quests are important. They also reward you with Primogems. Explore the world and enjoy the lore while earning precious Primogems.
• Achievement Addiction: Genshin Impact has many achievements. Completing them rewards you with Primogems. Play the game, discover, and watch the achievements and Primogems accumulate.
• Redeem Code Rhapsody: HoYoverse sometimes shares redeem codes. These can be exchanged for Primogems and other items. Stay updated on Genshin Impact channels for these codes. Use them quickly since they have expiration dates!
• Exploration Expedition: Explore new areas, find hidden chests, and search the open world. Teyvat is vast and filled with secrets. Many secrets reward you with Primogems.
• Serenitea Pot Shenanigans: Your teapot realm is not just a decoration. Place a character’s favorite Furnishing Set and invite them over. Chat with them to earn 20 Primogems. It’s a simple way to gain extra gems.

Primogem Prices: The Cost of Wishing

Let’s discuss the numbers. How many Primogems do you require to wish for characters and weapons?

• One Wish Wonder: You need 160 Primogems for a single Wish (includes Acquaint or Intertwined Fate).
• Ninety Wish Nirvana (Soft Pity): To reach soft pity, expect to need around 90 Wishes. This equals 14,400 Primogems (90 Wishes x 160 Primogems/Wish). Typically, reaching hard pity requires 90 wishes for character banners and 80 for weapon banners.

Gifting Beyond Crystals: The Realm of Digital Kindness (Limited)

Genesis Crystals can be challenging to gift directly. What about alternative forms of digital giving in Genshin Impact?

No Item or Character Handouts: Digital Hoarding

Prepare for some letdown: Genshin Impact does not allow direct gifting between players. You cannot send your friend that spare 5-star weapon or needed upgrade material. It’s every Traveler for themselves regarding items and characters. Trading characters? Not possible. Your Keqing is only for you.

Assisting Characters: A Tiny Token of Helpfulness

There is a small method of “gifting” in co-op play: Assisting Characters. Players can choose up to seven characters from their roster to assist friends in co-op domains. This isn’t true gifting, but it lets friends use your characters for domain runs. Think of it as a lending library, but with limitations.

Trading Services, Not Swords: The Player-to-Player Economy

No direct trading exists, but players may offer in-game services. There is no in-game marketplace for this, yet players exchange services like quest assistance, boosting, and leveling. This operates in a gray area. It relies on trust and off-game communication. It is player-driven, compensating for the lack of direct trading.

You cannot trade items or resources in Genshin Impact co-op. Co-op is for defeating bosses and domains together, not for trading.

Account Anxieties: The Don’ts of Digital Ownership

Now, let’s touch on account restrictions. These are relevant to gifting and digital ownership.

Account Transfer Taboos: Selling and Sharing Sins

Selling or sharing Genshin Impact accounts is prohibited. HoYoverse bans these actions. Engaging in account trading is condemned in the community. The penalties can be severe: temporarily suspended to permanently banned accounts. Avoid it. Protect your hard-earned progress.

Account Merging Mayhem: Server Separation

Want to merge accounts from different servers? Sorry, Genshin Impact does not support this. Servers are distinct, and you can’t transfer accounts or friends. Make your server choice wisely since you will be locked in.

Account Linking Liberties: PlayStation and the HoYoverse Hub

Some account linking options exist for PlayStation users. If you want to share Genshin Impact progress between PSN and Microsoft accounts (for PC/mobile), link both to the same HoYoverse account. This allows cross-platform play but does not bypass Genesis Crystal restrictions mentioned earlier.

Other Currencies and Cake: Odds and Ends

Here are quick notes on currencies and gifts in Genshin Impact.

Fates and Wishes: The Gacha Gateway

Remember Fates? Acquaint Fate and Intertwined Fate are keys for the gacha wish system. Use Primogems to buy Fates, then use Fates for Wishes. It’s a chain: Primogems -> Fates -> Wishes -> Characters/Weapons. Visit Paimon’s Bargains to purchase Fates with Primogems.

Birthday Cake Bonanza: A Yearly Treat

On your Genshin Impact birthday, you will receive a gift via in-game mail: “Cake for Traveler.” This item is more than decorative; it grants one Fragile Resin. You also get a decorative version of the cake as a keepsake of your birthday. This is a small but kind gesture from HoYoverse.

Genesis Crystal Prices: The Real-World Cost of Wishes

If you want to know Genesis Crystal costs, here is standard pricing (prices in USD may vary):

These prices are direct top-ups. Gift cards or indirect methods may have slightly different costs or availability.

In summary, gifting in Genshin Impact is less about direct handouts. It focuses more on individual spending. While Crystal gifting may not happen directly, there are mechanisms that allow for indirect generosity. Just know there are extra steps and platform quirks. Happy indirect gifting, Traveler!