Unlocking Shiny Things: A No-Nonsense Guide to Getting Brilliant Diamond Silver in Genshin Impact
As you explore Teyvat, you might find your Traveler looking basic. Don’t worry. You can upgrade your protagonist with shiny gems. The first step is to get the Brilliant Diamond Sliver.
The Quest for the Sliver: Adventure Rank and Katheryne are Your Friends
Here’s the deal: you won’t find a Brilliant Diamond Sliver by picking flowers. To access this gem, reach Adventure Rank 15. It shows the game recognizes your skills. “You’ve conquered a slime or two; you deserve a reward.”
After you reach AR 15, the Sliver won’t appear magically in your inventory. You need to claim it. Who do you claim it from? The reliable receptionist of the Adventurers’ Guild, Katheryne. She becomes your gem dealer.
Visit your nearest Adventurers’ Guild. Start a conversation with Katheryne. Politely ask for your Adventure Rank Rewards. Scroll to number 15. Among some Mora, you’ll find your Brilliant Diamond Sliver. It’s simple. No boss fights or puzzles, just some grinding and a chat with Katheryne.
Consider it your trophy for navigating Mondstadt or Liyue. You leveled up, you get shiny rewards.
Brilliant Diamonds: More Than Just Pretty Baubles
You may ask, “What now with my Brilliant Diamond Sliver?” These stones serve a purpose. Brilliant Diamonds, per the Genshin Impact Wiki, help with character ascension. Ascension breaks level caps and enhances character strength. So, that Sliver is crucial for powering up your Traveler.
The Brilliant Diamond family has various sizes. You start with the Sliver, the smallest type. As you ascend your characters, you’ll need larger forms: the Brilliant Diamond Fragment, the Brilliant Diamond Chunk, and finally, the full-fledged Brilliant Diamond. It’s an evolution of gemstones.
Just as coffee comes in different flavors, gems also vary. While we focus on Brilliant Diamonds for our Traveler, you’ll find gems like Agnidus Agate Sliver for Pyro characters, among others. Each element features its own gem type, adhering to the Sliver-Fragment-Chunk-Gem progression.
Adventure Rank: Your Ticket to Shiny Things (and More)
To secure that Brilliant Diamond Sliver, reaching Adventure Rank 15 is essential. Adventure Rank acts as your account level in Genshin Impact. It unlocks features and more rewards. Thus, leveling up is a wise move.
Many paths lead to Adventure EXP, the fuel for leveling up your Adventure Rank. Think of it as experience points for your entire account. Here are effective methods:
Quests, Quests, Glorious Quests
Quests are crucial for Adventure Rank progression, especially early on. There are different types:
- Story Quests: These quests push the narrative forward. According to IGN’s Genshin Impact guide, they provide the most efficient method to boost your Adventure Rank, ideal when starting. You discover Teyvat’s mysteries and meet intriguing characters.
- World Quests: Found by exploring and interacting with NPCs, these side quests may be simple or engaging mini-stories. They provide decent Adventure EXP and other rewards.
- Daily Commissions: You receive four tasks from the Adventurers’ Guild daily. Tasks involve defeating enemies or delivering items. Completing these delivers steady Adventure EXP that accumulates over time.
Exploration: Get Lost, Find Loot
Teyvat’s vast world encourages exploration from corner to corner. Why? Exploration yields rewards.
- Opening Chests: Across the world are chests of various rarities. Common chests give you Adventure EXP and Mora, while luxurious ones offer large rewards. Exploring and opening chests can passively grant Adventure EXP.
- Visiting Statues of the Seven: Statues serve as scenic landmarks and points of interest. Unlocking these statues grants Adventure EXP and rewards like Anemoculus or Geoculus for upgrading your Traveler’s abilities.
Other Avenues for Adventure EXP
Besides quests and exploration, many activities boost your Adventure Rank:
- Ley Line Challenges: Marked on your map, these involve enemy waves or item gathering. Using Original Resin clears these challenges for Adventure EXP and rewards.
- Domains: Instanced dungeons offer rewards like artifacts or weapon ascension materials. Completing domains can contribute to your Adventure Rank progress.
- Defeating Elite Monsters: Strong foes like Ruin Guards roam Teyvat. Battling these enemies grants Adventure EXP and valuable resources.
- Adventurer’s Handbook: This in-game guide outlines objectives and rewards for various tasks. Completing Handbook entries earns Adventure EXP and directs you towards helpful activities.
Co-op Mode: Team Up for Progression
Once you hit Adventure Rank 16, Genshin Impact expands with co-op mode. This allows teaming up with other players to tackle domains or explore together. While co-op won’t directly grant Adventure EXP, it makes grinding enjoyable and efficient.
Pro-Tips for Speedy Adventure Rank Leveling
Want to hit AR 15 quickly? Here are pointers:
- Prioritize Story Quests: Focus on main story quests for rapid gains, especially early on. Push through Archon Quests.
- Explore Thoroughly: Don’t rush; explore areas between quest markers and unlock every chest.
- Complete Daily Commissions: Make daily commissions a habit for consistent Adventure EXP.
- Utilize the Adventurer’s Handbook: Check regularly for tasks and rewards that guide your progress.
- Interact with NPCs: Talk to them to uncover quests and opportunities that boost your rank.
- the various NPCs you meet in your adventures. Engage with NPCs in the world. They may have quests or information to aid your progress. A random NPC might offer you a World Quest.
Currency and Resin Overview
Genshin Impact contains various currencies and resources. Knowing these can help in your advancement. Here’s a brief overview of key items linked to Adventure Rank and progression:
- Primogems: This is Genshin Impact’s premium currency. It is used for several things, like replenishing Original Resin and purchasing Acquaint Fate or Intertwined Fate for wishing on banners. IGN has a guide on obtaining and farming Primogems. You can gain them through Spiral Abyss, Daily Commissions, Events, and Achievements. There are also methods to get free Primogems by redeeming codes from Genshin sources or watching livestream events.
- Genesis Crystals: Consider Genesis Crystals as the currency bought with real money. You can convert Genesis Crystals to Primogems at a 1:1 ratio or use them for specific in-game purchases.
- Mora: This is the standard in-game currency. You use it for almost everything, like leveling up characters or buying items from shops. Mora is obtained from quests, chests, and as a reward for raising your Adventure Rank. Notably, reaching AR 60 converts additional Adventure EXP to Mora. You keep getting rewards even after reaching max rank.
- Original Resin: Resin acts as your energy resource in Genshin Impact. You need it to claim rewards from Ley Line Challenges, Domains, and bosses. It regenerates over time but can also be refilled with Primogems if you want to speed things up.
- Cor Lapis & Crystal Chunk: These are vital for character ascension and weapon crafting, but not directly tied to Adventure Rank. Cor Lapis, a Liyue specialty, is often located under cliffs in Liyue, especially Mt. Hulao. Characters like Zhongli and Keqing need it. Crystal Chunks are resources mined generally found inside caves or mines near mountainous areas.
World Level and Co-op Notes
Your Adventure Rank increase raises your World Level. World Level changes game difficulty, strengthening enemies while boosting their dropped rewards. A Gamerant article discusses level cap changes, noting higher World Levels lead to tougher Overworld enemies. Remember, World Level 9 adjusts Overworld Enemies’ stats to a higher difficulty. Level your characters accordingly!
Co-op restrictions relate to World Level and Adventure Rank. Players can join worlds only if their World Level and Adventure Rank are lower than or equal to that of the host. If you want to play with friends, ensure your World Levels match.
Your journey in Genshin Impact begins with obtaining your first Brilliant Diamond Sliver. This marks the start of enhancing your Traveler. Now go, explore, complete quests, and collect your shiny rewards!
