Unlock Your Genshin Impact Character’s True Potential: A Talent Book Deep Dive
You have your new Genshin Impact character. Maybe you want to improve an old favorite. You’ve ascended them and given them a weapon. But why do they still feel weak? The secret lies in Talent Books.
Talent books are the hidden key to upgrading your characters. They unlock and enhance abilities. Characters hit harder and heal better. Ignoring talents is like having a sports car but only driving it in first gear. Don’t be that player.
Where to Find These Magical Tomes? (Hint: It’s Not the Library)
Talent books do not lie around in Teyvat’s bookstores. You have to search for them. Here’s how to find these important items:
- Domains, Domains, Domains: Look here for talent books. Domains of Blessing drop them every day. Each domain features different series, so plan your farming schedule. We’ll cover which domains drop which series.
- Chests: Keep searching for chests as you explore! They sometimes reward you with talent books, but this is unreliable. Treat it as a bonus instead of a main source.
- Parametric Transformer: Have spare materials lingering in your inventory? Use the Parametric Transformer to transmute them into talent books! It’s a gamble, but recycling is good.
- Events: Genshin Impact often has events. Many give talent books as rewards. Watch the event banners and join in! Free books are always a great deal.
Chests and the Transformer are good sources. However, Domains are where you will do the most serious farming for talent books. Let’s explore those domains further to see what books they offer.
Decoding the Talent Book Library: Which Book for Whom?
Things get complicated here. There is more than one type of talent book. There are series, each linked to specific characters. It’s a bit confusing, but knowing which to get is crucial. Here are some key series:
Gold Series
Gold sounds fancy, right? It is for these characters:
- Baizhu: The botanist from Bubu Pharmacy.
- Beidou: Captain of the Crux Fleet. Her skills are impressive.
- Traveler (all elements): Even the protagonist needs study!
- Xianyun: The human form of Cloud Retainer. Expect wind tricks.
- Xingqiu: The charming swordsman from Guhua Clan.
- Xinyan: Rock enthusiast and pyro user.
- Yanfei: Liyue’s top legal expert. She will vaporize you.
- Zhongli: The Geo Archon himself (retired). His meteor skills are impressive.
These characters need Teachings of Gold, Guide to Gold, and Philosophies of Gold to upgrade talents. Farm accordingly!
Light Series
If you seek a bright approach, the Light series is for:
- Chiori: An Inazuman designer with Geo flair.
- Gorou: General of the Watatsumi resistance. Loyal and buffing Geo.
- Raiden Shogun: The Electro Archon. Expect lots of thunder.
- Sayu: A tiny ninja seeking sleep. Anemo and stealth are her friends.
- Traveler (again): Quick learner, our Traveler.
- Yae Miko: The head shrine maiden with her Electro totems.
Light books are vital for those characters who shine.
Praxis Series
Praxis books suit a niche need, used primarily by:
- Wanderer (Scaramouche): The former Fatui Harbinger with Anemo powers. GameRant has guides for building him.
Farm Praxis books from the Steeple of Ignorance domain on specific days. Plan talent upgrades for the Wanderer well.
Diligence Series
If hard work defines you, these books suit characters like:
- Hu Tao: Director of Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. Master of pyro.
Diligence books drop from the Taishan Mansion domain on set days. Hu Tao mains should take note!
Order Series
This new series is for:
- Arlecchino: A Pyro Fatui Harbinger (a familiar theme). Intrigue is her game.
You need Teachings of Order, Guide to Order, and Philosophies of Order for leveling Arlecchino. This commitment is significant!
This list is not exhaustive but highlights key talent book series. Always check which books your character needs before spending Resin! Resources matter.
Domain Diving 101: Farming Those Books
You know which books to get. How to actually find them? Domains of Blessing are the best places. Enter a domain, defeat the enemies, and collect rewards using Resin.
Keep an eye out for the Overflowing Mastery event. During this event, you earn double the talent books at the same Resin cost. It’s a fantastic time for farming! Sportskeeda has a guide to optimize your farming during these events, especially with Fontaine reruns.
Talent Leveling: From Novice to Triple Crowned God
level 10. Some characters have constellations to push the limit higher.
Noelle’s “Invulnerable Maid” constellation raises her skill level by 3, potentially reaching level 13. Constellations can exceed the level 10 limit!
The Mythical “Triple Crown”
Triple Crown” signifies you’ve raised all three talents (Normal Attack, Elemental Skill, and Elemental Burst) to level 10. The investment needed is significant, including Crowns of Insight.
A Triple Crown character shows your dedication. It’s not necessary for most, but it serves as a way to showcase your commitment!
Bookkeeping for Books: Material Math
- Level 2: 3 Teachings (brown books)
- Level 3 to 6: Guides (silver/grey books) – you’ll need 21 Guides from level 2 to 6 for one talent, or 63 for all three.
- Level 7 to 9: Philosophies (gold books) – 22 Philosophies from level 6 to 9 for one talent or 66 for all three.
- Level 10: You need a Crown of Insight and more Philosophies!
The numbers add up quickly. Raising all three talents to level 9 (without Triple Crowning) requires 66 gold books and 63 silver/grey books per character. Start farming now!
Beyond Books: Mora and EXP – The Eternal Grind
- Expeditions:If you send characters on expeditions, they passively gather Mora and materials while you play. This adds up over time. Check your expeditions regularly.
- Daily Commissions: Finish your daily tasks! They consistently provide Mora, EXP, and Primogems. It’s like your daily Genshin chore, but rewarding.
- Bounties, Requests, and World Exploration: Explore Teyvat, completing bounties and requests in each area. The rewards include
- large amounts of Mora and other goods.
- Quests: Story quests and world quests offer rewards, including Mora and EXP.
- Chests (again!): Chests contain both Mora and EXP. Keep exploring!
- Sigil Exchange: Exchange regional sigils (like Anemo Sigils) for Mora and items in souvenir shops.
- Stardust and Starglitter Exchange: Unwanted wishes? Convert Stardust and Starglitter to Mora and Character EXP items in shops.
- Realm Currency (Tubby’s Shop): Your Serenitea Pot can be used for more than just decoration! Exchange Realm Currency for Mora and items from Tubby.
While IGN’s guide on Kamisato Ayaka’s materials centers on specific needs, the principles of leveling and gathering materials apply to all characters.
You now have a thorough guide into Genshin Impact talent books. Go forth, farm those domains, upgrade talents, and unleash your characters! Teyvat awaits your fully powered team!
