Exploring Viktor’s Requests: A Guide to Winter Quest in Genshin Impact
Mondstadt. The city of freedom and wine. But also, Fatui diplomats in chapels? If you’ve roamed the City of Bards in Genshin Impact, you may have met a unique figure in the Church. This is Viktor, a Fatui diplomat with requests and a questline called “Tales of Winter.”
Forget about dragons and world-ending threats for now. “Tales of Winter” is a grounded side quest. It draws you into information gathering and the quirks of Teyvat’s inhabitants. So, if you are ready to fetch items for a Fatui operative, let’s begin. Expect dry humor from Viktor’s unique charm.
Starting Your Diplomatic Approach: Initiating Tales of Winter
To start this tale, head to Mondstadt Cathedral. Yes, where Barbara heals the city. But now, you seek a chat with a Fatui diplomat. Specifically, Viktor. He often loiters around the entrance, clearly not attending any hymns.
Approach Viktor and start a conversation. Expect no warm welcome. After all, he is Fatui. Prepare for veiled words and a hint of condescension. Engage in dialogue, and you’ll sense that Viktor is interested in gathering information. And that is your first step into the fetch quest.
Viktor’s Peculiar Requests: The Loot Collection Challenge
After a brief conversation, Viktor will share his task. It is far from glorious. He wants loot. But not just any loot. He seeks specific items dropped by fractions in Teyvat. He offers you a choice among three troublesome trinkets:
- Mitachurl Loot: These are the remnants of Mitachurls, aggressive Hilichurls with clubs and shields. Viktor seems interested in their belongings. Perhaps he’s starting a collection? Locations for Mitachurls are common across Mondstadt and Liyue. Check Windwail Highland and Stormterror’s Lair if you’re unsure where to start.
- Treasure Hoarder Loot: And then there’s the Treasure Hoarders. They are Teyvat’s more thuggish bandits. Viktor’s interest in their loot is less puzzling, given their profession. You can find them around Liyue in Lisha, Guili Plains, and Minlin. Expect some chaos when engaging them.
- Ruin Guard Loot: Now we discuss Ruin Guards. These ancient automatons guard technology and secrets. Viktor’s attention on them suggests a strategic interest. The Fatui likely study ancient tech. Ruin Guards are found around Dragonspine, Stormterror’s Lair, and Guyun Stone Forest. Prepare for tougher fights with these mechanical foes.
Once Viktor has laid out his options, choose the enemy type you feel prepared to face. The quest doesn’t specify which items to collect. This brings a delightful mystery. Defeating any of the types usually drops relevant materials. For Mitachurls, expect Hilichurl Masks or Bones. Treasure Hoarders drop Insignias, and Ruin Guards drop Chaos Parts or Cores. Engaging with enemies typically progresses the quest, and then it’s time to return to our favorite Fatui diplomat.
Returning to Viktor: Mission Accomplished (Sort Of)
With your loot in inventory, teleport back to Mondstadt. Speak with Viktor in the Cathedral again. He’ll acknowledge your efforts without enthusiasm. Do not expect praise or gratitude. Viktor is Fatui, after all. He may offer a cryptic remark about your usefulness.
After ‘completing’ Viktor’s task, you’ll receive your rewards, typically Mora and Adventure Rank experience. The real prize is the subtle flavor text and hints of Fatui operations within Mondstadt. “Tales of Winter” won’t deliver Primogems or game-changing items, but it gives insight into the quieter aspects of Genshin Impact’s world-building.
Remember, even in a world of elemental powers, the most fascinating quests are those that ask you to fetch monster parts for a suspicious diplomat. So, brave adventurer, explore the “Tales of Winter.” Just don’t expect a heartwarming end. It is the Fatui, after all.
