Unraveling the Chi of Yore Quest in Genshin Impact: A No-Nonsense Guide
You found the “Chi of Yore” quest in Genshin Impact, but you feel lost in Liyue. Don’t fret. We all feel that way at times. This quest can be tricky if you’re just wandering around Qingce Village. Here’s a straightforward guide for tackling the Chi of Yore quest.
Step-by-Step to Chi Mastery: Your Quest Walkthrough
Let’s simplify this quest for you. Think of it as a treasure hunt, but you’re not looking for gold.
Investigating the Ruin: Sherlock Holmes Time
Your journey starts with examining some ruins. The game gives vague directions to the ruins. Your first task is to explore this area. Seems simple? In Genshin, the obvious can trip you. Interact with shiny spots. Examine odd objects. Keep looking until the game decides you’ve done enough.
Optional Enemy Takedown: Because Why Not?
The quest also says to “Defeat enemies (optional).” ‘Optional’ means different things in Genshin. While you could sneak past enemies, you’ll likely end up in combat. Treat it as good practice. You might score good loot or not. Practice is key for the Spiral Abyss, right?
Qingce Village Gossip: Ask the Locals
Now, let’s meet the locals in Qingce Village. You need information about fragments. It’s like gathering clues in an RPG. Talk to named NPCs; they often share vital info, even tips on where to find radishes. Someone holds a key piece of information. Pro-tip: be nice, even if they ramble about cabbages.
Granny Ruoxin Knows Best: Wisdom of the Elders
In the village, seek out Granny Ruoxin. She is the wise elder and has seen many Travelers pass by. Granny Ruoxin shares crucial details about fragments. Listen closely; her lore guides your next steps. Plus, she’s got stories worth hearing. Respect your elders, especially those who aid your quests.
Geo Statue Fragment Hunt: Crystal Gazing
Your next task is finding fragments. Look “near Geo Statues.” These are the ones near red/orange crystals. Jayhoon on YouTube points out they hang out with vibrant crystals.
Check out Jayhoon’s guide for words and visual guides on locations if you’re lost.
Activate these Geo Statues. There are three total, and activating them reveals crucial fragments. It’s like tuning to hear whispers from the past.
Qingce Peak Fragment: Reaching New Heights
The next fragment lies at “the highest point of Qingce Village.” Get ready to climb! The village is vertically inclined. The summit grants stunning views and another fragment. Look around, solve environmental puzzles (Genshin loves them), and earn your fragment. Remember, if it looks climbable in Genshin, it likely is. High points usually hide shiny rewards.
Deciphering the Fragment: Riddle Me This
With fragments collected, it’s time for a puzzle. “Decipher the fragment” comes next. Read descriptions carefully. They may hold riddles or clues about your surroundings. Often, fragments hint at environmental connections. Think spatially; don’t hesitate to test ideas. Speaking aloud may sometimes help or just make you feel more focused.
Vault Entrance Found: Open Sesame
After deciphering the fragments, seek a “way into the vault.” Genshin vaults lack obvious signs. Usually, it’s a secret door or clever trick involved. Use your fragment clues as guidance. Look for patterns, strange symbols, or anything unusual. The vault entrance awaits; just stay alert and maybe break a few stones. Genshin often rewards random destruction.
Vault Loot: Treasure Time
You’ve entered the vault! Now, “Search the vault.” This is your reward moment. Expect chests, potential enemies guarding treasures, and tasty loot options. Explore all corners. Chests hide in unlikely places behind pillars or small gaps. Claim your bounty and enjoy your celebration — you’ve finished the Chi of Yore quest! Treat yourself to some Sticky Honey Roast; you deserve it.
Geo Statue Deep Dive: More Than Just Pretty Rocks
Let’s discuss Geo Statues. They serve a purpose beyond decoration in Teyvat; they are quite powerful. Remember those statues near red crystals? Let’s find out more.
Activating the Crystal Statues: Energy Unleashed
As noted, these special Geo Statues lie “near red/orange crystals.” To activate, just press interact. But what’s their purpose? They are vital for Chi of Yore quest progression. Activating all three is a must. These crystals act like lenses for Geo energy; the statues amplify power somehow. Genshin lore can be abstract sometimes.
Fragmented Statues: Pieces of the Past
You may wonder about “geo statue fragments locations.” While the Chi of Yore quest includes whole statues, broken statues appear elsewhere in Genshin too. You might need to repair them or link fragments to larger puzzles. Stay alert for anything odd or incomplete—it could be a waiting fragment.
Leveling Up Regular Geo Statues: Geoculus Galore
Next, consider the Statues of the Seven used to attune to Geo and heal your party. You can “level up Geo Statues.” How can you achieve that? With Geoculus! These floating green orbs scatter across Liyue’s landscape.
Geoculus Hunting: Starry, Starry Night
Hunting Geoculus serves as its own minigame. Detect little white four-pointed stars on your minimap when nearby, as flagged by AI overview. Follow those stars! Beware; “Geoculus might hide in a cave below or hover high above.” They can be sneaky critters; some need climbing skills, gliding, or puzzle-solving to reach them. This makes for an exciting scavenger hunt.
Offering Geoculus: Statue Gratitude
After snagging a Geoculus, return to a Geo Statue of the Seven and “Give it to the Statue.” It’s a simple offering act. The statue appreciates your addition to its Geoculus stash? In turn, it rewards you handsomely.
Leveling Rewards: Stamina Boost and Shiny Things
“Each time a statue levels up, expect: Increased max stamina, Primogems, and EXP.” Stamina serves essential functions for gliding, running, climbing—basically everything enjoyable in Genshin. Primogems are precious currency for wishes (your chance at characters and weapons). EXP helps raise your Adventure Rank. Overall, leveling statues holds great value for your journey.
Statue Max Level: Level 10 Glory
The ultimate level for Statues of the Seven is “level 10.” Achieving max level for Geo statues requires collecting all Geoculus in Liyue—a completionist’s challenge (or test of patience). But leveling up those statues offers significant achievements along with gameplay advantages.
Ruin Hunter Rumble: Taming the Machine Beast
The Ruin Hunter appears in the “Chi of Yore” quest. These machines can seem daunting. But with a solid plan, they are just scrap metal waiting to fall.
Defeating the Chi of Yore Ruin Hunter: No More Ancient Tech
The goal is simple: defeat the Ruin Hunter during the quest. It’s not hard, but it needs some skill. Check out cyniic’s YouTube guide to
understand Ruin Hunter attack patterns. They can attack fiercely, but they have weaknesses.
Weak Point Exploitation: Eye Spy
The “weak point” is its eye. Particularly when it powers up its missiles. “Hit the eye during its charge” to break its strike and inflict extra damage. It’s like hitting reset on a broken machine.
Paralysis Power Shot: Flight Mode Folly
You can paralyze Ruin Hunters by hitting their weak point while they fly. This is key. Wait until it ascends, charge your bow. Aim for the glowing eye. Paralysis will send it crashing down, letting you unleash strong attacks. It’s like disciplining a wayward robot.
Elemental Advantage: Damage Multipliers
Ruin Hunters do not have a clear elemental weakness. But using elemental attacks is effective (your skills and burst). Elemental combos help. Combine Pyro with Electro for Overloaded. Overloaded knocks enemies back and applies steady damage. Test out different elemental combinations for your team.
Missile Dodging 101: Dance of Evasion
Ruin Hunter missiles can be troublesome if you’re static. To dodge, wait until missiles near you, sidestep, then dash back towards where they came from. This “sidestep and dash” move sounds tricky, but with practice, you’ll master it. Consider it a dangerous dance with machinery.
Fragments Revisited: Pieces of a Puzzle
Fragments appear often in this quest. Let’s discuss their importance.
Fragmented Monument Quest: Where Are They Hiding?
The “Fragmented Monument Quest” is part of the “Chi of Yore” quest. You seek fragments to assemble the tale and access the vault. “Where are the fragments?” They can be found near Geo Statues, at high points, and in hints from villagers and Granny Ruoxin.
Fragment Locations Recap: Treasure Map Time
Here’s a quick summary of “fragment locations”:
- Near Geo Statues surrounded by red crystals.
- At the peak of Qingce Village.
- Suggested by villagers and Granny Ruoxin (these are more hints than actual fragments).
Always explore and use elemental sight for interactive objects.
Deciphering Fragments Again: Words of Wisdom (or Riddles)
You must also “decipher fragments” after collecting them. This involves reading their descriptions to discover your next step. It’s part of solving the Chi of Yore quest. Some fragments offer clarity; others can be confusing. That’s Genshin for you.
Vault Finale: The Grand Prize
At last, the vault! It’s the end of your fragment seeking and puzzle-solving quests.
Vault Entry: Cracking the CodeVault Riches: Spoils of Victory
Once inside, search the vault for rewards. Expect chests, maybe some final enemies, and various treasures. The vault is like a pot of gold at the end of your quest. Loot it well, and enjoy the satisfaction of completing Chi of Yore. You deserve pride (and valuable items). If confused, guides like the one from
Polygon) can assist you. Have fun adventuring!
