Unlocking the Thunderous Might of Raiden Shogun: Your Guide to the Weekly Boss Battle
Think you’re ready to fight the Raiden Shogun? Facing the Musou Isshin is no small feat. Getting to this electrifying boss fight in Genshin Impact requires more than strength. Prove your worth through some questing along the way. It’s not complicated, but you need to jump through a few hoops first.
Pre-requisites and Questlines: Your Path to the “End of the Oneiric Euthymia”
You can’t just walk into Inazuma and demand to fight the Shogun. There’s some preparation needed. To access the “End of the Oneiric Euthymia” domain, you must complete essential steps first.
- Adventure Rank 40 is Your Starting Line: This is your entry ticket. If you’re below AR 40, explore Teyvat and complete commissions! You can’t attempt Raiden Shogun’s quests until reaching this milestone. Think of it as a bouncer preventing your entry.
- Archon Quest “Omnipresence Over Mortals”: The Main Story Must Be Done: You can’t skip to the action! Finish the main Inazuma Archon Questline, “Omnipresence Over Mortals”. This narrative is crucial for understanding Raiden Shogun’s story. Plus, it’s worth the playthrough!
- “Imperatrix Umbrosa Chapter” – Raiden Shogun’s Story Quest, Acts I & II: The Real Key: After completing the Archon Quest and hitting AR 40, Raiden’s story quests become available. You’ll see them on the bottom left of your quest screen, just waiting.
- Act I: As Flowers Bloom Like Proof: You must start with Act I, “As Flowers Bloom Like Proof”. Treat this as an appetizer before the main course.
- Act II: Transient Dreams – The Final Hurdle: Completing the second act, “Transient Dreams”, unlocks the domain. Once you finish this, it’s time to battle a puppet!
With these quests cleared, your map will show the “End of the Oneiric Euthymia” domain. You can challenge Raiden Shogun when you’re ready for battle. Don’t forget to assemble your best team and stock up on Adeptus’ Temptations; you’ll need them!
Raiden Shogun: More Than Just a Pretty Puppet
Now that you’re ready, let’s discuss who Raiden Shogun actually is. She’s not just another boss Mihoyo added to frustrate players. She has deep lore behind her character.
What you face is a puppet. Yes, a puppet! This automaton is controlled by Raiden Ei, the current Electro Archon. Ei governs Inazuma with an iron grip. But there’s a twist: Ei has a twin sister, Makoto, known as Baal, who was the former Electro Archon before her death.
Ei created Raiden Shogun to represent Inazuma while she retreated into the Plane of Euthymia. This puppet serves as a dedicated stand-in. The Musou Isshin sword she wields? It was forged from Makoto’s divine power. A true legacy!
A Rogues’ Gallery of Weekly Bosses: Raiden in Context
Raiden Shogun is one of many challenging weekly bosses in Genshin Impact. Each one presents unique trials and valuable rewards for character growth. Let’s take a quick look at other notable weekly bosses.
- Stormterror Dvalin: The OG Pushover: Remember Stormterror Dvalin? He’s like training wheels for bosses. Easy to defeat now that you’re experienced.
- La Signora: Molten Moment Mayhem: Recall La Signora, the fiery Harbinger? Defeating her yields Molten Moments, a talent ascension material. Ironically, she helps Raiden level her talents.
- Scaramouche (The Balladeer): Hats Off to This Boss: To unlock Scaramouche, complete Sumeru Archon Quest, “Chapter 3: Act 5 – Where the Boat of Consciousness Lies”. This fight is challenging, and Scaramouche’s personality is… unique.
- Arlecchino (“The Knave”): Fontaine’s Fiery Foe: Fontaine introduces Arlecchino, “The Knave.” Unlock her after reaching AR 40 and completing necessary quests. Prepare for fiery battles!
- Guardian of Apep’s Oasis: Nahida’s Narrative and Nature’s Fury: For this boss, finish Act II of Nahida’s Story Quest. This encounter mixes Dendro elements with ancient tales.
Raiden Shogun’s Power: Archon Might or Just Hype?
How powerful is Raiden Shogun? The “Zhongli vs. Raiden” debate has endured longer than some Archon Wars. Zhongli may outperform her in raw power. Don’t doubt Raiden’s strength; she is formidable.
Lore-wise, Venti is often seen as the weakest of the Seven. Yet in team synergy, Raiden excels. If you main Eula, Raiden pairs perfectly with her. Their synergy enhances damage through Superconduct.
Power levels spark many discussions. For example, consider the Wiz vs. Raiden debate. While she’s clever and adaptable, Thor might overwhelm her with raw power. That’s comparing different universes! In Genshin, Raiden Shogun is a fierce competitor, a master of Electro skills. Make sure you’ve unlocked her domain before diving into battle!
