Hunting for Northlander Sword Billets? Your Guide to Weekly Boss Domination
So, you seek Northlander Sword Billets? You gaze at that weapon blueprint. You dream of crafting a masterpiece but lack the billets in Teyvat. Don’t sweat it. We’ve all faced this moment. The game dangles what you want just out of reach. But worry not, future swordsmiths! This guide maps your path to those tricky billets in the realms of weekly bosses.
What in Teyvat are Northlander Sword Billets Anyway? And Why Should You Care?
If you’re new or lost in Genshin Impact’s vastness (it happens), here’s the scoop. Northlander Sword Billets are essential crafting materials. They allow the forging of 4-star Swords at the blacksmith. They’re magical metal ingots, transforming common items into remarkable weaponry. Why care? If you lack 5-star swords (can we be pals?), these crafted 4-star weapons are essential for your team. They boast solid stats and helpful abilities. This is crucial, especially for free-to-play players or strategically cautious Primogem spenders.
Picture this: You crave a Prototype weapon. Maybe the Prototype Rancour for a DPS or the Iron Sting for support. These “billets” suddenly become keys to your character’s power boost. And thus begins the grind for weekly bosses.
Weekly Bosses: Your Golden Ticket to Billet Booty
Let’s dive into strategy. Don’t wander through Mondstadt souvenir shops (though they offer some billets). The real treasure lies in weekly bosses. These colossal beasts sit in Trounce Domains and Teyvat’s corners. They’re ready to test your skills and reward you with coveted loot.
Weekly bosses are domains you can confront each week. They yield valuable rewards, including Northlander Billets. To claim rewards, you must spend Original Resin, the game’s stamina. Think of it as your entry fee to the billet lottery. Each boss presents its unique challenge. Defeating them isn’t easy. A strong team, strategy, and sometimes luck are necessary.
Trounce Domains: Stepping into the Billet Battle Arena
Trounce Domains are where you face these weekly bosses. In early Genshin Impact regions, you’ll find several Trounce Domains, each with distinct bosses and rewards.
For Northlander Sword Billets, consider these domains:
- Mondstadt: The domains here (like Stormterror’s Lair for Dvalin) are part of the general weekly boss pool. They can drop various billet types, including Swords.
- Liyue: Liyue’s domains (like Golden House for Childe) boost your odds of obtaining Sword Billets. The drops are randomized. You’re not guaranteed a Sword Billet but face more bosses for higher chances.
- Inazuma: As you explore Inazuma, the domains (like Narukami Island: Tenshukaku for Raiden Shogun) also become part of your weekly billet farming.
Dominator of Wolves and Beyond: Facing Down the Billet Guardians
Now, let’s discuss specific bosses. The “Dominator of Wolves Challenge Reward” refers to Andrius, the Wolf of the North. He resides in Wolvendom in Mondstadt. He’s a classic weekly boss. The brief mentions Northlander *Claymore* Billet dropped by him and Trounce Domains. Weekly bosses typically drop billets from a pool that includes all weapon types, including Swords. So, while not guaranteed, Andrius and others like Dvalin, Childe, Azhdaha, and Raiden Shogun can all drop Sword Billets upon defeat.
Imagine this: you’re not exactly fighting these bosses *for* Sword Billets specifically, but encountering them for a *chance* at a billet, which *could* be a Sword Billet. This randomness is part of Genshin Impact’s charm and frustration.
Dream Solvent: Your Alchemic Ally in Billet Conversion
Now, if RNG isn’t kind and you keep snagging Claymore Billets while hoping for a Sword, fear not! Enter Dream Solvent. This alchemical material drops from weekly bosses (I told you they’re key!). It lets you convert one weapon type billet to another. It feels like magic! Use Dream Solvent to transform a Northlander Claymore Billet into a Northlander Sword Billet.
The key detail is Dream Solvent can drop when you claim Trounce Blossom rewards using Original Resin. The drop rate isn’t certain; estimates suggest around 33%. Thus, while you challenge bosses for billets, you also gain a chance at Dream Solvent, which assists your conversion needs if necessary. This RNG layer keeps you engaged (or slightly frustrated, depending on luck).
Embrace the Grind (and the RNG Gods)
Farming Northlander Sword Billets is a marathon. There’s no surefire method to obtain them instantly. It’s about consistency in challenging weekly bosses and wisely spending your Resin while hoping for good fortune. Rotate through your bosses, use Dream Solvent when available, and those Sword Billets will eventually come your way. Manage your expectations, maybe offer a small tribute to the RNG gods (just kidding… mostly), and relish the journey (and boss fights). Happy hunting! May your billet drops be ever in your favor!
