Update 3.6 for Genshin Impact has finally arrived, and here are all the changes and improvements mentioned in the patch notes. Update 3.6 has been dubbed A Parade of Providence. The massive update brings a ton of additions to the game. Apart from bug fixes and minor changes to the current game, this update brings new areas, characters, domains, equipment, enemies, and much more. Here is the complete list of patch notes for update 3.6 for Genshin Impact:
Genshin Impact Update 3.6 Patch Notes – Details
I. New Areas
New Areas: In Version 3.6, the areas, Gavireh Lajavard and Realm of Farakhkert in the Sumeru region will be available.
In addition, there will be new Fishing Points and “Radiant Spincrystals” in the new areas.
“Vourukasha Oasis – Amrita Pool” System Now Available
Plumes of Purifying Light can be found scattered across the land defended by Khvarena. Some of them have to be obtained via special methods.
◇ Unlock Criteria: Complete the World Quest “Heart of Amrita”
II. New Characters
5-Star Character “Beyond Mortality” Baizhu (Dendro)
Vision: Dendro
Weapon: Catalyst
The owner of Bubu Pharmacy, who is rarely seen without the white snake named Changsheng. His medicinal knowledge is encyclopedic, and his personal intrigues subtle.
- Elemental Skill “Universal Diagnosis”
- Baizhu controls a Gossamer Sprite that cruises and attacks nearby opponents, dealing Dendro DMG.
- Elemental Burst “Holistic Revivification”
- Baizhu enters the Pulsing Clarity state, creating a Seamless Shield that absorbs Dendro DMG with 250% effectiveness.
4-Star Character “Empyrean Reflection” Kaveh (Dendro)
Vision: Dendro
Weapon: Claymore
A renowned architect from Sumeru who perhaps cares a bit too much about too many things. He is an aesthete troubled by reality.
- Elemental Skill “Artistic Ingenuity”
- Kaveh uses Mehrak’s mapping ability for offensive purposes, initiating a radial scan that deals AoE Dendro DMG. It will also scan all Dendro Cores in its AoE and cause them to immediately burst.
- Elemental Burst “Painted Dome”
- Kaveh completely unleashes Mehrak’s energy and creates a cubic scanned space, dealing AoE Dendro DMG to all opponents within it, causing all Dendro Cores in its AoE to immediately burst.
III. New Domains
Domain of Blessing: Molten Iron Fortress
Unlock Criteria:
Reach Adventure Rank 22 or above
Or complete Archon Quest Prologue: Act III “Song of the Dragon and Freedom”
- Challenge the Domain to obtain artifacts in the “Nymph’s Dream” and “Vourukasha’s Glow” sets.
Domain: Somalata Inland Sea
Unlock Criteria:
Reach Adventure Rank 40 or above and fulfill certain criteria.
- Challenge the Domain to obtain rewards such as Primogems and Dendro Sigils.
Domain: Purification Spring
Unlock Criteria:
Reach Adventure Rank 40 or above and fulfill certain criteria.
- Challenge the Domain to obtain rewards such as Primogems and Dendro Sigils.
IV. New Equipment
1. New Weapon
Jadefall’s Splendor (5-Star Catalyst)
For 3s after using an Elemental Burst or creating a shield, the equipping character can gain the Primordial Jade Regalia effect: Restore 4.5 Energy every 2.5s, and gain 0.3% Elemental DMG Bonus for their corresponding Elemental Type for every 1,000 Max HP they possess, up to 12%. Primordial Jade Regalia will still take effect even if the equipping character is not on the field.
- During the event wish “Epitome Invocation,” the event-exclusive 5-star weapon Jadefall’s Splendor (Catalyst) will receive a huge drop-rate boost!
2. New Artifacts
Nymph’s Dream (4-Star and 5-Star)
2-Piece Set: Hydro DMG Bonus +15%.
4-Piece Set: After Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attacks, Elemental Skills, and Elemental Bursts hit opponents, 1 stack of Mirrored Nymph will be triggered, lasting 8s.
Vourukasha’s Glow (4-Star and 5-Star)
2-Piece Set: HP +20%.
4-Piece Set: Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst DMG will be increased by 10%. After the equipping character takes DMG, the aforementioned DMG Bonus is increased by 80% for 5s.
V. New Main Story
1. New Story Quests
Nahida’s Story Quest – Sapientia Oromasdis Chapter: Act II “Homecoming”
Permanently available after the Version 3.6 update
- Quest Unlock Criteria
- Reach Adventure Rank 40 or above
- Complete Archon Quest Chapter III: Act V “Akasha Pulses, the Kalpa Flame Rises”
- Complete Nahida’s Story Quest – Sapientia Oromasdis Chapter: Act I “Lingering Warmth”
Baizhu’s Story Quest – Lagenaria Chapter: Act I “The Heart of Healing”
Permanently available after 2023/05/02 18:00
- Quest Unlock Criteria
- Reach Adventure Rank 40 or above
- Complete Archon Quest Chapter I: Act III “A New Star Approaches”
- Complete Hu Tao’s Story Quest – Papilio Charontis Chapter: Act I “Yet the Butterfly Flutters Away”
- Complete Xiao’s Story Quest – Alatus Chapter: Act I “Butterfly’s Dream”
2. New Hangout Event
Hangout Event: Layla – Act I “Ever Silent Stars”
Permanently available after the Version 3.6 update
- Quest Unlock Criteria
Reach Adventure Rank 40 or above
Complete Archon Quest Chapter III: Act V “Akasha Pulses, the Kalpa Flame Rises”
3. New World Quests
- New World Quests: “Khvarena of Good and Evil,” “An Artist Adrift,” “Pale Fire,” “Monumental Study,” “Lightcall Resonance” and more.
VI. New Enemies
New Boss
During the battle, you will have to repel powerful opponents and protect the core on the battlefield under the attack of constantly-emerging monsters.
Located at Desert of Hadramaveth
Iniquitous Baptist
A creature of the Abyss Order that can manipulate multiple elements at once and use shields of the corresponding elements to defend against damage.
In battle, it will create Elemental Rings, through which it will channel a powerful attack. Use Reactions to destroy all the Rings to prevent the oncoming catastrophe.
Located at Gavireh Lajavard
Hydro Hilichurl Rogue and Anemo Hilichurl Rogue
Mysterious hilichurl warriors that can manipulate elements to a certain degree.
Such hilichurls will use Slimes in battle to enter a special state. Burst these Slimes to cause their effects to rebound on the Rogues.
Consecrated Horned Crocodile and Consecrated Fanged Beast
Lifeforms that became twisted and warped by eating some great being.
VII. Other Additions
Added Recipes:
- Bubu Pharmacy’s Herbalist Gui: Jade Fruit Soup
- Sumeru NPC Lambad: Fatteh
- Baizhu’s specialty: Heat-Quelling Soup
- Kaveh’s specialty: The Endeavor
New Achievement categories such as “Challenger: Series VII” and “Blessed Hamada,” and new Achievements added to the “Wonders of the World” and “Memories of the Heart” categories.
Brand New Namecards:
“Baizhu: Relief”: Reward for reaching Friendship Lv. 10 with Baizhu
“Kaveh: Domed Court”: Reward for reaching Friendship Lv. 10 with Kaveh
“Achievement: Infinitum”: Reward for completing all achievements under “Blessed Hamada”
“Achievement: Transient Twilight”: Reward for completing all achievements under “Challenger: Series VII”
“Sumeru: The Great Dream”: Reward for reaching Favor Level 48 with the Tree of Dreams
“Sumeru: Amrita”: Reward for making 6 offerings to the Amrita Pool
“Travel Notes: Crown of Glory”: Reward obtained via the BP system
Adds some prompts for loading screens.
“Genius Invokation TCG” Gameplay Update:
Character Cards: Kamisato Ayato, Arataki Itto, and Tighnari, and their corresponding Talent cards.
Invitation duels and guest challenges added to the Player List.
Support Card: Grand Narukami Shrine and new Equipment Card: Favonius Sword.
New Duel Replay Function: Travelers can watch the replay of the most recent Genius Invokation TCG duels by approaching Prince at The Cat’s Tail. Travelers can also favorite exciting recent games for future viewing.
Tree of Dreams, Vanarana: Increase in the Level Cap of Tree of Dreams to Level 50. After the Tree of Dreams’s Favor Level reaches its maximum, Dendro Sigils can be exchanged by approaching Khalid at Menakeri’s Treasure Shop.
Added Set 22 of “Paimon’s Paintings” chat emojis.
New Replication System Function:
New Guest Authorization: Guests can generate Replicas upon obtaining approval from the Serenitea Pot’s host.
Travelers can transfer Replicas with the sharing function enabled by searching for the corresponding Replica ID. Please note that transferred Replicas cannot be shared further.
New Animal: Tent Tortoise
Spiral Abyss
Floor 11 Ley Line Disorders changed to:
• All characters in the party gain a 75% Dendro DMG Bonus.
Updated the monster lineup on Floor 11 of the Spiral Abyss.
Updated the monster lineup on Floor 12 of the Spiral Abyss.
Starting from the first time that the Lunar Phase refreshes after updating to Version 3.6, the three Lunar Phases will be as follows:
Phase I:
Reverberating Moon
When the active character’s HP decreases, a shockwave will be unleashed at the character’s position, dealing True DMG to nearby opponents. This effect can be triggered once every 0.8s.
Phase II:
Erupting Moon
After a character triggers a Bloom reaction, all characters’ Bloom, Hyperbloom, and Burgeon DMG dealt is increased by 35% for 6s. This effect can be triggered once every 0.1s. Max 4 stacks. Each stack’s duration is counted independently.
Phase III:
Flourishing Moon
When DMG dealt by Dendro Cores (including DMG from Hyperbloom and Burgeon reactions) hits a character, Elemental Mastery will be increased by 200 for all characters in the party for 4s.
Update 3.6 for Genshin Impact is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, and PC. For more information on future updates and the complete list of patch notes, head over to the official Genshin Impact website here.