How to Acquire Layla’s Ascension Materials in Genshin Impact
Getting Layla to her full potential in Genshin Impact requires a dedicated effort to gather her specific ascension materials. These materials are essential for increasing her level cap and maximizing her stats. The main materials Layla needs for her ascension include Shivada Jade fragments, various types of Scrolls, Nilotpala Lotuses, and Perpetual Calibers. Let’s delve into how you can farm each of these materials effectively.
Shivada Jade: Cryo Gemstones
Layla, being a Cryo character, requires Shivada Jade gemstones for her ascension. These gemstones come in four rarities: Sliver, Fragment, Chunk, and Gemstone. You’ll need a combination of these to ascend Layla through each of her six phases.
Farming Locations for Shivada Jade
- World Bosses: The primary source of Shivada Jade is through defeating Cryo-aligned World Bosses, namely the Cryo Hypostasis and Cryo Regisvine. Each of these bosses drops different rarities of Shivada Jade.
- Weekly Bosses: Certain Weekly Bosses can also drop Shivada Jade. Check your in-game Adventure Handbook for specific bosses.
- Crafting: Lower-rarity Shivada Jade can be crafted into higher-rarity versions at an Alchemy Table. For example, three Shivada Jade Slivers can be combined to create a Shivada Jade Fragment. Similarly, three Shivada Jade Fragments make a Chunk, and three Shivada Jade Chunks are used to make a Gemstone. This conversion process is essential to obtain the higher-tier gems needed for full ascension.
- Limited-Time Events: Keep an eye out for limited-time events, as these sometimes offer Shivada Jade as a reward. Participating in these events can significantly speed up the farming process.
Scrolls: Divining, Sealed, and Forbidden Curse
Layla also needs three types of scrolls: Divining Scrolls, Sealed Scrolls, and Forbidden Curse Scrolls. These scrolls are essential for her character ascension.
Farming Locations for Scrolls
- Samachurls: These scrolls are exclusively dropped by Samachurls, the Hilichurl shamans found in various locations throughout Teyvat. Higher-level Samachurls will drop higher-rarity scrolls. The most efficient way to farm these scrolls is to hunt down groups of Samachurls, especially around areas marked on the map where they congregate.
- Areas of Interest: Pay attention to areas marked on your map that indicate a higher presence of Hilichurls as these areas will generally have Samachurls in them. Using the interactive map can assist in identifying the locations of Hilichurl camps.
Nilotpala Lotus: Sumeru Local Specialty
The Nilotpala Lotus is a local specialty of the Sumeru region, required for Layla’s ascension.
Farming Locations for Nilotpala Lotus
- Bodies of Water in Sumeru: Nilotpala Lotuses grow near bodies of water in Sumeru, including lakes, rivers, and ponds. They are often found in clusters, but keep in mind that they respawn every two to three days, so you’ll need to revisit their locations periodically.
- Interactive Map: Utilizing an interactive map of Teyvat can pinpoint all the locations where Nilotpala Lotuses grow. These maps are extremely helpful for efficient farming.
- Nahida’s Skill: If you possess the character Nahida, her elemental skill will make farming these lotuses extremely efficient as they can be collected instantly with her skill.
- Respawn Time: Remember that local specialties have a specific respawn time, usually 48 hours (in-game time), so plan your farming accordingly.
Perpetual Caliber: Boss Material
Perpetual Calibers are boss materials dropped by the Aeon Blightdrake. This material is a crucial component in Layla’s ascension process.
Farming Locations for Perpetual Calibers
- Aeon Blightdrake: This boss is located in Sumeru and must be defeated to obtain Perpetual Calibers.
- Weekly Resets: Keep in mind that Bosses reset weekly so you can only claim the rewards once a week. This makes it important to make time to defeat them before the week resets.
Layla’s Specific Ascension Material Requirements
Here’s a breakdown of the exact materials needed to fully ascend Layla:
- Shivada Jade Sliver: x1
- Shivada Jade Fragment: x9
- Shivada Jade Chunk: x9
- Shivada Jade Gemstone: x6
- Divining Scroll: x18
- Sealed Scroll: x30
- Forbidden Curse Scroll: x36
- Nilopala Lotus: x168
- Perpetual Caliber: x46
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Layla’s ascension stat?
Layla’s ascension stat is Bonus HP%. This bonus increases with each ascension, granting up to 24% HP at her final ascension.
2. What is the best weapon for Layla?
The best 4-star weapons for Layla are the Favonius Sword and the Sacrificial Sword, with Favonius being considered the most universally effective. For 5-star weapons, the Key of Khaj-Nisut is considered the best, with other powerful options including the Primordial Jade Cutter and Freedom-Sworn.
3. Should I level Layla to 90?
Yes, Layla benefits significantly from reaching level 90. While she is functional at level 80 after final ascension, maximizing her utility requires reaching level 90.
4. What is Layla’s talent material?
Layla’s talent material is the Mirror of Mushin, which is dropped by the Shouki no Kami, the Prodigal (Scaramouche) boss.
5. Should I build Layla as a shielder or DPS?
Layla is primarily a shield support character, though she can be built as a sub-DPS, particularly in freeze team compositions. Prioritize her shield support if you need a character that can increase her survivability for your team.
6. How do I claim ascension rewards?
You can claim ascension rewards on the character’s particular Ascension Materials Preview screen. Here, you can obtain a free Acquaint Fate as a “Rank Bonus.”
7. Is Layla a rare character?
Layla is a 4-star rarity Cryo character.
8. What is the difference between Layla and Rosaria?
Rosaria is a crit buffer while Layla is a shield support/battery/sub-DPS. They serve different roles on a team with Rosaria providing critical buff and Layla supporting the team and providing shields.
9. Is Layla’s shield better than Zhongli?
Layla’s shield has similar damage absorption to Zhongli’s shield. The primary difference between the two characters lies in the weapons each character uses and that Zhongli can use Black tassel to boost HP.
10. Is Layla better than Diona?
Layla has better shield uptime, shield strength, and Cryo application compared to Diona. While Diona has AoE healing and the ability to buff team elemental mastery and attack.
11. Where can I find a farming route for Nilotpala Lotuses?
Many online guides and interactive maps offer efficient farming routes for Nilotpala Lotuses. These resources will optimize your farming efforts. Look for maps specific to the bodies of water in Sumeru.
12. Can I craft Shivada Jade at the Alchemy Table?
Yes, you can craft higher-rarity Shivada Jade using lower-rarity versions at the Alchemy Table. This is a key component to get high level materials needed for ascension.
13. Is it worth it to use Resin on bosses for Shivada Jade?
Yes, it is worth it to use your Resin on Cryo-related World and Weekly bosses, as they are the most reliable source of Shivada Jade and other necessary materials.
14. How often do Samachurls respawn?
Samachurls respawn relatively quickly in the game, usually around every 12 hours, but the amount of scrolls can take time to collect and the respawn rates vary.
15. How do I efficiently farm Layla’s materials?
Efficiency in farming means planning routes using interactive maps, understanding respawn times for local specialties and enemies, and consistently defeating the required bosses and enemy types. Using a good team composition to farm will also help and if you have Nahida then collecting the Nilotpala Lotus will be extremely efficient.
By understanding how to obtain these resources efficiently, you can quickly and effectively ascend Layla to her maximum potential, making her a valuable addition to your team. Happy farming!