Unlocking the Mystery: How Often Does the Traveling Merchant Appear in Genshin Impact?
The elusive Traveling Merchant, known as Chubby, is a highly sought-after visitor in the world of Genshin Impact. This unique NPC offers a selection of rare and exclusive Furnishings for your Serenitea Pot, making him a valuable resource for dedicated builders and collectors. But how often can you expect him to grace your realm with his presence? The answer, while not entirely random, has specific parameters that players should be aware of.
The Teapot Traveling Salesman, Chubby, appears only on certain days of the week, namely Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. This isn’t based on a chance or random event; instead, it’s a fixed schedule. He arrives precisely at 4:00 AM every Friday (server time) and remains in your realm until 4:00 AM the following Monday. This means you have a full weekend to access his wares and plan your purchases.
However, there’s a twist: Chubby appears randomly in one of four possible locations each week. These locations correspond to the different areas of your Serenitea Pot realm. So, while you know when he’ll be there, you won’t know exactly where until he appears. The good news is that his location is clearly marked on your map with a teapot symbol, similar to how Tubby‘s location is indicated. This makes finding him a breeze once the weekend arrives.
Keep in mind that on Fridays, Chubby’s shop will only be open to the player who owns the realm he is in. This means that if you’re visiting a friend’s realm, you won’t be able to access Chubby’s inventory until Saturday or Sunday. This system is put in place to ensure every player can purchase goods from their own traveling salesman first.
Understanding the Traveling Merchant’s Schedule
To reiterate, here’s a quick breakdown of when and where you can expect to find Chubby:
- Days of Appearance: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Arrival Time: 4:00 AM on Friday (server time)
- Departure Time: 4:00 AM on Monday (server time)
- Location: Randomly in one of four possible locations within your Serenitea Pot, marked on the map
- Friday Access: Only the realm owner can access Chubby’s shop on Fridays
Why is the Traveling Merchant Important?
Chubby offers a unique selection of Furnishings not found anywhere else in Genshin Impact, including items from the Traveling Depot. These include limited-time furnishings, resources, and sometimes rare materials useful for increasing your realm’s Adeptal Energy. Therefore, missing a weekend visit from Chubby might mean missing out on unique decorating opportunities and other essential resources. Regularly checking in with him every weekend ensures you don’t miss out on unique items to enrich your Serenitea Pot.
How to Visit Someone Else’s Traveling Merchant
While you can’t access another player’s Chubby on Fridays, you can purchase goods from their Traveling Merchant on Saturday and Sunday. Here’s how to visit someone else’s Serenitea Pot:
- Open your Friend List: Locate the friend you wish to visit.
- Click on their Avatar: Select their profile.
- Request Entry: Select the option to request to enter their Serenitea Pot.
- Look for Chubby: If it’s Saturday or Sunday, their Traveling Merchant will appear on the edge of their realm’s map.
Keep in mind that you don’t buy items from their Teapot Spirit (Tubby), but directly from their Traveling Merchant. The system is set up to allow you to explore and purchase from multiple players’ Traveling Merchants each weekend. This allows for the expansion of your collection and opportunities for purchasing items you may have missed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Traveling Merchant
1. What does the Traveling Merchant sell?
The Traveling Merchant, Chubby, sells a variety of Furnishings, sometimes rare, that can be used to decorate your Serenitea Pot. He also sometimes carries resources beneficial to realm management.
2. Does the Traveling Merchant’s inventory change every week?
Yes, Chubby’s inventory changes weekly. This means that what he has on one weekend might be different the next, so it is essential to check back each week to see what new goods he has available.
3. Can I use the Traveling Merchant in someone else’s Serenitea Pot?
Yes, but only on Saturday and Sunday. On Fridays, the shop is exclusive to the realm owner.
4. How do I get permission to visit someone’s Serenitea Pot?
You need to be on the player’s friend list and they must have their settings set to allow access to their Serenitea Pot.
5. Can I buy from the Traveling Merchant even if I haven’t unlocked all areas of my Serenitea Pot?
Chubby will only spawn in the areas you have already unlocked within your Serenitea Pot. If you have not unlocked an area, Chubby will not spawn there.
6. What is the difference between Chubby and Tubby?
Chubby is the Traveling Merchant who visits on weekends and sells unique Furnishings. Tubby is the Teapot Spirit who is always present in your Serenitea Pot and handles realm management tasks.
7. Can I speed up the Traveling Merchant’s arrival?
No, Chubby’s arrival time is fixed at 4:00 AM on Friday (server time). You cannot influence the speed or time of his arrival.
8. Will the Traveling Merchant spawn if I am not logged in?
Yes, Chubby will still appear in your Serenitea Pot even if you are not logged in. The schedule is based on server time, not your individual game activity.
9. Do I need to complete a specific quest to access the Traveling Merchant?
No, the Traveling Merchant automatically appears on Fridays once you have unlocked the Serenitea Pot.
10. What time does the Genshin day cycle happen?
Dawn, midday, dusk, and midnight occur at 06:00, 12:00, 18:00, and 24:00/00:00, respectively. The cycle repeats itself every 24 minutes.
11. How do I get Primogems from my Serenitea Pot?
By placing specific character sets of furniture, you can get 20 Primogems per character by speaking to them once they are placed.
12. Can I invite NPCs other than the Traveling Merchant to my Teapot?
Yes, after you complete “Idle Teapot Talk,” you can use the Realm Dispatch trinket to invite Companions to your Serenitea Pot via the Placement Menu.
13. How long is the main storyline in Genshin Impact?
When focusing on the main objectives, the main story of Genshin Impact is about 58½ Hours in length.
14. Is there anything that can stop Chubby from spawning during the weekend?
No, there aren’t any known events, quests, or special requirements that can stop the traveling merchant from spawning.
15. What is the most efficient way to use the Teapot?
The most efficient way to use the Teapot is to create the Furnishings that are most needed, and to use the teapot to complete weekly quests. Make sure to check with the Traveling Merchant every weekend and collect your primogems from companions in sets.
By understanding how the Traveling Merchant works, you can ensure that you don’t miss out on the unique treasures he brings each weekend. Happy building!