What Adventure Rank Do You Need to Explore Fontaine in Genshin Impact?
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The question on many Genshin Impact players’ minds is: What Adventure Rank do you need to go to Fontaine? The good news is, unlike some previous region unlocks, the entry requirements for Fontaine are quite accessible. You do not need a specific Adventure Rank to access the Fontaine region itself. Instead, the primary requirement revolves around completing a certain portion of the main story.
How to Unlock Fontaine Access
The key to unlocking Fontaine lies in completing the Archon Quest Prologue, Act III: Song of the Dragon and Freedom. This Archon Quest takes place in Mondstadt, fairly early in the game’s storyline. Once you’ve finished this quest, you’ve met the necessary story progression requirement to access Fontaine.
There are two primary methods to reach Fontaine after completing the prerequisite quest:
- Automatic Teleport Waypoint Unlock: Once “Song of the Dragon and Freedom” is complete, a Teleport Waypoint south of Fontaine will automatically unlock. This will allow for instant travel to the region.
- Alternative Teleport Waypoint: You can also travel to the northeastern Teleport Waypoint in the Realm of Farakhkert desert area of Sumeru. This acts as an alternate entry point to Fontaine, provided you’ve completed the same Prologue quest.
So, to reiterate, you do not need to reach a specific Adventure Rank like 40 to get to Fontaine’s initial accessible area. Focus on finishing the Mondstadt prologue.
Unlocking Fontaine’s Archon Quests
While access to the region itself is not tied to your Adventure Rank, the actual Archon Quests within Fontaine do have requirements. To begin the Archon Quest Chapter IV, Act 1: Prelude of Blancheur and Noirceur, you will need an Adventure Rank of 40 or higher. This means while anyone can explore Fontaine initially, deeper story progression does have a level requirement.
This system ensures newer players have a chance to familiarize themselves with the game before diving into Fontaine’s main storyline while still providing immediate access to the new region upon completion of the game’s initial Archon Quests.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fontaine Access
To further clarify, here are some frequently asked questions about accessing Fontaine and other related topics:
1. What if I have finished the Prologue but can’t get to Fontaine?
Double-check that you have indeed finished Archon Quest Prologue, Act III: Song of the Dragon and Freedom. If you have, try logging out and back into the game. The teleport waypoint should appear on your map. Also, ensure your game is updated to the latest version.
2. Can I access Fontaine at Adventure Rank 1?
Yes, it is technically possible to reach Fontaine at Adventure Rank 1 as long as you’ve completed the Archon Quest Prologue, Act III: Song of the Dragon and Freedom. You can use the Teleport Waypoint located in Sumeru after that.
3. Do I need to complete any Sumeru quests to go to Fontaine?
No, you do not need to complete any Sumeru Archon Quests to unlock access to Fontaine. The necessary prerequisite is solely the Mondstadt prologue quest. However, the Sumeru Desert has a convenient portal to reach Fontaine, so completing parts of Sumeru may make things quicker.
4. How do I unlock the Fountain of Lucine in Fontaine?
Unlocking the Fountain of Lucine is very simple. Just walk near it. It is located just outside the Opera Epiclese, which is east of the Court of Fontaine city.
5. Is the Fontaine Archon Quest locked at a certain Adventure Rank?
Yes, while basic access to Fontaine isn’t Adventure Rank-locked, you will need an Adventure Rank of 40 or higher to start the Archon Quest Chapter IV, Act 1: Prelude of Blancheur and Noirceur.
6. Where is Mona from?
Mona Megistus is an astrologer who originally hails from Fontaine before moving to Mondstadt.
7. Is Fontaine located under Celestia?
No. Celestia is often depicted above Fontaine, showing it’s a separate location from Fontaine.
8. What country inspired Fontaine in Genshin Impact?
Fontaine is heavily inspired by France.
9. Who is the Hydro Archon of Fontaine?
The current Hydro Archon is Focalors, also known as the God of Justice. She is known for her adherence to law and justice.
10. How do I start Fontaine Daily Commissions?
To unlock Fontaine Daily Commissions, you need to speak to Katheryne at the Fontaine Adventurer’s Guild, located in the northeast of the Court of Fontaine.
11. When was the 4.0 update of Genshin Impact, which introduced Fontaine released?
Genshin Impact 4.0 was released on August 16th. The specific time depends on your timezone.
12. Are Melusines in Fontaine all female?
Yes, the Melusines are an all-female race of non-human NPCs found within the Fontaine region.
13. Is Lyney a good character from Fontaine?
Lyney is a 5-star character from Fontaine. He is a decent single-target DPS and a good character to build a team around, though not the strongest option in the game.
14. Why did the Oceanids leave Fontaine?
The Oceanids fled Fontaine because the waters changed and became full of pain and hatred following the death of the previous Hydro Archon.
15. Does Celestia hate the archons?
There seems to be some tension between the Archons and Celestia, with many Archons appearing to fear or resent Celestia, hinting at complicated relationships. The Archons do seem bound to them by rules we do not yet fully understand.
Conclusion
In summary, reaching Fontaine in Genshin Impact is primarily dependent on completing the Mondstadt Prologue Archon Quest rather than achieving a specific Adventure Rank. This allows both new and veteran players to explore the region early on. The main Archon quests in Fontaine will require Adventure Rank 40 to engage with. This design encourages players to both experience the new content and gradually build their power and progress in the story. So, finish up the Mondstadt story and get ready to dive into the nation of justice!