Leaving Sumeru Early: Consequences and FAQs for Genshin Impact Players
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Many players are captivated by the lush landscapes and intricate storyline of Sumeru in Genshin Impact. However, the question often arises: What happens if you leave Sumeru early? The answer, while straightforward, has nuances that are essential for a smooth gaming experience.
Leaving Sumeru City before completing specific quests will reset your progress within that questline. Specifically, if you exit Sumeru City during certain Archon Quests, any progress you’ve made within that immediate quest will be lost. Importantly, this reset does not erase your overall progress within the Sumeru region. Crucially, interpretation and association progress made during “Contemplation” segments are saved. This means if you correctly deduced a conclusion, you won’t need to redo that specific logic puzzle, only the active quest steps. Essentially, you’ll be restarting the current quest from the last check-point or from its beginning. This can be frustrating if you’ve invested a significant amount of time into a particular segment, so it’s vital to be aware of the implications before venturing away prematurely. It’s important to note this only applies when leaving Sumeru City specifically during relevant quests, not the entire region of Sumeru itself.
Why Does This Happen?
This quest reset mechanic seems designed to ensure that players follow the intricate narrative of Sumeru in a cohesive and intended manner. Certain story beats are dependent on the player being within Sumeru City, as the narrative unfolds in a specific, localized way. By returning to the city, you are ensuring that the story progresses as intended by the developers. While it may be temporarily inconvenient, it maintains narrative flow and avoids potential glitches or story-breaking issues.
What is Saved and What Isn’t?
As mentioned before, progress made during Contemplation is saved, allowing you to quickly redo that aspect of any quest. However, if you’re in the middle of a dialogue sequence, exploration, or combat challenge tied to a quest, you’ll have to restart that segment.
This is different from leaving other regions where quest progress is typically more persistent. Sumeru’s unique narrative and mechanics necessitate these differences.
FAQs: Sumeru and its Surrounding Regions
Here are some Frequently Asked Questions to provide a deeper understanding of Sumeru’s exploration and its relationship with other regions:
1. How long does it take to finish the Sumeru storyline?
The Sumeru storyline, known as Chapter III of the Archon Quests, is extensive. It is estimated to take around 14 hours to complete fully, with the longest individual act consuming approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. This makes it one of the more time-consuming Archon Quests in the game. The entire Sumeru Archon Quest is divided into 5 acts, which may take over 20 hours to finish.
2. Can I go to Sumeru before finishing Inazuma?
Yes, you can! Unlike Inazuma, which had strict progression requirements, Sumeru is accessible even if you haven’t completed the Inazuma Archon Quests. You can reach it by traveling west of Mondstadt and Liyue. This early accessibility allows for broader exploration for new and veteran players.
3. Do I have to finish Sumeru before Fontaine?
No, you are not required to finish Sumeru before exploring Fontaine. Players can access Fontaine even if they haven’t completed the main Sumeru storyline. A teleport waypoint in the northeastern part of Sumeru’s Realm of Farakhkert desert allows you to travel directly to Fontaine. You only need to complete the Prologue story in Mondstadt up to Act III to access this route.
4. Can I skip Inazuma for Sumeru?
You can, though it may make the story more complex to follow. As explained earlier, Sumeru is accessible without finishing the Inazuma Archon quests. This is a major difference from Inazuma’s entry requirements, and it allows for more freedom.
5. Can I skip The Chasm for Sumeru?
No, you cannot simply walk into Sumeru. While you don’t necessarily need to finish all the content in the Chasm, the main method of reaching Sumeru, aside from being up to date with Archon Quests, is through the Chasm. Exploring the Chasm opens up a path into Sumeru.
6. Is Sumeru as good as Inazuma?
Sumeru is generally considered a refreshing change compared to Inazuma. The gameplay includes new traversal mechanics, diverse landscapes, and an engaging storyline, often praised for its exploration and environmental elements. Sumeru is not necessarily ‘better’, but it is different, offering a more interactive environment.
7. What is the longest Archon Quest act?
The longest act in the game is “Akasha Pulses, The Kalpa Flame Rises,” part of Sumeru’s Chapter III storyline. It takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes to complete and is a significant portion of the Sumeru experience.
8. How many Primogems are in Sumeru?
Players can earn a substantial amount of Primogems while exploring Sumeru. Completing daily commissions yields over 2,000 Primogems, and exploring the Sumeru desert can get you another 2,000. Various chests and quests provide even more!
9. Will Sumeru get expanded?
Yes, there are plans for future expansions of the Sumeru region. Leaks indicate these expansions will be to the north and consist mostly of desert areas, further confirming the region’s desert-heavy terrain.
10. Is Dunyarzad dead?
No, Dunyarzad is not dead. You’ll find her alive and well in her usual spot in the bed near Nahida. During a particular Archon Quest, the Katheryne you interact with is actually Nahida taking control of her.
11. Is Khaenri’ah beneath Sumeru?
Yes, Khaenri’ah is believed to be located deep underneath Sumeru and near the Chasm in Liyue. Dainsleif confirms it was a technologically advanced nation independent of the gods.
12. Did Nahida give up her Gnosis?
Yes, Nahida did trade her Gnosis with Dottore. She did so in exchange for information related to the rumors that “the skies over Teyvat are fake”.
13. What is the minimum level to explore Sumeru?
You need to reach at least Adventure Rank 35 and complete Chapter II of the Archon Quests (up to and including “Act IV – Requiem of the Echoing Depths”) to start the Sumeru Archon Quests.
14. How do I completely unlock Sumeru?
To fully unlock Sumeru, you need to complete the entire Aranyaka World Questline, at least up to Part III – Nursery of Lost Dreams. This will allow access to the full map of Sumeru. The area is part of the larger region of Sumeru known as the Lost Nursery.
15. Do I need a Dendro character to explore Sumeru?
While not absolutely mandatory, a Dendro character is highly recommended for exploring Sumeru due to the numerous Dendro-based puzzles. The Traveler, by resonating with a Statue of the Seven in Sumeru, can gain the Dendro element. However, a bow user like Collei can make activating these puzzles much easier.
Conclusion
Understanding the mechanics behind Sumeru’s quest system, specifically the consequences of leaving Sumeru City early, will greatly improve your gameplay experience. While a quest reset might seem irritating, it ultimately preserves the narrative integrity of Sumeru. By knowing what to expect, you can embark on your Sumeru adventure with confidence, ensuring that you get the most out of this expansive and immersive region. Enjoy exploring Sumeru, and don’t forget to take your time and appreciate its story!