When Can You Unlock The Chasm in Genshin Impact? A Comprehensive Guide
The Chasm, a mysterious and resource-rich area in Liyue, is a significant location in Genshin Impact. Unlocking it allows players access to unique materials, challenges, and a deeper understanding of the game’s lore. However, gaining entry isn’t as straightforward as simply stumbling upon it. You’ll need to meet specific requirements before venturing into its depths. So, when exactly can you unlock The Chasm?
The core requirements for unlocking The Chasm are: reaching Adventure Rank 28 or higher and completing the Archon Quest “A New Star Approaches,” also known as Chapter I: Act III. Once these prerequisites are met, you can begin the World Quest “Surreptitious Seven-Star Seal Sundering”, which unlocks access to the Chasm and its Underground Mines.
Unlocking The Chasm Step-by-Step
Here is a more detailed breakdown of the unlock process:
- Reach Adventure Rank 28: This is the first major hurdle. You’ll need to complete quests, open chests, and generally engage with the game to gain enough Adventure EXP.
- Complete “A New Star Approaches” Archon Quest: This is a crucial part of the main story and is a hard requirement. It’s necessary to have reached a point where you are ready to investigate further into the mysteries of Liyue’s history.
- Start “Surreptitious Seven-Star Seal Sundering” World Quest: Once the above requirements are met, this quest will become available, usually from a quest marker near the Chasm entrance in Liyue.
- Destroy the Bedrock Keys: This is part of the “Surreptitious Seven-Star Seal Sundering” questline. You will need to locate and destroy several bedrock keys using Geograna.
- Explore the Chasm: After completing the above steps, you can finally delve into The Chasm and its Underground Mines.
Why These Requirements?
These requirements are in place to ensure players are adequately equipped to handle the challenges within The Chasm. The enemies here are generally more powerful, and the exploration often involves mechanics that require a bit of prior experience in the game. This is a mid-to-late-game area and not designed for early players.
Exploring the Underground Chasm
Once you’ve unlocked the main entrance, you’ll still need to progress further to fully unlock the map of the Underground Chasm. This is done by completing The Chasm Delvers World Quest.
The Chasm and Story Progression
It is important to note that even though you can get to the Chasm after reaching Liyue, its associated Archon Quest (involving Dain) is part of a broader storyline, which includes Inazuma. So, while The Chasm itself can be unlocked quite early compared to Inazuma, understanding its complete story requires you to follow the narrative’s timeline.
FAQs: Common Questions About Unlocking The Chasm
Here are some frequently asked questions to further clarify the unlock process and other related queries:
Can I Unlock The Chasm Early?
No, there’s no official way to bypass the Adventure Rank 28 and Archon Quest requirements. These are hard blocks that must be met in order to start the unlock quest.
Can I Access The Chasm Before Inazuma?
Yes, you can access The Chasm after arriving in Liyue and completing the necessary quests, before heading to Inazuma. The Chasm is part of Liyue.
Can I Skip The Chasm For Sumeru?
You can’t directly skip the Chasm to get to Sumeru. However, while an Archon quest leads you to Sumeru, you can also use the Teleport Waypoint on the western edge of the Chasm area to access Sumeru (this is separate from needing to complete quests inside The Chasm to unlock Sumeru’s Archon Quest).
Can I Start Sumeru Without Finishing Inazuma?
Yes, while Sumeru’s main story follows Inazuma’s, you can get to Sumeru before finishing the main Inazuma storyline.
What is The Chasm Domain?
The Lost Valley is the main domain inside the Chasm that you unlock through World Quests and puzzles.
Why Can’t I Unlock The Chasm Quest?
Most likely you haven’t met the prerequisites. Double-check that you are Adventure Rank 28 and have finished the “A New Star Approaches” Archon Quest. If these are not completed the quest to unlock the chasm will not be offered.
How Long is The Chasm Archon Quest?
The main Archon Quest within The Chasm typically takes 4-6 hours to complete, but this time can increase if you’re also collecting all Lumenstones, opening chests, and completing other World Quests in the area.
What Adventure Rank Do I Need for Inazuma?
To access Inazuma, you must be Adventure Rank 30 and have completed the Archon Quest “The Immovable God and the Eternal Euthymia”.
What Adventure Rank Do I Need for Sumeru?
While you can access Sumeru from the Teleport Waypoint in the Chasm starting at AR 20, many of Sumeru’s events and quests have their own minimum Adventure Rank. It’s generally recommended to be around AR 30 before engaging heavily with Sumeru.
How Do I Fully Unlock The Chasm Map?
To fully unlock the Underground Chasm map, you must complete The Chasm Delvers World Quest.
What Are Bedrock Keys in The Chasm?
Bedrock Keys are large structures that block the entrance to the Chasm and must be destroyed by using Geograna.
How Do I Destroy The Bedrock Keys?
You must collect Geograna, which will float into a cage. When the core is in the cage, hit the cage with a character’s weapon. It will then fire a projectile at the Bedrock Key.
Is The Chasm Part of Liyue?
Yes, The Chasm is a subregion of Liyue.
How Do I Unlock Enkanomiya?
To unlock Enkanomiya, you need to reach Adventure Rank 30, complete the Archon Quest “Omnipresence Over Mortals”, and complete both “The Moon-Bathed Deep” and “Follow The Still Water’s Flow” World Quests.
Can I Skip Sumeru for Fontaine?
Yes, you can access Fontaine via a teleport waypoint in Sumeru’s desert region after completing the Mondstadt Prologue up to Act III. You do not need to complete the Sumeru Archon Quests to get to Fontaine.
By following these steps and addressing these common questions, you’ll be well-equipped to unlock and explore the mysteries of The Chasm in Genshin Impact. Remember to enjoy the journey and take the time to immerse yourself in the captivating world that Teyvat has to offer!