The arrival of a new five-star character in Genshin Impact is always a major event, and the upcoming Electro DPS, Flins, is poised to shake up the meta. As a powerful on-field damage dealer, preparing for his debut is crucial for any player looking to add him to their roster. Getting a character to their maximum potential on day one requires significant preparation, and that means farming. This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of all the Ascension and Talent materials needed to fully level up Flins, ensuring you're ready to unleash his storm-like power the moment you pull him.
By gathering these resources ahead of time, you can avoid the time-gate of resin and weekly bosses, allowing you to ascend Flins to level 90 and max out his key talents immediately. Let's dive into the specific items you'll need to start stockpiling.
Flins Ascension Materials & Farming Locations
To ascend Flins from level 1 to 90, you will need a combination of Electro gemstones, a specific world boss drop, a local specialty from Inazuma, and common materials dropped by elite enemies. Farming these efficiently is key to a smooth leveling process.
Total Ascension Materials Required:
- 1x Vajrada Amethyst Sliver
- 9x Vajrada Amethyst Fragment
- 9x Vajrada Amethyst Chunk
- 6x Vajrada Amethyst Gemstone
- 46x Storm-Fused Core
- 168x Naku Weed
- 18x Old Handguard
- 30x Kageuchi Handguard
- 36x Famed Handguard
- 420,000 Mora
Material Farming Guide
Vajrada Amethyst & Storm-Fused Core: Both of these essential materials are dropped by the Thunder Manifestation located on Seirai Island in Inazuma. You will need to defeat this world boss approximately 23 times (assuming an average of 2 cores per run) to gather the 46 Storm-Fused Cores required. While doing so, you will naturally accumulate the necessary Vajrada Amethyst gemstones. Remember that each boss encounter costs 40 Original Resin.
Naku Weed: This Inazuman local specialty is Flins' preferred ascension item. It grows in areas with high Electro concentration, most notably around the Mikage Furnace in Tatarasuna and on Seirai Island. A full clear of all Naku Weed locations will yield over 100 plants, which respawn every 48 hours. You can also purchase a small amount from Babak in Port Ormos and grow them in your Serenitea Pot for a steady supply.
Handguards (Old, Kageuchi, Famed): These common materials are dropped by the Nobushi and Kairagi samurai found all across Inazuma. An efficient farming route involves circling the islands of Narukami, Kannazuka, and Yashiori. These enemies are numerous, so consistent farming is the best approach to gather the large quantities needed for both ascensions and talents.
Flins Talent Level-Up Materials
Elevating Flins' talents is just as important as ascending him, as this is where his DPS potential truly shines. His talents require books from the "Light" series, more Handguards, and a specific drop from a weekly boss.
Total Materials for One Talent (to Level 10):
- 3x Teachings of Light
- 21x Guide to Light
- 38x Philosophies of Light
- 6x Old Handguard
- 22x Kageuchi Handguard
- 31x Famed Handguard
- 6x Molten Moment
- 1x Crown of Insight
- 1,652,500 Mora
Talent Material Farming Locations
Talent Books (Teachings, Guide, Philosophies of Light): These books are found in the Violet Court domain in Inazuma on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Prioritize farming these on their available days, using Condensed Resin to maximize your rewards and save time.
Molten Moment (Weekly Boss Material): This advanced material is a potential drop from the La Signora weekly boss challenge (Narukami Island: Tenshukaku) at level 70 or higher. As you can only claim rewards from weekly bosses once per week, it's vital to start fighting La Signora as soon as possible. If you receive other materials, you can use Dream Solvent at an alchemy table to convert them into the Molten Moment you need.
Crown of Insight: This rare item is primarily obtained through major limited-time events. It is also available as a reward for leveling up the Frostbearing Tree in Dragonspine, the Sacred Sakura in Inazuma, and the Tree of Dreams in Sumeru. Use it wisely, focusing on Flins' most impactful talent, likely his Normal Attack or Elemental Burst.
By following this guide and planning your resin usage, you can have a fully-built Flins ready for your team composition the moment he arrives. Good luck, Traveler!