Nilou Materials Farming Guide
Nilou, Sumeru's most captivating dancer and a 5-star Hydro sword user in Genshin Impact, plays a key role in the region's Archon Quest. As the coordinator of the Sabzeruz Festival, which celebrates the birth of Lesser Lord Kusanali, Nilou has gained significant attention from players.
Renowned for her performances at the Zubayr Theater, Nilou is known for her elegance and grace on stage. She frequently acknowledges the contributions of her dance partners, design staff, and the audience, making her a beloved figure. To harness Nilou's power in the game, players need specific materials for her ascension.
Locations and Routes of Nilou Materials for Character Ascension
Aeonblight Drake
The Aeonblight Drake boss can be found to the east of Devantaka Mountain in Sumeru. Defeating this boss rewards you with 46 Perpetual Calibers.
Hydro Hypostasis
To gather materials from the Hydro Hypostasis, you will need:
- 1 Varunada Lazurite Sliver
- 9 Varunada Lazurite Fragments
- 9 Varunada Lazurite Chunks
- 6 Varunada Lazurite Gemstones
Varunada Lazurite can also be obtained from the Oceanid.
Padisarah
Padisarah is a regional specialty found only in Sumeru, and you will need 168 Padisarah. Here are three efficient farming routes for collecting Padisarahs:
[List of farming routes]
Fungi
Fungi are another unique enemy found in Sumeru. You will need:
- 18 Fungal Spores
- 30 Luminescent Pollen
- 36 Crystalline Cyst Dust
Fungi drop different materials based on their state. Here are three farming routes for efficiently collecting Fungal Spores, Luminescent Pollen, and Crystalline Cyst Dust:
[List of farming routes]
Locations and Routes of Nilou Materials for Talent Ascension
Raiden Shogun Domain: Tears of the Calamitous God
The Raiden Shogun’s domain, also known as End of the Oneiric Euthymia, can be found beneath the Grand Narukami Shrine in Inazuma. Gaining access to this domain requires completing the „Imperatrix Umbrosa Chapter: Act II – Transient Dreams“ story quest. This domain offers players the chance to obtain 18 Tears of the Calamitous God, a rare item available only once a week in this Trounce Domain.
Steeple of Ignorance Domain: Praxis Manuals
Located to the west of Chatrakam Cave in Sumeru, the Steeple of Ignorance domain is accessible on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Within this domain, players can collect a variety of Praxis manuals, including 9 Teachings of Praxis, 63 Guides to Praxis, and 114 Philosophies of Praxis. These materials are crucial for Nilou’s talent ascension.
Fungi: Gathering Fungal Spores and More
Fungi drops are essential for Nilou's ascension. To fully ascend Nilou, players need to gather 18 Fungal Spores, 66 Luminescent Pollen, and 93 Crystalline Cyst Dust. These items can be found by defeating various types of Fungi enemies throughout the game.
Crown of Insight: Limitless Potential
A total of 3 Crowns of Insight are necessary for Nilou’s highest level of talent ascension. These special items can be obtained by upgrading the Frostbearing Tree to Level 11, the Sacred Sakura’s Favor to at least Level 15, and the Sumeru Tree of Dreams to at least Level 5. Additionally, participating in limited-time events in Genshin Impact provides opportunities to acquire Crowns of Insight.
