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Windtrace 2024 Seekers and Strategy Event Guide

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Genshin Impact - 4.6 Windtrace Seekers and Strategy Event Guide
Windtrace: Seekers and Strategy is the latest rerun of the hide-and-seek event for Genshin Impact 4.6. See how to play the 2024 Windtrace event, how to get more Wintrace Coins, and the all event rewards here!

4.6 Windtrace: Seekers and Strategy Event Guides
Genshin - Windtrace Hunter GuideHunter Guide Genshin - Windtrace Rebel GuideRebel Guide Genshin Impact - Windtrace Coin GuideWindtrace Coins Genshin - Windtrace Skill GuideWindtrace Skills

4.6 Windtrace Rerun Schedule

Windtrace 2024 Coin Limit and Unlock Dates

Coin Reward Maximum Limit Unlock Dates
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x1000
May 14, 2024
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x2000
May 15, 2024
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x3000
May 16, 2024
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x4000
May 17, 2024
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x5000
May 18, 2024
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x6000
May 19, 2024

The maximum amount of coins you can earn from playing Windtrace matches increase every day until it's at the 6000 Coin limit. After reaching the maximum limit, you can still play the game but no longer earn Windtrace Coins.

4.6 Windtrace Rerun Event Information

Windtrace Seekers and Strategy Event Details

Genshin Impact - Windtrace Seekers and Strategy Event Details

Event Start May 14, 2024
Event End May 27, 2024
How to Unlock Reach Adventure Rank 20+
Event Rewards
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image Genshin Impact - Mora Image Genshin Impact - Hero Genshin Impact - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image Talent Level-Up Materials

What is the Windtrace Event?

Windtrace is a Hide and Seek event where you get to play as either the Hunter or the Rebels. The Hunters' job is to seek out the Rebels in hiding, while the Rebels have to sneakily avoid getting caught and repair Signaling Devices!

Other Current & Upcoming Events

How to Play 4.6 Windtrace Seekers and Strategy

Start A Match by Talking to Gygax

Gygax is located north of Mondstadt City, just like in previous events. Talk to him to start a Windtrace match!

All 4.6 Windtrace Contested Zones

Contested Zone Signaling Device Locations

Canyon Confrontation

Winery Confrontation

Rumble in the Ruins

Ritou Runaround

Unlike previous runs, there are only four Contested Zones in the 4.6 Windtrace. Every time you start a game, a random Contested Zone will be chosen as the round's battlefield!

Play Hide and Seek in Co-Op

Genshin - How to Play Windtrace

Can You Play Windtrace with Friends?

Players can either have custom matches with their friends in Co-Op or play with random people. You can have up to 2 friends and 1 random match in a game and still collect coins!

If everyone in the round is four friends with no random match, you do not get coins.

Genshin Co-Op Boards
Genshin - Friend Request BoardFriend Request Board Genshin - Co-Op BoardCo-Op Board Genshin - Supporting castBoardSupporting Cast Board

Hunters and Rebels Team

Windtrace Event Roles
Genshin - Windtrace Hunter GuideHunter Guide Genshin - Windtrace Rebel GuideRebel Guide

A match will have one player as the Hunter and up to three players as Rebels.

The Hunter wins if they capture all Rebels, or if the time runs out. The Rebels win if they evade capture and repair 4 Signaling Devices before the time runs out!

Rebels Can Escape Once After Being Caught

Genshin - Windtrace 4.6 Rerun - Escape
In Version 4.6, if a Rebel is caught for the first time, they will be Exiled for a short time and then Freed after time out. Their Rebel friends can also free you earlier! If they are caught a second time, they're permanently out of the round.

Recommended Characters

Character Explanation
Xiao Image Xiao ・Reduced Stamina consumption while climbing allows you to reach elevated hiding spots faster.
Razor Image Razor ・Reduced Stamina consumption while sprinting allows you to escape faster.
Kaeya Image Kaeya ・Reduced Stamina consumption while sprinting allows you to escape faster.

Repair Signaling Devices as a Rebel

Genshin - Windtrace 4.6 Rerun - Signaling Devices
Six Signaling Devices are added in each round in Version 4.6. These devices prevent nearby Rebels from disguising. Rebels have to repair 4 devices to win the match!

Hunters need to prevent Rebels from repairing the devices before the timer ends or eliminate them all to win.

Devices Being Repaired Enter High-Speed Signaling State

Genshin - Windtrace 4.6 Rerun - Signaling State
When a Signaling Device is being repaired, it will emit a light visible to all players, meaning Hunters will be able to spot any Rebels near devices under repair!

Windtrace Windward Arts

Genshin - Windtrace 4.6 Rerun - Windward Arts

Windtrace Event Skills

During the event, your combat abilities will be replaced by Windward Arts depending on your role and which Windward Art you equip. You can equip Windward Arts in the Windtrace event menu as well as the match lobby.

Windward Arts Guide

Accomplish the Windtrace Challenges

Genshin - Windtrace - Strategic Challenge
Windtrace Challenges are objectives you complete as you play with either random players or with friends.The easiest way to complete Strategic Challenges is by asking your friends to help you in a custom Co-Op match!

If you don't have much friends to play Windtrace with, you can always make some in our Co-Op Boards:

Genshin Co-Op Boards
Genshin - Friend Request BoardFriend Request Board Genshin - Co-Op BoardCo-Op Board Genshin - Supporting castBoardSupporting Cast Board

Collect Windtrace Coins

Genshin - Windtrace Event Tokens
Windtrace Coins are Windtrace event tokens. Exchange Windtrace Coins for Primogems, Talent Ascension Materials, Character EXP Materials, and Mora!

Take a look at our guide for the fastest ways to get Windtrace Coins and a full breakdown of match rewards:

Best Ways to Get Windtrace Coins

Special Sprints Can't Be Used

Character with Special Sprints
Ayaka Image Ayaka Mona Image Mona

Ayaka's special sprint, Kamisato Art: Senho and Mona's Illusory Torrent cannot be used during the Windtrace matches!

Windtrace Event Rewards

Total 4.6 Windtrace Event Rewards

Windtrace 4.6 Rerun Event Rewards
Genshin - Primogem Icon Primogem x420 Genshin - Hero Hero's Wit x14 Genshin - Mora Icon Mora x240,000
Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Icon Mystic Enhancement Ore x16 Genshin - Debris of Decarabian Debris of Decarabian's City x8 Genshin - Boreal Wolf Boreal Wolf's Cracked Tooth x8
Genshin - Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator Icon Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator x8 Genshin - Guide to Freedom Icon Guide to Freedom x4 Genshin - Guide to Resistance Icon Guide to Resistance x4
Genshin - Guide to Ballad Icon Guide to Ballad x4

Windtrace Coin Rewards

Coins Rewards
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x500
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x1000
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x1500
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x2000
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x2500
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x3000
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x3500
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x4000
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x4500
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x5000
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x5500
Mora Mora x20,000
Genshin - Windtrace Coin x6000
Mora Mora x20,000

Strategic Challenge Rewards

Challenge Objectives Rewards
Obtained "Favor" once in one match
Obtained 150 repair value in one match
Completely repaired the first Signaling Device during one match
Captured a Rebel in one match

Previous Windtrance Event Runs

Windtrace 3.3 Rerun

Genshin - Windtrace Event
Event Start December 23, 2022
Event End January 06, 2023
How to Unlock Reach Adventure Rank 20+

In the 3.3 Windtrace rerun, new Windward Arts were added for Hunters and Rebels, with the Contested Zones in Inazuma, the Chasm, Mondstadt, and Sumeru!

Added Windtrace Skills in 3.3

Windtrace in Version 3.3 added new Windward Arts for both Hunters and Rebels.

Caught Rebels Can Still Play

After Version 3.3, Rebels who get caught can still play and assist their teammates. Caught Rebels will be invisible to all players, and are able to put down Beacons to fool Hunters.

Windtrace 3.3 Rerun Contested Zones

3.3 Windtrace Contested Zones
Genshin - Beneath the StoneBeneath the Stone Genshin - Deeper TidesDeeper Tides Genshin - The Pearl of SangoThe Pearl of Sango
Genshin - Rustic ShadowsRustic Shadows Genshin - Terrace PatrolTerrace Patrol Genshin - Water RunnersWater Runners
Genshin - Sacrosanct DominionSacrosanct Dominion Genshin - Gold Beyond the GrainsGold Beyond the Grains Genshin - Small Town Guerilla WarSmall Town Guerilla War
Genshin - Winery ConfrontationWinery Confrontation Genshin - Drifters in the Terrace DepthsDrifters in the Terrace Depths Genshin - In a City of Yore ConcealedIn a City of Yore Concealed

Windtrace 2.4 Rerun

Genshin - Windtrace Event
Event Start January 13, 2022
Event End January 27, 2022
How to Unlock Reach Adventure Rank 20+
Complete Chapter 2: Act 1 Archon Quest: Ritou Escape Plan

The Version 2.4 Windtrace Rerun featured areas in Mondstadt, Liyue, and Inazuma! See full details here:

Obscured Vision & Stamina Reduced

Genshin - Version 2.4 Windtrace Hunter Features
After Version 2.4, the Hunter's field of vision become obscured so they won't see the paths the Rebels take to hide. Stamina consumed by the Hunter is also greatly reduced!

Optimized Matching and Co-Op in 2.4

Genshin - Windtrace Matching Mode
The Version 2.4 brought new features to the event. The matching prompt has been optimized and accepting will directly transfer the players to the preparation interface!

2.4 Contested Zone Stages

Stage Map Location
Genshin - Central Hall Shadow-Chasers.png
Central Hall Shadow-Chasers

Kamisato Estate Location
Genshin - Amidst Autumn Trees.png
Amidst Autumn Trees

Higi Village Location
Genshin - The Hidden Trials.png
The Hidden Trials

Kujou Encampment Location
Genshin - Ritou Runaround.png
Ritou Runaround

Ritou Location
Genshin - Terrace Patrol.png
Terrace Patrol

Ritou Location
Genshin - Searching the Silent Woods.png
Searching the Silent Woods

Qingce Village Location
Genshin - The City of Yore Concealed.png
The City of Yore Concealed

Guili Plains Location
Genshin - Winery Clash.png
Winery Clash

Dawn Winery Location

Windtrace 2.4 Quest Guide

Objectives
1
Teleport to Mondstadt and talk to Katheryne.
2
Talk to Gygax, afterwards you can start the game!

Windtrace 2.4 Rewards

All Version 2.4 Windtrace Rewards
Genshin - Primogem Icon Primogem x420 Genshin - Mora Icon Mora x540000 Genshin - Hero Hero's Wit x12
Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Icon Mystic Enhancement Ore x16 Talent Level-Up MaterialsTalent Level-Up Materials x27

No Windtrace Namecard in Version 2.4

The Windtrace rerun in Version 2.4 does not have a namecard you can obtain by playing. You can still play to get more rewards though as the Windtrace Coin limit has been adjusted from 4,800 to 6,000!

Windtrace Coin Rewards

Windtrace Coins Obtained Reward
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x300
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x60
Genshin Impact - Guide to Freedom Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x600
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x60
Genshin Impact - Guide to Resistance Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x900
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x60
Genshin Impact - Guide to Ballad Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x1,200
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x40
Genshin Impact - Guide to Prosperity Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x1,500
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x40
Genshin Impact - Guide to Diligence Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x1,800
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x40
Genshin Impact - Guide to Gold Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x2,100
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x40
Genshin Impact - Guide to Transience Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x2,400
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x40
Genshin Impact - Guide to Elegance Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x2,700
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image x40
Genshin Impact - Guide to Light Image x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x3,000
Genshin Impact - Hero x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x3,400
Genshin Impact - Hero x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x3,800
Genshin Impact - Hero x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x4,200
Genshin Impact - Hero x3
Genshin Impact - Mora Image x30000
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x4,600
Genshin Impact - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image x4
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x5,000
Genshin Impact - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image x4
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x5,500
Genshin Impact - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image x4
Total Windtrace Coins obtained: Genshin - Windtrace Coin x6,000
Genshin Impact - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image x4

Wintrace 1.5 Debut Run

Genshin - Windtrace Event Information
Event Start 2021/05/14 10:00
Event End 2021/05/24 03:59
How to Unlock Reach Adventure Rank 20 or above
Complete ''A Timeless Classic''

Windtrace was first introduced in Version 1.5 as a Hide-and-Seek Event similar to a prop hunt! Below are the previous event areas, starting quest, and all the rewards.

Windtrace Event Areas

Stage Map Location

Small Town Guerilla War

Springvale Location

Winery Confrontation

Dawn Winery Location

Drfters in the Terrace Depths

Qingce Village Location

Ghost Fire Stream

Wuwang Hill Location

Ice-Sealed Maze

Dragonspine Location

All Areas & Best Hiding Spots

Windtrace World Quest

Genshin - Gygax location

Objectives
1
Talk to Gygax, who will introduce you to the Windtrace game and set up your party.

Version 1.5 Windtrace Event Rewards

Event Rewards
Genshin Impact - Primogem Image Genshin Impact - Mora Image Genshin Impact - Hero Genshin Impact - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image
Genshin Impact - Guide to Freedom Image Genshin Impact - Guide to Resistance Image Genshin Impact - Guide to Ballad Image Genshin Impact - Guide to Prosperity Image Genshin Impact - Guide to Diligence Image Genshin Impact - Guide to Gold Image

+ Namecard: ''Celebration: Peekaboo!''

How to Get Windtrace Namecard

Windtrace Event Namecard

To get the Windtrace Namecard: ''Celebration: Peekaboo!'', you must collect a total of 4800 Windtrace Coins and exchange them on the event page.

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Genshin Impact - List of Events

List of Events

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Upcoming Events

Event Guide Date and Rewards
Genshin Impact - Marvelous Merchandise 6.2 Rerun Event GuideMarvelous Merchandise 6.2 Rerun 01/05/2026 - 01/12/2026
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Hero Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image Genshin - Mora Image
Genshin Impact - Bing-Bang Finchball Event GuideBing-Bang Finchball 12/05/2025 - 12/15/2025
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Hero Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image Genshin - Mora Image
Genshin Impact - SoulblazersSoulblazers' Snowbound Journey 12/19/2025 - 01/05/2026
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Mora Image Genshin - Hero Genshin - Crown of Insight Image
+ Free 4-Star Bow
Genshin Impact - Heroic Clash: Saurian Brawl Event GuideHeroic Clash: Saurian Brawl 12/29/2025 - 01/07/2026
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Mora Image Genshin - Hero

Permanent/Recurring Events

Event Guide Date and Rewards
Genshin Impact - To Temper Thyself and Journey Far Event GuideTo Temper Thyself and Journey Far 12/01/2025 - 02/23/2026
Genshin - Crown of Insight Image Genshin - Sanctifying Elixir Image Genshin - Mora Image Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image
+ 5-Star Stella Fortuna
Genshin Impact - Stygian Onslaught Event GuideStygian Onslaught 12/10/2025 - 01/13/2026
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Mora Image Genshin - Hero Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image
+ Dust of Enlightenment
Genshin Impact - TravelersTravelers' Tales Permanently Available after Version 6.0
Genshin - Primogem Image
Genshin Impact - Repertoire of Myriad Melodies Event GuideRepertoire of Myriad Melodies Permanently Available
Genshin - Primogem Image
Genshin Impact - Test Run Event GuideTest Run Permanently Available
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Adventurer Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image
+ Ascension Materials
Genshin Impact - Hangout Events Event GuideHangout Events Permanently Available after Version 1.4
Genshin - Adventure EXP Image Genshin - Primogem Image
+ Talent Materials
+ Specialty Dish
Genshin Impact - Baptism of Song Event GuideBaptism of Song Permanently Available
+ Free Barbara
Genshin Impact - Daily Check-In Event GuideDaily Check-In 2021/03/01 - Permanently Available
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Adventurer Genshin - Hero Genshin - Fine Enhancement Ore Image
Genshin Impact - Stellar Reunion Returnee Event Event GuideStellar Reunion Returnee Event Permanently Available
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Hero Genshin - Mora Image Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image
+ Prototype Rancour

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2 Anonymous Anonymous almost 4 years

can you still get the namecard as of now?

1 Anonymous Anonymous over 4 years

Rosaria's passive although a bit situational is very helpful when running away or chasing enemies.

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