Primal Embers are orbs of energy used to activate Primal Torches found in the Sumeru Desert for Genshin Impact Version 3.1. See how Primal Embers and Primal Torches work and their locations in this puzzle guide!

How to Solve Primal Ember and Primal Torch Puzzles

Release and Follow the Primal Embers

Primal Embers always start on a Primal Sconce and will have a Primal Torch as their destination. Interact with the Primal Sconces to release the ember they hold and follow them until they reach their torch. Similar to Seelies and their Seelie Courts!

Avoid Strong Winds from Giant Fan Blades

Strong winds created by Giant Fan Blades will blow away Primal Embers. The embers will then go back to the last Primal Sconce they were on, much like "checkpoints".

Wait for the strong winds to cease before guiding the Primal Embers forward or turn them off completely with your Clearance!

At least Lv2 Clearance is required to control Giant Fan Blades

Some Giant Fan Blades don't stop blowing winds until they are turned off. If you see a Plinth next to a Giant Fan Blade, you will need at least Lv2 Clearance to control it and freely switch it on and off. This will let the Primal Ember move safely along its travel path!

Activate Primal Torches

The Primal Ember's journey will end once it reaches a large Primal Torch. Activating these torches always lead to something special, such as progressing a quest, higher quality chests, and can even disable invisible barriers!

Take note that puzzles involving Primal Embers and Primal Torches usually have two to four torches present. Roam the area to find the embers and you might get cool rewards!

Where to Find Primal Embers and Primal Torches

Ruins of King Deshret

You are likely to find Primal Embers and Primal Torches puzzles scattered in the Ruins of King Deshret. These can both be found on overworld and underground ruins om the Desert Area.

Sumeru Desert Map Guide

Primal Embers and Primal Torches Puzzles Information

Part of the Ruin Puzzles

The Primal Embers and Primal Torches are part of the Ruin puzzles in the Ruins of King Deshret. They include puzzles that will help you navigate around the ruins more efficiently!

Sumeru Map and Unlock Guide

Released in Version 3.1

Genshin Impact Version 3.1
Release Date	September 28, 2022

Primal Torches and Primal Embers went live along with other Desert area content of Sumeru in Version 3.1 which was released on September 28, 2022!

Version 3.1 Release Date and Banners

Genshin Impact Related Guides

Sumeru Region Map Guide

Guides to Sumeru Areas

Sumeru Area Guides
Rainforest Area	Desert Area

Guide to Desert Regions

Sumeru Desert Guides
The Great Red Sand	Desert of Hadramaveth	Girdle of the Sands

Guides to Important Sumeru Features

The Great Red Sand World Quests

The Great Red Sand Puzzles and Features

Guides for Sumeru Features
Desert Mirages	Night Murals
Invisible Walls	How to Increase Clearance
Primal Obelisks	Sacred Seal Locations
Replicator Keystones	Forged Primal Lights
Primal Embers and Torches	Primal Beam Transmissions
Plinth of the Secret Rites	Verity Cells
Primal Sandglass	Obscuring Cell
Large Fan Blade	The Mausoleum of King Deshret
The Dune of Magma	The Dune of Elusion
The Dune of Carouses	Abdju Road
Opet Hall	Duat Hall
Sekhem Hall	Place of Rebirth
Place of Breath	Place of Swallowing
Great Hall of Truths	Aaru's Shut
Khemenu Temple	Shrine of Depths

Enemies in the The Great Red Sand

Enemy and Boss Guides
Algorithm of Semi-Intransient Matrix	Primal Constructs
Eremite Stone Enchanter	Eremite Galehunter

Living Creatures in the The Great Red Sand

Wildlife in the The Great Red Sand

Wildlife in the The Great Red Sand
Desert Sumpter Beast	Scorpion	Red Vulture
Scarab	Quicksand Unagi	Desert Fox

Items in the The Great Red Sand

Items found in the The Great Red Sand
Ajilenakh Nut	Henna Berry

All Interactive Map Guides

All Interactive Map Guides