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On the Trail of Behemoths Event Guide

◆ Latest: Version 5.3, 5.3 Codes
◆ Builds: Mavuika, Citlali, Pyro Traveler
◆ Phase 2: Arlecchino, Clorinde, Lan Yan
◆ Events: On the Trail of Behemoths
◆ Coming Soon: Version 5.4 & Mizuki

Genshin Impact - On the Trail of Behemoths Event Guide
On the Trail of Behemoths is the boss combat event in Genshin Impact 5.3. See how to play the Trail of Behemoths, how to unlock, and rewards here!

On the Trail of Behemoths Guides
Genshin - Trail of Behemoths Stage 1 Stage 1 Genshin - Trail of Behemoths Stage 2 Stage 2 Genshin - Trail of Behemoths Stage 3 Stage 3 Genshin - Trail of Behemoths Stage 4 Stage 4

On the Trail of Behemoths Schedule

On the Trail of Behemoths Stages and Unlock Dates

Stage Title Unlock Date
1 Why Do the Automata Stand Tall in the Ruins? January 14, 2025
2 Why Did the Ancients Craft Stone Statues? January 16, 2025
3 Why Does the Water Have a Will of Its Own? January 18, 2025
4 Why Is There a Giant Hot Spring Underground? January 20, 2025

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 1

Best Teams Hard Mode:
Genshin - Kazuha ImageGenshin - Furina ImageGenshin - Neuvillette ImageGenshin - Xilonen Image

Fearless Mode:
Genshin - Citlali ImageGenshin - Xilonen ImageGenshin - Mavuika ImageGenshin - Bennett Image

F2P:
Genshin - Xingqiu ImageGenshin - Shinobu ImageGenshin - Collei ImageGenshin - Kachina Image
Enemies All Difficulties: Genshin Impact - Secret Source Automaton - Configuration Device Image
Recommended Special Topics
Research Topic: Key Function Survey
Enhances Accretion Mechanism by increasing the height of excavated solid Phlogiston pillars.
Research Topic: Area Obliteration Cannon
Enhances Boltsphere Cannon so that it downs all characters currently on the field. Additionally, while Boltsphere Cannon is being charged up. Secret Source Automaton: Firepower Enhanced's Physical and All Elemental RES will be increased.

Pick the First and Second Special Topics

The first two Special Topics will allow you to gain a gold 2-star rating while keeping the Automaton relatively tame in terms of power scaling, as the third and fourth Special Topics enhances the enemy via damage or a new attack.

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 1 Guide

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 2

Best Teams Hard Mode:
Genshin - Citlali ImageGenshin - Xilonen ImageGenshin - Mavuika ImageGenshin - Bennett Image

Fearless Mode:
Genshin - Navia ImageGenshin - Xilonen ImageGenshin - Mavuika ImageGenshin - Xiangling Image

F2P:
Genshin - Bennett ImageGenshin - Noelle ImageGenshin - Fischl ImageGenshin - Xiangling Image
Enemies All Difficulties: Genshin Impact - Legatus Golem Image
Recommended Special Topics
Research Topic: Repair Function Survey
When Legatus Golem: Harmonizer's Geo Ward is about to be broken, it will begin its solo performance and start continuously restoring its Ward.
Research Topic: Max Output Test
Increases Legatus Golem: Harmonizer's ATK by 120%.

Pick the Second and Third Special Topics

Pick Repair Function Survey and Max Output Test as those do not add any extra mechanics or much difficulty to the Legatus Golem: Harmonizer's already time-sinking mechanics.

Take note that the Legatus Golem will deal more damage as a result of the Third Special Topic, so watch out for that.

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 2 Guide

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 3

Best Teams Hard and Fearless Mode:
Genshin - Navia ImageGenshin - Xilonen ImageGenshin - Mavuika ImageGenshin - Xiangling Image

F2P:
Genshin - Bennett ImageGenshin - Noelle ImageGenshin - Fischl ImageGenshin - Xiangling Image
Enemies All Difficulties: Genshin Impact - Hydro Tulpa Image
Recommended Special Topics
Research Topic: Complex Scenario Analysis
Each time a Half-Tulpa appears during the challenge, the number of Half-Tulpas on the field will be replenished to 3.
Research Topic: Monster Threat Assessment
Increases Hydro Tulpa: Flashflood and Half-Tulpas' ATK by 120%.

Pick the First and Third Special Topics

Against the Hydro Tulpa, choose Complex Scenario Analysis and Monster Threat Assessment as that keeps the difficulty of the Hydro Tulpa at roughly the same level.

Take note that the Tulpa will deal increased damage, so be prepared to dodge its attacks or to pack a good Shielder unit.

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 3 Guide

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 4

Best Teams Hard and Fearless Mode:
Genshin - Kazuha ImageGenshin - Furina ImageGenshin - Neuvillette ImageGenshin - Xilonen Image

F2P:
Genshin - Mona ImageGenshin - Bennett ImageGenshin - Fischl ImageGenshin - Xingqiu Image
Enemies All Difficulties: Genshin Impact - Emperor of Fire and Iron Image
Recommended Special Topics
Research Topic: Molten Throne
After the Tyrant of Fire and Iron performs a leaping strike, the area hit by the attack will become a Molten Throne. After the Tyrant of Fire and Iron has been within the Molten Throne area for a period of time, it will start to constantly regenerate HP.
Research Topic: Monster Threat Assessment
Increases the Tyrant of Fire and Iron's ATK by 120%.

Pick the Second and Third Special Topics

Against the Tyrant of Fire and Iron, pick Molten Throne and Monster Threat Assessment as they do not make the fight harder than it already is.

When picking Molten Throne, be aware of the Molten Throne areas that the Tyrant will summon and bring ample healing to negate the boss's damage.

On the Trail of Behemoths Stage 4 Guide

How to Play On the Trail of Behemoths

Talk to Helka to Start Challenge

Genshin - Trail of Behemoths - Start with Helka
To start the event, teleport to where Helka is and talk to him. You will be asked to choose a boss challenge, and teleported to the challenge location afterwards.

Select a Boss Enemy to Defeat

Genshin - Trail of Behemoths - Event Difficulty

Choose From Normal, Hard, or Fearless Difficulty

During the event, you can challenge different types of boss enemies in Normal, Hard, or Fearless difficulty. Complete the challenges at varying levels of difficulty to receive the appropriate ratings and rewards.

Complete Challenge in Co-Op Mode

You can also invite another player to complete the challenge in Co-Op Mode. The challenge results will be recorded for both participants, but only Single-Player Mode can be reviewed or exhibited.

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

Interact with Helka Again or the Challenge Key to Start

Once in the challenge ocation, you can either talk to Helka again or interact with the Challenge Key to change your party setup, choose Special Topics, and start the battle!

Choose Special Topics in Fearless Difficulty

When you choose the Fearless difficulty, you can choose up to two Special Topics which can give the boss enemy different enhancements.

On the Trail of Behemoths Event Information

On the Trail of Behemoths Event Details

Genshin Impact - On the Trail of Behemoths Event

Event Duration January 14, 2025 - January 27, 2025
How to Unlock Adventure Rank 30
Complete Prologue: Act III - Song of the Dragon and Freedom
Rewards
Genshin - Primogem Image Genshin - Mora Image Genshin - Hero Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Image

+ Weapon Ascension Materials

On the Trail of Behemoths is a combat event, where players must challenge boss enemies alone or in co-op to earn rewards!

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On the Trail of Behemoths Release Date

Genshin Impact Version 5.3
Genshin Impact Version 5.3.png
Release Date January 1, 2025

On the Trail of Behemoths released during the Version 5.3 update!

Version 5.3 Release Date and Details

How to Unlock On the Trail of Behemoths

Complete Archon Quest Prologue Act 3

Genshin Impact -  The Song of the Dragon and Freedom Quest Guide
To unlock On the Trail of Behemoths, you must complete the Prologue Act 3 Archon Quest, Song of the Dragon and Freedom and reach at least Adventure Rank 30!

Prologue Act 3 Archon Quest Guide

Complete Why Did a Member of a ''Secret Organization'' Come Here? Quest

To start the event, complete the event world quest, Why Did a Member of a ''Secret Organization'' Come Here?, which will automatically be in your quest list. Go to the event location at the border of the Sumeru Desert and Natlan, and talk to Helka to finish the quest.

On the Trail of Behemoths Event Rewards

All On the Trail of Behemoths Rewards

All On the Trail of Behemoths Event Rewards
Genshin - Primogem Icon Primogem Genshin - Mora Icon Mora Genshin - Hero Hero's Wit
Genshin - Mystic Enhancement Ore Icon Mystic Enhancement Ore

Trail of Behemoths Rewards Breakdown

Quest Rewards
Why Did a Member of a ''Secret Organization'' Come Here? Event Quest
Mora Mora x10,000
Stage Objectives Rewards
1 Obtain a Bronze 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Silver 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Gold 1-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
Obtain a Gold 2-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
2 Obtain a Bronze 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Silver 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Gold 1-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
Obtain a Gold 2-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
3 Obtain a Bronze 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Silver 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Gold 1-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
Obtain a Gold 2-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
4 Obtain a Bronze 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Silver 1-star rating in the challenge
Obtain a Gold 1-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000
Obtain a Gold 2-star rating in the challenge
Mora Mora x20,000

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