Alexis Kestler
Listen up, fellow travelers! If you‘ve been playing Genshin Impact since the new Version 3.6 update, you may have encountered some strange glowing cubes known as energy blocks. Finding these mystifying energy blocks is key to unlocking new quests, puzzles and story tidbits about Sumeru. As an avid Genshin player and self-proclaimed collectible fanatic, I‘ve made it my mission to locate every single energy block in Teyvat. And in this detailed guide, I‘m going to share all my tips and tricks to help YOU collect ‘em all too!
First, let‘s quickly cover the basics in case you‘re just joining us in Sumeru…
What Exactly Are Energy Blocks?
Energy blocks are shiny blue cube-shaped collectibles that started appearing around Sumeru in the Version 3.6 update. When you get close enough, your character will automatically grab them.
These blocks don‘t seem to do anything on their own. But acquiring them is necessary to complete certain quests, puzzles and challenges around the new areas of Sumeru. Based on my exploration, there appear to be around 41 obtainable energy blocks scattered across the rainforests and ruins.
Now, I know what you‘re thinking: "These sound an awful lot like the oculi I‘ve been collecting this whole time!" And you‘re absolutely right, my observant friend! Energy blocks definitely serve a similar purpose to the anemoculi, geoculi and electroculi found in other regions. They‘re the key collectibles tied to the new element of Dendro.
But there are some key differences that make energy blocks more complex:
- There are only 41 blocks vs 100+ oculi in each region
- Blocks are often hidden inside puzzles and quests rather than scattered around the overworld
- Their glow is much fainter compared to bright, obvious oculi
- You don‘t offer blocks to a statue to gain stamina – their use is much more mysterious!
This makes tracking down every last energy block a uniquely challenging scavenger hunt through the overgrown ruins and winding rainforests of Sumeru. Luckily, us experts are here to help. Now let‘s get to the good stuff: how to find these elusive cubes!
Step-by-Step Instructions: How To Find the Energy Block in the Farakhkert Cave
The most straightforward energy block to obtain is inside a cave along the southern coast of Farakhkert island. This one is required to complete the "As the Khvarena‘s Light Shows: Nirodha" world quest. Here‘s how to grab it:
- Fast travel to the southern Farakhkert waypoint and glide down to the coast. You‘ll see the mouth of a cave guarded by an Electro Hypostasis.
- Defeat that pesky cube boss using your best Dendro and Hydro characters. I recommend beefy electro counters like Keqing or Beidou here.
- Enter the now unguarded cave. You‘ll spot a Khvarena – one of those mystical floating lights related to the new character Alhaitham.
- Follow the Khvarena deeper into the cave, defeating any fungi and ruinator enemies along the way. My go-to here is a strong AoE Pyro character like Xiangling to mow down the mobs fast.
- When the path splits, hang a right to keep following your Khvarena tour guide. Stay on its trail and it‘ll lead you straight to the energy block!
- The Khvarena will stop near a wall with a large activation mechanism. Interact with it to remove the wall and open the path.
- Just beyond the now-retracted wall, you‘ll spot the energy block sitting on the ground. Run up and grab it!
And that‘s all it takes to nab this particular block. Pretty straightforward, right? With the block in your possession, you can teleport back and continue the Nirodha quest. Nice work!
Every Energy Block Location You Can Find in Sumeru
While that first block in the Farakhkert cave is required for a quest, there are tons of others scattered across Sumeru in more hidden locations:
| Location | Details |
|---|---|
| Vanarana | Several located around ponds and at the base of giant trees |
| Vissudha Field | Underwater along the northern coast |
| Somalata Inland Sea | Underwater, swim down and look for the glow |
| Apam Woods | Inside Pardis Dhyai |
| Palace of Alcazarzaray | Two locked behind challenges |
| Mawtiyima Forest | Deep within the underground root network |
| Sumeru City | Atop the Academia headquarters roof |
| Vanarana | Hidden within the Visava Vikhyata ruins |
| Lokapala Jungle | Scattered throughout Wyrm Gully |
This table gives you a sense of where to start hunting – focus your search on the forests, seas, and urban areas of Sumeru. But honestly, the blocks can be just about anywhere. Your best bet is to thoroughly comb every nook and cranny of the new zones.
Check inside caves, under ancient ruins, at the bottom of ponds – the more hidden, the better! And if you get really stuck finding a sneaky block, try asking around with the locals in cities like Vimara Village. A kind NPC may point you in the right direction.
Must-Have Tips for Finding Energy Blocks Fast
Okay, so you have your list of energy block locations. Now you just need to actually find them! Here are my pro tips for tracking down blocks efficiently:
- Prioritize nighttime – Some blocked paths and chests only appear at night, so do your block hunting after sunset.
- Light up dark areas – Equip a portable waypoint or pyro character to illuminate dark caves and roots. Their glow is tough to spot in the shadows.
- Watch the minimap – Energy blocks will show up as a white dot, so keep an eye out.
- Activate elemental sight – The blocks shine blue in elemental sight, making them way more visible.
- Mark your map – Once found, mark the location so you can remember where to snag respawns.
- Pack a hydro character – To get those tricky underwater blocks, bring a swimmer like Kokomi.
- Solve puzzles – Energy blocks often reward the adventurous player who solves challenge puzzles!
Follow these tips and you‘ll collect every block in no time at all. Trust me, I speak from experience – after 40+ hours of dedicated block hunting, I‘ve found every single one!
Of course, more could be added in future updates. And who knows what secrets they might reveal down the line…
The Mysterious Lore Behind Sumeru‘s Energy Blocks
If you‘re like me, you‘re probably wondering what these mystical cubes are all about! Energy blocks certainly tie into the underlying story and themes of Sumeru‘s new characters and locations. Let‘s explore some of the lore theories:
Alhaitham – The brooding Dendro swordsman seems connected to both the forest and technology. The blocks may relate to his domain over the mystic vine arts and machinery.
Sumeru Academia – This advanced institute was likely experimenting on the blocks. Perhaps they tapped into their arcane power as an energy source?
Divine Knowledge – The blocks could be physical manifestations of the all-knowing divine wisdom that the sages of Sumeru seek through study and meditation.
A Secret Past – What if the blocks harken back to a long-forgotten civilization that once flourished in this ancient forest and desert land?
I don‘t know about you, but I‘m leaning towards that last theory. There‘s clearly a huge chunk of history still shrouded in mystery when it comes to Sumeru‘s past. My curious explorer spirit won‘t rest until I‘ve uncovered the truth!
What secrets do you think the energy blocks might reveal? Share your wildest theories and I‘ll provide my hot takes! There are surely more twists and surprises waiting as we continue investigating Sumeru in future updates.
Strap On Your Adventure Backpack – It‘s Time to Grab Those Blocks!
Alright, fellow traveler, you now possess all the insider knowledge needed to complete your energy block collection!
With the detailed locations, pro tips, and lore provided here, you have everything you need to hunt down every last energy block scattered through the jungles, deserts and ruins of Sumeru. Just equip your best adventuring teammates, stock up on restorative chicken skewers, and get exploring!
Let your curiosity and perseverance lead the way – no puzzle is too challenging and no valley is too deep when there are blocks to be found. And who knows, you may even uncover the mystical secrets of Sumeru along the way.
Now get out there, grab those glowy cubes, and most importantly, have fun! Let me know when you‘ve found them all – I expect a full report on your block collecting adventures! The mysteries of Teyvat await, my friend! Let‘s solve them together, one energy block at a time.
