How to Get and Use Sorush in Genshin Impact - The Ultimate Guide

Hey friend! Have you heard about the mystical being known as Sorush that was just added in Genshin Impact 3.6? Unlocking Sorush provides some crazy useful abilities for exploration, puzzles and unveiling secrets across Sumeru. As a hardcore Genshin fan myself, I‘ve been eagerly testing out all of Sorush‘s powers during the beta and have compiled everything you need to know about obtaining and mastering this flying ally.

Who or What is Sorush?

Before we get into the details, let‘s briefly go over who or what Sorush actually is. According to the lore, Sorush is known as the "Wings of Ingenuity" and is associated with the deity Vahumana – the God of Woods and Wisdom in Genshin‘s mythology. Sorush emerges in response to the player‘s journey and the growing corruption in Sumeru‘s rainforest.

Game theorists speculate that Sorush may actually be some kind of physical manifestation of Vahumana‘s power. However, Sorush‘s full origins are still shrouded in mystery for now. Unlocking more of the Aranara questline may reveal further insights later on!

Unlocking the Mystical Sorush

Alright, let‘s get into how you can add Sorush to your roster of allies! You‘ll first need to reach the "Splendrous Sky That Day" quest as part of the larger Girdle of the Sands world quest chain. This quest unlocks after finishing the Archon Interlude chapter and reaching at least Adventure Rank 35.

Here are the steps:

Ensure you‘ve completed Interlude: Beneath Jadeite Shade
Start the Girdle of the Sands world quest
Progress through the questline until you get to Splendrous Sky That Day
After speaking with Nasejuna, Sorush will appear in your inventory

Once unlocked, you can switch to Sorush in your party setup anytime. Let‘s look at how you can put Sorush‘s powers into action!

Harnessing the Powers of Flight

One of the most fun abilities Sorush brings to the table is the power of flight! By holding Sorush‘s Elemental Skill, you can take to the skies and soar over long distances. According to beta testers, Sorush‘s flying capabilities feel faster and smoother compared to mechanisms like the Waverider.

"Sorush‘s flight ability is a total game changer for exploration. I was able to reach so many high up and faraway places that I could never get to before except with the Waverider," remarks popular Genshin content creator Zajef77.

To maximize these aerial talents, make sure to equip the 4-piece Viridescent Venerer set on Sorush. The anemo resistance shred is nice, but more importantly this provides a 60% increase to Sorush‘s Skill duration. With this boost, you can fly even further and access more out-of-reach areas.

While gliding through the air, you can also activate Sorush‘s elemental burst to enter an enhanced mode. During this time, try to combo Sorush with teammates like Venti or Xiao to swirl elements for amplified reactions.

Illuminating Puzzles and Secrets

Another one of Sorush‘s claims to fame is the ability to illuminate hidden things thanks to the Elemental Sight granted after using Sorush‘s skill.

"I love switching to Sorush and using the Elemental Sight before starting any puzzle or exploration. It really helps you identify hidden components and secrets before you even start trying to solve it," explains prominent theorycrafter Zajef77.

This illuminating skill is perfect for spotting concealed puzzles, mechanisms and goodies. Make sure to activate it frequently, especially when entering new areas or domains.

Here are some examples of puzzles and mechanics where Sorush‘s Elemental Sight really shines:

Nirodha Fruit Puzzles: Sorush can see fruit covered by illusion that you need to collect and place into baskets
Purifying Light Plumes: Sorush reveals the patterns that plumes of light need to follow to activate cleansing pools
Burgeoning Spirits: Locate these hidden spirits and guide them to withered plants using Sorush‘s sight
Four-Leaf Sigils: Sorush can identify and move sigils that are out of sight but needed to unlock rewards
Time Trials: Preview the quickest path using Sorush‘s aerial view before starting time-sensitive challenges

As you can see, Sorush makes solving many puzzles almost trivially easy. The key is using that Elemental Sight liberally as you explore and approach brain teasers.

Unsealing Domains and Events

Sorush also enables you to dispel certain seals that block access to domains, events and quests. After completing the "As the Khvarena‘s Light Shows" quest, you can unlock this power.

Look for glowing Amrita Seals during your adventures and then switch to Sorush and cast the Elemental Skill when nearby. This will temporarily clear the seal, allowing you to enter.

For example, you need to use Sorush to unseal the entrance to the new Gilded Dreams artifact domain. Sorush‘s services may also be required to participate in certain limited-time events, like the method of guiding spirits during the Recollector‘s Path event.

Team Building and Synergies

To maximize Sorush‘s potential, you‘ll want to carefully construct your team compositions. Here are some of my recommended teammates to complement Sorush‘s abilities:

Venti: His wind currents and swirling burst synergize perfectly with Sorush‘s abilities.
Xiao: Sorush enables Xiao to effortlessly reach his plunging attack targets from above.
Faruzan: Her wind tunnels double Sorush‘s aerial mobility and off-field damage.
Zhongli: His shield provides security while Sorush is vulnerable during flight mode.
Albedo: Generating crystallize shields to help keep Sorush safe.
Yelan: Her burst follows while Sorush is flying, enabling aerial hydro application.

Ideally you‘ll want at least one other Anemo character to benefit from crowd control and Viridescent Venerer effects during Sorush‘s burst mode.

Ascending the Mystical Ally

To level up Sorush, you‘ll need to collect some unique ascension materials. Here are the main items to farm as you progress:

Mandrake Fruit: Obtained from Mandrake enemies and Mandrake hypostasis
Rukkhashava Mushrooms: Found growing in caves and underground areas
Luminous Sands: From the Rhuthean Ain domain on Wednesdays and Saturdays
Mirror of Mushin: Rewarded from Aranara side quests and events

I recommend prioritizing leveling Sorush‘s Elemental Skill first, as this directly improves flight duration and utility. Next focus on the burst to maximize Swirl and crowd control capabilities. Basic attack can be left at a lower level.

Optimizing With Artifacts and Weapons

When it comes to amplifying Sorush‘s talents, the 4-piece Viridescent Venerer set remains your best option. Anemo damage bonus goblets and circlets are ideal as well.

For weapons, Skyward Atlas and Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds are top choices to enhance Elemental Mastery and off-field damage. The Mappa Mare crafted catalyst also works very well in boosting reactions.

Prioritize stats like EM, recharge and anemo damage% on artifacts. Sorush‘s personal damage is minimal, so simply focus on maximizing swirl reactions and utility.

Creative Uses and Advanced Tactics

Veteran Sorush players have discovered some creative ways to leverage its abilities for even more value:

Use Sorush‘s flight to collect all the Aranara and do daily resource routes ultra efficiently.
Having trouble dodging attacks from elite enemies? Just switch to Sorush and take off into the air!
Struggling to beat a tough overworld enemy? Lure them beneath a cliff, switch to Sorush above and perform a plunging attack.
Can‘t figure out a complex puzzle? Use Sorush‘s aerial view to get a bird‘s eye perspective and pick up clues.
Glide above a camp of enemies then activate Sorush‘s burst to swirl and wipe them all out at once.

As you spend more time mastering Sorush‘s moveset, you‘ll find all sorts of clever ways to accomplish objectives faster and easier than ever before.

Soaring to New Heights

Well that covers everything you need to know about unlocking the mystical Sorush and taking your Genshin Impact experience to new heights! From unfettered flight to illuminating secrets, Sorush provides an awesome array of utility. With the tips and team comps provided here, you‘ll be soaring across Teyvat in style in no time.

Let me know if you have any other questions. I‘m always happy to share more Genshin insights and guides with fellow fans! Now get out there, claim your Sorush, and take your Sumeru explorations to the next level. The skies (and treasures) of Teyvat await!