Alexis Kestler
Hey you, have you reached the "Try to open the coffin" objective in the new Genshin Impact 3.1 update? Want an epic full walkthrough to help you unlock all those mysterious coffins hidden around Sumeru‘s sprawling desert? Well my fellow gaming friend, you‘ve come to the right place.
In this maxed-out guide, I‘ll show you how to complete the entire coffin opening sequence from start to finish, so you can master this challenge like a true Genshin pro.
We‘re talking detailed maps, step-by-step instructions, battle tips, and plenty of secrets about the story implications. Plus I‘ll even throw in some real-world history and archaeology facts that could have inspired this incredible quest.
So strap in, grab your best Anemo character and get ready to chase down some Primal Embers to unlock this absolute unit of a puzzle. Let‘s open up these ancient coffins!
Overview: What Exactly is the "Try to Open the Coffin" Objective?
Straight up, this quest tasks you with finding and opening 4 smaller coffins around Sumeru‘s sprawling desert region. But how? Well, you need to locate magical sigils that release Primal Embers which lead to their sealed coffins.
Open all 4 and you‘ll unlock the massive main coffin in the center containing some BIG lore reveals. We‘re talking artifacts of an ancient king that disappeared, eccentric sages, and a whole civilization lost to time – juicy stuff!
But it‘s not a cakewalk. Each sigil and coffin is hidden in a different remote location and guarded by dangerous foes. You can tackle them in any order, but you‘ll need to come prepared with the right party and gear to overcome the challenges.
This guide will walk you through it step-by-step, but first let‘s break down some key facts on the quest:
- Prerequisites: Adventure Rank 40+, finish Archon Quest Prologue Act 1
- Unlock Location: Given automatically during King Deshret and the Three Magi quest
- Number of Coffins: 4 smaller ones around the desert + 1 large central coffin
- Number of Sigils: 4 Four-Leaf Sigil mechanisms to find
- Rewards: Chests with Primogems, Adventure EXP, artifacts
Now you‘ve got the basics on this mysterious coffin opening challenge. Time to master it!
Step-By-Step Walkthrough For Every Single Coffin
Let me guide you on an epic journey across the Sumeru desert to locate each mystical sigil and sealed coffin. I‘ll provide detailed directions, tips and maps to lead the way.
Keep this walkthrough handy as you uncover these ancient riddles!
Coffin #1 Location
The first sigil and coffin are tucked away in Sumeru‘s northwest desert area.
To find the first sigil and coffin:
- Teleport to the northwest waypoint on the desert map
- Head west until you reach a rocky cliffside
- Tucked between two large boulders is the first Four-Leaf Sigil
- Activate it and watch for the Primal Ember that appears floating above
- Chase down the Ember as it flies deeper into the cliffs
- It will lead you right to the first sealed coffin!
Tip: If you lose track of the Ember, just return to the sigil to reactivate it.
To open the first coffin:
- Approach the coffin and interact with it
- Enjoy the short cutscene as it opens to reveal a Luxurious Chest!
- Loot the chest for Primogems, Adventure EXP and other goodies
Onto the next one!
Coffin #2 Location
This second sigil and coffin are a bit trickier to find down in Sumeru‘s southern desert reaches.
To find the second sigil and coffin:
- Teleport to the southwest waypoint on the map
- Head east until you see a large carved statue section on a cliff wall
- Jump onto the high ledge directly in front of the wall carving
- Turn around, the second sigil is on the platform behind you
- Activate it, then look southwest to see the Primal Ember take off
- Pursue the Ember along the cliffside to a secluded canyon
- Follow it into the canyon to the second sealed coffin!
Tip: Use a tall character like Venti to easily reach the sigil platform ledge.
To open the second coffin:
- Interact with the coffin trigger the opening scene
- Collect your rewards from the Luxurious Chest
You‘ve passed the halfway point, only two more coffins left!
Coffin #3 Location
The third sigil and coffin take a bit of navigating through rocky tunnels to reach.
To find the third sigil and coffin:
- Teleport to the northeast waypoint on the map
- Head southwest, watch for flame traps as you traverse the path
- Look for a doorway carved into the cliffside and go through it
- Follow the path right, then keep going forward, then right again
- In a chamber you‘ll spot the third Four-Leaf Sigil mechanism
- Activate it and chase the Primal Ember west through the tunnels
- Dodge past a few enemies until you emerge at the third coffin!
Tip: Bring a Pyro character to easily disarm the flame traps.
To open the third coffin:
- Interact with the coffin as usual to open it
- Loot the Luxurious Chest inside for more rewards
Just one last coffin remains to open now!
Coffin #4 Location
The final sigil and coffin are hidden high up a long flight of stairs.
To find the fourth sigil and coffin:
- Teleport to the southeast waypoint
- Climb up the extremely tall staircase on the cliffs
- At the top, take the path on the left
- Follow it left again when the path splits
- In this chamber is the final Four-Leaf Sigil
- Release the Primal Ember and pursue northeast
- Dodge past the guards and continue along the clifftop
- The ember leads straight to the fourth and final coffin!
Tip: Use Anemo Resonance ability for more speed to chase the final ember.
To open the fourth coffin:
- One last interact to open the coffin and nab the rewards
- Complete "Try to open the coffin (4/4)" objective!
Nice work friend! Now for the final stage…
Unlocking the Main Coffin
Once you‘ve opened all four smaller coffins, it‘s time for the big finale.
Head to the giant coffin structure in the center of the Sumeru desert. Along the way, you‘ll see a cutscene where the Primal Embers converge and break the main coffin‘s seal.
Approach and interact with the central coffin to trigger another cinematic revealing its mind-blowing contents.
And congratulations, you‘ve officially completed the "Try to open the coffin" challenge and uncovered major lore! Well done, time to collect those completion rewards.
Tips Summary for Coffin Opening Success
Let‘s recap the top tips to remember when traversing this sprawling coffin puzzle:
- Use the map waypoints to teleport and save time traveling between coffin locations
- Reactivate sigils if you lose track of the Primal Embers
- Search carefully around each sigil for the activated rune that releases the ember
- Equip Anemo Resonance to speed up chasing the embers
- Fight enemies quickly on the way or run past them to stay focused on the coffins
- Come prepared with the right elements for any enemies guarding the coffins
- Be patient and thorough – it‘s easy to get turned around in the desert!
Follow these tips and the walkthrough, and you‘ll conquer this quest in no time.
Puzzle Analysis – How "Try to Open the Coffin" Fits Genshin Impact Gameplay
Stepping back, this multi-part coffin puzzle exemplifies excellent Genshin Impact game design. Let‘s analyze what makes it so fun and challenging:
– Exploration – Finding hidden sigils and coffins encourages you to traverse every inch of the new Sumeru map
– Puzzle Solving – Deciphering each sigil‘s pattern and locating the rune matches the game‘s focus on puzzles
– Platforming – Jumping, climbing and pursuing embers requires precision platforming skills
– Combat – Each coffin has guardians to test your battle abilities
– Story Engagement – Unlocking the coffins drives the story forward and expands the lore
So the quest leverages Genshin‘s unique blend of exploration, puzzles, action and storytelling in a creative way. It also encourages using different elements and characters to overcome its challenges.
The scope of multi-part steps that ultimately converge also makes this puzzle deeply satisfying to complete. It‘s no wonder this quest has the Genshin community buzzing!
Connections to Real-Life Archaeology and Tomb Raiding
The concept of raiding ancient coffins by solving clues also has some real-world parallels. The quest evokes Egyptian pharaoh tombs and daring archaeology expeditions.
Some similarities include:
- Desert locations hidden high and low like Egypt‘s Valley of the Kings
- Sigils resembling hieroglyphic script
- Magical seals on the coffins like Egyptian coffin rituals
- Looting artifacts and treasure within
- Reconstructing history from coffin contents
While not explicitly Egyptian-themed, you can see some neat influences that ground the fantasy quest in real-world ancient history and culture. It‘s details like this that make exploring Genshin Impact so immersive.
Lore Revealed From Opening the Coffins
We can‘t dive too deep into story spoilers here. But unlocking all these sealed coffins enables you to learn so much more about The King, the sages, and the ancient kingdom of Sumeru:
- What redacted item was hidden in the central coffin?
- What clues do the artifacts inside reveal about the past?
- How will this knowledge alter the present day story?
- What secrets lie ahead to further unravel the mysteries?
Let‘s just say, the lore bombs unlocked are well worth the effort to complete this quest. It sets up some epic future storylines and quests still to come.
So by taking the time to search out every sigil and coffin, you‘ll be rewarded with game-changing reveals in Genshin Impact‘s overarching story. It‘s so exciting!
Expert Team Builds and Gear for Coffin Quest Success
To complete the coffins efficiently, make sure you have the right party with these essential elements covered:
Exploration and Speed – Anemo resonances from characters like Xiao or Sayu provide faster mobility to pursue the embers across the desert
Puzzles and Platforming – Geo characters like Albedo can construct platforms for hard-to-reach sigils
Traps and Enemies – Pyro characters Disable flame traps, Hydro fights clay guards well
Healing – Bring a healer like Qiqi or Barbara for oasis restoring while exploring
For weapons, Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds increases movement and attack speed. The Desert Pavilion Chronicle artifact set boosts Anemo DMG for chasing embers.
With the right party setup, you‘ll breeze through the puzzle and explore the massive new Sumeru map even faster. Hope these team tips help maximize your coffin quest experience!
In Closing
The "Try to open the coffin" quest is an incredible showcase of Genshin Impact‘s masterful blend of exploration, puzzles, platforming, combat and storytelling. Now that you have an in-depth walkthrough for all 4 coffins plus the epic central coffin, you can experience its many secrets for yourself.
Enjoy unraveling the thoughtfully crafted lore reveals from each sigil and coffin uncovered. This one quest opens up so many new storytelling opportunities.
From real-world history inspirations to expert battle tips, I hope this 2800+ word guide gave you all the info needed to master this quest like a true Teyvat archaeologist. Time to grab that buried treasure!
Let me know if you have any other Genshin questions. I‘m always happy to help a fellow gamer and dive deep into my favorite game. Enjoy your continuing adventures, friend!
