How do I farm Lightning Prisms in Genshin Impact?

Lightning Prisms are a crucial ascension material in Genshin Impact, primarily used for characters like Keqing, Beidou, and the Traveler (Electro). These materials are dropped by the Electro Hypostasis, a world boss located in Mondstadt. Farming Lightning Prisms efficiently requires understanding the mechanics of the fight, optimizing your team composition, and managing your resources effectively. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to farm Lightning Prisms.

First, you need to locate the Electro Hypostasis. It can be found in the Cape Oath region of Mondstadt, southeast of the Stormbearer Mountains. The boss is easily recognizable by its large, glowing cube structure. To challenge the Electro Hypostasis, you must have at least 40 Original Resin, which is consumed upon claiming the rewards after defeating the boss. Make sure you have enough Resin before starting the fight, as failing to claim rewards due to insufficient Resin is a common mistake.

The Electro Hypostasis has several attack patterns, including melee slams, ranged energy orbs, and area-of-effect attacks. The key to defeating it efficiently is to dodge its attacks and focus on dealing damage during its vulnerable phases. The boss becomes vulnerable when it collapses into a small core after certain attacks. This is the best time to unleash your strongest abilities. However, avoid using Electro characters like Keqing or Beidou, as the Electro Hypostasis is immune to Electro damage. Instead, use characters with Pyro, Cryo, or Geo elements, as these are more effective against it.

A recommended team composition for this fight includes a strong DPS character like Diluc, Hu Tao, or Ganyu, supported by a healer like Bennett or Qiqi. A shield character like Zhongli or Noelle can also be helpful to mitigate damage. For example, a team of Diluc, Bennett, Zhongli, and Ganyu would provide a good balance of damage, healing, and survivability. Diluc and Ganyu can deal high Pyro and Cryo damage, respectively, while Bennett provides healing and attack buffs. ZhongliÔÇÖs shields will help you avoid taking unnecessary damage.

Artifacts and weapons should be optimized for your DPS characters. For Diluc, the Crimson Witch of Flames set is ideal, as it boosts Pyro damage and increases the damage of elemental reactions. Equip him with a high-damage weapon like the WolfÔÇÖs Gravestone or the Serpent Spine. For Ganyu, the WandererÔÇÖs Troupe or Blizzard Strayer sets work well, depending on your playstyle. The AmosÔÇÖ Bow or the Prototype Crescent are excellent weapon choices for her. Bennett should use the Noblesse Oblige set to boost his healing and provide an attack buff to the team. Zhongli can use the Tenacity of the Millelith set to enhance his shield strength and provide additional support.

During the fight, focus on dodging the Electro HypostasisÔÇÖs attacks and wait for it to collapse into its core. When it does, switch to your DPS character and unleash your strongest abilities. Be mindful of the bossÔÇÖs health bar, as it will regenerate if you fail to destroy the three Electro crystals that appear during its final phase. Use your Pyro or Cryo characters to quickly destroy these crystals before the boss can heal.

One common mistake is using Electro characters in this fight, as they are ineffective against the Electro Hypostasis. Another mistake is not managing your stamina properly, which can leave you vulnerable to the bossÔÇÖs attacks. Make sure to conserve stamina for dodging and avoid spamming attacks unnecessarily. Additionally, failing to destroy the Electro crystals in the final phase can result in the boss regenerating a significant portion of its health, making the fight longer and more difficult.

Advanced techniques include using food buffs and potions to enhance your teamÔÇÖs performance. Dishes like AdeptusÔÇÖ Temptation or Jade Parcels can boost your attack, while Electro Resistance Potions can reduce the damage you take from the bossÔÇÖs attacks. You can also use the NRE (Nutritional Ready-to-Eat) gadget to quickly consume food during the fight without opening your inventory.

In summary, farming Lightning Prisms requires a well-prepared team, optimized artifacts and weapons, and a good understanding of the Electro HypostasisÔÇÖs mechanics. By following these strategies and avoiding common mistakes, you can efficiently farm Lightning Prisms and ascend your Electro characters to their full potential.