How do I farm Treasure Hoarder Plans in Genshin Impact?

Farming Treasure Hoarder Insignias, including the Treasure Hoarder Plans, is an essential part of character and weapon progression in Genshin Impact. Treasure Hoarder Insignias are used as ascension materials for certain characters and weapons, and they come in three tiers: Treasure Hoarder Insignia, Silver Raven Insignia, and Golden Raven Insignia. Treasure Hoarder Plans are the highest tier of these materials, and they are required for higher-level ascensions. To farm these efficiently, you need to understand the mechanics, locations, and strategies involved.

First, letÔÇÖs discuss the mechanics. Treasure Hoarder Insignias are dropped by Treasure Hoarder enemies, which are scattered across Teyvat. These enemies are humanoid and often found in groups, making them relatively easy to farm. The drop rates for the higher-tier materials like Treasure Hoarder Plans increase with the level of the enemies, so itÔÇÖs best to target higher-level Treasure Hoarders. You can find these enemies in regions like Mondstadt, Liyue, and Inazuma, with some of the best farming spots being in areas like Mingyun Village, Yaoguang Shoal, and the outskirts of Inazuma City.

To start farming, you should first identify the locations where Treasure Hoarders spawn. One effective strategy is to use the AdventurerÔÇÖs Handbook, which allows you to track enemy locations. Open the handbook, go to the Enemies tab, and select Treasure Hoarders. This will mark their locations on your map. Alternatively, you can use online resources or community-created maps to find the most efficient farming routes. Some of the best areas include the cliffs near Mingyun Village in Liyue, where multiple groups of Treasure Hoarders spawn close together, and the beaches near Yaoguang Shoal, which also have a high concentration of these enemies.

When farming, itÔÇÖs important to have a team that can quickly dispatch groups of enemies. Characters with area-of-effect (AoE) abilities are particularly useful. For example, characters like Kazuha, Venti, or Sucrose can group enemies together, making it easier to defeat them all at once. Pair these characters with strong DPS units like Hu Tao, Ganyu, or Ayaka to maximize your farming efficiency. Additionally, having a healer or shielder like Zhongli, Bennett, or Diona can help sustain your team during prolonged farming sessions.

Artifact and weapon choices also play a role in optimizing your farming runs. For your DPS characters, focus on artifacts that boost their elemental damage or critical stats. For example, the Crimson Witch of Flames set is great for Pyro DPS characters like Hu Tao, while the Blizzard Strayer set works well for Cryo characters like Ganyu or Ayaka. For support characters, prioritize energy recharge and elemental mastery to ensure they can use their abilities frequently and effectively. Weapons like the Favonius series or Sacrificial series are excellent for support characters, as they help generate energy for the team.

One common mistake to avoid is neglecting to use elemental reactions. Elemental reactions like Swirl, Vaporize, or Melt can significantly increase your damage output, allowing you to clear groups of Treasure Hoarders more quickly. For example, using an Anemo character to Swirl Pyro or Cryo can deal massive AoE damage. Another mistake is not using food buffs or potions. Consuming dishes that increase attack or critical rate can make your farming runs faster and more efficient.

Advanced techniques include using the Ley Line Overflow event or other similar events to maximize your farming efficiency. During these events, you can earn double rewards from ley lines, which can include Mora and experience books. While these donÔÇÖt directly drop Treasure Hoarder Insignias, they help you save resources that can be used elsewhere. Additionally, consider using the Condensed Resin system to farm domains or bosses that drop other materials you need, allowing you to multitask and optimize your resin usage.

In terms of team composition, a balanced team with a mix of DPS, support, and utility characters is ideal. For example, a team with Kazuha (Anemo support), Hu Tao (Pyro DPS), Xingqiu (Hydro support), and Zhongli (Geo shielder) can handle most farming scenarios efficiently. Kazuha can group enemies and boost elemental damage, Hu Tao deals high single-target and AoE damage, Xingqiu provides Hydro application for Vaporize reactions, and Zhongli offers shielding and crowd control.

Finally, remember to check your inventory regularly and convert lower-tier Insignias into higher-tier ones using the Alchemy table. This can save you time and effort, as you donÔÇÖt need to farm as many high-level enemies to get the materials you need. By following these strategies and tips, you can efficiently farm Treasure Hoarder Plans and other Insignias, ensuring your characters and weapons are always ready for the challenges ahead.