As the Electro Archon, Raiden Shogun, prepares for her highly anticipated re-run in the latest Genshin Impact updates of 2026, players across Teyvat are once again sharpening their blades and saving their Primogems. This isn't just any character—she's a powerhouse that can flip the script in any team composition, acting as both a devastating main DPS and a smooth rotational support. Talk about getting the best of both worlds! To help you hit the ground running the moment her banner drops, here's your comprehensive, up-to-date farming guide for all the ascension and talent materials you'll need to make your Shogun truly shine.

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🌩️ Ascension Materials: Powering Up the Archon

Raiden Shogun's true potential, especially her game-changing transformation into a top-tier main DPS, is fully unlocked at Constellation 2. But before you get there, you need to build a solid foundation by ascending her to level 90. Here’s the complete shopping list, broken down by ascension phase. Trust me, you'll want to start gathering these now; it's a bit of a grind, but oh so worth it.

Ascension Phase Required Materials Mora Cost
Level 20 x1 Vajrada Amethyst Silver, x3 Amakumo Fruit, x3 Old Handguard 20,000
Level 40 x3 Vajrada Amethyst Fragment, x10 Amakumo Fruit, x2 Storm Beads, x15 Old Handguard 40,000
Level 50 x6 Vajrada Amethyst Fragment, x20 Amakumo Fruit, x4 Storm Beads, x12 Kageuchi Handguard 60,000
Level 60 x3 Vajrada Amethyst Chunk, x30 Amakumo Fruit, x8 Storm Beads, x18 Kageuchi Handguard 80,000
Level 70 x6 Vajrada Amethyst Chunk, x45 Amakumo Fruit, x12 Storm Beads, x12 Famed Handguard 100,000
Level 80 x6 Vajrada Amethyst Gemstone, x60 Amakumo Fruit, x20 Storm Beads, x24 Famed Handguard 120,000

In total, you're looking at a whopping 420,000 Mora just for the ascension process. Phew! But where do you find all these items? Let's break it down:

  • Vajrada Amethyst: These electro-infused crystals are your standard character ascension gems. Farm them from:

    • Electro Hypostasis (The classic cube boss).

    • Various weekly and normal bosses found throughout the Inazuma region.

  • Amakumo Fruit: These purple, bulbous fruits are scattered all over Seirai Island. They grow in clusters, so a few dedicated farming routes will net you plenty.

  • Storm Beads: This material drops exclusively from the Thunder Manifestation, the formidable electro bird boss that soars above Seirai Island. Be prepared for a shocking fight!

  • Handguards: Ah, the bane of every Inazuma farmer's existence. These come in three tiers (Old, Kageuchi, Famed) and are dropped by the Nobushi—those wandering ronin you find all over Inazuma. They can be a bit stingy with the higher-tier drops, so... good luck with that.

📚 Talent Materials: Unlocking Her Divine Skills

Ascension is only half the battle. To truly unlock the Shogun's full, archon-level power, you need to crown her talents. This is where she goes from strong to absolutely broken. The materials for leveling her Normal Attack, Elemental Skill, and Elemental Burst are the same.

Here’s the detailed roadmap for leveling a single talent from level 1 to the coveted level 10:

Talent Level-Up Requirements:

  • Level 2: x3 Teachings of Light, x6 Old Handguard, 12,500 Mora

  • Level 3: x2 Guide to Light, x3 Kageuchi Handguard, 17,500 Mora

  • Level 4: x4 Guide to Light, x4 Kageuchi Handguard, 25,000 Mora

  • Level 5: x6 Guide to Light, x6 Kageuchi Handguard, 30,000 Mora

  • Level 6: x9 Guide to Light, x9 Kageuchi Handguard, 37,500 Mora

  • Level 7: x4 Philosophies of Light, x4 Famed Handguard, x1 Molten Moment, 120,000 Mora

  • Level 8: x6 Philosophies of Light, x6 Famed Handguard, x1 Molten Moment, 260,000 Mora

  • Level 9: x12 Philosophies of Light, x9 Famed Handguard, x2 Molten Moment, 450,000 Mora

  • Level 10: x16 Philosophies of Light, x12 Famed Handguard, x2 Molten Moment, x1 Crown of Insight, 700,000 Mora

Adding it all up, leveling one talent to max requires a staggering 1,652,500 Mora. And remember, you'll likely want to crown her iconic Elemental Burst, if not all three talents!

Material Locations:

  • Talent Books (Light): These are farmed in the Violet Court Domain on Kannazuka, Inazuma. The domain for Light books is available on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Plan your resin usage accordingly!

  • Handguards: Yes, you'll need more of them. Back to hunting those Nobushi.

  • Molten Moment: This crucial weekly boss material is a drop from La Signora, the Cryo/Pyro Fatui Harbinger. You can challenge her once per week to collect these.

  • Crown of Insight: The ultimate, rarest talent material. As of 2026, these are still obtained primarily through:

    • Completing major limited-time events.

    • Reaching certain levels in regional offering systems (like the Sacred Sakura or the Tree of Dreams).

💡 Final Tips for Your Pre-Farm

Getting Raiden Shogun to her peak is a marathon, not a sprint. Start with the ascension materials, as reaching level 90 is your first major power spike. Focus on farming Amakumo Fruit and fighting the Thunder Manifestation on days when you're not in the Violet Court domain. And about those Handguards... maybe put on a good podcast or some music while you farm. It makes the grind a little less painful, you know?

With this guide in hand, you're now fully equipped to prepare for the Almighty Shogun's return. When her banner finally arrives, you can welcome her home and immediately begin her journey to becoming the centerpiece of your team. The path to eternity demands preparation, but the reward is absolute power.