Xiao, the vigilant Yaksha, demands precise resource management to unlock his devastating plunge attack potential. This guide details every material required for ascension to level 90, talent upgrades, and optimal farming strategies, ensuring you maximize your Original Resin efficiency.
Understanding Xiao’s Resource Demands
Building Xiao requires a mix of regional specialties, boss materials, common drops, and rare event items. Prioritize ascension first for his Crit Rate boosts, then talents in the order: Burst > Normal Attack > Skill. Expect heavy investment: over 8 million EXP, substantial Mora, and hundreds of specific drops.
Ascension Materials: Path to Level 90
Xiao’s ascension phases unlock progressively higher stats, culminating in a 19.2% Crit Rate bonus at phase 6. Here’s the complete breakdown:
| Phase | Level | Vayuda Turquoise | Juvenile Jade | Slime Extracts | Qingxin | Mora |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 | 1 Sliver | – | 3 Condensate | 3 | 20,000 |
| 2 | 40 | 3 Fragment | 2 | 10 Secretions | 10 | 40,000 |
| 3 | 50 | 6 Fragment | 4 | 20 Concentrate | 20 | 60,000 |
| 4 | 60 | 3 Chunk | 8 | 12 Condensate | 30 | 80,000 |
| 5 | 70 | 6 Chunk | 12 | 20 Secretions | 45 | 100,000 |
| 6 | 80/90 | 6 Gemstone | 20 | 12 Concentrate | 60 | 120,000 |
| Total | 90 | 168 (1/9/9/9/18/1 Sliver/Frag/Chunk/Gem) | 46 | 18/30/36 Condensate/Secret./Conc. | 168 | 420,000 |
Totals summary: 168 Vayuda pieces, 46 Juvenile Jades, 84 Slime items, 168 Qingxin flowers, 420k Mora.
Talent Materials: Prioritizing Key Abilities
Talent upgrades demand domain books, weekly boss drops, and Crowns. Focus on Normal Attack and Burst for plunge DPS synergy. Full max-out (three talents to 10) triples these amounts.
| Level | Dvalin Feathers | Slime Extracts | Shadow of Warrior | Crown | Mora |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/3 | 3 | 6 Condensate | – | – | 12,500 |
| 4 | 4 | 6 Secretions | – | – | 17,500 |
| 5 | 6 | 6 Concentrate | – | – | 25,000 |
| 6 | 6 | 12 Condensate | – | – | 30,000 |
| 7/8 | 6/12 | 12 Secret./6 Conc. | 4/6 | – | 37,500/120,000 |
| 9 | 16 | 12 Secretions | 8 | 1 | 260,000 |
| 10 | – | 6 Concentrate | 6 | 1 | – |
| Per Talent Total | 46 | 18/30/36 | 18 | 2 | ~1M |
Burst (Dissolution Eruption) reduces HP drain at higher levels, essential for sustained plunging. Normal Attack boosts all attack types. Skill (Lemniscatic Wind Cycling) aids mobility.
Prime Farming Locations and Strategies
Vayuda Turquoise: Anemo Boss Priority
These Anemo gems drop from Anemo Hypostasis (most efficient, Mondstadt), Maguu Kenki (Inazuma), and Stormterror (weekly). Farm Hypostasis daily for 40 Resin—higher World Levels yield better drops. Primo Geovishap occasionally drops them too, dual-purpose farming.
- Route Tip: Teleport to Stormbearer Mountains, one-shot Hypostasis with Geo/Overload teams.
- Yield: Up to 2-6 per run at WL6+.
Juvenile Jade: Geovishap Marathon
The Primo Geovishap in Liyue’s The Chasm is your sole source. Tough fight—bring shielders and high DPS. 40 Resin per clear, farmable daily. Stockpile early as 46 are needed.
- Prep: Level 70+ team, resist Geo shredding.
- Alternative: No substitutes; commit 20+ runs minimum.
Slime Extracts: Everywhere in Teyvat
Condensate (white slimes), Secretions (green), Concentrate (blue/black). Found in all regions—Mondstadt beaches, Liyue caves, Inazuma islands. Use Electro bow for efficiency.
- Hotspots: Windrise (whites), Lingju Pass (blues).
- Total Runs: Auto-farm with gadgets if available.
Qingxin Flowers: Mountain Harvest
Liyue exclusive, atop peaks like Huaguang Stone Forest and Mt. Aozang. Climb or use Yun Jin/Geo glider. 168 needed—daily gathering yields 20-30.
- Daily Route: Qingyun Peak loop, 45-60 per hour.
- Tip: Pair with Jade farming.
Talent Books: Stormterror’s Lair
Dvalin’s Plume/Sigh/Feather from Mondstadt domain (Mon/Thu/Sun). Prosperity series—level 1-6 only. Use food buffs for 75% drops.
- Schedule: Plan around days; 3-clear per cycle.
Shadows of the Warrior: Weekly Childe
Golden House domain (Liyue, weekly). Defeat Tartaglia for drops; convert extras via Alchemist’s Dream Solvent. 18 minimum per talent—save all Signora/Childe mats.
Crowns of Insight: Event Windfalls
6 total for full build (2 per talent). From Sacred Sakura (Inazuma), Frostbearing Tree (Dragonspine), Lumenstone (Chasm), and events like Lantern Rite. Hoard patiently.
Additional Essentials: EXP, Mora, and Resin Plans
Character EXP: 8,362,650 to 90. Prioritize Hero’s Wit (domains/events), Wanderer’s Advice for bulk.
Mora: ~2-3M total. Farm Unshakable Mountain (Ley Line), sell artifacts.
Resin Optimization:
- Daily: 40 on Hypostasis, 40 on Geovishap.
- Weekly: Golden House first.
- Domains: Books on schedule.
- Condensed Resin: Double rewards.
Timeline: AR50+ players can cap Xiao in 1-2 months with perfect play.
Talent Priority and Playstyle Synergy
Max Burst first (C6 potential to 13 via constellations), then Normal Attack. Skill at 8-9 suffices. Plunging in Burst mode shreds with 5% stacking DMG bonus passive.
Artifacts: Viridescent Venerer or Gladiator’s. Weapons: Staff of Homa ideal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long to farm Xiao’s materials?
2-4 weeks for ascension, longer for talents due to weeklies. Start Qingxin/Slimes early.
Best world boss for Vayuda?
Anemo Hypostasis—fastest clear, consistent drops.
Can I skip Juvenile Jade farming?
No, exclusive to Primo Geovishap. Budget 800+ Resin.
Talent order for Xiao?
Burst > NA > Skill. Crown Burst/NA.
Where to get Crowns reliably?
Events and trees—check patch notes for majors.
Pro Tips for Efficient Grinding
- World Level 6+ for max drops.
- Food buffs: DEF/RES Shred on Geovishap.
- Teammates: Zhongli/Yelan for Xiao teams.
- Trackers: Genshin Optimizer apps.
With disciplined farming, Xiao becomes a hypercarry beast. Adapt routes to your Adventure Rank and resin.
References
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- Xiao Ascension and Talent Materials — Traveler.gg. 2023. https://traveler.gg/xiao-ascension-and-talent-materials/
- Guide for farming (Xiao) Genshin Impact — HoYoLAB. 2023. https://www.hoyolab.com/article/941969
- XIAO BUILD GUIDE! How to Build Xiao in Genshin Impact 3.4 — YouTube (Tectone). 2023-01-15.
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