A Traveler’s Guide to Spending Starglitter in Genshin Impact

As Travelers journey through the sprawling world of Teyvat, they collect numerous currencies, but few feel as precious and consequential as Masterless Starglitter. This rare resource is a byproduct of the gacha system—a consolation prize for your pulls on the Wish banners. But once you have it, the burning question is: what should you spend it on?

Unlike its more abundant cousin, Masterless Stardust, Starglitter is only obtained from pulling 4-star and 5-star items, and you get significantly more for character duplicates, especially if they are already at their maximum Constellation level. Because of its scarcity, wise spending in the Paimon’s Bargains Starglitter Exchange is crucial to optimizing your account.

Here is a breakdown of the items available in the Starglitter Exchange and the best strategies for using your hard-earned Masterless Riches.

1. Intertwined Fates: The Universal Choice (5 Starglitter)

The option to buy Intertwined Fates (the blue-and-pink wishes for the limited-time and weapon banners) is a permanent fixture and arguably the most consistently high-value choice.

The Argument for Fates:

• Pity Progress: Every Fate you buy contributes directly to your pity count for a limited-time 5-star character or weapon. This is the only item in the Starglitter Exchange that can lead to a 5-star unit.
• Guaranteed Pulls: If you are chasing a highly-anticipated 5-star character and find yourself just a few wishes short of Pity, Starglitter Fates can be the final push you need to secure them before the banner ends.

The General Rule: For the long-term, most veteran and free-to-play players agree that converting Starglitter into Fates is the best default strategy. It’s an efficient way to keep rolling for the most powerful and desirable units in the game.

2. The Rotating 4-Star Characters (34 Starglitter)

Every month, the Starglitter Exchange features two different 4-star characters, allowing you to purchase one copy of each for 34 Starglitter. This rotation is fixed and predictable, making it easy to plan ahead.

The Argument for Characters:

• Key Constellations: Some 4-star characters gain massive power spikes from their early constellations. The most famous example is Bennett’s C1, which removes a restriction on his Fantastic Voyage burst, and is often considered one of the most game-changing constellations in the entire game. Xingqiu and Xiangling also have constellations that are high-priority. If a character you use frequently is only a constellation or two away from a major upgrade, buying it can be an excellent investment.
• Starter Characters: The Starter characters—Amber, Kaeya, and Lisa—are notoriously difficult to get constellations for, as they are rarely featured on limited banners and have a low chance on the Standard Banner. If you main one of them, the Starglitter shop is essentially the only reliable way to max out their constellations.
• New Players: If you’re a new player missing a critical unit like Bennett or Xingqiu, spending the 34 Starglitter for the first copy is arguably the single best use of the currency, as they will dramatically improve your account’s damage and utility immediately.

3. Rotating 4-Star Weapons (24 Starglitter)

The shop alternates between the Blackcliff series and the Royal series of weapons. The Blackcliff weapons, which offer a valuable Critical Damage sub-stat, are available in January, March, May, July, September, and November.

The Argument for Weapons:

• Blackcliff Value: The Blackcliff weapons are generally considered much better value than the Royal series due to their Crit DMG main stat. They can be a decent option if you are severely lacking a strong weapon for a DPS character and don’t wish on the Weapon Banner.
• Refinement: Since you can buy multiple copies, it’s possible to fully refine a Blackcliff weapon, giving it a strong boost.

The Caveat: At 24 Starglitter, a Blackcliff weapon is equivalent to nearly five wishes. Given how many excellent free or easily-obtained 4-star weapons exist in the game (like The Catch, Festering Desire, or the craftable series), using your rare Starglitter on weapons is only recommended for specific builds or if you have all the key character constellations you need.

The Clear Hierarchy

For most Travelers, the optimal Starglitter spending hierarchy should be:

1. Essential 4-Star Characters/Constellations: Buy the first copy of game-changing supports like Bennett or Xingqiu if you don’t have them, or a key Constellation like Bennett C1.
2. Intertwined Fates: Use all remaining Starglitter on Fates to progress your Pity for a highly desired 5-star.
3. Starter Constellations: Only pursue constellations for Amber, Kaeya, and Lisa if you are dedicated to using them, as they take a very long time to acquire.
4. Blackcliff Weapons: A tertiary option, only if you are desperate for a Crit-focused weapon and have a massive surplus of Starglitter.

Don’t let your Masterless Starglitter sit idle. Plan your purchases around the monthly rotation and ensure this scarce resource is fueling your pursuit of the strongest characters and most satisfying pulls in Teyvat!

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