Treasure Compasses in Genshin Impact and How To Use Them

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Exploration is at the heart of Genshin Impact, and Teyvat is brimming with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. While aimlessly wandering can sometimes lead to delightful finds, for the dedicated treasure hunter, there’s a valuable tool that can significantly streamline your search: the Treasure Compass.

These handy gadgets, specific to each major region, can point you towards undiscovered treasure chests in your vicinity, saving you precious time and ensuring you don’t miss out on valuable Primogems, Mora, and other rewards. This guide will delve into everything you need to know about Treasure Compasses – what they are, why they’re essential, how to acquire and use them effectively, and pro tips to maximize their potential. Let’s embark on a more efficient treasure hunt!

Contents:

• What Are Treasure Compasses?
• Why Use Treasure Compasses?
• How to Get Treasure Compasses
• How to Use Treasure Compasses
• Player Tips for Maximizing Treasure Compasses
• Common Mistakes to Avoid
• Other Web References and Resources
• Final Thoughts

What Are Treasure Compasses in Genshin Impact?

Treasure Compasses are reusable gadgets in Genshin Impact designed to help players locate unopened treasure chests within a specific region. Just like the Oculus Resonance Stones, there’s a unique Treasure Compass for each of the major nations:

• Mondstadt Treasure Compass: Detects chests in Mondstadt.
• Liyue Treasure Compass: Detects chests in Liyue.
• Inazuma Treasure Compass: Detects chests in Inazuma.
• Sumeru Treasure Compass: Detects chests in Sumeru.
• Fontaine Treasure Compass: Detects chests in Fontaine.

When activated in the corresponding region, if there are undiscovered chests nearby, the compass will emit a golden aura pointing in the general direction of the closest unopened chest. This visual cue helps narrow down your search area considerably, making the process of looting Teyvat much more systematic.

Why Use Treasure Compasses?

Treasure Compasses offer several key advantages for Genshin Impact players who are keen on maximizing their rewards and exploration progress:

• Efficiency: They significantly reduce the time spent aimlessly searching for hidden chests, allowing you to focus your efforts in the right direction.
• Resource Acquisition: Treasure chests are a vital source of various in-game resources, including Primogems (essential for Wishes), Mora (the primary currency), Adventure EXP, Sigils (used for regional shop rewards), and Artifacts.
• Completionism: For players aiming to fully explore each region and achieve 100% exploration progress, Treasure Compasses are invaluable for finding those last few elusive chests.
• Hidden Gems: Sometimes, chests are cleverly hidden behind environmental puzzles or in less obvious locations. The compass can lead you to these secret stashes that you might otherwise overlook.

How to Get Treasure Compasses in Genshin Impact?

Unlike items found through exploration, Treasure Compasses are crafted gadgets. However, you’ll first need to obtain their respective blueprints by increasing your Reputation Level in each region:

• Mondstadt Treasure Compass Blueprint: Reach Mondstadt Reputation Level 6.
• Liyue Treasure Compass Blueprint: Reach Liyue Reputation Level 6.
• Inazuma Treasure Compass Blueprint: Reach Inazuma Reputation Level 8.
• Sumeru Treasure Compass Blueprint: Reach Sumeru Reputation Level 5.
• Fontaine Treasure Compass Blueprint: Reach Fontaine Reputation Level 5.

Once you’ve unlocked the blueprint for a specific region’s compass, you can craft it at any Crafting Bench using the required materials. These materials typically include local specialties from that region and some common monster drops.

Tip: Focus on completing Weekly Bounties and Requests for each city to level up your Reputation quickly and gain access to these powerful exploration tools.

How to Use Treasure Compasses in Genshin Impact

Using a Treasure Compass is relatively simple:

1. Equip the Compass: Open your Inventory, navigate to the “Gadgets” tab, and equip the Treasure Compass for the region you are currently exploring.
2. Activate: Once equipped, activate the compass (usually by pressing the ‘Z’ key on PC or tapping the gadget icon on mobile/console).
3. Observe the Aura: If there is an undiscovered treasure chest within a certain radius, a golden aura will emanate from your character, pointing in the general direction of the nearest chest. The aura will linger for a short duration.
4. Follow the Direction: Head in the direction indicated by the golden aura. As you get closer to the chest, you can reactivate the compass periodically to refine your direction.
5. Cooldown: After each use, the Treasure Compass will enter a cooldown period (typically 30 seconds). You’ll need to wait for the cooldown to finish before you can use it again.
6. No Aura: If no golden aura appears when you activate the compass, it means there are no undiscovered chests within its detection range in your current location. Move to a different area and try again.

Important Note: A Treasure Compass can only detect chests in the specific region it’s designed for. A Mondstadt Treasure Compass will not work in Liyue, for example.

Player Tips for Maximizing Treasure Compasses

To make the most of your Treasure Compasses and efficiently sweep each region for loot, consider these helpful tips:

Listen for Chest Sounds and be Thorough

Sometimes, you can hear the faint jingling sound of a nearby unopened chest. Pay attention to your surroundings, especially when the compass points you to a general area. The compass points to the nearest chest. After finding one, reactivate the compass to see if there are others in the vicinity.

Use Compasses in Partially Explored Areas

Treasure Compasses shine when you’ve collected most obvious chests but suspect you’re missing a few. Use them in areas with low exploration progress (check your map’s percentage) to avoid wasting time on already-cleared zones. Community posts on X suggest focusing on high-density chest areas like Stormterror’s Lair in Mondstadt or The Chasm in Liyue.

Follow Optimal Scanning Routes

To minimize searches, follow community-shared scanning routes. For example, X user @fireflytohotaru shared a Mondstadt scanning map, recommending specific points to use the compass to cover all chests efficiently. Check forums like HoYoLAB for similar region-specific guides.

Prioritize Chests, Then Challenges and Seelies

Since patch 5.2, compasses can detect Time Trial Challenges and Seelies, not just chests. If you’re aiming for chests, claim or complete any marked challenges or Seelies first to “clear” them, allowing the compass to focus on chests in subsequent uses.

Explore Vertically

Chests can be hidden high on cliffs, inside caves, or underwater (especially in Fontaine). When the compass marks a location, use characters like Venti, Kazuha, or Wanderer for aerial exploration, or Neuvillette for underwater searches. The golden trail doesn’t always indicate exact height, so check above and below.

Combine with Interactive Maps

Pair the compass with tools like the Teyvat Interactive Map or GameWith’s chest maps gamewith.net to cross-reference potential chest locations. This is especially helpful in complex regions like Sumeru, where some players report the compass feeling less reliable due to dense terrain.

Save Resources Early On

If you’re far from Reputation Level 6 or 9, don’t hoard chests hoping to use the compass later—many are easy to find through exploration. Similarly, avoid spending rare materials like Amethyst Lumps on compasses if you’re low on resources. Focus on story quests and world exploration first.

Use Co-Op for Tricky Spots

If a chest is hard to reach or you’re stuck at 97% exploration, join a co-op session. Other players can help spot chests or guide you to hidden areas. The Genshin Impact subreddit reddit.com/r/Genshin_Impact is a great place to find co-op partners or troubleshooting tips.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these common pitfalls to use your Treasure Compasses effectively:

• Using the Wrong Compass: Ensure you have the Treasure Compass for the specific region you are currently exploring equipped.
• Ignoring the Cooldown: Don’t spam the activation button. Wait for the cooldown to finish to get an accurate reading.
• Searching in Too Large an Area: If the compass points in a broad direction, try moving to different spots within that general area and reactivating it to narrow down the location.
• Assuming One Chest Per Use: The compass points to the closest chest. There might be multiple chests in the same general direction or nearby. Always reactivate after finding a chest.
• Not Checking All Levels: Chests can be hidden underground, high on cliffs, or inside buildings. Be sure to explore vertically as well as horizontally.

Other Web References and Resources

To further enhance your treasure hunting expeditions in Genshin Impact, consider these valuable online resources:

• HoYoverse Official Website: genshin.hoyoverse.com (for official game updates and information).
• HoYoLAB Community: www.hoyolab.com (for interactive maps, guides, and community discussions).
• Genshin Impact Wiki (Fandom): genshin-impact.fandom.com (a comprehensive database of game information).
• YouTube Guides: Search “Genshin Impact Treasure Compass Guide” on YouTube for visual demonstrations and specific chest locations.

Final Thoughts

The Treasure Compass is an indispensable tool for any Genshin Impact player looking to maximize their exploration efficiency and reap the rewards hidden within Teyvat’s numerous chests. By understanding how to obtain, use, and strategically apply these gadgets, you’ll spend less time wandering aimlessly and more time uncovering valuable treasures. So equip your compass, embrace the thrill of the hunt, and may your journeys be filled with glittering discoveries!

Happy exploring, Traveler!

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