Natlan's winds are whispering about a new arrival, and Teyvat travelers are buzzing with excitement. Ifa, that mysterious Anemo character who first popped up as an NPC in Version 5.5, is finally becoming playable alongside Escoffier in the imminent Version 5.6 update. HoYoverse dropped the bombshell confirming his elemental affiliation, but kept his kit details under wraps—leaving dataminers to spill the tea about his Barbara-esque healing mechanics and crowd-control Burst. For dedicated players, this triggers that familiar itch: pre-farming frenzy! But hold your horses, 'cause this ain't no walk in the park. Leaked mats come with big-time risks, and grinding blindly could leave you high and dry if HoYo decides to switch things up last minute. Still, for those willing to roll the dice? Let's break down what the underground networks are saying about prepping for this airborne warrior.

The Nitty-Gritty on Ifa's Gameplay

Leaked kit details paint Ifa as an Anemo wildcard with serious support potential. His Elemental Skill, Nightsoul's Blessing, lets him hover using Cacucu (that funky little companion) while dishing out special Normal Attacks. These don't just slash enemies with Anemo DMG—they also patch up allies, giving major "hold my beer, Barbara" energy. But wait, there's more! His Elemental Burst fires a massive shot that creates a vacuum effect, yoinking foes into one tidy pile for your DPS to obliterate. Crowd control plus healing? Talk about a multitasker.prepping-for-ifa-in-genshin-impact-5-6-materials-risks-unveiled-image-0

The Pre-Farm Paradox: High Risk, High Reward?

Alright, let's address the elephant in the room: pre-farming based on leaks is like betting on a horse that might pull out of the race last second. Honey Hunter World's notorious data mines revealed Ifa's alleged material list, but HoYo's silence means these could change faster than a Dendro reaction. Wanna know the kicker? If they tweak requirements last-minute, your hard-earned Sparkless Statue Cores might collect dust instead of powering up Ifa. Brutal, right? Yet for completionists, the payoff—maxing him day one—is irresistible. Just remember: you’ve been warned.

Ascension Materials Breakdown

Ifa's Anemo element is confirmed, so turquoise gems are a safe bet. Everything else? Proceed with caution. Here’s the leaked shopping list for Ascension:

Material Quantity Source
Vayuda Turquoise (all tiers) 1 Silver, 9 Fragments, 9 Chunks, 6 Gemstones Anemo Bosses (e.g., Maguu Kenki, Stormterror)
Sparkless Statue Core 46 Lava Dragon Statue (Atocpan, Natlan)
Saurian Claw Succulent 168 Sulfurous Veins (Natlan)
Juvenile Fang 18 Natlan Saurians
Seasoned Fang 30 Natlan Saurians
Tyrant's Fang 36 Natlan Saurians
Mora 420,000 Blossom of Wealth

Key headaches:

  • Saurian Claw Succulent only has 90 map nodes, forcing 2+ farming runs (respawns take 48 hours).

  • Fang drops aren’t guaranteed—prepare to hunt a lot of lizardfolk.

  • Pro tip: Farm Blossoms in Natlan for bonus Saurian encounters. Killing two birds with one stone? Genius!

Talent Upgrade Grind

Leveling talents demands even more grind—and one brutal roadblock. Justice books? Annoying but doable. Fangs? More lizard genocide. But that weekly boss mat? Total nightmare fuel. Check the deets:

Material Quantity Source Notes
Teachings/Guide/Philosophies of Justice 9/63/114 Blazing Ruins Domain (Wed/Sat/Sun) Seriously, why only 3 days a week?!
Juvenile Fang 18 Natlan Saurians Also needed for Ascension
Seasoned Fang 66 Natlan Saurians Stockpile these bad boys
Tyrant's Fang 93 Natlan Saurians Pray for RNG luck
Unknown Weekly Boss Mat 18 New Mondstadt Weekly Boss (v5.6) Can’t pre-farm!
Crown of Insight 3 Events/Battle Pass Gotta catch 'em all
Mora 4,957,500 Blossom of Wealth Oof, that’s steep

That unreleased weekly material is the real party pooper—it’ll take months to gather enough. Plus, three Crowns of Insight? Better have been saving those!

The Bottom Line: Is It Worth It?

Prepping for Ifa is like assembling IKEA furniture blindfolded: ambitious, frustrating, but weirdly satisfying if it works. Between Natlan’s sulfurous landscapes and Mondstadt’s looming weekly boss, you’re staring down 6+ million Mora and weeks of grind—all riding on leaks that might ghost you. For casual players? Maybe wait for official info. But for die-hards craving instant Ifa dominance? YOLO. Just remember: HoYo loves curveballs. So farm smart, watch those material updates, and may the Archons bless your artifact rolls. After all, Natlan’s winds wait for no one—better grab those Saurian Claws while you can!

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