Genshin Impact: In the Dwelling of Life Quest Walkthrough & Guide

The In the Dwelling of Life mission is an extensive world quest within Genshin Impact tied directly to the Eye of Graeae narrative arc. Players will find themselves traversing intricate tunnels, solving environmental puzzles using the Prime Ice Construct and Grappling Gun, and battling adversaries like Leshy. This comprehensive guide outlines every phase of the journey, from initial activation to securing the ultimate reward fragment.

To kick things off, fast-travel to the Statue of the Seven located in Flamefeather Valley (west of Morepesok), then journey southward to encounter The Anvil. Defeating him initiates the storyline. For additional insights on recent patches, feel free to browse our Genshin Impact news portal.

A Sprout Without a Gardener

Following your victory over The Anvil, he hints at a secret stash tucked away in a disused tunnel. Travel westward following the active quest marker until your task updates to Clear the obstacle blocking the tunnel entrance. Access your Prime Ice Construct interface and choose the Remove option to clear away the blocking Grappling Gun. Venture inside to locate the stash, deploy your Grappling Gun to yank the Grappling Hook attached to a container, and smash it open. Collect your Exquisite Chest before pressing onward until you encounter a young child named Nastya. The objective shifts to Open up the path to Okurov. Collaborate with Nastya to construct a fresh Grappling Gun, clearing the subsequent barricade so you can advance.

Transplanted From “Yesterday” to “Tomorrow”

Track the quest indicator toward a nearby station. To navigate this area alongside Nastya, complete the following:

Construct a Grappling Gun adjacent to the window to forge an entry point.
Drop inside and interact with the counter lever to unlock the barrier for Nastya.
Ascend to the upper level, step outside, and circle around to the opposite flank.
Drop down from the rooftop and activate the switch on that side to open the secondary gate.

Nastya will subsequently invite you to participate in a round of hide-and-seek. Because Nastya is the only one capable of moving freely here, simply tail her movements. Stay alert for aggressive Leshy assaults along the path. Eventually, you will encounter two peaceful Leshy, though an unknown entity suddenly ambushes the group, plunging everyone down into the subterranean drainage system and initiating the Down in the Dumps chapter.

Down in the Dumps

This serves as the most prolonged subquest in the chain, focusing entirely on escaping the subterranean maze:

Locate an exit route from the sewers.
Examine the primary control room.
Gather three distinct keycards (Red, Blue, and White).
Unlock the control hub door.
Venture deeper, board the lift, and ascend back to the surface.

Deploy the Grappling Gun to shift heavy wooden barriers, retrieve the Red Key, and harvest the Blue Key and White Key from their respective receptacles. Combine all three tokens to unlatch the entryway. Inside, pick up the Wheel and scout ahead to discover the elevator.

Back on One’s Feet

Upon breaking out of the sewer, gain entry to Ove’s house by scaling stacked crates up to the roof level and dropping through an opening. Smash two wooden boxes inside to uncover a hidden basement stairwell. Clear a blockage with your Grappling Gun, acquire a Lever, and head back to retract a gate. Past the gate, claim another lever and a Precious Chest. Brace yourself for combat. Slide through a tight gap (you may need to fabricate a Prime Ice Construct Cube to squeeze through). Secure the Control Wheel and exit the cellar. Reunite with Nastya to power up the elevator and conclude this segment.

Forbidding Doors of Melancholy

This phase mandates that you infiltrate the assembly hall and locate Nastya’s personal dwelling space.

Find a Way to Move the Curtain

Utilize Grappling Guns to haul the chandelier downward, then clear the tool to let the fixture snap back upward. Loop this action until you reach a concealed lever, pulling it precisely when Paimon finishes her countdown.

Head to the Door Leading to Home

Erect a Grappling Gun to drag a heavy disk, spawn a Cube to halt its motion, and then dismantle the Grappling Gun to lock the disk securely in position.

Investigate the Strange Room

Examine three distinct focal points within the chamber to trigger a trap. Aid Nastya in reaching your location, then interact with the console that originally trapped you to reveal a secret passageway.

To Rest in a Forgotten Field

Follow the newly unveiled corridor until you cross paths with Zhara. Overcome them in combat to continue your expedition.

Chorus of Solace

Bear witness to Nastya’s ultimate choice and acquire the second component of the Eye of Graeae’s fragments. Accomplishing this finalizes the In the Dwelling of Life questline. Your journey immediately transitions into the On One Side a Palace, On the Other a Tomb narrative arc.

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Troubleshooting

Stuck on the chandelier puzzle? Ensure you clear out the Grappling Gun immediately after pulling the chandelier down; otherwise, the tension will not release.
Having trouble locating the final keycard? The White Key rests on an elevated ledge—use your Grappling Gun to climb up and grab it.
Do the Leshy keep respawning infinitely? They are hardcoded into the sequence, so simply push forward through the area.

FAQ

Q: What rewards are obtained upon completion?
A: Players earn an Exquisite Chest, a Precious Chest, and the second fragment belonging to the Eye of Graeae.

Q: Is there any time restriction to worry about?
A: No, this is classified as a permanent world quest.

Q: Is a specialized team composition required?
A: Packing a well-rounded party featuring a dedicated healer alongside high-damage dealers is strongly advised for surviving the encounters with Leshy and Zhara.

Next Steps

Finishing this quest unlocks the On One Side a Palace, On the Other a Tomb quest chain. Keep pushing forward through the Eye of Graeae storyline to unearth deeper lore and extra loot.