Teyvat has seven distinct nations, each with unique culture, elements, and secrets. This guide covers everything you need to know about exploring each nation.
- How many nations are there? Seven: Mondstadt, Liyue, Inazuma, Sumeru, Fontaine, Natlan and Snezhnaya. Snezhnaya is not playable yet.
- What order do I unlock them? Story order: Mondstadt, then Liyue, Inazuma, Sumeru, Fontaine, Natlan. Inazuma only opens after the Liyue Archon Quest and the Ritou Escape Plan quest chain.
- Which Sigil does each nation drop? Each region drops its own: Anemo Sigils in Mondstadt, Geo in Liyue, Electro in Inazuma, Dendro in Sumeru, Hydro in Fontaine and Pyro in Natlan.
- Who is the Archon of each nation? Barbatos (Anemo), Morax (Geo), Ei (Electro), Buer (Dendro), Focalors (Hydro), Mavuika (Pyro) and the Tsaritsa (Cryo).
- Which regions are hardest to fully explore? Inazuma, because its islands unlock one at a time, and Sumeru, because the rainforest canopy and the desert underground layers hide separate collectibles.
Overview of the Seven Nations
| Nation | Element | Archon | Features | Unlock |
| Mondstadt | Anemo | Barbatos | City of Freedom, Windrise oak, Dandelion Sea | Start |
| Liyue | Geo | Morax | Harbor of Contracts, Jueyun Karst, The Chasm | After Prologue |
| Inazuma | Electro | Ei | Land of Eternity, Grand Narukami Shrine, Watatsumi Island | Chapter II |
| Sumeru | Dendro | Buer | Land of Wisdom, rainforest canopy, desert ruins | Chapter III |
| Fontaine | Hydro | Focalors | Land of Justice, underwater exploration, mechanical puzzles | Chapter IV |
| Natlan | Pyro | Mavuika | Six tribes, Nightsoul and Phlogiston, volcanic terrain | Version 5.0 |
| Snezhnaya | Cryo | the Tsaritsa | Frozen land, Fatui headquarters | Not yet |
Mondstadt: Freedom's Beginning
Features: Knights of Favonius HQ, Windrise oak, Dandelion Sea
Must-Visit Spots:
- The giant oak tree at Windrise
- Starfell Lake at sunset
- Starfell Valley under the stars
- Dragonspine summit in clear weather
Collection Tips:
- Anemoculus: mountains and caves
- Wind glider stamina reduced by exploration rewards
- Cooking recipes: Apple Pie, Mushroom Soup
Liyue: The Harbor of Contracts
Features: Liyue Harbor, Jueyun Karst, The Chasm
Must-Visit Spots:
- Liyue Harbor at night
- Guyun Stone Forest offshore pillars
- Luhua Pool's mineral hot springs
- Mt. Aocang, Cloud Retainer's abode
Collection Tips:
- Geoculus: cliffs and caves
- Luxurious chests: quest rewards
- Local specialties: Glaze Lily, Qingxin
Inazuma: Land of Eternity
Features: Grand Narukami Shrine, Kannazuka, Watatsumi Island
Must-Visit Spots:
- Sacred Sakura at Grand Narukami Shrine
- Sangonomiya Shrine on Watatsumi Island
- Mt. Yougou's summit at dawn
- Ritou's harbour district
Collection Tips:
- Electroculus: islands and caves
- Sacred Sakura's Favor: rewards scale with offering level
- Cooking recipes: Grilled Unagi Fillet, Chawanmushi
Sumeru: Land of Wisdom
Features: Sumeru City and its divine tree, rainforest canopy, desert ruins
Must-Visit Spots:
- Valley of Dahri at sunset
- The divine tree above Sumeru City
- Mausoleum of King Deshret
- Aranara world quest chain
Collection Tips:
- Dendroculus: canopy and underground
- Character EXP materials: run Ley Line Blossoms
- Local specialties: Mint, Lotus Head
Fontaine: Land of Justice
Features: Court of Fontaine, underwater exploration, mechanical puzzles
Must-Visit Spots:
- Opera Epiclese
- Palais Mermonia rooftop
- Underwater ruins off the Beryl Region
- Erinnyes Forest windmills
Collection Tips:
- Hydroculus: underwater and on the surface
- Fontaine specialties: Lakelight Lily, Romaritime Flower
- Cooking recipes: Poisson Seafood Soup, Fontaine dishes
Natlan: Land of Burning Essence
Features: Six tribes, Nightsoul and Phlogiston, volcanic terrain
Must-Visit Spots:
- Stadium of the Sacred Flame
- Basin of Unnumbered Flames
- People of the Springs hot springs at Toyac Springs
- Scions of the Canopy rope bridges
Collection Tips:
- Pyroculus: volcanoes and caves
- Phlogiston: Natlan-only resource for exploration skills
- Local specialties: Cacahuatl, Grainfruit
Snezhnaya: The Frozen End
Status: Not yet
Known so far:
- Headquarters of the Fatui
- Seat of the Cryo Archon
- Tied to the conflict with the Heavenly Principles
FAQ
Q: Which nation should I explore first?
A: Follow the story order: Mondstadt → Liyue → Inazuma → Sumeru → Fontaine → Natlan.
Q: Which nations are hardest for Sigils?
A: Inazuma (needs island unlocking) and Sumeru (complex rainforest canopy) are relatively harder.
Q: When will Snezhnaya release?
A: No official date announced. Watch for version update announcements.