Genshin Impact players have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of the new permanent feature for the Genius Invokation TCG and the release of patch 3.3. The wait is finally over and players have been busy exploring and experiencing the game by experimenting with various team and deck compositions and optimizing their dice management.
Genshin Impact's Genius Invokation TCG can seem intimidating at first, but once players understand the mechanics and develop strategies, it is actually quite simple. The game provides a comprehensive tutorial to help new players get up to speed, but there are also many interesting and complex aspects to explore. With the right knowledge and a bit of luck, players can easily keep the winning edge against their opponents in both PvE and PvP battles.
7 Player Level Unlocks More Content
Although players don't need to be high-level to have a strong deck, it is recommended to focus on content that gives players experience to ensure they can unlock new challenges and explore different characters and cards. Doing so will allow players to create more powerful decks and take on more difficult tasks.
Players can gain Player EXP in Genshin Impact's Genius Invokation TCG by taking on Adventure Challenges and Weekly Tavern Guest Challenges. Winning these challenges awards players with a generous amount of EXP, helping them progress quickly in the game. However, match invitations to unlock additional playable characters do not provide experience points. Players will also notice that even if they do every challenge, they will be missing a few EXP towards the next level. Players who want to unlock content quickly should make sure they are taking full advantage of the Weekly Tavern Guest Challenges, as they are the only way to gain renewable Player EXP. By completing all four challenges each week, players can ensure they are consistently increasing their player levels.
6 NPC Enemies Don't Always Play By The Standard Rule
Most battles players will encounter adhere to the general rules of the TCG, however, there are some NPC battles that deviate from these rules. For instance, some of the Adventure Challenges in the region might have both sides start with certain field cards activated. In addition, players will come across unique scenarios during the Tavern Challenge against the Monsters or in ascension challenges.
Furthermore, some opponents may have less or more than 3 Characters, or have a different HP amount at the beginning. These deviations are intended to keep the mini-game challenging and refreshing, however, they could be confusing for new players. This is why players should make sure to observe their opponents well.
5 Making Use Of Elemental Resonance
Elemental Resonance is a key feature in both Genius Invokation TCG and Genshin Impact itself. Typically, in the actual game, players are automatically granted the Elemental Resonance buff, while in the TCG, players must equip Elemental Resonance Event Cards of the right element type to gain the buff. These cards can be purchased from the card shop. Players should definitely consider including cards if they have two of the same element Characters in their deck.
There are two distinct types of elemental resonance cards in Genshin Impact Genius Invokation TCG. The first type of card creates one additional die for the resonant element with no activation cost. The second type, however, cost one die of the resonance element and has an effect that depends on the exact element resonance. For example, the Elemental Resonance: Fervent Flames card for Pyro allows the currently active character to deal +3 DMG for the next instance of Pyro-Related Reactions they trigger. The Elemental Resonance: Soothing Water card for Hydro, on the other hand, heals the active character for 2HP and all other characters on standby for 1HP.
4 There Are Rules For Who Starts The Round First
Starting first in a round can have a significant effect on the amount of damage inflicted or taken. It can give a player an advantage by allowing them to set up their strategy. This can be especially advantageous in fast-paced, competitive games. When it comes to who starts a round in Genius Invokation TCG, the rules differ depending on whether it is a battle against an NPC or another player. If it is a battle against an NPC, the player will always go first. However, in a PvP match, a coin toss will be used to decide who will make the first move.
When it comes to the other rounds, the order of play is different; the person who finishes the current round first will move first in the next round. If the turn is set in stone with few to no dice to spare, it is wise for players to end their rounds. On the other hand, if the opponent has already ended their turn before the player, it is essential to set up adequate defenses in order to avoid any disadvantages that may come from not going first the next round.
3 New Cards Will Be Added With Future Patches
Genius Invokation TCG already offers a wide range of strong cards, but it is still considerably limited compared to the expansive selection and the sheer number of characters available in Genshin Impact. Players who have done commissions or completed world quests may have already encountered requests to take pictures of certain characters, such as Cyno, or even posed for the screenshots themselves.
This reference confirms that more Character cards are on the horizon for Genshin Impact. According to a reliable post on the Genshin Impact Leaks Subreddit, Klee and Beidou cards will be available from 3.4 onwards. As the game continues to add new cards, players can anticipate an ever-evolving meta scene and a constantly-evolving list of their favorite cards to add.
2 Know What Cards To Invest In
Although the TCG mini-game provides players with a fully functional premade deck, players may find that this deck isn't sufficient to consistently achieve victory as they progress through challenges. From Player Level 1 onwards, players have access to the card shop and can invite most Playable Character cards quite early on. However, as the Lucky Coin currency will be quite limited in the beginning, players should be mindful of their spending and not attempt to get every Legendary Weapon equipment card, for example.
Therefore, before investing in Action cards or Dynamic Skins, players should carefully consider the type of team they are interested in and be aware of the specific needs of that deck. It is important to note that, while the game offers a variety of great cards, some cards, especially equipment cards, are tailored to a specific team and may be worth investing in.
1 Playing Genius Invokation Also Gives Primogems
Genius Invokation is designed to add exciting and unique experiences to Genshin Impact, as well as offer highly rewarding benefits. Players can expect to receive up to 600 Primogems when they reach the max level of 10, as each Player Level rewards 60 gems. Additionally, extra Primogems can be earned by completing the TCG Players Handbook missions and Achievements.
TCG Players Handbook missions can be completed by simply playing through all the content in the mini-game and collecting everything. However, some of the Achievements may require players to adjust their decks or playstyles. Luckily, if players are unable to earn the Achievements after completing the content, they can replay the old battles repeatedly until they get the desired outcomes.
Genshin Impact is now available on Mobile, PC, PS4, and PS5. A Switch version is in development.