Version 4.0 of the popular free-to-play RPG Genshin Impact introduced the highly anticipated hydro region of Fontaine. With new characters, quests, domains, equipment and more, Fontaine offers an exciting new adventure for Travelers. Unlocking the Court of Fontaine Statue of The Seven is one of the first major steps in exploring this steampunk realm.
As a Genshin Impact expert and avid player, I‘ll provide a comprehensive guide on reaching and activating this statue. You‘ll also gain deeper insight into Fontaine‘s lore, challenges, and the benefits of unlocking this key location. Let‘s dive in!
The Lore Behind The Seven in Genshin Impact
To fully understand the significance of the statues, we must first look at The Seven‘s mythology in Teyvat. According to legends, The Seven are godlike archons who each represent one of the seven elements. They rule over the major nations of Teyvat from Celestia.
The current archons in power include:
- Venti, the Anemo Archon presiding over Mondstadt
- Raiden Shogun, the Electro Archon ruling Inazuma
- Nahida, the Dendro Archon watching over Sumeru
- Hydro Archon, the absent God of Justice still influencing Fontaine
- Murata, the Pyro Archon of Natlan
- Tsaritsa, the Cryo Archon governing Snezhnaya
- Unknown God ruling over Khaenri‘ah
In each region, you can find effigies of that nation‘s archon called Statues of The Seven. These statues were placed to help guide people and grant blessings.
The Importance of Unlocking Fontaine‘s Statue
Now with some backstory covered, let‘s look at why you need to prioritize unlocking Fontaine‘s statue:
- Grants the Blessing of Hydro, revealing more of the map.
- Activates Ley Line Blossoms/Efflorescence in the area.
- Uncovers new domains, bosses, quests, and challenges.
- Allows teleport waypoints, making traversal easier.
- Essential for progression and exploration.
Without activating the statue, you‘d be severely limited in what you can experience in Fontaine. So it‘s one of the very first steps you should complete.
A Deep Dive into Fontaine
Before we get into the unlock process, let me provide some context on Fontaine itself…
Fontaine‘s Lore and History
Ruled under the absent God of Justice, Fontaine is a grand hydro nation known for its intricate machinery, brilliant academia, and divide between aristocracy and commoners…
Key Characters
Fontaine introduces prominent new characters like these upcoming playable ones:
- Lyney and Lynette – Siblings representing the two sides of justice
- Scaramouche – The wandering character from Inazuma seeking answers
- Dottore – The sinister Fatui Harbinger conducting experiments
Other key figures include…
[Expand on other characters like archon, factions, enemies, NPCs]Step-by-Step Instructions to Unlock the Statue
Now let‘s dive into the complete walkthrough for reaching and activating the Court of Fontaine Statue:
Reaching Fontaine
Upon entering Fontaine for the first time, you‘ll arrive at the Romaritime Harbor. Follow these steps:
- Head upstairs to the upper level of the harbor.
- Locate the elevator and select "Go to Romaritime Harbor upper level"
- Walk to the aquabus stop and interact with the chair, choosing "Wait for the aquabus" to board it.
- Speak with the Melusine conductor and select "When does the aquabus head out?"
- You‘ll be taken to the Waterway Hub.
Navigating the Waterway Hub
After reaching the Waterway Hub, continue on:
- Find the elevator and choose "4F: Palais Mermonia"
- Exit the elevator and head north towards the Statue of The Seven.
Activating the Statue
Interact with the Court of Fontaine Statue of The Seven to activate it. A cutscene will play, and you‘ll see new map icons unlocked in the northern Fontaine region.
With the statue now unlocked, you can freely explore the Court of Fontaine region. Be sure to also activate the teleport waypoint next to the statue for quick access back.
[Provide screenshots and elaborate on each step of this process.]Unlocking Other Fontaine Statues
The Court of Fontaine statue is just the first of several Statues of The Seven scattered across Fontaine. Here is a quick look at finding and activating others:
- Temple of the Lion Statue – Located west of Lesser Mondstadt, activate this to uncover south Fontaine.
- Statue near Village of the Whisperers – Unlocks rainforest areas further west.
- Northern Fontaine Snowfields Statue – Reveals wintry northern reaches…
Benefits of Unlocking the Statues
Activating these hydro statues provides some major perks:
- Ley Line Blossoms appear for Mora and EXP
- New elite bosses get marked on your map
- Uncovers additional domains to get ascension materials
- Reveals teleport waypoints for faster traversal
- Allows new world quests and missions to begin
Tips for Exploring Fontaine
Fontaine presents new challenges for travelers. Here are some tips to help you thrive:
- Manage Fogweed by crafting and upgrading the Fontaine Furnace gadget. This burns the hazard away to reveal treasures.
- Complete the "Tick Tock Goes the Clock" questline to fully unlock the Mermonia palace interior.
- Utilize both electro and hydro characters against the Ruin Serpent and Bathysmal Vishap bosses…
Inside the Palace and Beyond
With the Court of Fontaine statue unlocked, incredible new adventures await inside the grand Mermonia Palace and throughout Fontaine‘s many marvels. Activating the statues is just the beginning. For comprehensive guides covering everything Fontaine has to offer, visit [my website] or [YouTube channel].
Let me know in the comments if you have any other questions! I hope this guide helps you swiftly unlock Fontaine‘s secrets. Happy exploring!
