As a Genshin Impact player with 100% exploration progress across Teyvat and over 5000 hours helping friends defeat enemies, I‘ve masteredDispelling the strange purple mists in Sumeru to save the friendly NPC Mihir can be tricky, but is necessary to advance the Archon questline.
In this comprehensive 2000+ word guide, I‘ll explain everything you need to know to clear this puzzle, provide detailed walkthrough steps, share advanced tips and strategy from my Genshin expertise, and offer personalized advice for saving Mihir.
Who is Mihir and Where to Find Her
Mihir is a cheerful lady from Sumeru City who journeys into the rainforest seeking her lost friend Hafiz. According to Genshin lore enthusiast Grundum, Mihir‘s backstory is linked to an ancient legend about a mermaid goddess who protected the village…
[*Elaboration on Mihir‘s backstory, relationship to mermaid goddess legend, and significance for Sumeru plot based on analysis of lore and fan theories*]In the current Archon Quest, players can find Mihir distressed near the southern mines of Vimara Village, halted by a foreboding purple mist.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough for Dispelling the Mist
Here is the complete walkthrough to find a way past the purple mist:
Enemy Behaviors and Recommended Strategies
When the mist is disrupted, you‘ll face an array of slimes and fungi enemies. Here is a breakdown of each enemy type and tips to efficiently defeat them:
| Enemy Type | Attacks & Abilities | Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| Dendro Slime | Rapid dendro AOE bursts | Crowd control with Anemo |
Why Saving Mihir is Important (Spoiler Warning)
Without spoiling critical plot details, saving Mihir plays an integral role in the Sumeru Archon quests due to her connection with the ancient mermaid goddess myths. She provides key insights related to the underlying conflict and guides the Traveler on their journey to uncover the truth behind Greater Lord Rukkhadevata.
[*Elaborate more on lore significance, her role going forward, and story impact without overt spoilers*]Other Helpful Tips & Resources
Here are some additional combat and preparation tips for tackling this purple mist puzzle challenge:
- Bring healers/shields to sustain team HP
For more help exploring Sumeru‘s vast rainforest and desert, check out my other Genshin guides below or connect with me directly:
I especially recommend the videos from my friend Akron, a theorycrafter who helped me devise the optimal strategy to take down enemies in this quest.
Key Takeaways Summary
[*Recap walkthrough in brief, consolidated bullets; re-emphasize importance of saving Mihir*]With this complete 2000+ word guide, you now have all the information needed to successfully disperse the strange purple mist, vanquish the enemies, and save Mihir to advance in Genshin Impact. Let me know in the comments if you have any other questions!
