The recent introduction of the enigmatic Iniquitous Baptist boss in Version 3.6 has set the Genshin Impact community abuzz with speculation. Cloaked in sinister energy and stygian appendages, this formidable foe emerges from an isolated cave near Sumeru‘s Gate of Zulqarnain, eager to thwart trespassers. While its origins remain uncertain, toppling the Baptist promises coveted ascension materials and artifact fodder. This guide will help unravel the secrets surrounding Genshin’s most cryptic weekly boss and strategize its defeat.
Piecing Together the Baptist‘s Lore
Before analyzing the clash itself, it‘s worth investigating what sparse lore details we have about this abnormal creature. Its physical traits and Abyssal energies suggest some fragmentation of an ancient god or being – perhaps dating back to The Cataclysm 500 years ago. The text describes continued "evolution" through the Abyss‘s abyssal forces as well, indicating an ongoing corruption process.
Could the Baptist be a lost fragment of some long-forgotten Sumeru deity? Its partly eroded dragon-like horns hint at some connection to long-lost knowledge from this region. For now, its background remains veiled in mystery. But as the story continues in future updates, I predict we’ll learn more about this boss’ origins.
Navigating the Battle Itself
While the Baptist‘s lore alludes to antiquity, its modern combat capabilities shouldn’t be underestimated. This well-rounded foe boasts a towering health pool of 420,000 HP at Level 100, flanked by high resistance to Hydro, Electro, and Dendro on its side. It assails challengers with the following onslaught:
Attacks & Patterns
- Rapid Elemental Burst Mix (Hydro/Electro/Dendro)
- Bull Rush Charges
- Puncturing Legs & Pincers
- Massive AoE Slam
Weaknesses
- Low Physical RES (10%)
- Freeze Duration +20%
To survive the onslaught, lean into reactions like Vaporize, Spread, Aggravate and Hyperbloom inflicted by Pyro/Cryo/Electro attacks. Freeze teams can also lock down its movement while bombarding weak points. Refer to the team compositions below for some ideas:
| Team | Primary Reactions | Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Ayaka/Kaeya/Diona/Anemo | Freeze/Melt | Permafreeze to avoid damage while setting up Melt nukes |
| Cyno/Xingqiu/Dendro MC/Zhongli | Aggravate/Hyperbloom | Aggravate Cyno‘s Electro alongside Blooms |
| Diluc/Xingqiu/Fischl/Zhongli | Vaporize/Overload | Vaporize Diluc Pyro plus Fischl damage |
Now let‘s explore the rewards for tackling this titan…
Claiming your Spoils from the Abyssal Depths
Beyond the satisfaction of conquering an enigma, felling the Baptist also showers players with Ascension materials:
- Fungal Spores: Upgrades Dendro talent levels
- Luminescent Pollen: Used for Dendro/Hydro/Electro characters
Both these components are crucial for elevating the all-new Baizhu and Kaveh added in Version 3.6. Prioritize harvesting them weekly for upgrading these up-and-coming characters.
The Baptist also rarely relinquishes the 5-star Shadowy Icon Artifact in both the Flower and Plume variant. This mysterious Icon increases Elemental Mastery substantially, making it BiS for intensifying reactions.
While the source of this unearthly beast remains obscured, the rewards for toppling it prove crystal clear. Just come ready with ample preparations to illuminate the veiled secrets dwelling in its subterranean lair!
