The sprawling rainforests of Sumeru hold ancient secrets – hidden civilizations, magical rituals, and mystical creatures unseen by the naked eye. To access such arcane knowledge, you must first open your mind and traverse beyond the ordinary human Varanara phase into the fantastical Aranara plane of existence.
The Lore Behind the Two Realms
As per legends, Sumeru‘s dense forests were home to the Aranara – whimsical forest spirits tasked as record keepers of wisdom and memories by Greater Lord Rukkhadevata. The carefree Aranara resided harmoniously alongside humans in a metaphysical plane called the Aranara phase.
When Rukkhadevata vanished 500 years ago, the Aranara retreated into the woods in grief. Over time, their settlements faded from the awareness of most humans, remaining visible only to those who attuned their senses to the Aranara‘s ethereal realm through a mystic ritual.
Thus the Varanara phase became the common mortal perception where Aranara villages lie hidden behind illusionary vines and giant fungi. Switching between the dual realms is key to uncovering Sumeru‘s long forgotten mysteries!
Step-By-Step Guide to Traversing Between Planes
Follow these steps to enter the Aranara plane from Vanarana:
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Fast travel to the Statue of the Seven teleport waypoint in Vanarana
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Head south through the expansive glades and blooming meadows
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Upon reaching a hilly ridge, locate an ancient stone altar adorned with a giant luminous plant
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Interact with the plant to trigger a mystical melody dial
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Play the musical prompt to perform the Rhythm of the Great Dream song
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Watch as the environment shifts into the vibrant Aranara phase!
Over 340 years ago, the great bard Vennessa is said to have witnessed the Aranara‘s holy villages after similarly performing the Rhythm of the Great Dream during her pilgrimage, as per the Anthology of the Dendro Archon.
Traversing realms unveils the gorgeous yet eerie beauty of the Aranara woods – giant mushrooms, iridescent streams, and cure wooden huts now dot the colorful landscape! Tiny Aranara can be spotted singing, dancing and weaving through the thickets.
Key Differences Between the Two Realms
| Varanara Phase | Aranara Phase |
|---|---|
| Standard Sumeru wilderness | Vibrant, candy-colored forests |
| Only common flora and fauna visible | Giant luminous mushrooms abound |
| No settlements or villages spotted | Wooden Aranara huts Mix blue and golden streams |
| Giant withering vine at altar | Lively plant blooms at altar |
| No Aranara present | Aranara villages and inhabitants visible |
Tips For Interacting With Aranara
I recommend equipping the Exquisite Kamera gadget from your inventory to snap pictures of the elusive Aranara once you enter their realm.
The "Aranara Photograph" event quest requires you to take pics of 3 differently colored Aranara. This makes the task quite easy!
I hope this detailed guide to traversing between Genshin Impact‘s wondrous Varanara and whimsical Aranara realms helps you unlock Sumeru‘s ancient secrets! Let me know in the comments if you have any other questions.
