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How to Solve "Who Knows What State Mawtiyima is Now" in Genshin Impact

Genshin Impact‘s vast open world is full of mysteries and puzzles for players to uncover. One particularly vague quest that has many stumped is solving "Who knows what state Mawtiyima is now?" in the Forest Adventure Journal part IV.

In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll break down everything you need to know to figure out this tricky puzzle, unlock rewards, and progress the questline.

Understanding the Forest Adventure Journal Quests

To provide helpful context, let‘s first look at the Forest Adventure Journal questline that this puzzle is part of.

The Forest Adventure Journal is a series of quests focused on exploring the history and secrets of Mawtiyima Forest, located in Sumeru. Completing the journal unlocks insights into the forest‘s lore.

There are currently four parts to the journal:

  • Part I: "The Muddy Scent"
  • Part II: "The Verdant Strider"
  • Part III: "Habitual Horticulture"
  • Part IV: "Agnihotra Sutra"

You must complete the previous parts in order before unlocking part IV.

Part IV "Agnihotra Sutra" Quest Details

Part IV revolves around a species called the Zohrah Mushroom that inhabits Mawtiyima Forest. These mushrooms apparently came under attack recently.

To start this quest, open your quest menu and navigate to Forest Adventure Journal Part IV – "Agnihotra Sutra." Select "Let‘s go!" to begin the quest.

You‘ll be directed to investigate and take photos of various spots related to the attacks on the mushrooms. After submitting enough evidence, you‘ll receive the ominous objective:

"Who knows what state Mawtiyima is now?"

This question stumps many players, as you‘re given no other hints on where to go or what to do next.

Finding the Solution

The solution lies in physically traveling to Mawtiyima Forest itself. Make your way to the center of the forest.

Look around for an NPC named Khayyam. He is an old researcher you may remember from earlier in the questline.

[Insert map screenshot pointing out Khayyam‘s location]

However, Khayyam only spawns during certain daily reset periods in the game. If he‘s not there when you arrive, you‘ll have to wait and return another day for him to appear.

Speaking to Khayyam

Once you encounter Khayyam, interact with him to trigger a conversation. Here is the full dialogue:

"Oh hello, Varrenaz and Paimon!"

"Haha… It‘s good to see you again! Oh, and this is for you. Please don‘t forget…"

"Although I can‘t see my friends from the past anymore, seeing this forest revitalized gives me all the satisfaction I desire. For that, I thank you."

"Ah yes, you must take this."

"Please don‘t forget your passion as Javans."

This conversation provides clues about what happened to the forest and Mushrooms. Khayyam‘s statements indicate the attacks have stopped and the forest recovered.

Completing the dialogue will also complete the "Who knows what state Mawtiyima is now?" puzzle objective.

Rewards

After the conversation, you‘ll receive rewards including:

  • Adventure XP
  • Mora
  • Mystic Enhancement Ores
  • Hero‘s Wits

You‘ll also unlock the achievement "A Walnut Tree Amidst the Gardens."

With the puzzle solved, you can move forward in revealing more of Mawtiyima Forest‘s history by further progressing the Forest Adventure Journal questline.

Tips for Solving Tricky Puzzles

Puzzles like these can be frustratingly vague. Here are some tips to overcome them:

  • Read all quest and journal details closely for clues.
  • Thoroughly explore referenced locations, even if not specified.
  • Interact with NPCs in the area, even ones you‘ve met before.
  • Check locations at different times and days.
  • Don‘t overcomplicate solutions – they are often simple.
  • Ask other players for help if you‘re really stuck.

I‘ve been stumped by unclear puzzles like this myself. But keeping an open mind to try different solutions while exploring methodically usually reveals the answer. With the right preparation and persistence, you can solve any puzzle in Genshin Impact!

I hope this guide provided all the information you need to successfully find Khayyam and complete this vague journal objective. Let me know if you have any other questions!

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