Even in 2026, when Natlan feels like a cozy memory and we’re already speculating about the next region, my traveler heart still does a little flip whenever someone mentions the Irodori Festival. That event was pure Inazuman magic—and y’all, the Floral Courtyard minigame? Adorable chaos. I remember helping a newbie friend last week and realized: this classic puzzle still trips people up when they revisit old event walkthroughs. So, let’s dust off our ikebana skills and finally make sense of Theme 3’s riddle: “The jade leaves do repose, the flowers are born in the wind.”
Back in version 2.6, HoYoverse gave us this wonderfully serene flower-arranging event called Hues of the Violet Garden, and the Floral Courtyard sub‑event was the zen highlight. For Theme 3, which dropped on April 13, 2022, NPC Fushizome happily tested our patience with one of the most poetic clues ever. And honestly? The first minute I just stared at the screen, completely lost. The jade leaves do repose… that sounds like a haiku, not a puzzle hint! But once you crack the code, the solution feels so satisfying, like the flowers themselves are telling you “thank you.”
So, pull up a cushion, grab your Wild Laurel, and let’s arrange some blooms like it’s 2022 all over again — but with 2026 hindsight, of course. 😉
Why Theme 3 Still Feels So Special
Unlike the earlier themes, this arrangement relies on vertical storytelling. The prompt mentions jade leaves resting and flowers born in the wind, which immediately hints at a gentle, layered composition. I swear, HoYoverse loves to make us feel like poets. The backdrop we’re creating is Verdant Leaves in the Balmy Breeze, and the base vessel is always Wild Laurel — trusty, dependable Wild Laurel, the Chunky Boy of vases.
What made this puzzle trickier than Themes 1 and 2 was the required mix of heights: short, medium, and tall blooms need to work together so the entire scene looks like a breeze is passing through. If you just slap together the prettiest flowers, the game will give you that polite but painful “not quite right” message. Been there, winced at that.
The Exact Flower Lineup (I Took Notes So You Don’t Have To)
Here’s the complete plant roster for Theme 3. And yes, I still call them by their full dramatic names because honestly, Genshin flower names are pure poetry.
| Position | Flower | Height |
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| Base | Wild Laurel | – (vase) |
| Front-left | Promise of Blue Skies | Short |
| Front-center | Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie | Medium |
| Front-right | Promise of Blue Skies | Short |
| Back-left | Sunset Shadows | Medium |
| Back-center | Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie | Tall |
| Back-right | Promise of Blue Skies | Medium |
Take a moment to appreciate this crew. We’ve got Promise of Blue Skies popping up three times, each with a slightly different height, like siblings where the middle one suddenly shot up over summer break. Then Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie steals the show twice — once medium, once tall — basically the tall protagonist of this little arrangement drama. Sunset Shadows brings a warm contrast in the back-left, anchoring the composition without stealing the spotlight. No cap, it’s a team effort. 😂
A Little Love Letter to Each Flower
Because these blooms deserve a personality breakdown, let me gush for a second:
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Promise of Blue Skies (short & medium) – This flower always feels optimistic, like it’s whispering “let’s go on an adventure.” Using it in the front row keeps the arrangement airy and approachable, perfect for the “born in the wind” vibe. The short ones frame the edges, while the medium one in back-right acts as a transitional anchor.
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Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie (medium & tall) – The star of the show! The medium version sits front-center, greeting you like a friendly NPC, while the tall one in back-center lifts the whole composition upward, just as the hint suggests: flowers reaching for the wind. It’s the quiet leader of this ikebana squad.
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Sunset Shadows (medium) – Placed back-left, this flower adds depth and a hint of melancholy, like the last warm light before evening. It balances the bright promises on the right side wonderfully.
Step‑by‑Step Walkthrough (Because Visualizing Helps)
If you’re following along in your mind (or in a dusty 2022 play session), here’s the placement rhythm I used:
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Set your base to Wild Laurel. No surprises there — this vase is the comfy foundation.
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Pick “Verdant Leaves in the Balmy Breeze” as your Floral Scene. The greenery backdrop instantly sets the mood.
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Front row:
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Left: Short Promise of Blue Skies.
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Center: Medium Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie.
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Right: Short Promise of Blue Skies.
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Back row:
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Left: Medium Sunset Shadows.
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Center: Tall Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie.
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Right: Medium Promise of Blue Skies.
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When you place them in this exact order, the scene breathes. The low front corners let your eye drift inward, the tall back-center pulls focus, and the varying medium heights create movement — literally capturing the “wind” part of the riddle. I actually gasped the first time it worked. 😭✨
But Why Does This Arrangement Work?
Glad you asked! The clue “jade leaves do repose” tells us the leaves (the taller, darker silhouettes) should rest in the background, while “flowers are born in the wind” means the brighter, lighter blooms should dance forward. By putting Silhouette of the Wind’s Reverie both at the front-center (medium) and back-center (tall), you create a line of visual flow that mimics a breeze. The Promise of Blue Skies in varying heights reinforces that airy feeling, and Sunset Shadows adds weight without heaviness.
I used to think these puzzles were just arbitrary flower matching, but nope — they’re miniature design lessons. Honestly, I’ve used similar height progression in my Serenitea Pot gardens ever since, and they look way better. Thanks, Fushizome!
The Rewards (Yes, They’re Still Worth Remembering)
For those who completed Theme 3 back in the day, the free Primogems were the obvious prize, but the real treasure was the satisfaction of finally understanding a poetic hint. Plus, the event mailed you some character ascension materials and those limited flower bed furnishings that I still use in my teapot today. Even in 2026, whenever guests visit and see a similar layered arrangement, I get to say, “Ah, that’s inspired by the Irodori Festival,” and they give me that knowing nod.
If you’re somehow playing through a 2022 retro event via a private server or just enjoy puzzle-solving nostalgia, this guide’s got you covered. And if you’re a newer player? Let this be a reminder that HoYoverse’s older event designs are absolutely worth revisiting for their charm.
Final Floaty Thoughts 🌸
Revisiting Floral Courtyard Theme 3 in 2026 feels like leafing through a sentimental journal. The Irodori Festival may be a memory, but the elegance of its puzzles sticks with you. I still wish HoYoverse would bring back more interactive ikebana events — or at least let us rearrange flowers for friends’ teapots. Imagine the co-op potential!
Until that day, I’ll keep this little arrangement in my mental gallery: jade leaves reposing, flowers born in the wind, and a traveler smiling at a perfectly balanced composition. If you ever need a refresher, you know where to find this guide. Now go, make Fushizome proud. 🌿💐