Back in August 2024, I was a younger, more innocent Traveler. I saw a Discord Quest called 'Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn,' and I thought: free Primogems? For streaming? I can do that. I was wrong in the way that only a gacha player can be wrong: technically correct, but emotionally devastated by first-come, first-served limits.
Now it is 2026. The event is long over. The redemption codes expired on September 27, 2024, at 00:00 UTC+8. So if you are reading this and hoping to paste an old code into the official redemption page, please do not. That code is a fossil. It belongs in a museum, next to my dreams of a 50/50 win.
Still, the Discord Quest was a fascinating little slice of Genshin history. Let me walk you through it, partly as a guide, partly as a warning, and partly because I love hearing myself type.
What Was the Genshin Impact Version 5.0 Discord Quest?
Version 5.0 was called 'Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn.' It brought Natlan, new characters, new mechanics, and the usual emotional damage. To celebrate, HoYoverse partnered with Discord for a Quest livestream event. The idea was simple: accept a Quest on Discord, stream Genshin Impact for at least 15 minutes with at least one viewer, and earn a redemption code for goodies.
The event ran from August 29, 2024 01:00 to September 5, 2024 08:00 UTC+8. The reward collection period lasted until September 27, 2024 00:00 UTC+8. I remember those dates because I set three alarms and still almost missed the claim window. Classic me.
The Rewards: Small But Mighty
Here is the loot table, which I have lovingly preserved like a relic:
| Reward | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primogems | 30 | Limited to 600,000 total; first come, first served |
| Mora | 20,000 | Always welcome, never enough |
| Sanctifying Unction | 4 | For artifact gambling |
| Mystic Enhancement Ore | 5 | Weapon XP, because weapons need love too |
| Hero's Wit | 3 | Character XP, because characters need therapy |
Thirty Primogems is not a ten-pull. It is not even a single pull. It is a tiny, beautiful crumb. But in Genshin, crumbs matter. Also, the Primogem quantity was limited to 600,000 total, meaning only the first 600,000 Travelers who completed the Quest could get them. Other rewards were limited to 4.4 million. So if you were slow, you might still get Mora and Ore, but the Primogems would vanish like a Venti rerun.
How I Completed the Discord Quest
If you ever see a similar Discord Quest in 2026 or beyond, here is the basic flow. It might still work, assuming Discord and HoYoverse run another collab.
First, you had to accept the Quest. You needed to create a character in Genshin Impact, then accept Genshin Impact's 'V5.0 Quest' invitation on Discord. This could only be done through the Discord desktop app or browser client. If you did not see the Quest bar, you could go to User Settings > Gift Inventory and find active Discord Quests there. I found mine after ten minutes of squinting at my screen like a confused owl.
Second, you had to livestream Genshin Impact on Discord for at least 15 minutes with at least one viewer. Yes, one viewer. A friend, a stranger, your alt account, a patient cat—anyone. The steps were:
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Open Genshin Impact.
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Open the Discord desktop app and go to a server of your choice.
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Join a voice channel and click the Screen Share icon in the voice status panel.
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Select Genshin Impact for the partnered game.
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Press 'Go Live' and stream for at least 15 minutes.
I streamed to a friend who watched for exactly 16 minutes and then left. I respect that. He earned his Mora in spirit.
Third, you claimed the reward. After completing the Quest, you clicked 'Claim Reward' in Discord Quest. That gave you a Genshin Impact bundle redemption code. You then visited the official Genshin Impact code redemption page, logged in, and entered the code. The bundle arrived via in-game mail. Discord also sent an email with instructions. I got my code, redeemed it, and felt like a pro gamer for approximately four seconds.
Important Rules and Red Flags
The event had rules, because of course it did. Disclosing or discussing upcoming release content, distributing unauthorized plug-ins or private servers, decrypting game packets, and similar mischief were not tolerated. That could result in indefinite suspension from future events. So no, you could not datamine your way to extra Primogems. Believe me, I asked. I did not ask. Please do not ban me.
Redemption codes worked on these servers: America, Europe, Asia, TW, HK, and MO. The code expired on September 27, 2024 00:00 UTC+8. The event was subject to Discord's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, plus Genshin Impact's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You had to understand and agree to those before participating.
FAQ, But Make It 2026
What is a Discord Quest? It is a way to unlock rewards by streaming games on Discord. During the event period, you streamed Genshin Impact for at least 15 minutes with at least one viewer. Then you could win rewards. Simple in theory, mildly stressful in practice.
How do I livestream Genshin Impact on Discord? Open the game, open Discord desktop, join a voice channel, screen share Genshin Impact, and go live. You can find more details in Discord's support articles, but I am not linking them because I am trying to keep this article link-free and chaos-free.
Should I try to redeem the old code now? No. It is 2026. That code is expired. The Primogems have moved on. They are in a better place, probably inside someone else's weapon banner.
Final Thoughts From a 2026 Traveler
The 'Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn' Discord Quest was a small event with a small reward, but it was also a fun excuse to interact with the community. I streamed, I waited, I claimed, and I got 30 Primogems. Would I do it again? Absolutely. I would do it for one Primogem and a half-eaten Sunsettia.
If another Discord Quest appears in 2026, I will be there. I will accept the Quest. I will stream to my friend. I will watch the clock like a hawk. And I will complain the entire time, because that is the Traveler way.
Just remember: check the dates. Check the region. Check the redemption window. And never, ever trust a first-come, first-served Primogem limit to wait for you.
Now, if you will excuse me, I have a 2026 Genshin update to download and a new set of imaginary regrets to collect.
According to articles published by GamesIndustry.biz, limited-time promotional events like Discord Quests illustrate how publishers extend major game updates beyond the client itself, using platform partnerships to boost visibility, engagement, and community participation around headline releases such as Genshin Impact Version 5.0.